digital tribal geometrics

By now you might know that I am a huge fan of prints. Maybe it's because I spent the first six years of my life in a tropical paradise where colorful prints were a staple of everyday dress. So it's totally fitting that I am smitten with the graphic print of Rachel's dress. The colors kind of remind me of African tribal fabrics and the digital stamp is super clever. The thing that I love the most is that Rachel keeps the look simple with understated, anonymous accessories that make the dress stand out even more.

P.S. Do you notice my efforts to keep you cool? I tried to create some digital breeze with my previous post. And, here I offer you a hint of a cool gelato. I hope that you are enjoying the warm weather. X, Tamu

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Casual ● Chic

Inspired by Cristina's look on so many levels! First, I'm a huge fan of rompers. (I also really like the English name for them, play suit. Reminds me of good times.) Her transition of this silk American Retro version into a fall/winter look is brilliant. The layering of seasonal apparel is one of the most amazing things to happen to fashion recently. I personally have so many spring/summer pieces that I can't imagine not wearing year round. Throw them over a pair of leggings, opaque tights, and a cashmere sweater and you are good to go. Another thing that inspires me is her gorgeous vintage Valentino graphic sweater. It totally gets me in the mood for Spring 2010's graphic prints. And it lends a touch of chic to Cristina's casual-cool vibe.

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