YOUTH IN REVOLT

ph: ELLE

So excited for fall! Mixed prints, flares + chunky heels? Yes please!
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VA-VA-VOOM

ph: ELLE Sweden

Loving these modern sixties Italian bombshell looks!
It's making me wish there was a Grease remake where they wear the best of the S/S 2012 collections. Can you imagine what the pink ladies would wear?! Prada? Flaming heels? Swoon!

Get the look...
· Bandeau With Paisley Print from ASOS
· Woven T-Shirt With Car Print from ASOS
· Basket Weave Jacket from Tibi
· Pink River Island Lace Pencil Skirt from ASOS
· Holiday Dangle Earrings from Noir Jewelry
· KG Elsie Pointed Court Shoes from ASOS
· Coral River Island Pencil Skirt from ASOS

Must-Have: Retro Cat-Eye Sunglasses

Photos via: Oyster

Retro cat-eye sunglasses are having a major moment thanks to designers like Gucci and more. With so many styles cropping up, it's hard to pick just one. Pair these killer sunnies with a cooled, fringed sweater for fall and your favorite jean skirt, and you're good to go!

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A Retro-Inspired Take On The Bell Sleeve Top

Photo via: Harper's Bazaar Australia

This street style stunner is giving us retro vibes in her grey bell sleeve wrap top, lipstick red mini bag and a high-waisted denim skirt. We give this ensemble two enthusiastic thumbs up!

Get the look:
+ Bobeau Cupro Knit Top
+ Japonica Tunic Bell Sleeve Top
+ Whiting & Davis Mini Bucket Bag
+ Current/Elliot High Waist Denim Skirt
+ ASOS Denim High Waisted Skirt

10 Pairs of Retro-Inspired Oversized Sunglasses We Love

Photo: @maria_bernad

We're definitely being influenced by Maria Bernad in her oversized tortoiseshell sunglasses. Retro pieces continue to pop up on our Instagram feeds, and we can't get enough of them. If you're just as big a fan of this nostalgic trend as we are, check out the sunglasses that we're adding to our carts below.

Street Style: Copy Veronika Heilburnner's Retro-Cool Summer Look

Photo via: Vogue

Veronika Heilbrunner sure knows a thing or two when it comes to creating retro-cool summer looks.  Applauding the way she wears wayfarer sunglasses, layered necklaces and a basic black tee tucked into high-waisted pants with embroidered details.  Her bright yellow Miu Miu bag adds the perfect pop of color to this fun look.

Get the look:
+ Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer Sunglasses
+ CHRLDR Noir Tee
+ Henri Bendel Gotham Mini Tote
+ Moto Pale Blend Joni Jeans
+ ASOS RIdley High Waist Jeans

MODERN FRANÇOISE HARDY | TRENCH COAT + DISTRESSED DENIM

Photos via: Felisha Tolentino

Getting major 1960's Parisian style vibes from this look. She's like a modern Françoise Hardy (with Brigitte Bardot lips) in a trench coat, crop-top and distressed denim.

Get the look:
+ Rain or Shine Draped Jacket
+ ASOS Longline Trench in Cotton
+ In Your Element Crop Top
+ J Brand Jake Slim Boy Fit Jeans
+ Salvatore Ferragamo Pointed Toe Mule Pumps
+ Manolo Blahnik Borli Crystal Satin & Suede Lace Mules

The Denim Coat Look You'll Want to Live In All Spring

When it comes to spring, we're all about denim outerwear. Enter this cool denim coat that can make any outfit look instantly polished. We recommend keeping things minimal with a white tee, a sleek tote, and black pants. Then, for a fun touch and some edge, throw on a pair of retro sunglasses and fringed slide sandals.

+ J.Crew Belted Denim Coat (also here)
+ Le Specs Outta Love Oval-Frame Acetate Sunglasses
+ ONE SIX FIVE Jewelry The Thea Ear Cuff
+ Carolina Santo Domingo Amphora Leather Tote (also here)
+ H&M Conscious Creped Pants
+ Byredo La Sélection Florale Travel Spray Trio
+ Splendid Baldwyn Fringe Slide Sandal (also here and here)

5 THINGS

Photos via: Vogue UK | ArchPart | Mooki | Shopbop | Radio Spin


5 things that caught my eye this week...

+ Meet Miss Jones: Gorgeous shot of actress Felicity Jones with retro hair and beauty.

+ Eclectic Bedroom In Madrid: So down with the print mix happening here.

+ Mooki: Too cute! Love these kitty-fied street style illustrations.

+ Clover Canyon Woven Organza Dress: Can't get enough of the sheer futuristic feel of this dress.

+ SOHN 'Tremors': Just found out about this album and already dying to hear more. Out Tuesday!


Happy Weekend!

x

A Blogger-Approved Retro Combo To Try Now

Photo via: Harper's Bazaar

Can't get enough of blogger Camille Charrière's retro street style. Her striped skirt and white ankle boots make quite a dynamic duo, don't they? The modern-structured leather jacket balances out this vintage vibe and makes it wearable for everyday.

Get the look:
+ Ray-Ban Icons Round Sunglasses
+ Mango Stitched Leather Jacket
+ MSGM Stripe Pleat Cotton Skirt (also here)
+ Tanya Taylor Margot Striped Skirt
+ Isabel Marant Etoile Baby Jane Boots

Proof Patchwork Jeans Are Way Too Cool

Photo via: Urban Outfitters

When it comes to vintage denim, patchwork jeans often get written off. However, with the resurgence of old Levi's, it's time to reconsider the style. For a casual retro look, just style them with a straw hat, a white crop top and wedge sandals.

