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Mixed prints for fall 2018 with Chico’s

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wearing: earrings c/o Chico’s / statement necklace c/o Chico’s / ivory v-neck tee c/o Chico’s (avl in many colors!) / mixed print reversible kimono c/o Chico’s / handbag / bootcut jeans c/o Chico’s / booties /

How gorgeous is this kimono?! When I first laid eyes on it, I fell in love instantly! The mixed prints are so pretty, and I love the details on the sleeves; and the fact that it is reversible!

Mixed prints have been a huge trend the past few seasons, and the look is showing no signs of slowing down. Rocking this trend is not for the faint of heart, but thankfully Chico’s has done it in a way that makes mixed prints easy to wear; even for the most conservative dressers.

This kimono features one-of-a-kind, hand-painted prints designed in-house by artists for Chico’s. The prints are exquisite and unique. I love knowing that few people are walking the streets in this print; except for the people who bought this kimono. The print has a vintage vibe to it, giving it a nod to the season’s boho-chic trend. Love!

Did I mention this kimono is reversible? Love that!

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This kimono is the perfect topper for any casual outfit or solid colored, casual dress. It’s really pretty, and great to wear during fall as temperatures start to cool down.

I originally planned to wear this outfit at New York Fashion Week; but, as you know, due to my medical emergency, I wasn’t able to travel across the country for fashion week. It would have been fun wearing this kimono to the shows! Now, it is one of my go-to casual looks for the fall season. Of course, my daughter has already stolen this kimono from me. I need to sneak back into her room and take it back! What can I say, girl has good taste. haha

Shop my mixed prints for fall 2018 kimono outfit:

What do you think of mixed prints for fall? Will you be wearing them?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

*thank you to Chico’s for sponsoring this post. all thoughts and opinions are my own

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Fall 2018 handbag trends: anytime sequins

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Fall 2018 handbag trends anytime sequins from top left: seafoam top handle satchel / silver fanny pack (aka belt bag) / camo cross body bag with guitar strap / sequin heart white tote bag / striped hobo bag / Miu Miu logo tote bag /

Fall is upon us! If you haven’t thought about a fall handbag yet, now is the time! While black handbags, lady bags, and logo bags are still going strong this fall season, another new trend in the handbag world has emerged; the anytime sequin bag.

Sequin handbags are a classic evening bag look. They normally are found on small handbags we carry to semi-formal and formal events. While daytime sequins have been a recent trend on items such as jackets, skirts, and tops, the fall 2018 season is making sequins as common as cotton. Get ready to sparkle and shine!

The fall 2018 handbag trends are bringing us two extremes; classic black bags and understated lady bags, as well as “look at me” styles such as logo bags and sequin bags. There really isn’t anything in between. This season, you need to decide; will you be a classic fashionista, or street style paparazzi bait?

For the fall 2018 season, the sequin handbag trend is taking us to new heights. You can pair a sequin fanny pack with jeans and a tee on casual days to up your game, or you can toss a large sequin tote over your shoulder stuffed with your kids necessities when you head to the park. Sequin handbags for fall 2018, you can be fabulous at the supermarket, or out on the town! Love that!

You will find sequins on everything that is hot in handbags for fall 2018 such as fanny packs, lady bags, black bags, and classic flap shoulder bags. If you want to add sass to your casual look, just add a sequin bag!

Sequins are not limited to fall 2018 handbags, you will find sequins this season on everything from daytime shoes to blazers, to skirts, to every type of clothing imaginable. This sparkling accent can be worn to brunch, lunch, dinner, or for formal affairs. Sequins are everywhere, at any time of the day. Get ready to sparkle!

