The latest collection to launch 4.1.19, Spring Floral, features goodies inspired by pretty petals and spring-time colors (with a dash of black, because who doesn’t love black?) Take a look at the latest collection below:
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These amazing insects have always fascinated the public with their wide array of colors, patterns, and shapes, and fashion designers are no exception. As a matter of fact, butterflies have been gracing the runway periodically for years now, from Elsa Schiaparelli’s butterfly adorned blazer and hat in 1947, to Thierry Mugler’s butterfly-winged gown in 1997, to Alexander McQueen’s butterfly infested headgear in 2008. Thanks to the coming of fashion-consumer age of millennials, who grew up with Lisa Frank’s rainbow-colored world, we are seeing a resurgence of 90’s fads which includes the butterfly and all its glory.
The butterfly trend gets a update with bold shades of black and a new sophisticated-take on rainbow brights. Pale shades of pink, purple, and green can stand out on their own or tone-down with deep, grounding shades of blue and black.
Between beautiful colors, luminescent textures, and loose, vivid patterns, there is plenty of inspiration to be drawn from butterflies for fabrication. Try metallic brocades, watercolor-patterned chiffons, and vibrant-hued silks to get that butterfly look.
Fabric List:
Metallic Royal Blue Floral Double-Layer Organza Brocade, moodfabrics.com
Purple Abstract Printed Crinkled Silk Chiffon, moodfabrics.com
Magenta Solid Silk Faille, moodfabrics.com
Rose Gold and Silver Luxury Metallic Brocade, moodfabrics.com
Image Sources:
Woman with butterfly, Niko Riam photographed by Olu Odukoya for Modern Matter Hai, instagram.com. Metallic abstract background, unknown. Pale blue butterfly, thebutterflycompany.com. Green butterfly, meowlogy.com. Deep blue butterfly, fineartamerica.com. Pink butterfly, Roy Goff, nationalmothweek.org. Pantone Smart Swatch, hyatts.com.
The fanny pack is all grown up with a new sophisticated look through clean silhouettes and lux animal textures. A big trend for spring ’19, these bags are great when you’re on-the-go; whether stopping on a few errands, or a night out. Your phone, wallet, and lipstick will thank you for the new stylish digs.
Zara is leading the pack with the belt bag trend, offering a variety of shapes and colors for every outfit. And with bags ranging from $18 – $50, this trend won’t break the bank. Get the look below:
Image Sources: Marcus Tondo / Indigital.tv, vogue.com. Donald Martiny, theinspirationgrid.com. Made with Canva.
Who doesn’t love plaid? Who doesn’t love sequins? How ’bout a sequined plaid? *Mind blown*
The holidays are just around the corner, so nail that holiday look with a black blouse, heels and this show-stopping piece. Or wear it now with black tights, booties and an army green anorak jacket (like you *need* more reasons to get this skirt). Get it below:
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What’s the new take on the old adage, “Less is more?” For those who think “More is more,” look no further than these eye-catchers. Whether you love leopard and neon, or holography and pastels, Steve Madden’s Cliff sneaker has plenty of options to suit your style–19 options to be exact. These sneakers are inspired by the current “dad shoe” trend, but with sleek lines and modern patterns/texture, the Cliff sneaker eases you into the trend without having to buy a pair of Wranglers and a Hanes sweatshirt (à la Jerry Seinfeld). Get ’em below:
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Typically khaki chinos are a surefire way to blend in with the crowd, but with this polka-dotted pair it’s just the opposite. A fun take on a quintessential wardrobe staple, pair these J. Crew chinos with a white tee and white sneakers, chambray button-down, or black blazer.
Image Sources: Top left, unknown artist, The Shiny Squirrel. Middle, Wardrobe Snack Editorial by Michelle Maguire and Kelsey McClellan for Trendland. Bottom right, Free Range Brown Eggs by Chris Kerston, flickr.
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Ah, the great beauty Marilyn Monroe. Best known for her revealing white halter dress billowing over a subway grate, the Hollywood scarlet also loved a good cigarette pant, slinky sweater, and understated pieces. Top off the look with some sculpted curls and a red lip, and you’re ready for any subway grate or stiff breeze that comes your way.
Image Sources: Top left, photo for LIFE magazine by Alfred Eisenstaedt, 1953, divinemarilynmonroe.canalblog.com. Top right, unknown photographer, date and original publication, weheartit.com. Bottom left and right, photos by Milton Greene, 1955, marilynmonroe.com. Made with Canva.
This week we’re featuring the very first item from the Tastemaker Status shop itself! Apart of the House Collection, these earrings transition from season-to-season and can add that finishing touch to any simple black outfit. Get them below:
Wishbone Earrings, $24.90, shoptastemakerstatus.com
Image Sources: Paint stroke, Donald Martiny, honestlywtf.com. Made with Canva.
Get lost in the glamour (and drama) of the iconic 1970’s fashion show that put American fashion on the map.This over-the-top event has an accompanying over-the-top story to match. Filled with the personalities of design royalty (Halston, Yves Saint Lauren, Oscar de la Renta, and Hubert de Givenchy, to name a few), this book examines the famous runway show that head the best American and French designers going head-to-head on a global stage. Reality TV pales in comparison. Get the book below:
The Battle of Versailles by Robin Givhan, amazon.com
Images Sources: Watercolor Moon Art Print, StudioFactotumUK, etsy.com. White peonies, unknown source. Glitter, unknown source. Made with Canva.
Contour drawing is an art technique where artists are challenged to create without lifting their pencil. This creates one continuous line (another name for technique), hence the distinct geometric, but fluid, style. Though this technique has been around for a while, its been recently embraced by fashion as a cool decorative motif. Get the look below:
Image Sources: Upper right and lower left illustrations by Boris Schmitz. Upper left, Marta Handrich, Instagram. Middle, Lady Fancy Nails, Instagram. Bottom right, THATSALEAF. Made with Canva.
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