Modernity and antiquity converge with Marni’s Winter 2012 Eyewear Collection, which consists of cheeky sunglasses in slightly retro, butterfly-shaped acetate frames and fresh vibrant colors like neon green, coral red, and blush pink.
Formerly available only in light blue and metallic gold, the Ban.Do Perfect Bow Bobbis ($20 each at ShopBanDo.com) are now also available in sizzlin’ hot, on-trend fluorescent shades like Neon Pink and Neon Yellow.
Growing up in San Antonio, Texas, jewelry designer Alejandra Hill (née Alexandra Hill) was fascinated by the city’s deep Latino roots (hence why they nicknamed her “Alejandra” in oe of the Spanish version of her moniker) and, more importantly, by how this heritage influenced the local architecture, music, food, and culture.
After the success of her affordable Simply Vera apparel line for Kohl’s, not to mention the continued acclaim garnered by her bridal and ready-to-wear collections and the popularity of her namesake fragrances (among them Vera Wang Princess, Vera Wang Rock Princess, Vera Wang Flower Princess, Vera Wang Glam Princess, and Vera Wang Princess Night), esteemed designer Vera Wang has set out to conquer the junior’s realm with her new affordable apparel and accessories line for Kohl’s, Princess Vera Wang.
Rachel Roy HSN Capsule Collection Asymmetric Print Oversize Top in Navy Jaipur, $88
There’s no stopping designer Rachel Roy, whose aesthetic is informed by her upbringing in laid-back California (which translates into pieces with a seemingly effortless sense of chicness), her mother’s Indian roots (hence the abundance of draped pieces, jaipur and ikat prints, harem pants, sari-like cuts, and Bollywood-worthy colors), and her lifestyle in New York City (which explains the bold, sharp, decidedly urban attitude of so many of her designs).
Even keyboard-happy bloggers need a day off so, to celebrate the Fourth of July, yours truly will be stepping away from the computer, putting the mobile on vibrate (yes, that means limited tweeting action too!), and allowing myself to relax — admittedly a concept that’s become entirely too foreign to me.
There’s a spirit of liberation and adventure that accompanies the summer season — everything seems brighter, livelier, more exciting and uninhibited…
Independence Day is a mere week away, so it’s time to pick up a couple of pieces that will convey your patriotism.
Leave the black, gray, and burgundy for the fall.
As many of you know, I recently became one of the resident style bloggers for Flechada.com, a leading online retailer specializing in fashion and jewelry designers hailing from Latin America.
