Spring Fashion Inspiration

Spring is right around the corner and before you know it, you'll be out and about enjoying Easter brunch, long strolls, and egg hunts. This means it's time to get your Spring wardrobe ready to go!

Easter is known to be associated with the change in seasons and since we're finally feeling the warmer weather and sunny skies of Spring here in Virginia, it's time to bring out both bright and pastel colors.

From head-to-toe whites and pastel hues to bright and bold prints, these vintage finds will have you yearning for Spring (and Easter!) right away.

Head-to-toe Whites

• ModCloth Dress
• William De Lillo Drop Earrings
• Chanel Vintage Quilted Handbag
• Hermes Vintage Scarf
• Salvatore Ferragamo Shoes

Pastel Hues

• Emilio Pucci Vintage Floral Skirt
• 60s Vintage Floral Earrings
• Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Blazer
• Maison Martin Margiela Power Shoulder Dress
• Vintage Clip-on Earrings
• Vintage Flower Hair Comb

Bright & Bold Prints

• Ken Scott Floral Blazer
• Ken Scott Floral Skirt
• 1930s Bakelite Beaded Purse
• Yves Saint Laurent Printed Dress
• Kenzo Floral Jacket
• 1950s Snake Print Heels
• Vintage Jacques Levine Floral Heels

Undeniably Beautiful Vintage Frocks

Ahh, the feel and look when slipping into a vintage ensemble - so rich and romantic. It's interesting to imagine how the women before us styled the outfit themselves and how designers even came about their collections to begin with. Aside from the imaginary fantasies, sporting a timeless frock is a definite way to stand out in the middle of a mass of people in otherwise ready-to-wear pieces. This year, let's go back in time and raid those old closets and unique vintage shops to snag an old dress and take it for a new spin in a new era.

Take a look at the following options below for some inspiration and start channeling your inner vintage persona - whether it be a mod Twiggy, a quirky, yet sophisticated Lucille Ball, or an ever-so-elegant Grace Kelly.

 Biba '70s Seductive Low-Cut Plunge Billow-Sleeves Gown in

 Black, $1,200, available at Timeless Vixen on 1stdibs.

 

Krizia '80s Leopard Face Angora Sweater Dress in Cream, $460, available at eBay.

 

Valentino Butterfly Print Silk Evening Gown, $795, available at The Way We Wore on 1stdibs.

 

'40s Silk Floral Day Dress with Cutouts, $375, available at Shrimpton Couture on 1stdibs.

 

Halston '70s Sequined Mermaid Gown in Seafoam Green, $4,500, 

available at The Way We Wore on 1stdibs.

 

Oscar de la Renta '70s Metallic Silk Beaded Dress, $700, available at Thrifted Modern on 1stdibs.

 

Averardo Bessi '80s Silk Dress, $899, available at Helpers House of Couture on 1stdibs.

 

Halston '70s Crepe Grecian Dress with Cape in Nude, $4,500, 

available at The Way We Wore on 1stdibs.

Can you tell that most of these pieces are seen in fashion today? It's amazing how designers nowadays are heavily influenced by creations of the past, and simply make minor alterations to keep the style modern and fresh. Happy shopping!

I've got cabin fever...

Having just returned from a fabulous week at a lovely old cabin on Lake Vermilion in northern Minnesota, I thought I'd share some of my favorite cabin decor ideas.   These are all chic and comfy.  Enjoy!

A lovely cabin bedroom done in soothing white with fabulous bear rug and simple furnishings. 

It's grrrrreat!

The photo speaks for itself.  Minimal fabulousness.  The bed and bean bag chair seem to be floating and that gorgeous chandelier makes the room ultra chic and sophisticated!

If you have to work while you're at your cabin, it doesn't get any better than this.  Open, light and airy.  The perfect combination to get those creative juices going...

A charming spot for dining al fresco.  A great place to have a glass of wine, sit back and

count your blessings.

This is my idea of heaven cabin style.  Love the campaign bed and grey washed pine panels.  Although the room is neutral, the pops of color make it oh so chic. 

Cabin living New York style.  Comfortable yet sophisticated!

Hope these inspire you to create your own cabin style at home. 

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