Get the look:
+ Ecote Geo Straw Boater Hat
+ L*Space Summer Of Love Crop Top
+ Mango Patchwork Jeans
+ ASOS Patchwork Boyfriend Jeans
+ Jeffrey Campbell Ankle Wrap Wedge

Weekend Style Inspiration From Alexa Chung

Photos via: Alexa Chung Directory

Alexa Chung is serving up major style inspiration for a low-key weekend look. Try a graphic tee of your choice tucked into high-waisted jeans with a deconstructed asymmetrical hem and finish off the outfit with round retro sunglasses, a crossbody bag and velvet Mary Jane flats.

Get te look:
+ Maui Jim Nahiku Sunglasses
+ UO Stussy Classic Logo Tee
+ Missguided Riot Step Hem Jeans
+ Topshop Moto Seam Detail Mom Jeans
+ Rochas Floral Embroidered Flats

How To Wear A Jumpsuit Like Bella Hadid

Photo via: Who What Wear

A one and done look with either a dress or a jumpsuit is ideal for the warmer weather. Throw it on and you're finished! We're getting major inspiration from Bella Hadid's lightweight, corseted jumpsuit. Pair it with some retro sunglasses and white sneakers. Oh, and don't forget the sleek bun, too.

Get the look:
+ Mango Round Sunglasses
+ Reformation Pace Jumpsuit
+ Reformation Warner Jumpsuit
+ ASOS Destiny Sneakers
+ Lacoste Helaine Runner Sneakers

Street Style: This Retro Silhouette Got A Modern Update

Photo via: Buro 24/7

We are wild about this modern take on the crop top and jeans look from the '70s. This street style babe stuns in oversized round sunglasses, a wrap-style gingham print top, high-waisted jeans and a red satchel.

Get the look:
+ Marc Jacobs Round Sunglasses
+ Mato Off-Shoulder Gingham Blouse
+ Temperley London Tie Front Shirt
+ Phase 3 Zip Leather Crossbody Bag
+ J Brand Maria High Rise Flare Jeans

Street Style: How To Mix And Match Color Block Pieces

Photo via: Harper's Bazaar

If you're looking to liven up your wardrobe for spring, you've come to the right place. This street style stunner has the art of mixing and matching bold color block items down pat. Her bright, mirrored cat-eye sunglasses fit in seamlessly with her retro-style striped dress and mini crossbody bag with color block details.

Get the look:
+ Le Specs Mirrored Sunglasses
+ Kenzo Colorblock Stripe Dress
+ Rebecca Minkoff Stripe Dress
+ Clover Canyon Autumn Stripe Dress
+ Badgley Mischka Colorblock Bag

A Mini Skirt Look To Try Before Summer Is Over

Photo via: Garance Doré

This style inspiration is perfect for those lingering hot and steamy days left of the season. Model and stylist Victoria Sekrier was snapped in retro cat-eye sunglasses, a short-sleeved white knit, white mini skirt, Mansur Gavriel bucket bag, and slide sandals. Her effortless wavy bob undeniably completes the minimal look.

Get the look:
+ RetroSuperFuture Versilia Sunglasses
+ Frame Le Crew Ribbed Cotton-Jersey Top
+ Mansur Gavriel Leather Bucket Bag
+ Stella McCartney Stretch-Cady Mini Skirt
+ Sol Sana Jobe Croc Slide Sandals

Street Style: A Romantic Way To Style An Off-The-Shoulder Dress

Photo via: Sandra Semburg 

We are so grateful that we happened to stumble upon this retro-inspired romantic summer look. We absolutely adore how this street style stunner styles her flirty off-the-shoulder dress with cat-eye sunglasses, a small nude bag and bold orange espadrille wedge sandals for a fun pop of color. This look can easily take you from daytime to nighttime.

Get the look:
+ Wildfox Catfarer Deluxe Sunglasses
+ ASOS Off Shoulder Button Dress
+ Daniele Nicole Mini Tote Bag
+ Franco Sarto Espadrille Wedge
+ Azure Antoine Espadrille Wedge

The New Way To Wear Your Midi Dress

Photo via: Vogue

We've worn them with denim jackets and we've worn them with cardigans, but now layering a patterned maxi dress over a simple white t-shirt is all the rage. All you need is a cool tote, retro-inspired sunglasses, and a pair of metallic block heeled shoes to get this look.

Get the look:
+ Quay Muse Fade Sunglasses
+ Three Dots Short Sleeve Tee
+ Queene And Belle Embroidered Dress
+ Cult Gaia Bamboo Ark Bag
+ Rebecca Minkoff Brooke Mary Jane Pumps

You've Got To Try This Corset And Vintage Tee Combo

Photos via: Reformation

Thanks to Reformation we found a new way to wear the corset trend. Best part is, it involves another favorite of the moment: a vintage tee. Complete with jeans, a pair of retro sunglasses, statement earrings, and a classic bag.

Get the look:
+ Retro Oval Sunglasses
+ Arc Hoop Earrings
+ Getting Started Tee
+ Cynthia Corset
+ Cropped Cigarette Jeans

The One Accessory Fashion Girls Will Be Wearing to the Beach

Photos via: @nisi | @pernilleteisbaek

There's one accessory that all fashion girls will be spotted wearing at the beach this season: white sunglasses. From modern cat-eye styles to retro-inspired round designs, a pair of white shades is guaranteed to make any look instantly cooler. We found all the best options to shop online. Scoop up a pair (or two) before your first beach day.