Current Fashion Exhibitions

The modern woman is designing her looks by pulling together what she feels comfortable wearing. Designers are no longer able to dictate what women must have in their wardrobes or what they should wear. As you can see from the list below, fashion exhibits at museums around the world are more popular with women than what designers are coming out with on the runways each season. Listed are current shows that you can visit if you live or travel to these places.

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Are berets in style?

Berets are classic and timeless headwear and they are emerging as a woman’s  key accessory. Berets can be worn by everybody, young or old, male or female. Berets, as defined by dictionary.com, are round close-fitting brimless caps of soft wool material or felt. “The beret is the t-shirt of hats,” says Stephen Jones. Mr Jones…

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Wearable Sculpture by Amy Smith

I came across wearable sculpture and Amy several years ago at her Flying Color Studios. Amy was participating in an Open Studio event in Sebastopol, California. She designs and custom makes fabulous hats and fascinators that add personal style to anything you wear. Amy uses quality materials, usually straw for Spring / Summer, and felt – (either new or recycled vintage) – for Fall / Winter. She blocks the material on antique blocks and usually finishes her creations by hand, adding beads, feathers and other embellishments.

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Sweaters 2018

Sweaters 2018 Sweaters are to be stocked up on at this time of the year. When temperatures drop sweaters are so comfy and cozy. They are very versatile, available in numerous colors and styles, such as pullovers and cardigans. Some styles are with or without sleeves and they can be worn in many ways. In addition to wearable shapes…

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The Unexpected Denim

The Unexpected Denim A great way to keep your wardrobe current is be sure that you add a variety of  textures, silhouettes and statement pieces to your closet. Denim will always be a classic go to for casual work day, a playdate, or a night on the town with your girls. Lets add some rich…

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Create A Signature Style

Let’s talk about creating a signature style – a style that expresses your personality, that makes you smile every time you get dressed, that gives the world a clue as to who you are. Understanding your style will make you a savvier shopper and a smarter dresser.

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Summer Sale Fashions 2018

Summer sale fashions. August is a great time to go through the closet and get rid of or donate the clothes you didn’t wear all summer. Then decide what pieces you can use next summer Make a list, decide a budget and hit the stores and your favorite online sites for sale items.

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Heavenly Bodies at the Met

Heavenly Bodies at the Met Heavenly Bodies at the Met was a pleasant surprise. I love going to the Fashion Shows at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC but I was not sure a fashion show with a religious influence would excite me. Wrong I thinkHeavenly Bodies is the best fashion show I have…

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Ways to Layer Necklaces

Ways to Layer Necklaces There are limitless ways to layer necklaces. You can pile them on with wild abandon or go for a more minimalist, feminine look. Combining metal chains with pearls, lots of different colors together, chokers with chains, pendants and beads or chunky with delicate are all different ways to layer your necklaces.…

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Eco Jewelry – Who Can You Trust

If you’ve been hearing about Eco Jewelry and wondering if it just refers to crafty bits of recycled glass bottles and colorful plastic, think again. Eco-conscious jewelry is available across a wide range of styles, from fashion to fine. The defining characteristic is a use of materials that are repurposed, recycled or responsibly-sourced, including gold and diamonds.

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