want this now: beetle iridescent

Beetle Iridescent by theneonteaparty featuring real leather purses

adventures in styling: surf bazaar

My ultimate beach blanket fashion fantasy has always included mixed tribal prints and stripes, an armful of bright stringy bracelets, and piled-on ethnic-inspired jewelry. It was these exact elements that inspired this test shoot I styled with photographer Rob Gullixson, model Lacey Nelson and hair/makeup artist Jenni Shaw. Any of these looks would be right at home on a gypsy surfer chick laying on a hammock on the beaches of Tulum. Unfortunately, we had to settle for a studio and some turquoise seamless paper. BUT, I am super happy with the results and truly love each of these looks. 

Now stands the question-- is it really worth it to wear all this jewelry when spending a day in the sand and sea? When the resulting vibes are this fun, I think it's an easy answer.

Peace, Love and Neon,
Marisa

trendspotting: matching short sets

[kirsten dunst in stella mccartney]

Move over rompers, you've got some competition creeping in this summer. Matching shorts sets have announced their presence and I am LOVING it. Although coordinating separates have been on the scene for a couple seasons, they now feel so fresh in sophisticated summer silhouettes. The floral print variations, like the Stella McCartney worn by Kirsten Dunst, above, and Katie Lee's Zara ensemble, below, are especially refined yet completely fun and girly. The best part: these pieces pair together for an easy instant outfit, or can be mixed and matched with other wardrobe staples.

[katie lee in zara]

[kate mara in mulberry]

[bradley agather of luella & june in j.crew]

[kate bosworth in topshop]

[unknown fashionista in zara]

Would you try this mono-patterned look? Tell me, tell me in the comments!

Peace, Love and Neon,

Marisa

charm & chain chronicles: tropical escape

My tropical obsession has carried over to my Charm & Chain work. Are you at all surprised?

I knew I had to curate this sale to include those amazing Elizabeth Cole parrot earrings, Alexis Bittar's monkey collection and Lulu Frost's funny banana earrings. And how awesome is that Kenneth Jay Lane green spike necklace? Love it all! Check out the entire selection on charmandchain.com.

Peace, Love and Neon,
Marisa