Neutral Territory

Winter is finally starting to wear down but the weather is still cold out. Online and in stores I keep seeing spring clothing and I have this insatiable urge to wear warm-weather clothing. What’s a girl to do!?

Lacy Thoughts.

Maybe it's my job in the Wedding Design world, or maybe it's maturity creeping up on me, but either way I am suddenly....gasp!...liking lace! Usually associated with frilly girly girls, doilies, and old maids (three things I do not readily associate with myself), these days lace has taken a turn for the chic. While the patterns vary from delicate Chantilly to bold florals, what remains consistent are the colors; black and nude. Period. To stay modern, keep the hem high and the fit snug. With the seductive nature of the fabric and an abbreviated length, a high neckline provides just enough balance to keep things from verging on tramp. Perfect for a night out, right? Or perhaps New Years Eve? Oh, wait that sounds familiar! Stay tuned to find out why....

-Emily

**I didn't include purchase info on the above photos, but if you are interested I will readily aid in your shopping needs**

Resort 2011 Trend #1: Stripes...they live on.

While they have been around forever, black and white stripes have not always been a sartorial hit. A few seasons back, the sailor favorite took center stage, and since has held on to its reigning position. Resort collections showed stripes paired with everything, including other stripes. So if you didn't heed my advice back in September (as posted here), this is your chance to get with it people! And my parents say I don't plan for the future...

-E

Photos: Style.com