If you follow us on Instagram, you’ll already know that this past week we received our first shipment from LA line Wkshp at the shop, and we’ve been swooning over it ever since. It’s one of the many new lines we’ll be bringing in this season, and we’re incredibly excited about the simple and soft silhouettes, and the bold, colourful graphics. With a great price point (the tees are generally $50-60) and a number of amazing options, we’ll be receiving the line monthly from now on, and are looking forward to styling it for you.
We’ve had a number of requests for more ‘Outfitted’ posts, so as we began to receive our Spring pieces (and trust me, February is going to be packed with new deliveries), we’ll be sharing as much as we can here on the blog. For today, here are a couple of the styles we received this week, plus a number of our current favourite accessories that are perfect for layering.
Now's the perfect time to get creative with transitional dressing, mixing Spring's pastels and bright with neutrals and layers
We love the graphic print on this tee and the textured mix of blues and greens offset by the white outline
A wool cowl is a great way to winterize an outfit, especially with a brooch or pin to liven it up
Pistachio hues are popping up on our nails, and on this La Raffinerie necklace, with golds and a bright blue bracelet from Lauren ELan
Add bright punches of pink and yellow to an otherwise black and grey palette
A hand-dyed silk scarf by Denj is such a great way to add colour, especially offset by gold baubles by Lauren Elan
Loving the ombre fade effect in this graphic print
MIA loafers are always a great way to finish off an outfit, and Butter London's 'Black Knight' adds that always-essential dash of sparkle
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]
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]
Leopard and floral are definitely our two favourite prints of the year! We’ve decided to put them up against each other to see who comes out on top! We love our feminine and whimsical floral prints, especially when contrasted with dark leather or chunky accessories but we also love our leopard to add a fun punch to every outfit whether it’s a scarf for a day of shopping or a mini dress for a night out on the town. This may be a cruel and impossible decision for some to make but we want to know which is your favourite? Can you choose?
Indulging our love for pastels once again, Wildfox’s Spring collection for the White Label is cleverly named ‘Pony Tale’ and filled with airy knits, whimsical prints and a pale palette.
“… we might not be able to play with Barbies and Rainbow Brite, or create fantasy worlds in plastic castles on the floor, but we can do all those grown up things we dreamed of when we were little girls.
We can wear a lavender mini dress with flouncy sleeves and sparkling stars, we can kiss boys and run down the beach at night, we can fall asleep on the sofa with all our girlfriends watching 80′s movies, we can wear high heels and have wild adventures and, if we want, we can see the world.
The things we lose are not really lost, they shaped us growing up and still exist as fairy tales waiting to come true.”
[images via ilovewildfox]
As the cold weather begins I find it harder and harder to be inspired and creative with my outfits. The ladies below have proven that winter looks can still be very fun to assemble, especially with the addition of a fun winter coat. As much as I hate the thought of the winter extending until May, I think I’m now ready for some snow!
[images via pintrest]
Okay, it’s official: Our love affair with pastels has begun.
[images: jill stuart s/s 12 sampaign / via studded hearts]
I have a soft spot for both NYC and LA, both being cities that I travel to relatively frequently on buying trips, and I love how different they are from each other. Where NYC is fast paced, LA is laid back and it’s interesting to compare the differences in lifestyle and fashion. I like to think that Bicyclette draws inspiration from both (with a little Paris thrown into the mix), and caters to girls who would associate their personal style with both cities. Free People‘s new January catalogue captures the essence of each city spot on, and it’s fun to view the images side by side and dream up stories of both characters.
So the question is, are you an NYC or LA girl?
[images via freepeople blog]
Another colour-related question for the masses as I try to decide between red and blue for a skirt and dress style. Hard choices, I know.
Now that 2012 is upon us, we’re in full new year planning mode, and getting ready for the upcoming Spring season. By the end of the week we’re expecting a delivery that’s full of accessories that will take us into the next season, and we’re most excited for these neon skinny belts. We’re picturing them worn right now, layered over neutral knits for a pop of bright colour.
[background image via oracle fox]
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