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We've seen the collections, picked up the trends, and now it's time to decide just what we'll be wearing from the runways. There were major themes — layering, minimalism, and modern tribal among them — but how do those big ideas apply to you? We've sifted through all the looks, and here are our top 15 most chic and wearable trends coming from New York Fashion Week. Read more
When scoping out the fabric store or a wallpaper book for a print that will suit your fancy, it helps to know the name of the print you are looking for so you don't get lost in the wrong section. Do you consider yourself a pattern professional? Take my quiz and see if you know your prints! Question 1 of 5What is this print called? Ikat Trellis Read more
Lela Rose didn’t disappoint with her unusual mix of colors (from creamy neutrals to acid green and royal blue) to her sequined glittering minidresses and one-shouldered numbers. There were some 1960’s, shift-style dresses, and graphic prints, but overall Lela’s show was sophisticated and modern. Read more
Los Angeles-based painter Melissa Moss makes artwork that seems fit for a children's fairy tale. From her graceful, curtseying trees to her odd little nubbin creatures resting beneath the splayed gills of gigantic mushrooms, these paintings beg for a fanciful storyline. And her use of color? Visually arresting, to say the least. As Melissa writes in her artist's statement,"I use color as my Read more
After coming across a game by Amanda-La, I was inspired to create "Less or More." Look at each of the graphic-patterned acrylic tables below and guess which one is more expensive. Take the Quiz Read more
The jet bridge might as well have been a runway as Miranda Kerr made her way through the Tokyo airport. The supermodel showed off another one of her covetable ensembles, styling up a pair of statement booties and a quilted leather jacket with ease. A graphic-print scarf furthers the effortless vibe, while a pair of oversize shades and a studded Alexander Wang bucket bag up the cool factor. Read more
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Maybe it's the unusually warm Winter we're having in Northern California, but I'm already anxious to incorporate exuberant Spring colors and patterns into my wardrobe and home. Luckily, H.D. Buttercup's San Francisco location just added a new millworks shop-in-shop filled with pillows ($58-$78) covered in graphic patterns and groovy palettes. While the prints are botanically inspired, the Read more
I'm constantly finding similarities between the pieces I'm coveting for my closet and the items I'm looking to incorporate in my home. I've pulled together an outfit and a home decor look that combines texture, bold prints, metallic hues, and yummy leather. See how I translate fashion to interiors with these two looks! Read more
With a professional background rooted in graphic design, Viola Sutanto has a keen eye for developing mesmerizing prints for everything from eco-friendly packaging to cool iPhone apps. Her San Francisco-based design brand, Chewing the Cud, has evolved into a go-to ecommerce destination filled with lifestyle products that are just as thoughtful as they are stylish. I caught up with Viola to find Read more
