Welcoming All New Prairie Underground

Juno and Jove offers a warm homecoming welcome to our newly arrived Holiday Collection from Prairie Underground. The fabrics and styles were carefully designed with you in mind. Stretchy cotton for phenomenal fit, soft textures for ultimate comfort and style for one and all, these pieces are just what you need to get your Thanksgiving day, Black Friday and holiday preparations on into celebration mode!

Prairie Underground HoodieThis new style, inspired by a fencer’s lamé, is our latest super-crush from Prairie Underground. The Balestra Hoodie features detailed quilting along the front and back panels as well as on the shoulders. The body of the jacket is made of 100% Organic Cotton and its oversized hood and rib-knit cuffs help keep the seasonal chill at bay. Bring on the snowflakes! Also available in Cream.

new prairie underground your orbitFor those of you who already love the Your Orbit style from Prairie Underground, boy have we got a treat for you! The Shawl Orbit is an oh-so-wearable tunic fashioned for comfortable style. A seamed deep V on the front provides a bit of lengthening structure, as does the seaming around each side pocket. Gentle shawl draping at the neckline offers a feminine touch. Long sleeves, a slightly rounded hemline and terry soft interior complete the details. #MadeInUSA

Denim Girdle Leggings

 

Now available, in limited quantities only, is the brand new Emerald color Denim Girdle. These tailored pants offer a smooth, sleek look for the fashionista. A high waist rise and functional gauged metal zipper guarantees comfort with ease. Our promise to you is a pleasing, just-right feel! 96% Cotton, 4% Stretch Yarn.

Prairie Underground dressGood news, the Denim Day dress is now available in a long sleeved version. Here’s the perfect way to translate your favorite jeans into your new favorite dress. The body and relaxed cowl neckline of jersey are contrasted by the stretch-denim skirt and back. Deep pockets provide an added detail in this slim-fitting, deceptively sexy frock.

Prairie Underground DressFor a cold-weather version of one of Prairie Undergrounds’ favorite silhouettes, reach for the Original Mothette. In their signature cozy cotton knit (the same as your favorite hoody), this version of the venerable Mothette is ready for holiday gatherings, and can span the seasons by being worn alone or layered over a turtleneck, or under a cardi. 100% Organic Cotton.

Tell us what your ‘must have’ Prairie piece is for this chilly weather season!

 

 

 

Our Journey Through The Pendleton Mills

Shipping Area

Pendleton Shipping Department

Lucky us! This July, Juno and Jove was the first store to tour the extensive Pendleton Mills in Washuga, Washington, and we’re excited to bring you the deets.

As the oldest continuously operating textile mill in the United States, Pendleton has set the standard for quality, woolen fabrications for almost 150 years. Their company history is intriguing, playing instrumental roles in early U.S. Western expansion, Native American cultural influence, and the Arts and Crafts movement. Still family owned and operated, this stalwart of American manufacturing has recently connected with their newest generation of fans through the  sensational Portland Collection.

Upon beginning the tour, our attention is diverted to a massive warehouse that contains floor-to-ceiling bundles of wool. Some raw, some recycled, each stack has been carefully graded and sorted depending on the type of textile it will become.

The wool has already gone through a duster and series of baths that removed water, dirt and grease. Lanolin, which is actually the recovered grease, is a natural by-product of wool and is used in a plethora of products from cosmetics to pharmaceuticals.

Massive, stainless steel dye vats line along walls in the adjacent warehouse. Each stock dye kettle has a 2000 pound capacity, and temperature and pressure settings are carefully controlled by a sensitive computer to ensure exact duplication of the rich colors which are Pendleton’s signature.

As we enter into the next room, the carding process is in full swing. Dyed wools are being combed into a fine sheet that is then divided into roving, untwisted and soft, thin strands of wool not yet strong enough to weave. To create the subtle shading of heathered wools, many different colored fibers have been previously mixed and then combined during the carding process.

A short distance from this combing procedure line are the endless aisles of spinning machines. This technique involves the twisting of strands, which gives the yarn strength and length. After a bobbin has finished winding the thread, it is removed by hand and steamed to eliminate kinking.

Large, wheeled containers of brightly colored wound spools herald what wonders come next. Walking through rows and rows of mechanical weavers and looms is an awesome experience. The din of machinery is deafening, but the waves of fabric that fall in soft order is mesmerizing. Iconic Pendleton patterns emerge from the looms in a race of stitches. Checked for imperfections by some lovely ladies, they swiftly mend mechanical ooops by hand so that the fabric is able to continue its journey.

