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Brigitte Bardot
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Photobombed by a rainbow. Absolutely love it when that happens.
Mandalynn bikini, Frasier Sterling Bling, and a souvenir Tee from Nashville.
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Dia de Los Muertos
Here in Los Angeles Dia de Los Muertos, also known as The Day of the Dead, is a pretty big deal. So why not celebrate...
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Sea Dreamer Mermaid Dream Catcher. Inspiration for yet another project.
Rock It!
From grunge to glam, this season’s stand-out kits fuse our favorite, iconic, power slider-worthy styles. Rock on in lace, band tees, leopard and leather.
Shop the trend: Rock-Inspired Style
Top Trend: Cut-Outs
Cut. It. Out! Just a little sneak peek (haha, get it?) at what we’ll be rocking this Holiday season. Or I guess, it’s really what doesn’t make an appearance that we’re talking about here. Peek-a-boo piecing is popping up in the form of slashed back sweaters, side-free frocks and even flannels. That’s right, classic, plaid, flannels - with cut-outs.
Check out more pieced pieces her: Cut-Out Trend
Preview: Fall Footwear
A few (wear-now) styles that will have you skipping through summer and strutting into the new season…
Moccasins (feat. Minnetonka)
These suede duos are back; laced with Southwest prints, beading, and fringe to spare.
Ankle Booties
Pair them with the season’s tunic silhouette for a playful Summer-to-Fall look.
High Tops and Mid Tops
Because power slides and cut-offs just wouldn’t look the same without them.
Studs
Fall is re-defining the term “spiked heels,” and our feet are 100% on board with it.
See more Fall Preview styles: Fall Footwear
Sneak Peek: Fall 2012 Trends
A preview at some of out favorite Fall trends. Better news? They’re all styles you can wear NOW…
*Americana
Finally, your red, white and blue tee will live past the 4th. Rock it with some deconstructed denim, RVCA overalls, or a flowy maxi skirt to take it into fall.
*Neon
No longer just a summertime waterballoon color, neon is creeping into the faded fall color palette via tribal prints and chiffon tops.
*Vintage Rock Tees
A classic way to ease your stars and stripes into the coming season.
*Gothic Trims
Skulls, studs and otherwise early 90’s trims are being paired with girly chiffons and Americana garb.
*Fancy Pants
Printed beach pants and colored denim add to fall’s neurotic landscape of color pops and heavy hardware.
*Fanciful Hems
Midi lengths, hi-lo hems, handkerchiefs, maxis…
Want to see more new fall styles? Check out what’s new today on SWELL
Americana!
‘Tis the season to start with the red, white and yeeew! Summer celebrations are kicking off in a matter of weeks, so we’re gearing up with a few wardrobe refreshers. This year, error on the side of Betsy Johnson, rather than Betsy Ross, with some subtle stripes and faded stars. Take some inspiration from vintage Americana with washed-out chambray and rusted reds.
Shop the Trend: Americana
FIt for a festival! The countdown is on for the first festival of the season, so it’s official…the festival shop is open! We collected our absolute favorite pieces for the occasion: fringed tops and bags, fun leather boots, flowy dress and tops, oversized hats, and eclectic trims.
See what made the list of essentials here: Festival Style
Nude + Neon!
Take your winter neutrals into Spring with a dose of bold neon, coral and aqua. A few new, neon-ed pieces can update khakis, taupes and natural tones.
Get the look:
- Belt a coral dress with a wide leather belt
- Add a neon bandeau under a toned-down tank
- Mix in a pop of neon to nude nails
- Match a neutral base with a bright, oversized top
Pictured (left to right):
Element Shorts
Eight Sixty Dress
Ella Moss Maxi Dress
Dolce Vita Dress
L*Space Swim: An Interview with Designer Monica Wise about her inspiration and what’s on the horizon for swim trends this year! Huge thanks to the smiling ladies at L*Space.
Make a bold impression with mix and match prints this Spring. ‘Tis the season where stripes, tribal prints, leopard and florals get together and set the tonal- settling their darted differences over a couple of shots of strong hues and stacked heels. Don’t be shy about joining in on the festivities….play matchmaker with a dainty floral and a wide stripe, or leopards with bold tribal prints.
Want In? Shop the Trend Here: Bold Prints
Your Pre-Spring Lookbook Has Arrived!
It’s the first ever SWELL Spring Preview Edition; a curated collaboration from the SWELL buying, styling and art teams. You saw it here first. Our goal is to bring you a sneak peek guide to Spring’s trends, silhouettes, colors and eccentricities. What you’ll find in this edition is not only a preview of what’s to come when the frost melts and coco mugs run dry, but also a collection of fashion-forward pieces to wear now and through the coming seasons. Essentials styles, lightweight layers, and stand-out trims. Expect a surge of primary school and candy shop colors covering boots, brims, and everything in between. On the forecast is a resurgence of playful lengths, mixed prints, cropped boots and sheer styles. The color wary be forewarned…a full-spectrum showcase is on the horizon. Cut the chill and get a head start on the season by layering in transitional tunics, lightweight layers and eye-popping prints. Let our style be your Spring guide…
View the SWELL Pre-Spring Catalog
