Spring Scallops

{images via here, here, here....and here}

I've always had a weakness for scallops since they instantly add a feminine aspect to any ensemble and serve as my springtime staple.  With this season's onslaught of pastels I'm leaning towards the softer looks above, but designers such as my favorite surly-faced Brit (aka Victoria Beckham) are offering bolder versions.

concert series

{1. Lace off the shoulder top, 2. shredded denim shorts, 3. vintage bucket bag, 4. lace up sandals, 5, straw fedora, 6. pendant necklace}

Sadly, I won't have the opportunity to cavort alongside Kate Bosworth and Rachel Bilson in the desert of Indio, California for Coachella coming up next month (I'm really busy) I've decided to come up with my own music festival appropriate ensemble.  Of course the look would consist of the requisite denim shorts an airy off the shoulder top and a straw fedora (also noted as a staple), piles of jewelry and lace up leather sandals.  I am however, going to keep this look in my back pocket seeing as how there's always Lollapalooza.     

lusting after lace



{1. crochet tunic, 2. lace trim blouse, 3. lace shorts, 4. lace top, 5. dolce & gabbana, 6. michelle williams, 7. lace mini skirt}

Lace is being seen as a big idea for Spring as evidenced through runway and editorial.  More virginal than vixenish, creams and crochets are dominating the scene.  Above are some of my favorites looks that just may or may not have been purchased during a vicious online shopping spree (which by the way, has spiraled out of control - I need to put myself on lockdown).

little miss moffatt

images via LaurenMoffatt

Lauren Moffat's Spring 2011 lookbook has me swooning.  It's so retro and Jackie O-esque.  I especially love the scalloped edges she's used on a few of her frocks, which will help me justify my purchase of these little chiffon shorts from Urban Outfitters since I'm being frugal or at least that's what I'm telling myself.

miss new bootie

Kate Bosworth

image via Elementsofstyle

Madewell

LL Bean desert bootie

Primarily seen as a men's shoe staple the desert bootie has been heavily seen in women's collections in suede fabrications and a stacked heel.  Since it's still somewhat masculine make sure to pair it with feminine garb such as skirts or dresses to soften up the look.

EmersonMade Spring Preview

images via EmersonMade

I may have mentioned this before, but I have an unhealthy obsession with all things EmersonMade.  Her blog has been providing little sneak peaks of her Spring Preview line, which has finally arrived!  I love the simple aesthetic and clean lines of her pieces - especially that black & cream linen tuxedo jacket, which just might be finding a home among my wardrobe.

short story

(MICHAEL Michael Kors sequin short, Topshop scalloped shorts, Aubinandwills velvet short, McQ leather short, Joseph distressed jean short, J.Crew wool-flannel tuxedo shorts)

No longer just a warm weather style, shorts in every fabrication are becoming seasonless staples with the advent of leg layering.  Fingers crossed that this trend never goes away since it's increased my wardrobe by about 10 fold!   

luxe lace

lace tiered skirt

lace short



lace tee

scalloped lace dress

I absolutely love the lace trend that is happening right now however, I've seen that there's a fine line between pretty, feminine styles and those pieces that can make you look like, let's be honest, a Victorian hooker.  It's always a safe bet to stick with neutral colors in black, greys and nudes (white can be tough to pull off and is very reminiscent of Madonna in "Like a Virgin").  Also, look for pieces that have simple, easy silohuettes so you're not looking too over the top.