Designer Spotlight: Mara Hoffman

New York-based designer Mara Hoffman has made a name for herself in the fashion world due to her unique, distinctive prints and incredible use of color.

vent-back dress (in store, sizes xs-m)

Her prints and silhouettes are inspired by mythology, nature, and her travels around the world.

Two maxis from Mara Hoffman's most recent collection (in store now)

Before her Spring 2014 runway show, Mara used phrases like "Rainbow warrior" to describe the vibrant prints of this season.

Bikinis by Mara Hoffman in store (sizes xs-m)

Mara Hoffman's spring 2014 line is comfortable, elegant, and like nothing else you'll see. Come see our wide selection of Mara Hoffman in stock now!

More Mara Hoffman looks from SS14

jersey poncho (in store; one size fits all!)

Two more of the latest maxi dresses (in store, sizes xs-m)

Photo credit:

http://glance.apps.zappos.com/collections/826-pattern-play-wallpaper-dresses?ref=product-headline

http://www.marahoffman.com/blog/2013/07/22/resort-swim-2014-runway-show-2/

http://www.marahoffman.com/beaded-neck-maxi-dress-4

http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374306418067&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524446664597&site_refer=AFF001&mid=13816&siteID=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-luNFvszu0KgNI5L3CZXKCw&LScreativeid=1&LSlinkid=10&LSoid=289813

http://www.marahoffman.com/poncho-3

http://www.revolveclothing.com/DisplayProduct.jsp?product=MARA-WD197&c=Dresses&s=C

http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=29507357&cm_mmc=CJ-_-Affiliates-_-ShopStyle.com-_-11292623&utm_medium=ShopStyle.com&utm_source=AFFILIATES&utm_content=ShopStyle.com

Trend Report: Opposites Attract

Black and white has been a popular combination for a few years now. This spring, we’ve seen the combination take the form of stripes...everywhere! We saw it this week on the red carpet at the Golden Globes:

Allison Williams in Alexander McQueen

All over the runways:

                 Peter Som                                         Nicole Miller

                 Moschino                                            Marc Jacobs

Oscar de la Renta

And on celebrities and stylists:

Olivia Wilde, Chloe Moretz, and Nichole Richie wearing stripes 

                 Cara Delevingne                            blogger Tuula

                        Eva Mendes                             Olivia Wilde

 The good news is, we have several black-and-white options in stock right now!

This t-bags option can be worn as a dress or a skirt!

This beaded Madison Marcus tank can be worn perfectly with a blazer and jeans or tucked into a skirt.

This BB Dakota skirt is easy to wear to work or out at night.

These black-and-white BB Dakota cardigans are perfect for wearing now.

The best thing about the black-and-white combo is that it can be worn with so many things!  A patterned tank or cardigan can be worn with black wax denim right now or worn into spring with a brightly colored pair of jeans.  A striped skirt can be worn with a solid blouse or tee for spring but can also be paired with a textured sweater and tights to be worn now.  It’s an easy-to-wear, classic print that can be worn year round. What more could you ask for?

Photo sources:

http://www.pinterest.com/annaandalice09/trend-report-opposites-attract/

http://www.bbdakota.com

http://www.tbagslosangeles.com/ 

http://www.thegloss.com/2013/09/14/fashion/biggest-trend-nyfw-spring-2014/

http://www.hollywire.com/2013/03/gotta-have-it-5-must-have-fashion-trends-spring

http://apartment34.com/2013/08/trend-spotting-best-of-black-white-stripes/

http://blog.luxemi.com/2012/12/24/luxemis-top-10-new-years-resolutions-for-2013/oscar-de-la-renta-stripes-spring-rtw-2013-black-and-white-stripe-trend-fashion/

http://lottiebeth.wordpress.com/2013/01/12/tricky-trend-alert-black-white/