Trending: Pretty Pleats

I'm a huge fan of feminine looks. This season's pretty pleats paired with tangerines, corals and soft pastels,  scream girly and chic.

I love this studded pleated dress from the House of Dereon's spring 2012 collection. A mix of edge and softness. View the Spring 2012 collection here


LuLu's is a go to favorite for trying out trends with little investment and affordable pricing. They actually had quite of few pleated styles I liked.  Click to Shop LuLu's

"My Sheer-ona" top and Neon Coral box pleated skirt


Mint pleated skirt and knit sweater combo


In an unexpected way I like Kate Bosworth in a mint pleated maxi skirt from this years Coachella festival. Dressed down with a soft grey sweatshirt and Isabel Murant sneaks.

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Celebrity Chic: Solange Knowles on Mother's Day

Solange Knowles was spotted out an about delivering gifts, and taking a bike ride with her son as she celebrated Mother's Day. Seemingly effortless and simple, but major chic is Solange in a yellow top and cute bow accented shorts. I would rock this look in a heartbeat!

Solange can often be seen in yellow, most recently at the Met Gala. Here she accents it with a red bag and studded Azzedine "Alaia" Suede Flat sandals.





Shop the look below!

Shorts
Sandals

ASOS Africa SS 2012 Collection

E-boutique ASOS recently launched its Spring/Summer 2012 highly anticipated AFRICA collection. The successful collection is inspired by traditional African and tribal fabrics. I LOVE the mix of pattern!
This year's 21 piece collection, include Kitenge and Kanga prints and hand-woven Kikoy paired with a sporty vibe, all affordably priced! Produced in Kenya, a portion of proceeds from every piece sold goes to support local east African communities. In collaboration with SOKO and several small African communities,  the production of the collection helps to enable underprivileged communities to establish sustainable business through their local craftsmanship.


Printed Shorts in Geo Print with Collarless Top Chic!

Organza Skirt

Mombasan Print Dress

Floral Kanga Print Hotpants and Top with Striped Jacket

Zebra Print and Striped Dress

Midi Zebra Print Shirtdress MY FAVORITE!

Striped Kikoy Pants and Jacket
Shop the collection below

Casual Pants
Shorts

Chic Reads: Happy Chic Colors

95% chic + 5% happy = the decorative nirvana that is Happy chic.



I find interior design just a fascinating as fashion design. I include interior design books in my home library, as they are a source of inspiration. I had to share Jonathan Adler's new book Happy Chic Colors. From the moment I began to read it my mood was instantly lifted! Jonathan's energy seems to bolt from the pages weaving design tips with his common sense musings.




Complete with paint colors and inspirational muses, Jonathan guides you through choosing color paired with your personal touches and contemporary design elements to create a happy place. From moody blues, vibrant reds, eye popping yellow, even nuetrals, (Jonathan affectionately calls "Chambeige"); this book covers them all. If you've ever been afraid to use color or was wondering if you are on the right track this is a must read.





Read Jonathan's manifesto and musings www.jonathanadler.com/manifesto.php


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