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What do you think of sequin handbags for the fall 2018 season? Is this a trend you will be wearing? Do you think this trend will last for several seasons and grow? Or do you think this is one season thing?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

Trends for spring 2019 from New York Fashion Week

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photo: Taoray Wang spring 2019 runway NYFW photo courtesy of Matt/In Spades Blog 2018©

What would I do without my crew? If you have been following along, you know I had to suddenly cancel my trip to New York Fashion Week due to a medical emergency. I was planning on traveling to New York with three of my fabulous blogger buddies; Dawn from Fashion Should Be Fun, Laura from Have-Need-Want, and Kali from In Spades Blog. Unfortunately my plans fell through due to my health.

After my emergency room visit I kept my friends in the loop until I knew for certain if I would miss fashion week. It was clear after a couple of days there was no way I could travel to New York, so my friends flew into action and covered different shows for me so that I could still get photos and also know what was actually on the runway; and how the fabrics looked in person. This is why I go to fashion week, there is only so much you can decipher from a photograph. Seeing the fabrics in person, and watching them flow down the runway, helps craft the vibe of a collection and an entire season.

With a little help from my friends this season, I was able to forecast a few fabulous trends for the spring 2019 season, and be able to share them with you! I apologize for not having my usual full coverage, and the street style posts I promised, but I will be back in New York next February and will ensure full coverage of the shows and the streets!

Spring 2019 is proving to be a re-birth of sorts. We are seeing designers favor happier silhouettes and brighter hues. There is an earthy vibe combined with a free-spirited 1980s party vibe. The power suit is back with a vengeance, and our minds are instantly taken back to images of the 1980s when women wore a power suit with power pumps, and big hair. While the power suit was dominant on Wall Street in the 1980s, in 2019, look for it morphing into more of a dinner look, evening look, and anytime you want to flex your power look.

photos from left: Just in XX (PR photo) / Taoray Wang (photo Matt/In Spades Blog 2018©) / Vivienne Hu (PR photo)

Bright colors dominated the runways, in sharp contrast to the softer hues we have been seeing in past seasons. Blush or “Millenial Pink” has been replaced with a more vivid shade of pink, while neutrals have softened and lightened up. You can read my full post on the spring 2019 color trends here. Of course, my favorite color of the season is blue.

From left: Chromat (photo by ©IMAXtree) / Vivienne Hu (PR photo) / Tadashi Shoji (photo by ©IMAX Tree)

Sparkle and shine like it’s Studio 54 time! The late 1970s and early 1980s party vibe appeared once again on the runways for spring 2019. Designers loved any type of fabric with a sheen to it. They used everything from clear plastic to sequins to metallic threads to create pieces which catch the light, and shine bright. You can sparkle and shine at any time during the day, so wear your sequins to brunch and shimmering skirt to lunch; it’s time to shine!

photo from left: Vivienne Hu (PR photo) / Custo Barcelona (PR photo) / Fashion Palette (photo by ©IMAXtree)

Ball and chain got you down? It could be because you saw an awful lot of prison stripes on the runways for spring 2019! Perhaps appearing to be locked up is the new trend. This spring 2019, look for bold, black and white stripes alone, or mixed with other stripes and/or prints. Be bold, and wear your stripes proudly; just don’t let the cops see you or they’ll take you back 😉

photo from left: Just in XX (PR photo) / Son Jung Wan (photo: In Spades Blog) / Tadashi Shoji (photo by ©IMAX Tree)

Trench coats are a classic piece many of us have stuffed in the back of our closet. They started to emerge as more than a classic piece last year, and for spring 2019, the classic trench has taken on new life. When the weather warms up early next year, look to invest in one statement making trench. You can rock this trend with a lightweight, avant-garde trench coat to top off your spring looks, or wear one as a dress! Either way, the trench could be your most important investment next spring.

photos from left: Just In XX (PR photo) / Taoray Wang (Photo Matt/In Spades Blog 2018©) / Romeo Hunte (PR photo)

Well, that is only five trends from the runways which stood out to me during New York Fashion Week this season. As store buyers decide what will sell, and what won’t sell, we will get a better snapshot of what’s to come in spring 2019! What do you think of these five trends? Which ones will you wear and which ones will you skip?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy