Pep Up Your Wardrobe...Peplum Dressing!!!!!!!!!

Fall 09 continues to take it back to the 80's!!! What's up next in hot trends...Peplum Dresses! What?? Think tulip skirts, with a twist. It's almost as if you are wearing a bib on the bottom! Sounds a little strange, but oh sooo cute and very lady-like chic! All the hot girls are sporting this look; which is not just limited to dresses, but can be found on skirts and even jackets!!!! Im not really feeling the look on pants, just yet, but Im sure some innovative designer will find a way to change my mind. In the meantime, check out some creative selections by Tracy Reese, Fluxus, and Keen. All looks can be found at Anthropologie, Revolve Clothing, and Pixie Market!!!!

Get ready, get Pepped!!! In your Peplum Dress!!!!


Live Long and Dress Well!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Eye Catching Ikat!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ethnic prints were quite the inspiration for the Spring '08 fashion collections! You will be sure to see ethnic patterns and prints in most designer collections and its sure to trickle down to mainstream retailers too!!! To see exactly what Im talking about, see the Plenty Spring '08 collection by fab designer Tracy Reese http://www.plentybytracyreese.com/

One print that I am loving for the remainder of the winter season right into spring is Ikat!!!! This bold, ethnic print is most definitely making a comeback and sure to be a hit right into summer!!! Ikat is described as a style of weaving that uses a resist dyeing process similar to tie-dye to create a pattern or design. Ikat has roots in South America and Asia and was seen in both the Tibi and Oscar de la Renta spring collections! Its vibrant and colorful, but subtle and simple all at the same time. From dresses to picture frames, Ikat is making its mark and catching lots of attention!!! Check out some high and low end styles that I found and be Inspired!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Live Long and Dress Well!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Plenty of Tracy Reese!!!!!

The next designer I would like to feature comes from the motor city of Detroit!!!! Tracy Reese is one of my favorite African-American designers who is quickly making her mark in the fashion world. Tracy's designs are fun, flirty, and pieces you are sure to have in your closet and pass down to your loved one! Tracy has an eye for textured fabrics and vintage style! Not only does she offer a high-end, couture signature line, she also has her Plenty line, which continues with the same quality as the Tracy Reese Collection, with a more contemporary and moderate price point! It's definitely worth checking out http://www.tracyreese.com/ and http://www.plentybytracyreese.com/ You can find both collections at Nordstrom, Saks, and Bergdorf Goodman. The Plenty line is also carried in Anthropologie, Cusp, and Barney's Coop. And Ms. Reese recently opened her own boutique in the fashionable meat-packing district of Manhattan. I myself love the Plenty line! But you be the judge! You are sure to be in for a treat!!!!!!!

Live long and Dress Well!!!!!!!!!