| | Published March 12th, 2014
| Looking Good in Lamorinda It might as well be spring
| | By Moya Stone |  | | You can find colorful separates at Lesley Evers in Lafayette. Photo courtesy Lesley Evers |
Around here spring accidently sprung back in January. But in fashion the season officially launches in March, when we start thinking about bright colors, lighter fabrics, and new fashions for Easter, Mother's Day, and graduations.
Spring Picks for Lamorinda
Pleated skirts are big news for spring, and for the Lamorinda woman the look offers a perfect combination of chic and ease. Sport the pleats with a soft cropped sweater or form-fitted blouse and you are good to go anywhere in style. The button-down shirt is also on list of trends. A tailored classic, the button-down elevates jeans, skirts, and even shorts to casual elegance. Blue is the color of the season and I suggest pairing the shirt with another spring trend - crop pants. An excellent choice for the busy Lamorinda woman, crop pants cover a spectrum of local activities. Wear with flats and a sunhat on Saturday morning to the soccer field and in the evening for a quiet dinner out, switch to heels and a statement necklace.
This season Special Tees in Lafayette is stocking pastels and pale pink in particular. Also on trend for them are black and white stripes in jackets, dresses, and pants. Word has it from Special Tees that the boot cut is back on the scene edging in on the skinny jean for most popular pant.
Lesley Evers in Lafayette is known for her bright colors and bold prints, which are favorites for spring and summer. Evers tells me that for this season she's adding lots of separates, a logo jacket, a hoodie and "... a maxi that can be worn without the slip as a dramatic swim cover up." Colors include pinks/oranges and blues/greens, and various shades of lilac.
Cinderella Shoes
Calling all ladies who wear a size 5 or 5 1/2 shoe, you will want to strut right on down to Collector's Choice Antiques in Lafayette. They have just received a collection of beautiful hardly worn shoes, mostly pumps and all designer brands such as Allure, Charles Jourdan, and one pair of never worn dress shoes by YSL. You can't beat the price of $60 a pair.
Orinda's ReChic
Have you heard about ReChic in Orinda? Around since 2012, ReChic is a delightful boutique specializing in consignment clothing for women and men, girls and boys ages 10 and up. Proprietor and Orinda native Jennifer Vigo was inspired to open her shop after realizing that there was nothing in the Lamorinda area for consignment kids clothing. Additionally, ReChic offers a small selection of new clothes and gift items, many of which are made by Bay Area artisans. And there's more - located in the front of the store is the Social Lounge, a small space for kids to meet, hang out and even take a class. ReChic offers ongoing and one time classes in creative writing, basic auto mechanics, and teen yoga. A professional dietitian, Jennifer hopes to add nutrition classes soon. With ball and prom season coming up, ReChic is currently stocking an array of gowns and soon to arrive will be a line of (new) swimsuits.
Catch the Butterfly Trend
Designers are using the butterfly motif on everything from scarves to dresses to handbags. How appropriate for spring as the delicate insect symbolizes change and transformation. What about a attracting a little change and transformation into your life with a vintage butterfly brooch? Pinned to a lapel, a hat or a handbag, brooches add a bit of whimsy to any outfit. I like to shop for brooches (and other treasures) at The Vintage Fashion Expo, which is coming up in San Francisco March 22 and 23. Over 100 dealers from around the country showcase their vintage wares including clothing, jewelry, and accessories for men, women, and children. More information can be found at: www.vintageexpo.com/.
It might as well be spring, so go forth in style.
Moya Stone is a fashion writer and blogger at www.overdressedforlife.com.
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 | | Cinderella shoes at Collector Choice Antiques. . Photo Moya Stone |  | | Butterfly whimsy Photo Richard Aiello | | | | | | | |
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