April Showers

Today was a fantastic, rainy day off.  Went to a few estate sales, but was disappointed in the amount (or lack) of jewelry.  Sad...oh well!  Instead, I got the new Lucky and sat down and raided it for some new summer looks.  Here is what I found...

Oversize necklaces.  Again.  I am going to have a full blown OBSESSION with oversize necklaces.  And I will probably up the boho level and add one of my favorite scarfs to create a more layered, lightweight, thrown together springy/summery look.  

Full skirts.  They have been all over the runways and all over the magazines.  Great with a simple tank top, and chunky necklace, and some killer heels.  Also goes well with a tee...or a sweater...or a jacket...or just about anything.  Tights, flats, heels, tanks, tees, leggings...the possibilities are endless!

Asymmetrical dresses.  Anything asymmetrical, with one shoulder, ruffles, gathering, lace, silk, and/or jersey.  Again, there are tons of options out there.  I love the different ways Prada has bunched up fabric, leaving the majority of its spring and summer lines wrinkled and uneven.  Etro has been using a lot of asymmetrical seams to add volume to dresses, and I am absolutely in love with Max Azria's silk dresses with random gathering and hemming.  Using silk with these techniques creates a romantic, almost fluid look.  Gorgeous.

  

Another thing that I can't seem to get enough of: Lines.  I am loving long lines right now...long dresses, long scarfs, long necklaces, long cardigans, skinny pants tucked into boots, wide leg pants with big heels, droopy hobo bags, loose clothing.  Aaaah, I can't wait for the comfort of breezy summer clothes!