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Yellow Fever in Fashion
Yellow Fever?!? This is the good kind — lots and lots of yellow. I read somewhere recently that the stand-by LBD (little black dress) has become LYD for the summer. The “must have” color is yellow! As with any “must … Continue reading
Ruffles
Add a touch of romance… Ruffles hit the spotlight in spring 2008 and they are back bigger than ever for spring 2009. Feminine and romantic, this look has made its way into dresses, shirt fronts and even gusseted into coats. … Continue reading
Natural Phenomenon in Fashion
When fashion is taken to extremes there is always a sub-trend going on in the opposite direction forming polarity. This season is no different. Just when you think that if dresses get any shorter stores will have to market them … Continue reading
Riding the Wave of Knits this Summer
Surf’s up for knits this summer. We have been seeing them in dresses for a while, but knits are really hanging 10 for tops in the summer of ’08. They are out there as the banded jewel necklines in drapey … Continue reading
Go Green!
Green is not just a trend, but a way of life that is changing everything we do. Change can be good when alternatives to former products are attractive and easily accessible. We’ve just brought in a wonderful woven bamboo fabric … Continue reading
Gr-rr-rrr…
It’s an Urban Jungle — Trending hot this season are animal prints. Whether the print is the focus of your garment or an eye-catching trim, you’ll want to find a way to integrate this into your wardrobe this fall. We’re … Continue reading
Feminine and Flirty
Soft and flowing, georgette is a semi-sheer fabric that is reigning supreme in the marketplace right now. Since ruffles are here to stay this spring, you’ll see lots of soft, drapeable prints that fall gently into ribbons (flounces) down the … Continue reading
Metal Chic
You’ll be hearing a lot about metallics this season. Silver will be key, but gold, bronze and copper all play a role. We found this little gem in the marketplace that combines the metallic trend with the ever-popular cotton eyelet! … Continue reading
Artful Ombre
Dipped dyed fabric is a real eye-catcher in any fabrication. The color gradient, generally moving from dark to light, softens the look of a solid, but does not have the complexity of a print or texture. Our resident designer, Evelyn … Continue reading
It's a Wrap!
The wrap dress is still very much in vogue this spring. Why? Because it’s just so darn wearable! Choosing the right print and the right weight of knit is key to the look of the finished product. We just recently … Continue reading
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