We’re in the midst of buying for Summer ’12 and getting ready to start with Fall, which is always something we look forward to. Searching for new lines, getting our first look at favourite collections and starting to piece together what the overall feel will be at the boutique for that particular season.
One of my appointments this morning was for La La Land, a line from LA that I immediately fell in love with. Perfectly simple silhouettes with fun animal prints? Sign us up.
We’re always excited to bring in new lines, and LA brand Lauren Moshi is no exception. With it’s original prints and incredibly luxe fabrics, it fits in perfectly with the rest of the Bicyclette mix. The simple, comfortable silhouettes and gorgeous hand drawn illustrations mix what we love best and is destined to become a casual favourite.
“Lauren Moshi creates unique pieces that are meticulously crafted in limited quantities. Every mark, every line on every piece is hand drawn by Lauren. Each garment is an original piece of artwork.”
[images via Lauren Moshi]
If you follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, you already know that I (Paige) spent the past few days in LA, and probably got a sneak peek of some of the buying picks and trip snapshots that I’ve been posting. (Side note: Every time I embark on one of these trips I fall in love with my iPhone and it’s photo capabilities all over again. It makes documenting these mini trips such a breeze, and it’s fun to be able to share along the way!).
And so, without further introduction, I’ll let the photos do the talking.
We received three new printed dresses from Charlie Jade, and with the temperature dropping, were inspired to get our layer on and play with different combinations. It’s easy to fall into a rut of the familiar denim and knits, so we wanted to showcase a number of ways that you can still wear your favourite dresses and make them more season appropriate. With a lot of our knits in greys and neutrals, we wanted to feature the perfect pop of colour in each outfit, which is the perfect time to play with prints.
Start with a printed dress. Layer a bright coloured blouse. Toss on a chunky cropped knit. Add a structured purse and a unique necklace.
Start with a patterned maxi dress. Layer a leopard print sweater over. Throw on a cargo jacket. Grab your Fall satchel and printed flats.
Start with a 70s inspired shirt dress. Layer a striped basic over top. Finish with a crochet knit vest. Belt and accessorize with your favourite watch.
And the final instalment of the June Lookbook, and quite possibly my favourite grouping of the bunch due to the lovely bicycles that we used (how fitting) and the feminine outfits. We have an abundance of printed pieces in the shop right now, ranging from traditional florals to stripes, from graphic prints to fun animal prints, from ethnic prints to heart prints, and we’re loving the fun and quirky styling options they lend themselves to.
[Photographer: Sian / Models: Tiffany & Emily/ Bike (on right): Cycle Couture]
How to lounge in the park, Bicyclette style. Bright colours, prints, books and flower crowns.
So… it’s been a week since our last blog post, and we’re feeling pretty guilty, which means that it’s about time to make it up to you and treat you to a stream of amazing content and pretty pictures. We promise. Not only have we been extremely busy at the shop (that’s an understatement), but with not having internet at home and having my phone stolen earlier this week, I’ve felt a little disconnected from the online world. But we’re back now, and that’s all that really matters!
Without further ado, I bring you today’s outfit post, which is a nice indication of some of the new styles that the shop is currently bursting with: playful patterns, luxe silks, cropped silhouettes, and a delightful array of accessories.
Black and white prints, with a little metallic infusion and a touch of the southwest
Just-received lace bandeaus are the perfect layering piece, and gold accents and sunnies are a must
A rosy nude coloured silk crop tee is a staple, and the Biko fringe necklace adds just the right amount of industrial edge
There's no such as thing as too many prints, and this Miu Miu inspired cat print is a current favourite
I think this might be my favourite grouping from the shoot, using the fox mask and the letters and various other props from the store. The girls are wearing two of my favourite printed dresses, styled with faded light denim and the always essential tangled jewellery. Pretty sure this is going to my summer wardrobe, right there!
[Photographer: Sian / Models: Tiffany & Aneta]
It’s a gloomy and grey Monday morning, which I believe calls for some inspiration, in this case from Orla Kiely and her gorgeous 70s-inspired Spring/Summer ’11 shoot. The colour palette and faded sunny tones are perfection, and being a recent member of the girls-with-bangs-club, I’m naturally drawn to the carefree style. Now if only I could get my hair that long. Loving the polka dots and tiny prints. Oh, 70s era inspiration, how I love thee.
[images via orla kiely]
I was delighted when I received a surprise package from Little Fille a few days ago, containing two new pieces from the SS ’11 collection to sample. Bicyclette began stocking the collection of headpieces in the online shop for AW ’10, and we’re looking forward to accessorizing with the new season just as much. Bright colours, prints and bows? Yes, please! For the rest of the lookbook images, take a peek at the Little Fille blog.
[Images via Little Fille]
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