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Designer Spotlight: Mara Hoffman, Ethnic-Inspired Fashion
One of the reasons I started this blog (a long, long time ago) was to follow modern fashions inspired by indigenous styles from around the globe.
A contemporary designer who's made this style her signature is Mara Hoffman. From Fall 2014:
These were my favorite looks from her last season that just showed at NYFW:
I'm not sure what it is I like so much about global indigenous styles. I love the vivid colors and the long, feminine silhouettes. I love the gold accents and geometric shapes. But most of all I think, I love the attention to detail and craftsmanship that goes into all the hand-embroidery and embellishments. There's something about knowing someone's time and talent went into crafting a piece that makes it special. And I appreciate designers who are able to take those traditional styles and make them contemporary and accessible to everyone.
A contemporary designer who's made this style her signature is Mara Hoffman. From Fall 2014:
These were my favorite looks from her last season that just showed at NYFW:
I'm not sure what it is I like so much about global indigenous styles. I love the vivid colors and the long, feminine silhouettes. I love the gold accents and geometric shapes. But most of all I think, I love the attention to detail and craftsmanship that goes into all the hand-embroidery and embellishments. There's something about knowing someone's time and talent went into crafting a piece that makes it special. And I appreciate designers who are able to take those traditional styles and make them contemporary and accessible to everyone.
Happy Valentine's Day lovely readers!
I'm all about going the whole nine yards when it comes to dressing up for Valentine's Day. And I'll admit, I can get a little cheesy and wear red. Last year, hubby and I celebrated with dinner at Juniper and guess what color I wore :)
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This year though we will be celebrating at home with our new little one!
But whether you're going out with girlfriends or your sweetie, it's fun to celebrate by dressing in a way that makes you excited about love!
Maybe ravishing red or romantic floral aren't your styles. You can try an updated version of the menswear trend instead or be your edgy self if that's who you are. The point is to dress in a way that makes you feel good about yourself.
Below are some of my favorite looks to try for Valentine's Day from Net-a-Porter.
xo
Some of my favorite picks for this V-Day include an update on traditional red with this season's oxblood shade. And mixing leather and lace is always a good idea - the soft and hard looks of both styles complement each other for a super chic result.
Have a lovely Valentine's Day!
xoxo
I'm all about going the whole nine yards when it comes to dressing up for Valentine's Day. And I'll admit, I can get a little cheesy and wear red. Last year, hubby and I celebrated with dinner at Juniper and guess what color I wore :)
This year though we will be celebrating at home with our new little one!
But whether you're going out with girlfriends or your sweetie, it's fun to celebrate by dressing in a way that makes you excited about love!
Maybe ravishing red or romantic floral aren't your styles. You can try an updated version of the menswear trend instead or be your edgy self if that's who you are. The point is to dress in a way that makes you feel good about yourself.
Below are some of my favorite looks to try for Valentine's Day from Net-a-Porter.
xo
Some of my favorite picks for this V-Day include an update on traditional red with this season's oxblood shade. And mixing leather and lace is always a good idea - the soft and hard looks of both styles complement each other for a super chic result.
Have a lovely Valentine's Day!
xoxo
Hello lovely readers!
It's hard to believe our little one is already a month old! Please excuse my slight absence from blogging as we welcome her into our hearts and home :) I will be back with some interesting posts soon!
xoxo
It's hard to believe our little one is already a month old! Please excuse my slight absence from blogging as we welcome her into our hearts and home :) I will be back with some interesting posts soon!
xoxo
