Hail the Logo Tee

Designers are taking notice of cheeky sayings and putting them directly onto one of our ultimate casual wardrobe staples; the tee shirt. The logo tee is an easy to wear article that has become a favorite among fashion bloggers, models, and celebrities. The key is turning the simple logo tee into a statement piece.

Play with this vintage look and pair it with distressed denim and complete the ensemble with a pair of rocker heels. Opposites attract and this combination is edgy, yet essentially effortless. For even more juxtaposition, throw on your tee with a leather skirt and flats. As fall draws near, opt for a logo sweatshirt over a pair of cotton or leather leggings. As always, a slogan tee is perfection when paired with jeans. As mentioned earlier, the distressed look is the ultimate for urban chic or sloppily tuck in your tee to a pair of rolled denim and pointed flats.

Take a dressier approach by adding jewels or glam things up with a black blazer or shine in a metallic crop blazer and complete the look with booties. Throw in color by strapping up in a pair of colored pumps. Another effortless option is to combine the tee with an A-line solid skirt. It will flatter your figure while still appearing cool and casual. Lastly, stand up for what you believe in! Everyone loves a tee for a cause! Mix and match your logo or printed tee with almost anything in your closet and you are sure to make low key look lovely!

Smitten with Shawlsmith London

It's that time of the year where the weather is a juxtaposition and one day you are in a mini skirt and the next you are wrapped in cashmere. One way to avoid the wardrobe chaos is to layer. An accessory of choice is the light-weight scarf. Not only does it keep you cozy, but can add color or print to your fall favorites. These oversized scarves can also double as a wrap or a shaw to create different fall looks. Oh, and did we mention the brand is now headed by Katie Banner who majored in fashion merchandising and design at NCSU?

Founded by British entrepreneur Rehman Chaudry, Shawlsmith London is a modern women's accessory brand, specializing in contemporary scarves and premium wraps and shawls. Since the company's inception in 2005, Shawlsmith's collections have furnished full range of design, embodying the free-spirited, yet confident and accomplished woman. The brand seeks to celebrate women's personal style by providing unmatched quality and innovation of design at an attainable price point. Throughout each season, our broad collection offer versatility of sizes, styles and patterns to indulge women of many lifestyles. Unique prints, intricate detail and quality of fabrics are collective signatures of the brand.

The team at Shawlsmith strive to provide flexibility and un-yielding customer service, while also concentrating on building relationships and finding nice pieces that are the right fit for each customer. Shawlsmith London's office and distribution center are located right here in Raleigh! This brand is an eclectic mix of British sophistication and southern charm!

Fall's Peplum Party

It's a trend that has been dominating the runways and seems to be one that is sticking. The peplum has taken over and simply can't be ignored for fall. Not only is this a chic twist on your every-day blouse or top, but it is ridiculously flattering! With so many options and ways to style the peplum top; you can instantly transition from work to play!

A tailored top will be ultimate for your work week. Pair them with a sleek trousers for fall. Wide or skinny pants work with this as well. Go with what feels most comfortable and flatters your shape. Brighten up your otherwise lackluster work attire with a bright pop of color over those black pants. If your office is a little on the conservative side, try a muted patterned peplum top with neutral colors. This exaggerated top is also perfection paired with a pencil skirt. It creates sleek lines and classic style, perfect for the work world.

Distressed denim is another trend that we can't seem to get enough of. Put a peplum top over the relaxed look for a combination of chic and grunge. The combination is amazing and fresh for fall! Add a pointy heel for an effortless but dazzling combination.

Don't hesitate to venture outside of the peplum top trend and opt for a peplum skirt or dress. These pieces are statement pieces and can be as structured or as boho as you would like. Style a skirt with a fitted, sleeveless blouse or plain white tee for warmer temperatures and wear it with a chunky sweater and booties for fall. A figure flattering sheath dress with the addition of a peplum is perfection! Add a chunky necklace or or large earrings.

Add umph to any outfit this fall and get peplum crazed!

Lovers + Friends

Lovers + Friends is for the girl who is a go-getter and fun-seeker. She knows what she wants and isn’t afraid to go after it. She is in the know and on the scene, an early morning riser and late night explorer. She works hard and plays harder. She is a lover and a friend.

Constantly inspired by the laid back Los Angeles lifestyle in which the brand was founded, Lovers + Friend exudes ease and wearability, creating an effortlessly chic look that is California cool. Although our roots are on the west coast our designs grab the attention of fashionista’s worldwide. From Venice beach to the streets of Manhattan, our clothes allow you to go from boho-chic to city sleek in seconds. Whether sporting her flawless blazer look to the office or a flowly floral dress while digging her toes in the sand, she always radiates confidence and grace with a side of sexy.

