Saturday, May 8, 2010
Nude is one of the hottest trends this summer and from what we saw at market last week, it’s definitely carrying over this fall and we couldn’t be more excited! No we’re not talking about going naked—just wearing pale, neutral beige and tan tones that aren’t too far off from your skin tone. We saw this pop up first last spring as a shoe trend and now we’re seeing it in dresses, tops you name it. As weird as it sounds it really can be a flattering look as long as you choose the right “nude” for your skin. Paler skin tones should aim for peachier hues with a touch of pink in them to keep them from washing out, while darker skintones, like Ashley pictured here, can opt for the more yellow-beige tones. The key is not to go for a head to toe nude look: add a bold contrast in black, a bright coral or turquoise (we LOVE the nude & turquoise Surprise Ending Seychelles Sandals still available in our store), or even keep it all in the neutral family with browns and olive greens—a HUGE trend going forward this summer and fall!
Ashley is wearing our 100% organic cotton scoop tank by Threads 4 Thought in Nude (also available in Black, White & Grey) with an ADA gold leather belt and Tag Elements Rodeo Pencil Skirt as well as House of Harlow Sunburst Hoop Earrings.
You really don’t have to have a body like Ashley’s to wear this look, I promise. The wonderful thing about this double-knit ponti skirt by Tag is that it smoothes everything out while sucking us in just enough. It’s also amazingly comfortable—their pants look nice enough to wear to work but feel like sweatpants, you’ll never want to take them off.
Labels: Accessories, ADA, Basics, Belts, Classics, Gold, House of Harlow, Skirts, Tag Elements, Threads for Thought
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Jenny doing what she does best—a fun, flirty dress with unexpected adornments and 100% comfort! This nautical inspired strapless mini dress makes us want to hop on a yacht (ok, we’ll settle for a boat on the lake) and soak up the sun! An elastic band at the top keeps it snug in place while the smocked dropwaist sits comfortably on the hips to create the perfect balance of nautical and feminine and it has pockets.
Jenny Han Dropwaist Button Dress - $154.00
Saturday, January 23, 2010
This beautiful purple tank with collar embellishment is very Free People! The slub fabric was cut on the bias and then pieced together to create the dramatic draping effect and the embroidered, sequin embellishment at the top dresses up the casual jersey making it great for day or night. We love it worn with these sexy satin pleated shorts by Free People and the Leather Station Necklace by House of Harlow. Slip on the Dolce Vita Beam Pumps in black and you’re ready for a night out in Como. Wear it now with a blazer and tights to keep warm!
Free People Asha Tank - $78.00
Free People Slinky Pleat Shorts - $88.00
House of Harlow Leather Station Necklace - $68.00
Labels: Dolce Vita, Free People, Gold, House of Harlow, Necklaces, New Arrivals, Purple, Shorts, Tops
Monday, January 18, 2010
Like we said, we’re loving the new floral patterns coming in! This strapless dress by MM Couture is the perfect Spring dress with it’s navy base and bright floral print. Featuring two origami flowers at the bust, this pleated skirt dress is beautiful and flattering on almost everyone. We wrapped our last Taxi CDC gold belt around the empire waist to break up the floral and really define the waistline and added a statement necklace by Yochi to finish it off.
MM Couture Strapless Floral Dress - $73.00
Taxi CDC Skinny Obi Belt - $48.00
Yochi Layered Flower Necklace - $84.00
Labels: Belts, Dresses, Floral, Gold, MM Couture, New Arrivals, Obi Belts, Spring, Taxi CDC, Under $100, Under $50, Under $75
Monday, December 14, 2009
Aryn K Silk Button-up with gold buttons and tie waist. This beautiful mint colored blouse has sheer ruched 3/4 length sleeves. It looks great with the dark wash True Religion Billy Jeans with chainball back pocket. Gold chains stitched on the pocket form the signature True Religion Gold Horseshoe.
Aryn K. Silk Button-Up - $66.00
True Religion Chainball Billy Jeans - $240.00
Labels: Aryn K, Basics, Fall, Gold, Jeans, New Arrivals, Tops, True Religion
Dasha Floral Clutches - $45.00
SOLD OUT
Seychelle Zip Clutch - $81.00
SOLD OUT
Piper Studded Zip Clutches - $48.00
SOLD OUT
Labels: Clutches, Deux Lux, Floral, Gold, New Arrivals, Silver, Sparkly, Studs, Under $100, Under $50
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Wren Stud Boot - $165.00
We’re obviously excited about studs here, but these boots are insane! Black knee-high boot with 3 strap multi-studded wrap around the ankle. Not sure about the studs? Wear them this season and remove the strap next year without damaging the boot—2 for the price of 1!
