Neon Yellow Love

Neon Yellow Love

As we are peaking in summer and starting to dream of fall clothes, I am obsessing over the ultimate bright summer color...neon yellow.  Whether it's all neon or a pop of neon against a stark background, I find myself obsessing over these images...

Happy weekend!

Cathy

On Trend: Layered Skirts

On Trend: Layered Skirts

We all love the peplum and tiered skirt looks that have been on fire over the last several months.  For those of you who may feel overwhelmed by these styles or who crave a new alternative, how about the layered skirt?  I like to think of it as the sister to the peplum and tiered skirts :)  I have received emails and read articles about the bulky, and sometimes unflattering, look of peplum and tiered skirts on certain body types.  Some women love the multi-layer skirt concept but shy away from peplum and tiered skirts for these reasons.  The layered skirt alternative provides a similar feel but with a more flattering appeal.

The layered skirt look can be achieved in a couple of different ways (depending on your creativity and comfort level).  The most conservative option would be a second layer of fabric under the outer layer which either peeks out from the hemline or is attached just under the hemline.  For those slightly more adventurous (which are most of my readers), try wearing two completely different skirts of different lengths on top of each other or wearing a skirt over a dress.  Fashion blogger, Megan, of  The Frugalista Diaries , is an expert at creating this type of look! :)

Spring 2012 runway inspiration...

Bottega Veneta Spring/Summer 2012

Versace Spring/Summer 2012

Continuing into Fall 2012...

Runway inspiration...

My favorite Nina Ricci paper bag skirt in various incarnations over the last couple of years...

L: leather  version  R: spring 2012 version / mytheresa.com  ($591 reg. $985)

Skirt-over-dress inspiration...

Picks to purchase...

Suno Layered Mini Skirt / mytheresa.com   ($178 reg. $591) 

The DVF Elley skirt...

Many versions of this amazing skirt...several options (l-r)  Diane von Furstenberg Elley Mini Eyelet Skirt / Saks.com   ($110),   Diane Von Furstenberg Elley Miniskirt / shopstyle.com ,  Diane von Furstenberg Clean Elley Mini Skirt / barneys.com          

clockwise: Asos Crochet Lace Mini Skirt with Sheer Overlay  ($58),  3.1 PHILLIP LIM Pintucked Under Layered Mini Skirt / boutique1.com  ($561), Topshop Coral Layered Skirt   ($68), Oasap Pleated Skirt with Lined Shorts ($41)                

Oasap Long Distinctive Pleated Skirt with Outer Short Panel   ($85),  Watercolor Floral Skirt / pixiemarket.com  ($104),  Oasap Contrast Lace Panel Mini Skirt  ($61)    

And the perfect summer white layered skirt...

Do you love this look?

Cathy

Bridal Shower Saturday

Bridal Shower Saturday

It's that time of year when weddings and bridal showers are in full swing.  I have an afternoon bridal shower to attend tomorrow.  Keeping with a pink theme and opting for a fun summer floral, here is my inspiration as I look (last minute as always...haha) for an outfit :)

Asos Tropical Floral Bandeau Dress ($207),  B Brian Atwood Campisa Suede Pumps / shopbop.com  ($400), Rebecca Minkoff Ostrich Minaudiere / shopbop.com ($325), Earrings / anthropologie.com  ($38)       


Have a fab weekend!

Cathy

Summer Handbags...Woven Fabrics, Neutral Colors

Summer Handbags...
...Woven Fabrics, Neutral Colors

Whether in straw, linen, cotton, crochet or raffia, my new summer handbag crush is in natural lightweight woven fabrics in earthy neutral colors.  It complements an allover neutral look or anchors a neon bright outfit. Most importantly, it just gives off that whole casual summer vibe that we crave right now :) 

Inspiration...

Jane Birkin...love her!

Olivia Palermo carrying Gerard Darel

Chanel...enough said

Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2012 collection

Mar Y Sol ... similar  here    

A few of my picks...

  Tory Burch Small AudreyTote / toryburch.com    ($185.50 sale!)

Salvatore Ferragamo Fleur Raffia Tote / couture.zappos.com   ($548 sale!) ...splurge (my fave)

 Michael Kors Jet Set Chain Ring Straw Tote / zapos.com   ($248)

Crochet Shopper Bag / topshop.com   ($76)

 Metallic Hand-crocheted Straw Bag / bostonproper.com   ($99 sale!)

 Striped Straw Tote / forever21.com   ($14.99)  ...steal

On a side note...
While compiling this post, I saw this denim patchwork bag on the Coach website.  It reminded me of a bag that I carried in middle school (which I so loved at the time) :)  What do y'all think about the denim handbag comeback?

Send me some feedback! :)

Cathy

Polka Dots for Louis Vuitton...

Polka Dots for Louis Vuitton...
Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama Collaboration

An exciting collaboration is about to hit the streets of fashion on July 10th!  Louis Vuitton has teamed with Japanese avante garde artist, Yayoi Kusama to create the "Infinitely Kusama" collection for Louis Vuitton.  There will be 7 pop-up shops worldwide with the first opening in NYC on July 10th.  This collaboration is all about showcasing Kusama's signature polka dot motif.  How perfect is the timing of this collection with the polka dot looks that are trending huge at the moment!  The collection covers the range of clothing and accessories in red, yellow, white, and black.  Take a peek...

Pop-up store rendering

Are we loving this collection?!

Cathy

Design Duo On the Rise: Ostwald Helgason

Design Duo On the Rise: Ostwald Helgason

I recently discovered the Ostwald Helgason line by London-based design duo Susanne Ostwald and Ingvar Helgason.  Founded in 2008, this line has been making waves in the fashion world since its AW12 collection debut at NYFW.  Now we are seeing looks from the Resort 2013 collection which continues to show the emerging talent of this team.  Take a look...

AW12
The much hyped AW12 collection showcases narrative prints, bold stripes, and a bright color palette.

Resort 2013
Continues to showcase narrative prints and bold stripes but in a different color palette.

SS12
Pieces from the current collection are available at Opening Ceremony .  This season is all about highlighting innovative materials.  Several of my picks...

    Cork T-shirt/Dress  ($430) 

Net Vest  ($230)

Wooden Bead Top  ($1500)

Silk Graphic Print Sleeveless Blouse  ($325)

    
Let me know your thoughts on the Ostwald Helgason line! :)
Cathy