The multi-step finishing process includes the measured exposure of heat, moisture, friction and pressure to soften and tighten the fabric before it is ready for tailoring. We were so lucky to come across some of the limited edition patterns from the Portland Collection during this leg of our journey! Yards of the Painted Hills pattern awaited transport to the factory that assembled the Ochoco Pack. The most anticipated fringed Ram’s Horn scarves sat elegantly on the cutting machine. It was fun being one of the first to finger the soft, wooly weave!

Eyeing the beautiful jacquard weaves brought to mind this season’s Wallowa Cardigan, Canyonville Tote handbags, the Dolman Overcoat, Semicircle Skirts and Double Pocket Shirts that are part of our fabulous current offerings at JunoAndJove.com.  How special this trip has been to see how many steps these incredible fabrics go through before making their way to us and then onward to our customers.

Finally, we came to the hand edging and tailoring that was being done on some of the Pendleton robes; the classic blanket that was so integral to the late nineteenth century Native American. An assembly line sews the edges, then the emblematic navy and gold label before it is uniformly folded, tagged, bagged and boxed for future shipping. Watching it all just built up anticipation for future shipments we would receive of these wonderful, USA Made products! #MadeInUSA

Many thanks to Pendleton for their warm hospitality and to TCF for the tour…Juno and Jove is so proud to be the only store in the state of Florida to represent Pendleton’s, The Portland Collection!

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Wine Women and Shoes: An Interview with Our Featured Designer, Koch

Launched in Spring 2010, Koch started with a simple concept – to highlight key accessories with handcrafted details and handprinted fabrics. Now the brand has been fully realized into a complete ready-to-wear collection. Designer Nicole Musselman continues to stay true to her desire to spotlight local artisans. All prints are developed exclusively for the line, and the collection is made, in its entirety, in the United States.

Black and White Tunic with Tree

We recently met up with Nicole as she came to participate with Juno and Jove in the Wine, Women and Shoes event at Sarasota’s Ritz Carlton. The energetic, bubbly blonde wears many hats including businesswoman extraordinaire, fashion designer and mother. Here, she raves about her innovative team, shares with us her deepest inspirations and dishes on her connection to this Florida city.

Navy White Blazer

JJ: Tell us about your team.

Nicole: We work with a great team of women at my office, and I feel so lucky to be surrounded by such smart, strong thinkers. They are an inspiration for our line. Alex, our production manager is a former model, young, creative and energetic. Holly manages all our purchasing and buying. She is a mother of two with impeccable taste and an incredible point of view. Kerry is our CFO and is also the mother of 4 and has an amazing mind. These are three of our key people!

JJ: Tell us about the fabrics employed, as well as your location. What makes Koch different?

Nicole: All of our fabrics are carefully sourced, and we love to mix textures. The signature of the line is its hand-printed fabrics, (which start with my drawings), and are then burned into wooden screens to be hand-printed in Dallas. We use a lot of local artisans and everything is #MadeInUSA.

We office in an area in Dallas, Texas called Bishop Arts which is an incredible, diverse community with a lot of artists.

Dressy Top

JJ: Describe the process and seasons.

Nicole: We have four collections a year. Two major ones, Fall and Spring and two smaller, Summer and Resort. I always start the collection with some sort of inspiration that comes from literature, travel, art or film. Our Spring collection was based on Hugh Holland’s book, “LOCALS ONLY,” which was shot in the 70′s and features skateboard photos in Los Angeles. We also used surf and skateboard graphics for inspiration of the prints. Currently, we are working on a collection that looks at Jack Kerouac’s books, book jackets, settings and characters.

JJ: Who is the Koch customer?

Nicole: The Koch woman to me is  someone who is strong, smart, sexy, independent and funny! Koch is clothing that is designed to move through life with people, making them feel chic, sexy and confident. Our clothing is classically casual, but can also move into nighttime. Clean, with a bit of  bohemian feel and some edginess.

Metallic Top

JJ: How do you choose your vendors?

Nicole: What we all love about Juno and Jove is how professional and easy it is to work with everyone. I have not been to the store, but have heard it is fantastic. I have met Olivia, and I absolutely love her.  She is such an intelligent, beautiful woman with a great eye and an ability to edit with such care. We also love that Juno and Jove recognizes the need to give back, appreciates that our line is made in the United States, and has a conscience when it comes to buying. We can also tell that the customer service is wonderful. All of these things make Juno and Jove a special place to shop and a special business for us to work with…we feel fortunate to be part of their store.

