We’ve been keeping ourselves busy this week with lots of sketching, meetings, brainstorming sessions, prototyping, sourcing, mini field trips and inspiration gathering as we continue to work away on Project 12.3.12. With a lot of details being finalized, it’s exciting to see our ideas form into reality as we check off daily to-do lists and move forward on our timeline.
As I’m sure you noticed, spring is already very much on our minds here at Bicyclette HQ, and we’ve been planning outfits and awaiting new arrivals for weeks now. But inspired by a post on the Free People blog today, our minds have turned to shop displays, and we’ve started brainstorming spring DIYs to transform our space. All it takes is the prospect of a little floral crafting to get us excited, as you can see. Between this post and a few other collection images, I’m starting to love the idea of random, pretty clusters “climbing” the walls.
[images via free people blog]
Chloe is our dreamer, and can often be found wearing feminine silhouettes with whimsical details. With a tendency towards soft palettes and anything adorned with lace, she doesn’t shy away from pretty pieces or anything fairy tale inspired.
[images via pinterest]
Chloe is wearing a Champagne & Strawberry dress with gorgeous lace cutouts, and we’ve added a gold buckle belt in the same colour and a gold pearl and chain necklace to accent it. With a black suede bucket bag from Brave and black tights, we’ve dressed her in an outfit that can be worn now and easily transition into spring.
This is probably one of the most difficult times of year to dress for, when winter is still upon us and yet Spring collections start to trickle in and tease us with their fresh colours and silhouettes. We start to tire of what’s already in our wardrobe and are uninspired by the prospect of countless layers and the more functional necessities that the colder temperatures call for. It can be a good challenge though, taking what you already have in your closet and mixing in newer pieces.
I’ve always had a soft spot for neutral palettes of ivories and greys, and when you add subtle textures, varying fabrics and key accessories, it can be a great way to layer without adding too much bulk. I love this editorial for exactly that reason, and how they’ve created winter-ready outfits with pieces that could transition into warmer months as well.
[images via fashion gone rogue]
Lola is our free-spirited wanderer, with an eclectic style and a penchant for mixing prints and taking risks. She doesn’t shy away from the bold or bright, and her bohemian flair always lends itself to an inspiring palette and mix of pieces.
[images via pinterest]
Lola wears bright Joe’s Jeans in ‘Geranium’, with a graphic printed Lauren Moshi tee layered under a One Teaspoon lace cape. We’ve accessorized her with leopard MIA flats, a leather trim Scout & Catalogue pouch, a stack of mixed bracelets and a statement necklace top it off and add the eclectic elements that she’s recognized for.
After posting about Brigitte Bardot last week we’ve decided to add a regular ‘Monday Muse’ post each week to celebrate women who inspire us. Who better to start off this tradition than the wonderful Jackie Kennedy! She effortlessly mixes her innate grace and beauty with daring and fun pieces that are now both iconic and celebrated worldwide. Most famously she is known for her strawberry pink Chanel suit, the one she wore on the day of her husbands death, which is now regarded as one of the most legendary articles of clothing in America history. One of the most inspiring things about this lovely lady is the way she embodies her femininity in such a strong and courageous way. “I am a woman above everything else.” -Jackie Kennedy
Alice’s style tends towards classic femininity with a chic twist. With a touch of prep and a love for separates, she’s never met a polka dot or pearl she didn’t like.
[images via pinterest]
Alice is channeling our love for pastels with Joe’s skinnies in ‘Thistle’ (the perfect pale purple) and an ivory silk blouse from Champagne & Strawberry that has the prettiest scalloped hem. Layered with a relaxed For Love & Lemons blazer, tangled pearls from Lauren Elan and accented with MIA studded loafers and a vintage purse.
Introducing the Girls of Bicyclette, with today being the first of four. These profiles will tie in over the next couple of months as we reveal more of our project and the details start to come together.
Phoenix is a downtown girl with a flare for cool street style. She makes edgy look effortless with her deconstructed glamour.
[images via pinterest]
As we receive new styles for Spring, we’ll be showcasing them styled in accordance with the personalities of each girl. Today Phoenix layers a Joe’s pullover with leather accents over a punchy polka dot blouse. We paired it with Factory’s vegan leather pencil skirt and added a studded bag and wool hat.
With the new collection of Butter London arriving earlier this week, and some new bracelet options starting to trickle in, we decided to repeat our arm party feature from the summer and load up our wrists for a little accessorizing fiesta. So with a mixture of new options and old favourites, voila!
[all jewellery available at the shop, including pieces from Lauren Elan Collections, Denj, Biko and others]
When the temperatures drop and we’re forced to bundle up, there’s nothing like a bright lip and fun accessories to keep us stylish and warm while we battle the elements.
Keiko Lynn provided us with a little inspiration to do just that, rocking a gorgeous velvet headband from Little Fille (of which we have a few options in the shop) and a hot pink lip (one of our favourite shades, surprise surprise). A pretty perfect pairing to beat these winter blues, if you ask me.
[image via keiko lynn]
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