How do I know it’s summer? I hear bees and see flowers blooming; I’m working out because that beach vacation is looming. I watch baby birds as they learn to fly; I welcome new beginnings into my life.
And yes, I write terrible jingles that barely rhyme.
Actually, I know summer is upon us because all of a sudden I’m in the mood for dresses. All I want is to bare my legs and to wear strappy sandals. I’ve gathered some of my favorite
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A friend of mine wants to keep it hush-hush when her daughter is gifted a hand-me-down dress, as if wearing used garb signifies poverty or shame that might not fly in her affluent social circle.
My friend is a European whose family often struggled to make ends meet. And although she keeps it all in the closet, she accepts these offerings for all of the right reasons: they are clean and usually in perfectly good condition; It’s wasteful to go out and buy a new outfit when you can …
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The party parade of 2008 seems to have a much mellower mood than recent years, most likely due to the trying times we’re facing. My company “toned down” this year’s soiree (a.k.a. spent less money), but fun was still had by all. Rather than get all dolled up in suits and fancy frocks, we wore our work attire with an added sparkle here or there.
A simple party calls for a simple slip of a dress. Stewart & Brown’s aptly named Party Dress is …
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I already know there’s a reader out there who will find this post extravagant, excessive and possibly even outrageous.
And if that reader is you, rest assured that I can hear you already. You’re saying things like “don’t waste our time. It’s ridiculous to pay that for a dress or a coat, when the sky is falling and the globe is warming”. Gulp. Here I go anyway.
Why am I going on about a line of eco-friendly clothing and the Florence, Alabama-based company that sells it, when I can smell the impending controversy? Well, …
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I love a nice evening dress, but truth be told, I don’t have a cocktail party every night of the week (or any night of the week, for that matter). What I do need is a stylish dress that I can wear during daylight hours – nothing too short or sexy, just something that is flattering and eco-friendly, too.
This Nature vs Future organic cotton double-breasted sweater dress caught my eye. Eggplant, as we all know, is one of this season’s hottest colors (Fall Color Trend: Purple), but it’s …
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One of our writers is fortunate enough to live in the beautiful state of Hawaii, but most of us are stuck on the other side approaching the short, cold days of winter. Well, if you want a little taste of the islands without having to pay for the flight, we’ve got Roberta Oaks. While most of the designer’s collection is meant for warmer climates, I found a few pieces that bridge the gap between hot and cold.
Try the Rudi ($168) or Adrian ($170, shown above) …
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I can’t help but feel more like a girly-girl when my ridges have ruffles. Maybe that’s why the layered trim look is so alluring for fall. The eye-catching Juicy Couture modal dress from S Sense proves y’all can be a Georgia peach and hot tomato at the same time. You grow, girl!
Now, you won’t catch me in lacy bloomers but I’d certainly don any one of these frilly dresses and separates. The reason? They’re frilly but not silly. Instead, they flaunt soft and sophisticated lines.
Demure meets knock-out in Kate Organic …
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It was late July when Allison told us in her post The New Nau, not to worry, the eco-clothing brand Nau would be back. And she was right. Having been rescued out of its pending demise by the Santa Barbara-based clothing company Horny Toad, the new Nau is ready to roll. The entire Fall ‘08 product line premiers this week on Nau’s newly designed website.
What we came to know and love about the old Nau has only gotten better. The company proudly remains true to its sustainable design philosophy …
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Sometimes, the complexities of fashion boil down to just one word: fit.
We’ve all seen that gorgeous dress, looming in decadent splendor on the botique floor, only to try it on and – flop. Frei Designs aim to provide unparalleled fit, inspired by deep study of the history of dress. With inspiration from current trends and time-tested construction, the pieces are both high-design and wearable. This shows in their hand-dyed creations and elegant embellishment.
This deep ruby dress from their Fall 2008 collection borrows some elements from 19th century design but adds …
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