JJ: What are your favorite pieces from the line this season?

Nicole: My favorite pieces from the season are our sweaters. I love our cardigans and live in them over short dresses, with skirts, and with jeans. They always have intarsia (multicolored knitted patterns) on the back with something that represents the foundation of the collection. My favorite is our black cashmere with a camel and an oatmeal cardigan with a Joshua tree…from our fall collection, focused on Bob Dylan.

Long Sleeved Blouse

Inspired by Bob Dylan’s favorite number ’13′, the Ella High Low is a contemporary romantic. #MadeInUSA

JJ: Have you ever been to Sarasota?

Nicole: I am staying at my mother’s home on Casey Key! Although I live in Dallas, Texas and grew up in California my grandmother and grandfather moved to Casey Key in the 50′s and my mother has a home there, too. My father also made Sarasota his home until he died twelve years ago…so I have a longtime love of the area.

JJ:  What do you hope to bring to Wine Women and Shoes as Juno and Jove’s featured designer?

Nicole: I hope I can bring a bit of fun and fashion and my KOCH point of view to Women and Wine…I can’t wait.

November update: Here is a photo from the event. Enjoy!

Koch and Juno and Jove

Koch designer, Nicole Musselman and Olivia Bono of Juno and Jove

Collaborations in Fashion and Music

Professional, artistic collaborations really get our creative juices flowing. The alternatively talented seem to be attracted to each other and connect to compose and construct projects that are as inspiring for the creators as for their audiences.

Some of Juno & Jove’s recent favorite collabs in music and fashion are listed here to share and spark a little inspiration for you… Intermingled you will find a few of our very own!

The wildly popular “Somebody I Used To Know” by Gotye and Kimbra

Organic by John Patrick and Raleigh Denim were recently touted by Vogue magazine for their fashionably forward hip jean 

john patrick and raleigh jeansorganic by john patrick and raleighorganic raleigh denim

The critically acclaimed collaboration between James Blake and Justin Vernon of Bon Iver entitled “Fall Creek Boys Choir” was an underground indie hit

James Blake and Bon Iver

Courtesy of the artist via npr.org

Thom Yorke recently collaborated with Rag and Bone to do their runway program just this past Fashion Week!

Thom Yorke

Thom Yorke photo via http://pitchfork.com

Our featured eyewear collab from last year which sold out very quickly was Pendleton and Shwood…

Sunglasses

This year, Stella McCartney teamed up with the folks at Oliver Peoples to create eco-engineered sunnies for us all to love!

Stella McCartney sunglasses

kensington by ecoskin

Tunic by EcoSkinEvery season we also get to collaborate with our designers. The founder of Juno & Jove, Olivia Bono, regularly consults with designers to brainstorm color ways, styles and future projects that they include in their collections. This season, two of our EcoSkin styles are inspired by Ms. O!

 

No doubt, when folks work together, awesome and positive things happen. What are your favorite artist collaborations?

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Meet Drummond: Q&A With Our Top Shop Dog

 

The dashing “man-about-town” treats us with a sit down and roll over on life on the Juno And Jove team.

Q: First, what an AMAZING head (and body) of hair you have!

A: It’s my signature look…I’m going for something between Arctic Fox and Falcor, but you can only ever work with what you’re born with. To stay looking this clean and maintain my snuggle-factor I only groom with Vellus show products.

Q: Why Vellus?

A: I’m really not interested in smelling like a bowl of fruity oatmeal…Vellus is the only product that leaves me scent-sophisticated and practically glowing white. Seriously, one of my best friends is convinced I’m a mystical, magical creature from another dimension. I enjoy the compliment and I’m going with it.

Q: Is it true that you’ve been with Juno & Jove from the beginning?

A: Absolutely. I’ve participated in growing J&J from a glimmer of an idea in the (and my) Owner’s head into the consciously-courageous, retail company that it is today. I’ve nary missed a meeting in almost 6 years!

Q: What would you say your role is within the company?

A: Let’s just say I’ve had my copy of the executive restroom keys for awhile. As the head of development for Pet Products, I choose and test all of our products for safety, durability and quality. I’m also the company mascot and in-store host so occasionally I model for ads and press. While I do sit in on buying meetings, I leave the decision making process to my Owner…she’s much more discerning when it comes to our clothing selection…admittedly, I’m a sucker for anything that ends up on the floor or in a laundry basket!

Q: How about a lightning round?

