Remember that period in the ’90s when tweens and teens accessorized their backpacks with jingly charms, fluffy pom poms, popular cartoon characters (like those Care Bear clip-on keychains!), patterned mini teddy bears, and furry, Muppet-like creatures (mini Furby charms, anyone)?
Colorful maxi dresses are my go-to on busy summer days when I don’t have the time to plan more elaborate outfits and when, ultimately, I want to throw something beautiful on, accessorize, and walk out the door.
You know what Katy Perrry said: California girls are so hot, they’ll melt your popsicle!
Having made pavé conical and pyramid spikes synonymous with edgy elegance in the realm of jewelry, Eddie Borgo has now embarked upon two different missions: one, to expand his design playground by introducing a new line of minimalist but futuristic handbags inspired by industrial design fashioned using 3D printing technology; and, two, to make his creative output accessible to the cash-strapped masses via a limited-edition collaboration with Target.
Whether you’re packing your swimsuits and sunscreen for a beach getaway, stocking up on chicken wings and ears of corn for an epic cookout, or crafting paper straws and decorative banners in patriotic patterns for a fun dinner party, chances are you’re counting the minutes until you can celebrate Independence Day with your friends and family.
The right fitness gear can be as powerful a motivational tool as any high-energy, adrenaline-pumping playlist, outspoken and go-getter workout buddy, or motivational poster (you know, the ones with quotes like “If you’re tired of starting over, stop giving up,” and “Sweat is fat crying” that abound on Pinterest and which I personally find incredibly trite but seem to inspire many of my peers).
When you dream of an island getaway, chances are you imagine gorgeous white sand, turquoise-colored ocean waters, and plenty of palm trees to provide shelter from the beaming sun and a gentle breeze.
The idiom “letting it all hang out” takes on new meaning this season thanks to the abundance of tassel embellishments on everything from garments to sandals, handbags, hats, belts, and jewelry.
I’ve always been a fan of classic black-and-white polka dot patterns — there’s something so timeless and fun about both the spotted motif and the monochromatic color scheme.
Celebrity collaborations are nothing new in the world of fashion, but their frequency has steadily increased in recent years, with Zooey Deschanel teaming up with Tommy Hilfiger, Lucy Hale collaborating with Hollister, Iggy Azalea teaming up with Steve Madden, Eva Mendes designing her own apparel and accessories line for New York & Company, Alessandra Ambrosio launching a limited-edition jewelry collection for BaubleBar, Cara DeLevigne lending her discerning eye to a new DKNY collection, and many more instances.
