The blossoms are out, and the scent of spring is in the air. This means it is time for spring outfits! Love this! For the spring season, Clara SunWoo has a fabulous collection of warm-weather-ready pieces which can be mixed and matched, as well as packed for travel.
The big thing I love about this spring outfit is that it easily folds up into a suitcase. Clothing from Clara SunWoo doesn’t wrinkle when folded into a suitcase and easily mixes with other pieces from my closet. This makes them ideal not only for everyday spring weather, but also for that spring break trip coming up! Love that!
Check out everything for spring at ClaraSunWoo.com and use coupon code CATHY10 to save 10% on your next purchase.
The handbag trends for 2025 are here! Thankfully, the 2025 handbag trends aren’t much different than last year. This means we are in good shape for the new year. Love that!
In 2025, we are seeing a continuation of many handbag trends from last year. The anonymous handbag, suede, east/west satchels, hobo bags, slouchy bucket bags, boxy bags, and doctor bags. In addition to these continuing handbag trends, we are seeing an emergence of the belted tote bag, and more studded handbag styles.
While nothing new, the belted tote bag is a classic style which happens to be gaining popularity as we move into the new year. The belted tote bags which are hot on the street are being shown in small and medium sizes, as well as hybrid bucket styles; such as this one from Tory Burch.
Belted tote bags are mainly shown in classic or neutral hues as well as smooth leather, exotics, exotic stamping or printing, and suede. This keeps them in the classic category making belted tote bags prime candidates for investments. Love!
When it comes to color, we are seeing neutrals, black, light yellow, pink, and blue are being shown throughout the year. In addition, we are seeing all shades of green and red, including fall reds, throughout 2025. These shades are transcending season. So, keep rocking your fall reds and greens! They are hot all year long!
Designers are also doing collabs and re-issues of IT bag from past eras. These are a little gimmicky so try not to fall for the hype. Logos are still out and past IT bags, designers are trying to push, have a short shelf life. If you want a fun bag you will only wear for a month, go for it. But, I would recommend spending your hard-earned cash on investment handbags which transcend trends. Thankfully, the handbag trends of 2025 are exactly that; investment handbag styles.
Also, spending thousands on a handbag is out. In 2025, look for high quality handbags with style which won’t break the bank. Smart purchases are definitely IN! Our wallets love that!
What are your favorite 2025 handbag trends? Or should I say, investment handbags?
Drumroll please. . .the new color of the year for 2025 is Mocha Mousse! Yes, yes, I know. It’s milk chocolate brown. Ugh, sounds boring, but . . .
Despite being a seemingly boring neutral, there is a method to Pantone’s madness. This is a color which has skyrocketed in popularity and represents an overall mood in fashion, street style, interior design, and the like. This lightweight shade of brown is being paired with softer colors, other neutrals, and being worn alone. It represents the mood of the population, and the current state of fashion. So, without further ado, let’s dive in!
While on the surface we see a boring a neutral, Mocha Mousse is actually relevant and intriguing. This is a soft version of brown which evokes feelings of comfort, effortlessness, sophistication, and luxury. It is warm and inviting, as well as elegant. This is exactly what we have been needing in the fashion world, and in our daily, stylish lives.
Standing out, is well, out! You have heard the term “quiet luxury,” and it is still extremely important and staying put. This is what Mocha Mousse is all about, “subtle elegance,” in Pantone’s words. It is unpretentious and offers a sense of calm, comfort, and elegance. Think of it like the anonymous handbag, the shunning of logos, and enjoying the finer, higher quality things in life. This is Mocha Mousse.
In addition to its style elements, Mocha Mousse is already making me crave milk chocolate! haha. This might be a year of hot cocoa, chocolate truffles, and everything chocolate! Yum! OK, tangent over.
When it comes to fashion and everyday style, you don’t have to dress head-to-toe in Mocha Mousse. 2025 will be more about mixing neutrals, mixing lighter browns, and using it as a guide rather than having the exact hue on everything we own. Mocha Mousse also looks fabulous on softer fabrics, so think of it as a comfort color; much like your favorite comfort food. As a bowl of soup adds comfort to a meal, a Mocha Mousse scarf, handbag, or sweater will add comfort to an outfit. Love that!
Here are a few lighter brown pieces which can get you started on your comfortable yet elegant 2025 wardrobe:
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