A: Aaak! I don’t do well around lightning!

Q: Sorry, I meant a quick-fire question and answer session.

A: (deep sigh of relief) Oh yes, that’s fine…for a second there you had all the hairs on the back of my back on end!

Q: Favorite song?

A: Hey Ya! by OutKast for as long as I can remember, but Flamenco really gets me going…I think it’s all the clapping.

Q: Favorite Food?

A: I’m quite partial to the Megabunni flavor at Sunni Bunni, but I am a SUCKER for some freshly applied coconut oil.

Q: If you were a human celebrity who would you be?

A: Some hot comedian…or maybe just Keanu Reeves.

Q: What inspires you most?

A: It’s a tie between doorbells and squirrels.

Q: New favorite thing?

A: The squirrel shaped Cheerful Pet toy I was gifted last week…it’s divine!

 

 

Taylor’s Closet: One of Our Favorite Charities

Taylor's Closet FounderOne of Juno & Jove’s favorite charities is Taylor’s Closet, founded by 21-year-old Lindsay Giambattista, which helps build self-esteem in girls who have been abused. We recently caught up with Lindsay G. and asked her all about the charity and what it means to be a finalist in the Seventeen Magazine Pretty Amazing Contest.

How did it all start?

In December of 2005, a 14-year-old girl from Fort Lauderdale had an idea to give some less fortunate girls a little hope and a little love by allowing them to shop for clothes – cool ones, the latest fashions – for free!

I prayed. And I asked some of my friends to do the same. Before I knew it, I had more than 50 bags of new and like-new clothing stacked up, floor-to-ceiling, in my room. That year, we put together a make-shift “store” aboard a yacht in the local Christmas boat parade where 20 or so young girls in foster care could come in and feel something special. That effort blossomed into an actual store, which now serves girls all over South Florida as a model for affiliated efforts around the country.

Tell us about Taylor’s Closet.Model

What happens in Taylor’s Closet is remarkable. Girls who have been abused, injured or who are just basically suffering from a lifetime of hopelessness come into our store and find out that someone cares – that all these beautiful new, designer clothes are there for them – completely free.

And then something happens to them. Walls start to drop. Attitudes become softer. Conversations take place. Love happens. Hope happens. You almost have to see it to believe the transformation.

Taylor’s Closet provides love and hope to girls in need through a shopping experience. Each girl can come to our store once a month and leaves with three pieces of brand new designer clothing, valued at $150. But even more she leaves feeling loved and valued.

Tell us more about the growth of Taylor’s Closet since its inception.

Taylor’s Closet opened its first store in 2006. It was a 500 square foot store that was housed with gently used clothing. In 2008, a 4200 square foot store was donated to us and after, a $250,000 renovation. The renovation project became a community project here in South Florida. Everything was donated. Today we are able to see 80 girls a month in our shopping programs and we will mentor 30 girls through our Awaken Mentoring Program.

Tell us about you.

Well, I’m a 21-year-old student who also runs a non-profit! I absolutely love fashion; it’s what makes me tick. But, I also have a love for anything related to art and design. Painting, restoring furniture, photography. Anyone who knows me will tell you, I’m a big hugger and I absolutely love food – it’s my favorite way to connect with people. I could bond with the Mona Lisa if we shared a meal together.

Tell us about the weekly workshops you offer the girls.

Model

“At-risk” can mean all kinds of things. It can mean your parents have thrown you out of the house to live on the streets. It could mean you don’t have parents at all. It could mean addictive behaviors. It often means abuse – emotional, physical & sexual. It could mean foster care or pre-foster care. It could mean you’ve lost your home and family to tragedy in another country. It could mean you just don’t have anywhere else to turn.

To us the words “at risk” mean something a little different. To us those words are a call to reach into these girls’ lives and extend – in a genuine way – a hand to demonstrate the love of God. We started doing something that had been in our hearts since Taylor’s Closet was first born. We asked a handful of girls if they would like to “do family” with us. For a period of time, we would commit ourselves to teaching and nurturing – not out of books – but out of our lives.

We teach, we learn. We get to see deeper into their lives as they see deeper into ours. We get to call out the hidden dreams in each of them. And then we move to activate them. That’s why we call it Awaken.

  • Art Classes
  • Sewing Classes
  • Cooking Classes
  • Life Skills Training

ModelWhat are some of Taylor’s Closet’s biggest achievements?

Tell us about your employees/volunteers?

