When I saw Ariel walking out of the Division CTA stop it was street-style infatuation at first sight. Overall jeans require just the right amount of laid-back quirkiness to pull off the look, and she nailed it.
America’s never been much of a hat-wearing culture, and it’s a shame. Hats are a simple way to add a dash of personality to any outfit. Sure, up until the 1960s men and women both wore hats, but headgear has never enjoyed the power or ubiquity here in the States that it does in the UK.
And yet, the recent popularity of luxe baseball caps and flower headdresses are drawing attention to the American tête like never before, single-handedly revitalizing the stateside crafting industry. Don’t believe me? An Etsy search for ‘flower headbands’ returns over 219,000 results.
Berstock Speirs ‘Classic Bunny Cap,’ £65.00
If you’re looking for the perfect hat to make a statement, this adorable Bernstock Speirs Classic Bunny cap is sure to do the trick. You may be thinking to yourself “well, Susie Bubble can pull off anything, so why would this work on me?” Challenge accepted. This hat is sporty, perfect for hiding bad hair days, and has just the right amount of quirk. Boom.
A smart statement piece like this hat can elevate even the simplest everyday looks. Toss on this cap with a soft knit tee, boyfriend jeans and flats, and you’re instantly street-style photographer catnip. Plus it’s a great deal for a designer hat at only $110. High quality hats easily surpass $500, and go up from there.
Can you tell I’m in love?
This is how you rock fringe. Commit to it fully (preferably with vintage), while embracing all the style connotations it brings to a look. She nails it by turning convention on its head, styling Western fringe with a modern teal skirt.
Backstage at Rodarte Spring 2014 via First View
Spring/Summer 2014 was all about the fringe. From Rodarte to Altuzarra and of course, Junya Watanabe, designers were clearly inspired by the tricky technique. I’ve always shied away from fringe, but lately it’s been impossible to walk down Michigan Avenue without seeing it merchandised in all the windows. Designs trickle down from the runway to the masses, and this season fringe flooded the sidewalks like never before.
Junya Watanabe Spring 2014… photos via Style.com
What about you – are you wearing fringe this year?