Some of our favorite celebrities are fans of the brand as well. You can catch Katy Perry, Hilary Duff, and Rihanna rocking Lovers + Friends. We have new fall arrivals coming in and Lovers + Friends articles are going fast. We are loving the simplicity of cotton dresses all the way to the vibrant, fun tops! Stop by to pick up fall essentials! 

Summer to Fall

As August days fly by, we are finding that September is creeping up on us! Fall catalogs are arriving at our doorsteps and store windows fill with vests, sweaters and boots! While NC boasts sweltering summer days well into fall months, we find ourselves asking the question on how to transition? It can be tricky, but you can combine fall and summer pieces for the ideal balance.

Certain colors are acceptable year-round. When in doubt, certain color palettes can work for humid August afternoons or crisp September mornings. Nude tones work well no matter what the season. Try a nude dress with a pop of color cardigan and gold or silver jewelry. A nude pump may become your best friend for the next few months. They are acceptable with most any attire. Black and white a great transitional color combo. It has been hot all season and the trend will continue into autumn months.

Denim is perhaps the easiest to transition. Break out your favorite jeans and throw on a light-knit top or even a summer sweater that is still full of color! A light scarf is the ultimate accessory. Pile it on over any top to update any outfit!

 Don't hesitate to layer! As with the scarf, try an open cardigan or sheer cotton sweatshirt as a casual day look. Structure the outfit with the addition of a blazer. Another hot garment for the season; it can be neutral with a camel or navy color or a vibrant hot pink or red! We are seeing  a rise in the denim jacket trend! Layer it over a silk blouse and shorts or over your maxi.

Don't be afraid to dabble in fall hues with your current closet favorites. Mix in fall signatures such as red, orange, rust or mustard.

Not sure if you are ready to pull out the black or deep chocolate colored bag? Stick to neutral during the transitional months. A nude, taupe or gray will work well against any hue, summer of fall.

We have pre-fall goodies in the store with your fall faves arriving all the time!

The Addison Story

With each and every fall arrival, we can't wait for cooler temperatures and pumpkin latte's to come back! We are receiving cozy sweaters, wax denim, and unique tops that we mix and match for fall fashion perfection. Each week we open new boxes of a brand we love, ADDISON. Don't miss out on these fall favorites in store now! 

ADDISON is a New York City-based label that beckons to a breed of city girls who understand the art and attitude behind creative street-style fashion. Guided by a pretty-meets-gritty aesthetic, their look is always pulled together, yet exudes a distinct edge. From season to season, ADDISON draws inspiration from the lives of these imaginative tastemakers, as well as unique art, music, cinema and design.

Founder and Head Designer Amy Hsiung is Brooklyn-born and currently calls the West Village home. From an early age, she was transfixed by fashion, often altering her own clothes and developed a keen eye for proportion and a renegade sense of personal style. Hsiung attended Parson’s School of Design beforerefining her craft in creative roles at DVF, DKNY, Proenza Schouler and Calvin Klein.

ADDISON creates layerable, refined pieces that artfully fuse together feminine with borrowed-from-boys aesthetics. The goal is to dress ADDISON girls with a polished and casual cool sense of purpose and style.

Pre-Fall Arrivals

We can all agree that we aren't quite ready to hang up our tanks and replaces them with a chunky pull-over. But, the reality is that Anna & Alice is receiving shipments of pre-fall wardrobe options in! We must admit, we love what we see. One garment that is filling our shelves is the light-weight sweater. Turning heads are colorful knits, and wool-blends. The beginning of fall brings light layers and mixing and matching seasonal pieces.

Denim will be your best friend moving forward. Transition with a mid summer top over your denim when a chilly morning won't allow for shorts. If you are adamant on showing off what is left of your summer tan; keep rocking your printed shorts, but add a crocheted sweater for laid back style or dress up the look with a colored blazer. Learn to love your leather! It will surly be a fall favorite and this is another piece that is easily layered for conundrum fall temps. Throw on the rocker-chic jacket for a breezy outside brunch or date-night once the sun has gone down. Sticking with our leather trend; be a style icon in a pair of leather pants (real or faux). These can take the place of your four season old leggings! They are perfect to pair with a comfy tank or bedazzled tunic.

Looking for the ultimate in transitional for a fall bag? Choose a lighter leather such as camel or caramel. They easily blend with many color palettes and are a great seasonal item that can take you through many months at a time. We love a great cross-body or an edgy suede hobo bag with tassels.

Layer it on! We have new all items arriving almost daily! Enjoy our sweaters, denim, scarves and jacket collection for the autumn months ahead!