We currently have six paid staff members and four staff members that volunteer their time. We are all very close and often hang out outside of work. We eat lunch everyday together as a staff. We also take a weekend trip out of town each quarter to bond and get away.

In addition we have over 200 volunteer hours a month. We could never see all the girls we see if it weren’t for our volunteers. We love them and appreciate them so much.

How do you choose the girls?Taylor's Closet Model

We work with about 30 local agencies here in South Florida who specialize in working with teenage girls.  Each girl must be referred by an agency to shop at Taylor’s Closet. Each girl has an appointment to shop with us and is assigned a specific stylist (volunteer) to shop with her.

What’s one of the most memorable experiences you’ve had with a client?

Wow, there are so many stories I could tell. I think my most favorite story is when a sweet girl shopped in our store whose mother had just passed in the Haiti earthquake, leaving her in foster care. It was about two weeks after the quake, and her spirit was so fragile. I knew she felt so much loss and pain. I started shopping with her and just making sure she felt so loved. She slowly started getting more comfortable with me, but there was still no smile or even emotion. I hung up all her clothing in her dressing room, and decided it was time for her to try on her pieces. She came out of the dressing room with a beautiful pink sundress on and walked over to the full length mirror. I said she looked absolutely beautiful. On her face erupted an ear-to-ear smile. She started to twirl around in her dress, looking at herself in the mirror. You could just tell for one moment she felt absolutely no pain – she felt gorgeous. She was actually the first girl who ever shopped in our new store. I still see her in the store every once and a while. I’ll never forget her.

ModelWhere do you see Taylor’s Closet in five years?

I have so many ideas for reaching more girls through Taylor’s Closet in the next five years, but my vision is to build upon and perfect our mentoring program like we have with our shopping. We sort of become sisters, moms, and grandmothers to them. In five years, I hope to have a separate location outfitted specifically for the mentoring program where we can open our doors to mentor girls every day – hosting top notch classes for them while giving them a safe place filled with incredible design and loving people. A sort of high-end, but still super-adorable community center. (I don’t like that term, but it gets the point across).

How did you hear about the Seventeen Magazine contest?

I decided to do a Google search for educational scholarships for young entrepreneurs, and the Seventeen Magazine Pretty Amazing Contest popped up! I decided it was at least worth the try! I was so honored to hear they loved what I do enough to make me a finalist!

Tell us more about the contest and your competitors.

Clothing Label

Clothing pictured was donated by Juno & Jove

The contest is an incredible opportunity for a ‘real girl’ to be featured on the cover of Seventeen Magazine and win a 20K scholarship! Seventeen chose 5 girls out of around 25K applicants! We actually all just got back from our trip to New York City hosted by the magazine which was filled with photo shoots, interviews, and makeovers! I am newly a red-head.

My competitors are absolutely amazing. In a sense, I think we all felt like we weren’t actually competitors – more like new friends with a lot in common. In my mind, I look at these girls as inspiring role models! The girls in the running with me are doing amazing things. I honestly can’t wait to see who wins!

Help her win a well-deserved $20,000 scholarship by clicking and casting your vote by August 1, 2012! We’re cheering for you, Lindsay G.!

 

 

The Summer Solstice: Celebration, Vacation and Style Ideas for You

Summer is officially here and we have already started prepping for vacation. Amongst the sunscreen, we suggest packing a light bag and keeping it simple and fresh with color and style. Whether you’ll be riding on horseback or putting a par 4, we have the fashion finds to keep you comfortable and looking great while maintaining a small carbon footprint on the planet.

HatTee Shirt by Stewart + BrownSandalsBathing SuitPantsWristlet

Don’t have plans just yet? Check out these vacation ideas that offer a lighter impact on mother earth from EcoSalon. We promise you, inspiration is not far from your next click.

What does your summer have in store for you? We want to know!

Effects of the BP Oil Spill Two Years Later: A Way To Take Action

April 20, 2010 was a tragic day for the Gulf Coast of Mexico. The oil spilling over the BP Deepwater Horizon oil rig devastated much aquatic life and is a continual cause of adversity to our dolphins, sea turtles and other marine life, over two years later. For a timeline of the events of one of the largest oil spills in the history of the petroleum industry, visit TreeHugger.

To this day, over 600 dolphins have fallen victim to the effects of oil and in this year alone, over 100 have washed up in Louisiana, according to the Herald-Tribune. Another factor is the Loop Current, which connects the Gulf to the Caribbean Sea, the East Coast of the United States and the Atlantic Ocean, making it a critical piece of the fragile ecosystem of the earth.

