Summer Solstice

In celebration of the Summer Solstice today which marks the official first day of summer, here are some super sweet summer-y fashion and beauty finds that I've got my eye on:

1. Embellished tunic :: Tory Burch

2. iPad case :: Kate Spade

3. Chevron tie belt :: J. Crew

4. Yellow nail polish :: NARS x Thakoon

5. Candy coloured watch :: Nixon

6. Tie-dye maxi dress :: Mango

7. Ikat print jeans :: Joe's Jeans

8. Pink mirrored aviators :: DSQUARED2

9. Beach perfume :: Bobbi Brown

10. One-shoulder one-piece :: We Are Handsome

11. Surf hair spray :: Bumble and bumble

12. Serape flatforms :: Roxy

13. Tribal print M.A.C. clutch :: Rebecca Minkoff

14. Espadrilles :: Soludos x Mara Hoffman

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Mara Hoffman

Subsequent to my last post whereby I shared my affinity for all things Mexican, it only makes sense that I feature Mara Hoffman's Spring/Summer 2012 ready-to-wear collection, which was heavily influenced by Mexican culture.

Hoffman is a New York based designer renowned for her eccentric and kaleidoscopic prints said to be inspired by mythology, nature, magic and world travel. Her S/S 2012 RTW collection features serape textiles, Otomi embroidery, dia de los meurtos (day of the dead) designs and bold tribal patterns. The Mexican influence is also apparent in the model's hairstyles, which are very "Frida Kahlo". I am drawn to bohemian-feel of the entire collection, which includes jumpsuits, airy dresses and caftans, statement necklaces and big bold wedges. Given a choice, I'll take one of each please. 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

:: Designer Mara Hoffman & her little bambino ::

images via nymag