Tag Archives: John Lewis

Spring 2016 Runway Translation ~ The Floral Trend

The infusion of flowers into the Spring Collections is as permanent a fixture on the runways as the models themselves.  Ne’r a Spring runway season has passed without the explosive use of this colorful print.  Flowers are nature’s gift to … Continue reading →

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Runway Translation: The Spring Shirt Shifter

Oh, how I love Mona Kowalska’s A Détacher Spring 2015 dresses… let me count the ways:  The bohemian prints were soft and fantastical, evoking a 70’s vibe infused with clouds and rainbows and all things groovy.  The shapes and fabrics were comfort … Continue reading →

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Tory Burch Fall 2013- Runway to Reality…

Inspired by the works of artists Gustav Klimt and Rene’ Lalique, Tory Burch’s Fall collection is filled with rich textures and special details.  With a palette of Art Nouveau florals and sensual velvets, Burch paints a fairy tale suffused with gilded romanticism.  If … Continue reading →

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Nauti-cool Stripes

Tunic (tucked in): Old Navy.  Jeans: Lucky Brand.  Shoes: MIA.  Jewelry: Gifts. Here’s one summer trend that will never sink… nautical stripes.  Put a cool twist on your sailor style by tweaking the color combos.  Instead of the traditional Breton stripes of … Continue reading →

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