This is the week I remind you that we post the seasonal trends not just so you can focus on what to purchase, but also what you might already have in your closet. I think it is good practice each season to find a few trends to embrace which you already own, and maybe one that you do not.
Clockwise from top left: Celine | Stella McCartney | Marni | Valentino . Massive or mini, extreme seems to be the designer message this season. Playing with proportions is fun of course, just remember you aren’t expected to fill up that oversize tote or take the mini one anywhere but out to dinner. Perhaps the hands-free trend is the most practical of trends, especially for those of us walking around with kids and dogs. The Darlene Fanny pack with Turquoise would be sooo chic with everything for summer. Which one is your favorite? Happy Shopping! . Oversized Bags Celine | Jil Sander …
We’ve talked about patches and embroidery in the blog at least half a dozen times this fall shopping season. See our recent coat round-up, our fall trend post, and Lani’s own DIY patched coat. Well, the newest iteration of the trend includes jeans! Everyone from top designers to Gap is making embroidered denim look cool again. In my dream world, I’d be purchasing the Alexander McQueen unicorn jeans. What do you think of the trend? Too 90s for you? Let us know! . Alexander McQueen Icon Embroidered Boyfriend Ankle Jeans, $2,165 . . Stella McCartney Skinny Boyfriend Patch Jeans, $825 . …
Lately we’ve been getting a lot more client requests for vegan leather items. Vegan leather sounds like a planet-friendly choice, but it isn’t always. A lot of faux leather is actually made from PVC, which creates dioxins that pollutes waterways and soil and are toxic to our own health. We thought we’d help you out by sharing some of the most eco-friendly brands out there, all of which have sustainable manufacturing practices and use Polyurethane (PU) and other recycled or man made materials. Happy Eco-Friendly Shopping! . Angela Roi Although they were both born in South Korea, Angela and Roi Lee …
What was the number one sandal trend for Spring 2014? The Sport Sandal. Seriously. I knew you wouldn’t believe me so I’ve brought pictures to show you. See the full runway looks as well as detailed close-ups below. Now this is a trend I can get behind! Scroll down to find the right sport sandal for you this summer. Happy Shopping! . . . The Runway Look . . . Take a closer look… . . . . . . Sport Sandals to Shop / Isabel Marant Holden Cross-Front Slides, $510 . . . . . ASOS Fracture Leather Sliders, …
