Posted on 07 October 2011. Tags: fashion, style, stylephile, trends
By LIN ELLIS
DavidsonNews.net
Recently launched, the Hatch Collection is pure genius. Chic, yet timeless, the line consists of 14 comfortable wardrobe staples that a woman can wear for years & years ~ even when pregnant! An antidote to the typical maternity pieces that are purchased & only worn for months, these pieces are for the style savvy gal in all of us.
the dinner party dress ~
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Posted in fashion, style
Posted on 16 September 2011. Tags: boot straps, boots, fall 2011, fashion, trends
By LIN ELLIS
DavidsonNews.net
We all know the expression “pull yourself up by your boot straps”. But in researching that quote for this post, interestingly enough, its origins are unclear.
What is not unclear is how boot straps are picking up steam as cool accessory for women’s boots. Yes, they are no longer just for biker boots.
Of course, we all know the classic Frye boots with their straps ~
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Posted in fashion, style
Posted on 19 August 2011.
By LIN ELLIS
DavidsonNews.net
The chevron has been trending in fashion & design & appears to be sticking around ~ it is classic, yet bold & makes a graphic statement in a sophisticated & uncomplicated way.

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Posted in decor, fashion, home
Posted on 12 August 2011. Tags: color, forecasting, Pantone, trends
By LIN ELLIS
DavidsonNews.net
The PANTONE® name is known worldwide as the standard language for color communication from designer to manufacturer to retailer to customer. For over 45 years, Pantone has been the innovator in the identification, matching & communication of accurate color matches within all industries.
Every season, Pantone does a trend forecast & selects the key color directives for the fashion, cosmetics & interior design communities.

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Posted in design, fashion