SHOP STOP: Madison
When you talk about shopping in LA, it’s pretty much sacreligious not to mention the city’s staple specialty, MADISON. We stopped by their flagship on 3rd street a couple days ago to check out some new SPRING merchandise…all the S/S 2012 collections are in full bloom!
So unless you live under a rock, you can tell that NAUTICAL is going to be a HUGE trend for spring – we are loving the UNEVEN HEM maxi by ELIZABETH & JAMES, and SPLENDID made some super cute STRIPES that are not only HOT ITEMS, but so comfortable. Also, BOHO is back (don’t think it ever goes away in LA). It’s fresh this time around with less concentration on florals and more focused on vintage-inspired textiles like CROCHET & VELVET. Possibly one of the most versatile spring trends, OPEN WEAVE KNITS are items that can work for everyone. We LOVE the PASTEL short sleeve by SPLENDID, the DRAPED CARDIGAN by 12th STREET CYNTHIA VINCENT, and the COLD SHOULDER by one of our favorites, HELMUT LANG. Always being a step ahead on WHAT’S HOT, MADISON will forever be our home for everything fabulous. Oh, and their collection of basics (i.e. T by ALEXANDER WANG, EQUIPTMENT, NATION) doesn’t suck either 
Check out all of their 6 locations, each one is so unique to it’s own space…and SHOP online!
SHOP STOP: Joyrich
With SPRING just around the corner, we needed a taste of brightness and decided to visit the happiest place on earth (no, not Disneyland). Honestly, if you’re ever in need of a pick-me-up, just walk through the doors of JOYRICH and you will experience an immediate sensory overload – the good kind. The store itself is a sight to be seen with Barbies and Trolls lining the shelves. The accessories are to die for…like the crystal encrusted Rolling Stones phone, lucite backpacks, and exclusive bags designed in collaboration with LeSPORTSAC. The private label collection can’t even be defined in words, but in an attempt to try, let’s call it NEON & FLORAL EXPLOSIONS, BRIGHT LEATHERS, and PLAYFUL PRINTS. With both men’s and women’s items, the JOYRICH collection stands out in any crowd. They do carry some fabulous funky designers such as UNIF, JEREMY SCOTT & GERLAN JEANS that are housed (literally) in a tiny plexiglass room in the center of the store. It’s truly an experience and bottom line…we’re OBSESSED!
Insider Info: They’re opening up another store across the street on Melrose, which will carry all outside brands. JOYRICH private label will stay at the current candyland location.
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SHOP STOP: Venice
Last week we did a little shopping by the beach…it was 78 degrees in January (we LOVE LA!). First stop was the PLANET BLUE store on Main Street. As usual, we were welcomed with open arms and started shooting right away. Barely two steps in the door and we found this CROPPED CHAMBRAY by ONE TEASPOON (call them, it’s sold out everywhere) and were stopped dead in our tracks…the black tie is too cute and the back is an UNEVEN HEM! Those candy COLORED STRIPE shorts by KENNY were so bright and delicious, and the exposed zipper on the side gives them a little edge. And finally the BLU MOON lime green FRINGE KIMONO captured the summer mood perfectly. LOVE the Venice store, its probably one of the most beautiful locations architecturally and the girls are so much fun!
The most unique feature of Venice’s carefully curated boutique PRINCIPESSA is that the racks are filled with contemporary designer collections mixed with hand picked vintage pieces, a Rebecca Taylor blouse sits right next to a vintage Pucci…it’s great. The CRYSTAL EMBELLISHED top by CHAN LUU was an immediate showstopper…it’s literally a top made completely of crystals! From rock n’ roll to boho chic, we found this gorgeous SHEER & LACE ETHNIC print blouse by LOVE SAM. It’s the perfect transitional top – works with full flares in the winter and cutoffs when the sun comes out. Last but certainly not least, we were dying over RORY BECA’s LEATHER VEST because the back is completely SHEER! A Venice beach shopping trip is not complete without stopping off here…if you’re interested in our picks, call the store and ask for them specifically…their team is more than happy to help!
HOT HOT HOT: Feathers from Michelle Roy
With NAVAJO staking it’s claim in the current retail market, it was only a matter of time until FEATHERS – the ultimate navajo accessory (next to turquoise, of course) – started showing up everywhere! Our favorite accessories designer, MICHELLE ROY brightens up this trend by taking feathers to new heights. We visited her showroom this week, and picked out a few of our most favorite items. The SINGLE EARRINGS are fantastic for infusing a little color into your look without being too bold. Bright pinks, blues, and yellows are adorned with rhinestones, spikes, and skulls thanks to MICHELLE ROY’S unique touch that she puts on all her pieces. Her EAR CUFFS tend to show off your more daring side with a heavy metal base dripping in feathers and chains. Feathered FEDORAS and FLOPPYS will definitely top off your laid-back LA look. Last and certainly not least, feathered SANDALS for the true feather fanatics. Contact MICHELLE ROY for more information because this trend is HOT HOT HOT!
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SHOP: 4th of July
So normally we would advise against gimicky holiday attire, but this 4th of JULY there are some FRESH and WEARABLE pieces out there. Shop the WILDFOX Seeing Stars Loose Knit at PLANET BLUE, or pick up a patriotic tank at URBAN OUTFITTERS and XXI. And don’t even get us started on these killer JEFFREY CAMPBELL Lita’s at LF, they are so hot. However you end up celebrating the holiday, make sure you do it with CONFIDENCE and STYLE!
TREND ALERT: Tie-Fronts & Knots
Want to know a simple and cost-free way to SPICE up your wardrobe this summer? This trend is red-hot and in stores everywhere! Learn how to LAYER up your wardrobe by following these steps:
Step 1: Find slouchy GRAPHIC T or BUTTON-DOWN. Step 2: LAYER it over your favorite summer DRESSES, TOPS, and MAXI SKIRTS. Mix & Match is encouraged. Step 3: Tie up the bottom edges of your button-down, or start tying knots in your T-SHIRT anywhere they seem fit. Step 4: Throw on some new jewelry, scarf or a lightweight sweater for the desired LAYERED look!
HOT HOT HOT: THE NEW ONE-PIECE
What goes around comes around this season as we take a trip back to the 80′s to revive the ONE-PIECE bathing suit. As these formerly known “mom suits” make their way into stores, they are not coming quietly! This HOT trend is for everyone, packed with VIBRANT COLOR and AWESOME PRINTS , these suits give these oldies a total modern makeover. Try a bandeau or cut-out shape for the more DARING chick, but the CLASSIC vintage style is still great if you’re feeling more demure. Go ahead and DIVE in - these suits have shown they’re here to stay!
Electric bandeau: Mara Hoffman
The classic: Topshop
Floral cut-out: Undrest
*shop the mannequins at Macys & Bloomingdales
SHOP: Skirt Alert
After spending the past two weeks glued to our computer screens watching the RESORT 2012 shows we can’t help but want to skip right over Summer and Fall and dive into some of these LAID-BACK new looks. From PHILLIP LIM to ALEXANDER WANG we are excited for skirts, trousers and metallic accessories. Want to get this look NOW? Check out our take on Resort ’12 and how you embrace the CALIFORNIA COOL today.
Metallic Shoes: Aldo
Denim Skirt: Forever21
Oversized Sweater: Alexander Wang
all runway images from style.com*
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