I was drawn to Ladybird Likes when someone featured her sweater collar clips (the ultimate in nerd-girl chic), but I really fell for her retro robots. All of these bright accessories are created by applying vintage illustrations to wood and then laser cutting. She really has filled her shop with the most delightful collection of retro images transformed into wearable art.
Some dresses prove to be a good investment the first time you wear them out. I knew I thought this dress was pretty and when it arrived in the mail I was pleased at how nicely it fit, but man, the instant I walked out the door the compliments started coming. It seemed like every friend I bumped into felt the need to tell me what a cool dress it was. I even was hit on by a guy when out with my friends with the line "that's a very pretty dress" (followed by a second approach five minutes later, "you're very pretty too, I didn't want the dress to get all the credit"). I'm very rarely approached by guys and most of my friends are quite used to seeing me in a dress, so I'm convinced this one is worth its weight in gold. I'm looking forward to enjoying this number for quite awhile to come.
Anna Sui sticks true to her sweet and bohemian aesthetic but prints and silhouettes are toned down and cooled up for this season's resort collection. Without the distractions of patterned tights, scarves and hats, matching printed skirt and sweater sets shine with logo tees beneath--giving ideas on how to break up actual vintage sets in a laid back style. It's the perfect collection for the summer palette: colorful, uncomplicated, and non-fussy.
