Trend Spotted: Americana Fashion

Memorial Day is fast approaching and I’m starting to feel a little patriotic. Every summer, here in The States, designers appeal to our country pride with designs full of red, white and blue, stars and stripes, and images of the good ‘ole American flag. This year is no exception. I’ve pulled together some my favorite [...]

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Trend Spotted: Art Deco Part II

I know I am not the only one jumping on the Gatsby bandwagon. Art Deco is everywhere – flapper dresses, beaded headbands, sunbursts, chevrons, and lots of glam! What do you think of this trend? And are you planning to go see Leo this weekend at the box office? (No. 1) Sass & Bide High [...]

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Trend Spotted: Shagreen

There are a lot of trends that catch my attention. I notice a lot of patterns in the design and fashion world, but very few have jumped out at me like shagreen, a decorative material, known for its natural rough surface of pointed scales, commonly made from the skins of sharks or stingrays. Note: since [...]

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Trend Spotted: Camo

It may not be a revolutionary trend, but camo is definitely making a statement this spring. As leopard was to fall, camouflage is the new neutral of the season. Camo denim, an army print parka, or military inspired tees are the perfect right-now staple to add to you wardrobe. They’re universally flattering and will go [...]

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Trend Spotted: Palm Tree Print

There are few things more synonymous with summer than a palm tree. Add a frozen drink with a pineapple wedge and it’s almost cliché. And while Tommy Bahama has been doing it for years, it’s not every day that high fashion embraces the palm tree motif. But, clearly that’s not the case currently. Several designers [...]

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