Label Love: Wish Collection Brings Down-To-Earth Style From Down Under!
by Alex Gambardella
Jun 7, 2010 6:42 AM PDT
Sydney native Annette Cannock may have grown up among the most chic, high end boutiques in town, but her personal style is anything but unapproachable. Having an innate sense of what looks luxe and feels luxurious, she based her designing career on the idea that clothes should look impeccable, but more importantly be completely wearable and make the owner feel special when they wear it. Because of this, Wish Collection was born, combining all the hottest prints and freshest trends of the designer boutiques in a way that's affordable, practical and fun for the modern girl. A Wish wardrobe is eclectic and whimsical, but never over-the-top or inaccessible! Check out the slideshow for a peek at some of the highlights from the latest collection!
Label Love: Shakuhachi Keeps It Luxe Yet Laid-back
by Alex Gambardella
Jan 7, 2010 8:19 AM PST
Fashionistas hailing from the land down under may have long-since been fans of label Shakuhachi, founded by Aussie native Jessie White, but seeing how far the collection has come from its humble t-shirt line roots, it's no wonder that that it's gaining increasing popularity among stateside style mavens. While the latest looks include nearly everything but the kitchen sink -- mesh minis, metallic shoulder-padded dresses, and floaty off-the-shoulder frocks -- the collection still somehow manages to give a cohesive shout-out to its laid-back beachy origins. With an emphasis on loose fits balanced by feminine details like lace, sequins, and florals, the Spring/Summer 2010 collection seems to pay homage to the modern pin-up girl with cutout details, retro stripes, and cropped tees... not to mention a little boho flair and Asian inspiration thrown into the mix too. With such a variety of designs and details to choose from, both flirty and funky, Shakuhachi covers all its bases with looks you can take to the beach and on the town. Check the slideshow for some of my favorite pieces from their latest collection!
