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Salvatore Ferragamo Resort Wear 2012

fashion September 07, 2011

I've always wondered how resort wear is defined exactly. While surfing the net, I came across an article about resort wear : it is one of many new genres of clothing, and is now being specified on cruises and for destination weddings. Just think crisp and cool pieces that look chic in an outdoor tropical setting, on a resort, or beach and you'll have a better idea of what resort wear really is. I love that it is so relaxed yet still glam and fabulous. It has become a style that signifies relaxation, affluence, and an appreciation of nature, and displays a sense of style and class for the wearer.

Colors

Colors for resort wear include brights. Magenta, turquoise, yellow, and white all look fabulous near the water.

Prints

Along with color, prints are popular. Think tribal and large floral prints, along with embroidery and ikat (a craft in which one tie-dyes and weaves yarn to create an intricately designed fabric) details.

Fabrics

Cool fabrics like linen and cotton are the most popular materials for resort wear.

Accessories

Resort wear can consist of a bright maxi dress or white sundress, but the key is to dress it up with jewelry. Large statement necklaces or a gold cuff give a plain dress a chic twist that makes it perfect for resort wear.

Men

Men should make like JFK at the beach. Lightweight button-up shirts, loose twill or linen pants rolled up create a chic, comfortable look.

Shoes

Women should wear wedges or a flat leather sandal. Metallic flourishes add pizazz without looking over-the-top. Men should opt for a boat shoe or a loafer.
(from: http://www.ehow.com/facts_5007282_definition-resort-wear.html)
Read more about resort wear here. :)

Some of the collections that I love are the Rachel Zoe Resort collection (blogged about this, read here. :), and I think the Gucci Spring 2011 collection (read it here) can pass off for resort wear as well.

I recently stumbled upon the Salvatore Ferragamo Resort 2012 collection. It is just fab and glam! I absolutely love all the pieces!

Here are my favorites:

images from elle.com

Maybe I'll specify a resort wear dresscode for my (future) wedding. hehe. :)

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The Rachel Zoe Resort 2012 Collection

70's trend June 01, 2011

Rachel Zoe has unveiled her latest Resort 2012 collection, and I must say, the pieces are gorgeous. Although I don't love love all the pieces, there some that I really like, some of which I will probably save in a little collection of photos for future fashion inspiration. The collection gives off a kind of 70's feel (which is very spring 2011) with the flare pants and the dresses. The way the models were styled is very Rachel Zoe, and the collection itself is reminiscent of her style.

Rachel in some of her outfits. I think much of this style has rubbed off on her Resort 2012
collection.

Some of the pieces from the Rachel Zoe Resort 2012 collection.

Beige or tan has always worked well with white. I love this set : so chic and sophisticated.
And so 70's! (the dresses!) I love the beige top on the jeans, and I think my pair of
wedges looks much like the white shoes on model (third outfit).

The very resort feel as translated in splashes of color. I personally would love to try on the
maxi skirt trend, looks fun and chic! I'm not that tall, but we'll see if I can pull it off. :) Maybe I
can just wear very high clogs. :) Very relaxed, very fun and chic.

I love the crispness of the white. White, in my opinion, always has the resort feel because
its cool, clean and airy. It is a canvass for accessorizing. See the 70's flair (or flare. hehe)
in the jeans right there? These can pass off as corporate chic looks.

Rachel's take on the LBD. See the dress on the left (first outfit)? Much like the dress we had

in our first collection (picture below : this was part of collection on our online shop. check us

out!)

Miss essentials : first collection. Check us out on Facebook and Multiply.
(link in sidebar)

♥

Rache

(photocredits : style.com)

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