The ABC's of Spring 2011

For those of you reading this in Kingston, you could very likely be looking out your window to the sight of rain. Lovely, beautiful, glorious rain (no sarcasm). I say this in all seriousness because the sight of rain can only make one hopeful that spring will soon be here and allowing us to finally shed the arctic worthy layers we have been hiding under for months. 


So, here are my ABC's of Spring 2011. Consider this a sort of cheat sheet covering the key pieces and trends (both fashion and beauty) we fashion girls have to look forward to this spring season. 

A seasonless classic, the animal kingdom has once again inspired spring fashion.

Boho-chic returns in drapey, romantic styles with a touch of modernity

Incorporate texture with 70's inspired weaving in calming hues 

of blue, stone and rose pink

If there were ever a denim-centric season, this is the one. 

Look out for denim in every form - from dresses and handbags 

to schoolgirl oxfords

There is a lot more alphabet to get through fashion girlies, so make sure to read 

everyday to see the rest of my top Spring '11 trends!

 ☮ peace and fashion

Friday Fixations

Another weekend is near and one can't help but feel a little optimistic when the snow outside is slowly beginning to melt and spring fashion is creeping into store fronts. Walking down the street amidst grey skies and blustering winds, nothing really quite puts a smile on this fashion girls face like the seemingly heavenly bright lights that shine in store window displays showing off pretty spring florals, skittle coloured flats and handbags we will inevitably fill with our lives. Also, as I have mentioned before, while I am "makeup challenged" I have a steady hand when it comes to a bottle of polish and have already started wearing the spring brights shown below. Here are a few things to make you want spring to come even faster!

Happy Friday!!

☮ peace and fashion

Bill Cunningham New York Trailer

The September Issue. The Last Emperor. And now Bill Cunningham New York. A documentary following the legendary photographer, who's photographed everyone from Anna Wintour to Annabella Blow to those who inspire him most - us. "Us" meaning those who "perceive fashion as the armour to survive everyday life". 

Not only does this film capture the genius of the original sartorialist, watching him as he runs through rainy crosswalks through the heavy foot traffic, but it also draws in audiences to learn about who Mr. Cunningham is aside from fashion. A somewhat painful introvert who has been so involved with his work he has never had a romantic relationship. 

☮ peace and fashion

It's All About the ROSEGOLD

I remember seeing these lovelies back in New York City when I was ordering with head mama felicity&fritz back in the summer. To say that these will soon (already are!!) a part of my spring shoe collection would be nothing short of obvious. 

☮ peace and fashion