Bohemian Touches

The onset of summer often precipitates the wearing of relaxed bohemian-inspired attire. Something about warm weather makes such carefree pieces seem more appealing. We stow away our winter tights, scarves, and jackets in exchange for lighter, skin-baring styles and fun accessories. Think along the lines of: printed head scarves, braided belts, stacked bangles, printed sundresses, crochet

It's All In The Details

In this installment of store window photos, I want to focus on interesting details. Whether it's crochet detail, gem embellishment, a beaded neckline, or chains, a little something extra can go a long way towards making something special. Below are six of my favorite tops with eye-catching details.

Mini Trend Report: Summer 2010 Denim & Footwear

Denim is a wardrobe staple. Practically everyone has it in their closet. This season, it's taking on an Americana theme, especially when paired with fringed accessories, Little House on the Prairie-inspired calico prints, and clogs. The best news is that denim is not just for jeans. At the retail level, denim is showing up in many incarnations, on everything from hats and handbags to strapless

On Your Feet

As I write this, it feels like the dead of winter, complete with unusually chilly temperatures and wind gusts over 30 mph. Quite an abnormality for April in southern California, but that doesn't mean that I can't daydream about spring footwear. This past weekend, I spotted a few lustworthy styles on State St. in Santa Barbara. From studded combat boots and animal print wedges to boyish oxfords

On My Radar - Spring Florals

Although I prefer not to label my personal style as girlie or romantic, I clearly have an affinity for floral prints. A quick glance at my closet and some of my recent purchases (floral challis shorts, a strapless rose print dress, a floral wrap headband, and floral print booties) are evidence of my desire to adorn myself with flowers. Fortunately, floral prints and motifs are always blooming

Five Trends To Watch for Spring 2010

As I sort through hundreds of trend spotting photos that I've collected in March and April, some predominant retail trends have risen to my attention. Here are the five that I'm currently seeing everywhere from Angl and Urban Outfitters to Forever 21, Guess, and Zara.1. Embellished necklines are popping up on knit tops and dresses. Opt for one if you want to draw attention to this area or you'd