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3.9.2011
Our Heritage
Utility details have been a major feature of our current spring line that is one of our favorite fashion trends but did you know that this very of-the-moment style has roots in our brand heritage? We were browsing the archives today and ran across this beautiful vintage advertisement for Ann Taylor. This chic safari suit with utility pockets may be from our archives but the utility details it features are timeless.
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2.27.2011
Military Lines
Crisp cleaner more minimal military inspired lines shine in our spring suits like this Femme Tweed Suit. The rosemary color and touchable fabric soften the look. You can further feminize it the addition of our silk trench. Belts are essential for completing the look. Clean leather with subtle gold hardware extends the utility motif. Like this look? Check out our other styling ideas in our “utility details” series.
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2.24.2011
Patch Pockets
We are celebrating different styling takes on “utility details” on our blog. The mix & contrast of sportswear elements like a structured canvas motorcycle jacket layered over a soft metallic shell worn with a romantic antiqued lace tiered skirt is one of our favorite ways to feminize the utility trend. A great pair of lizard pumps and a citrine bag finish the look for us.
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2.23.2011
How Stephanie Wears It
Stephanie, an associate in our Oxford Valley store, wears our Cadet Stripe Sweater, Relaxed Utility Capri Pants, Canvas Strappy Platform Sandal.
“These pants feel amazing, they are extremely soft and drape well-versatile enough for work or my next vacation!”
Enjoy seeing our associates modeling our clothing? Visit our “How We Wear” it tag.
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2.23.2011
Epaulets
Utility inspired silhouettes like this shirt dress transformed in softer, silkier fabrics are are easy way to wear the utility details trend. Pair it with sky high canvas heels like this Iris bootie and then further soften the look with a citrine scarf. A beautiful necklace in a gorgeous antiqued patina finishes the look.
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2.23.2011
Military Pockets
Utility attire strongly inspired our designers this season. A nod to details like epaulets, bronze metal buttons, patch & military pockets and tabs are all part of the aesthetic. The key to wearing these details is in mixing & matching the more structured utility details with soft silhouettes and feminine fabrics. We will be sharing some of our favorite utility pieces and how to wear them. Just visit our tag “utility details” to see all our posts.
We gave this sleeveless utility shirtdress a flattering new length that hits just at the knee and paired it with amazing lace-up booties. Pairing it with our soft ultra-feminine silk trench makes it one of our favorite spring desk-to-date night utility inspired looks. A gorgeous satchel in earth tones and our dazzling Golden Feather necklace complete the outfit.
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2.15.2011
Our Cadet Striped Sweater
We love stripes. They look totally fresh and chic to us-especially in olive in Cadet Striped Sweater.
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2.11.2011
Delicate Fabrics
Our silk utility dress looks utterly chic and feels incredibly comfortable thanks to gorgeous silk and a relaxed attitude.
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