Maren Studded Pumps – $99.00
Based on the Fire & Maiya pumps, the Maren comes in a smooth black leather with gold studded toe. We’re in love!
Beam Pump in Gold and in Desert - $134.00
Our favorite pumps are now available in Gold and in Desert leather. The Desert color is the perfect Fall neutral! We’re going crazy over this color! The Gold leather is absolutely beautiful and perfect for all of those Holiday parties coming up. Dress up a pair of jeans and a tee with them during the day for a little shine or wear a skirt or dress and tights with them at night to really make them shine.
Labels: Boots, Dolce Vita, Fall, Favorites, Gold, Leather, New Arrivals, Shoes, Studs
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
One of Moss Mills' new magnetic closure lockets with his signature sparrow and a pearl bird's nest! So cute and unexpected and we love how it hangs!
Moss Mills Eliza Birds Nest Necklace - $100.00
Who hasn’t loved the name Rupert since Harry Potter came out and Rupert Grint played the incredibly awkward Ron Weasley? Featuring an extra long chain, which makes this perfect for layering, Moss Mills has created a locket from an unexpected shape and added a magnetic closure for good measure.
Moss Mills Rupert Owl Locket - $100.00
LOVE! We only got 3 of these and 1 is already gone. On my wrist, right now. This is a MUST-HAVE for this Fall! He’s so cute and such a great price! He hinges at the back for easy on/off wearing. Come in today for Amos before he’s gone.
Moss Mills Amos Fox Cuff - $63.00
We’re obsessed with all the jewelry we’ve gotten in this past week, but we can’t forget these new belts! This is the perfect color of tan leather—it matches EVERYTHING! With a pave-set stone encrusted flower buckle and the adjustable length, this belt is beautiful as a waist belt with our newest silk ruffle dress by LA Made or let it out a little and pair it with jeans and a tucked shirt.
3/4” Leather Belt with Myrtle Double Buckle - $108.00 SOLD OUT
Alligators can be pretty too! I am personally eyeing this little alligator-buckle belt with bronze 1/2” wide leather strap. Completely adjustable, too, I’m picturing it with my Rich & Skinny Boyfriend jeans and a tee casually or as a waist belt with my LA Made silk dress!
Moss Mills Kraus Double Buckle Belt - $100.00
Owls, owls, owls! You ladies are crazy about owls! What’s better than one? Two! This double buckle belt features an owl on each side of the buckle on the adjustable 1/2” black leather belt. Prefer the bronze belt above? We can switch them! This one is bound to go fast.
Moss Mills Pedro Double Buckle Belt - $100.00
Winston, we love you! Obviously, we love elephants, here. We get them in as often as we can and they fly out the door just as quickly, but Winston is new to our collection and he's ADORABLE! We only have 1 left and at this rate he won't be here much longer!
Moss Mills Winston Elephant Ring - $50.00
How couldn't you LOVE this ring? The shape is so different and funky. It would be the perfect addition to anyone's jewelry collection! 100% sterling silver and perfect, this is a large size 7. Get this for someone you love today! (Or just yourself)
Moss Mills LOVE Ring - $148.00
The perfect size for a statement! Fly away with this beauty before it's gone!
Ava Butterfly Ring - $50.00
I hate to say this, but Frances is already gone! IMMEDIATELY! We are happy to order him for you, though! He, and everything else, comes in sterling silver, 14kt gold or gold plate and his eyes can be customized as well. He's shown here with onyx eyes, but like the Rupert necklace, can come with another stone.
Moss Mills Frances Owl Ring - $172.00 SOLD OUT
We know it's not really the season when you're normally thinking of shells and starfish but I'm not so sure that there isn't a season for the Ava Starfish ring! We love her and love the fact that it's somewhat offset and doesn't have a point at the top of your finger--too predictable. We love special things here at Swank Boutique and strive to bring you only the best!
Moss Mills Amelia Starfish Ring - $50.00
Labels: Accessories, Belts, Gold, Jewelry, Leather, Moss Mills, Necklaces, New Arrivals, Rings, Silver