Category Archives: Textile

Latest Home Purchases

Posted on January 22, 2014 by Alyson

I usually don’t tend to post about my personal life, but I literally just had these 3 pieces by Threshold at Target delivered and am OBSESSED. Finally getting my living room together…  !!! Pictured: Tufted Pink & Gold Ottomans  +  Faux … Continue reading →

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GIVE-me-more-NCHY

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Alyson

As I was on the prowl for new items hitting e-tailers {aka online stores} this weekend, I rediscovered pieces from the Givenchy RTW Fall 2013 Collection. To say it was lust at first sight, this encounter reaffirmed my love for the collection with … Continue reading →

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#MixedPrints

Posted on August 23, 2013 by Alyson

Can’t stop won’t stop can’t get enough of mixing prints. Just make sure to balance out with simple/solid shoe & bag. Get the look:  Reiss Jamaica Leaf Print Short Sleeve Shirt  +  David Kahn Nikki Wild Floral Ankle Jean  + … Continue reading →

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Salute Your Shorts

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Alyson

During the warmer months, I typically  gravitate towards dresses before shorts, but sometimes it’s nice to just switch things up.  This year, I have noticed shorts are on a novel streak, falling into three categories: printed, bermuda, and leather. Now … Continue reading →

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Textura Urbana

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Alyson

 Been feeling particularly edgy lately, and this is quite a good dose of sartorial inspiration.     Shop the look: + Knee-high gladiator sandals, with heel or flat + Metal collar + Oversize coat + Wrap skirt + A great layering piece, or two.   Harper’s Bazaar Brazil, April 2013 … Continue reading →

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Le Grand Mix

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Alyson

Such layering goodness, not to mention this spread kinda really makes me want to chop my hair off. *inspired* Publication: L’Officiel Paris, April 2013 Title: Le Grand Mix Model: Marthe Wiggers Photography: Stefan Zschernitz Styling: Alexandra Elbim Hair: Panos Papandrianos Make-up: … Continue reading →

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Secret Midnight Garden

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Alyson

I’ve woken up to smell these flowers and am smitten. Just fell in love with these Viviennne Westwood black crepe ‘Botticelli’ trousers. In my opinion, they emulate what Spring 2013 fashion is all about- mixing and matching characteristic elements to create … Continue reading →

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Best Buds

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Alyson

Fact: Florals are to Spring like sand is to the beach.   Fact: Unabashed blooms in abstract prints and materials are in full force for Spring 2013.   Fact: I’m feeling it, and am all about stopping to smell these flowers. … Continue reading →

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Prabal Gurung for Target

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Alyson

Believe you me- I love designer collaborations just as much as the next person. I can also say that unlike any other collection for H&M, Target, or other national retailer who has jumped on the Let’s-bring-designer-fashion-to-our-customers-who-otherwise-could-not-afford-it, I have never swooned quite as … Continue reading →

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Valeriya Olkhova’s Organic Fetish

Posted on November 16, 2012 by Alyson

The Valeriya Olkhova ‘Organic Fetish’ womenswear line embraces a disheveled design aesthetic. Resembling skeletal forms, the collection’s garments feature a knit materiality with intricately ribbed accent elements. Though covering the body, these ripped, tattered and distressed knits show off some … Continue reading →

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Style Notes: Bottoms Up on Peace & Chic

Posted on October 7, 2012 by Alyson

Although juxtaposed sand-scape backdrops {ie- beach, desert, lake scenes} for Fall editorials have seem to become a dime a dozen these days {but really, is there any disposition in wearing fur on a beach in October if everyone is doing … Continue reading →

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Head to Toe Prints

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Alyson

Reader Discretion: The weary need not apply. This trend is for the bold and beautiful; ladies who are not scared to make a statement. I am diiiggging this updated version of the traditional pant suit.  #werkit

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Obsession of the Day: Kaleidoscope Dresses

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Alyson

Have I mentioned I love prints?  Especially in psychedelic floral and scale form… for this Fall… in dress form… GETINMYCLOSET. 1. MCQ by Alexander McQueen Moulded Torso Dress in Neon Pink  2. Roberto Cavalli Mixed-Print Sheath Dress  3. Dion Lee Ivy-Print Silk-Georgette Dress 4. Alexander McQueen … Continue reading →

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The Pattern Mash-Up

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Alyson

As I was saying, I am diiiiigin’ some prints on prints, anchored by solid shoes & bag.  so. good.    Image found @ Refinery29.

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Checkmate.

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Alyson

Still playing this game…  1. Les Envers black-gold Minipopins clutch from Boticca  2. Marc Jacobs hand-crocheted wool-blend sweater  3. M Missoni checked knitted dress  4. Chloe cropped checked pants  5. Kenzo oversized window-check sweater  6. Kenzo checked wool knit cardigan  7. Kenzo checked silk-georgette dress  8. ASOS … Continue reading →

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