Jun 30 2010
Drawing Straws
Mint Main - 4 weeks ago - Kathryn Lovell
| “The summer night is like a perfection of thought.”
Wallace Stevens, 1879 – 1955 Remember Rumpelstiltskin, the character that spun straw into gold? While that example is a little far fetched, straw is a pretty amazing material. It’s transformed into all sorts of things like bedding, thatching, packaging and of course, summer accessories. Not bad for an agricultural by product. |
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Hat
 Straw has been woven into hats since antiquity to protect against sun stroke. Some of the Asian styles are the least changed forms of head wear in history. A straw fedora is a terrific way to shade your eyes and add a bit of edge to your summer wardrobe. |
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Tote
 Straw totes are a spin off of baskets, which are some of the oldest items woven from straw. The earliest baskets found date back 12,000 years- talk about timeless! |
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Clutch
 What better way to carry your ID, keys and lipgloss all summer than in a seasonal clutch? Wicker is a sturdier weave than straw and lends itself perfectly to structured clutches. |
Jun 17 2010
Solstice Style
Mint Main - 6 weeks ago - Kathryn Lovell
| “Summer afternoon – summer afternoon; to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language. ”
Henry James, 1834 – 1916 Next Monday is summer soltice, the longest day of the year and the official start of summer. With 12 hours of daylight at the equator and 24 hours of daylight in Norway, it’s a long day to dress for. Summer varies so much by location- lightening bugs in the east, Santa Ana winds in the west- you’ll need to plan your outfit accordingly. |
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Chance of Showers
 If you happen to be somewhere where summer storms are common, you’ll want lightweight rain protection. A short belted trench will let you appreciate thunderstorms from the office or the backyard. |
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Chill Factor
 Planning to ring in summer where it’s cool and dry? A moisture wicking active wear jacket will transition you from warm afternoons to brisk nights without a wardrobe change. The fitted style is equally chic with skirts and shorts. |
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Endless Sun
 If worshipping the extended sunshine includes warm temperatures for you, a button front, tunic inspired shirt is a terrific option. Wear it over a tank top and leggings, as a bathing suit cover up or with slim pants to give your shoulders a break from the sun. |
Jun 2 2010
Shirt Dresses
Mint Main - 8 weeks ago - Kathryn Lovell
| “Women dress alike all over the world: they dress to be annoying to other women.”
Elsa Schiaparelli, 1896 – 1973 Shirt dresses may quickly become your new best friends. They go with everything and can be worn to anything. And, with all the variations, it’s almost like a “choose your own adventure” dress. You can have sleeves or not. Slim skirts or full skirts. Full length placket or a half length placket. Let’s not get started on the fabric options- with everything from wool to chiffon, there’s a perfect one waiting for you. The only thing that is required is that it has a front placket and a collar. The rest is up to you. |
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Original
 Utterly decadent in silk with extended shoulders and embroidery details, this one is sincere nod to the 1940s original style. When the weather cools off, slip black tights and a longsleeved undershirt underneath for warmth and wear it all winter. |
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Shape Shifter
 Part of the fun of shirt dresses is their chameleon nature. A chambray version can be just as feminine or a little bit grittier. Try wearing it open as a lightweight jacket over slim pants and a tank top. |
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Boundless
 Office, graduation, BBQ, cocktail reception…in black lace, there is no occasion you won’t have the perfect dress for. Dress it up with heels, dress it down with flat sandals. Mix it up with a different colored slip underneath. |
May 19 2010
Fashionably Flat
Mint Main - 2 months ago - Kathryn Lovell
“Fashion fades, but style is eternal.”
Yves Saint Laurent, 1940 – 2008
This image of Pia Lindstrom and Ingrid Bergman on vacation in 1957 has been on my bulletin board for ages. They seem so relaxed and so chic. And, most importantly this season, they provide proof that flat sandals can be fashionable and comfortable. Sophisticated
Minimal and delicate this is dressy enough for dinner. But the padded rubber sole makes it sturdy enough for daytime.
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Gladiator For the most wearability, look for a gladiator sandal that doesn’t wrap too high up your leg. All of those straps keep your foot secure, so you can safely scramble over rocky terrain or simply take the stairs.
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Flippie
May 5 2010
Fringe Element
Mint Main - 3 months ago - Kathryn Lovell
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I'm Kathryn Lovell, aka "Kathryn the Stylist". I've designed, sewn, repaired and restored. I've been a buyer, merchandiser, sales associate and retail consultant. I've coordinated fashion shows and costumes for theater productions. I've been a key note speaker, emcee and a corporate presenter. And I've been a stylist for almost a decade. Whew!
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