Juno & Jove Takes Action

Juno & Jove continues in their quest to respect and honor mother earth by supporting Mote Marine Laboratory for the second annual year. Juno & Jove will donate 20 percent of the proceeds of their exclusive day dress by The Podoll’s to the Oil Spill Research and Restoration Fund.  Mote’s research on the waters, coastlines and the wildlife of the Gulf is critical for maintaining a balanced and healthy planet.

Dress Designed by The Podoll's

Exclusively available at Juno & Jove, the Striped Winged Shirt dress is the easy, slip-on dress for hot summer days on the cape or coast. Light and gauzy in hues of sky blue, sand and cream, it’s easy to pair with warm brown, grey or nude tones. The mandarin collar and henley button down neckline makes a perfect frame for a cherished collection of charms and pendants. Most importantly, the drawstring waistline and signature Podoll winged sleeve is flattering for all body types. Made in San Francisco, California by The Podoll’s of 100% natural cotton, this dress is available exclusively in store or online at JunoAndJove.com.

Mote and other educational institutions held the Beyond the Horizon workshop, where prominent issues and solutions were discussed. Restoration efforts by Mote Marine Laboratory include:

  • Risk assessment to determine goals and actions for managing the Gulf
  • Ongoing scientific study of the physical and ecological connections between the sunken shorelines and the barrier islands
  • Establish criteria that will determine how marine protected areas within the Gulf should be used
  • Future plans for regulation, enforcement and monitoring

Sarasota and surrounding areas, this is for you! For a chance to win a pair of tickets to Mote Aquarium, leave a comment here sharing your favorite spot to frequent on the Suncoast.

Mother’s Day Giveaway: The Andean Collection Jewelry

Enter to win this fun and funky jewelry set by The Andean Collection! Perfect for Mom, Auntie, or to keep for yourself. We love these pops of blue and green for the summer!

Andean Collection Bracelet

Polished Tagua Bracelet in Pacific Blue

Andean Collection Earrings

Frida Earrings in Aqua

Andean Collection Necklace

Colorblock Rope Necklace in Aqua

Like Juno & Jove on Facebook and enter to win! Sweepstakes ends on May 13.

Lady Like Fashion is Always In Style

Ladies, you are it! Back in style is a twist on modesty; the silhouettes and grace of an era gone by are revisited and updated for a contemporary look.

Carrie Parry has nailed it. Peter Pan collars; tailored, yet sheer blouses; and graceful, chiffon polka dots are easy to incorporate, mix and match. We love the prim and proper buttoned-up look with a statement necklace or open-necked pullover.

Sheer Layered Shirt Dress, Carrie Parry

Sheer Layered Shirt Dress by Carrie Parry

Sheer Layered Shirt Dress by Carrie Parry

Sheer Layered Shirt Dress by Carrie Parry

Sheer Double Layer Blouse by Carrie Parry

Sheer Double Layer Blouse by Carrie Parry

V-Neck Sleeveless Blouse by Carrie Parry

V-Neck Sleeveless Blouse by Carrie Parry

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ruffles and a floral print? Presenting this mod alternative to a Laura Ashley print, Eairth’s Aeta Ruffled Dress is hand-block printed with the folds of flower stigmas. Knee-length in sheer silk (with a comfy, sewn-in cotton slip) you can belt it perfectly with a pop of orange, sea foam and black beads. Float and be flattered at your next celebratory event this summer!

Aeta Ruffled Dress by Eairth

Aeta Ruffled Dress by Eairth

Pearls for play this season! Thea Grant layers her vintage strands for a chunky, but grand effect while KALOSOMA weaves together leather and pearls to add to your existing wrist collection.

Dense Rosary Pearl Strand Necklace by Thea Grant

Rosary Pearl Multistrand Cuff by Thea Grant

Thea Grant Rosary Pearl Bracelet

Rosary Pearl Multistrand Cuff by Thea Grant

Grey Pearl Bracelet by Kalosoma

Grey Pearl Bracelet by Kalosoma

Don’t forget the shoes. Coclico’s Saturina loafer is comfy and chic; high enough and low enough all at once. Perfectly modern and sundress ready for sauntering through a Parisian garden or down Madison Avenue.

Saturnina by Coclico

Saturnina by Coclico

Saturnina by Coclico, shown with dress

Saturnina by Coclico, shown with dress

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Few of us consider ourselves to be the “lady” Mom always wanted us to be, but it definitely can be fun to dress like her! What are your ways to “dress like a lady”?