favorite collections: isabel marant spring '13

The last time we collectively embraced boho-glam as the aesthetic du jour, Rachel Zoe was dressing Nicole Richie, Lindsay Lohan and Mischa Barton in fur vests and oversized sunglasses, and we were all obsessed with Sienna Miller's effortless hippie chic. This era was followed by a more grunge-focused period in which we traded in our paisleys for plaids and our bangles for studded wrap bracelets. In light of fashionista favorite Isabel Marant's spring 2013 collection, I predict a bohemian fashion revival and, as a self-declared flower child, I could not be more stoked. The details from this show are a refreshing change from the more minimalist It collections we have pined after the past few years and I am ready to rock all of them!

First: the shoes. They are both bad ass rock'n'roll and look super comfortable in the 2 1/2" inch heel variation. I am currently on the prowl for an affordable take on these studded beauties, but so far everything is slightly over my budget (see these and these, both Jeffrey Campbell). Might have to make an exception...

Next: the patterns. You already know about my current obsession with all things tropical, a trend that was not overlooked in this collection. Exotic florals in black, white and red take form in effortless mini dresses, embroidered skinny jeans and silk blouses. There are also paisley prints (my all time favorite!) in blues, purples and reds seen on a stunning quilted coat and numerous flouncy dresses and peasant tops.

Last: the delicate jewelry. I am known to pile on the chunky bracelets and load up my digits with rings, but I am totally drawn to the simple jewelry styling in this collection. A thin brass choker paired with a doubled up chain is just the right amount of bling for sticky summer nights. 

[images: vogue.com]

Are you ready to embrace the boho revival?

Peace, Love and Neon,
Marisa

street style: coachella

One day I'll be at Coachella...

but today, I have Mr. Newton to take me there.

love the native american details

these necklaces are all sick

big floppy hats are a must

extra points for prada

fuchsia + red = winning color combo

thoughts on the jumpsuit?

mr. newton at coachella

photos for harper's bazaar and his site

Peace, Love and Neon,

Marisa

editorialized: candy colored beach dreamin'

{foam magazine outtakes, via studded hearts}

the model, zippora seven, is featured in the urban outfitters catalogues.

two great pics i never saw in person when the catalogues came out.

also via studded hearts.

{march '11}

{november '10}

Peace, Love and Neon,

Marisa

from my closet: spring '11 resurrections

With my spring clothing budget looking to be spent only on dresses for formals and (dare I say it) GRADUATION, it's time to go recessionista chic and shop my closet for this season's trends. What goes around does indeed come around and this time the 70s are back in the form of platforms, bellbottoms, John Lennon glasses and cool blues and whites. A flower child myself, these pieces have been long-time lingerers of my closet and will once again see the light of day. (Now that the long-awaited spring is finallyyyy here.) 

Here's what I found:

{white blazer, garance doré}

I bought a white blazer from Zara a couple years back but wore it only a few times before stowing it away with my glittery leopard halter and homemade denim bermuda shorts. I guess it has something to do with the fact that I felt like a mad scientist ever time I'd try it on. Lucky for my cute little blazer, spring '11 says, "Bring on the lab wear!" and bring it on I shall. Maybe even with a pair of cropped white jeans? Now we're talkin' spring's other sartorial demand: MONOCHROME.

{denim flares, unknown}

My first pair of designer jeans were super-flared Seven Brands with lime green pocket stitching. Short and lazy 15 year-old me never got around to hemming them and before I knew it, I became a strictly skinny jeans kinda gal, sending the Sevens straight to the back of my denim drawer. Inspired by my newfound appreciation for 70s-style bellbottoms, I finally had these babies shorted last month and have been rocking them with heels ever since.

{turquoise nails, the man repeller et moi}

After reading today's Man Repeller post, I was reminded of the most amazing turquoise nail polish I sported much of spring '10 after spontaneously purchasing a bottle from an H&M in Amsterdam. (That picture of my toes was taken in Sevilla. Adorbs, huh?!) I've already painted my nails this color today and I'm pumped to make it my go-to color for the second spring in a row.

{black kork-ease platforms, zappos}

I was fortunate enough to snag these babies from a Teen Vogue closet giveaway on one of my last days as an intern there a few summers back. I wasn't so keen on them at first but became a quick convert when I realized that they are the most comfortable height-boosting shoes in existence. Conveniently for me, flatforms are the sandal of choice this season and come next month I'll be running all over NYC in these guys.

{rockin' round sunnies in paris}

These badboys hail from a tiny vintage store in Rome my friends and I discovered last year on my 21st birthday. We all found absolute gems in that shop that day, including my favorite navy quilted, chain link bag. (Also pictured) I sported these sunglasses today for the first time in months, SEASONS even, and I won't be putting them away any time soon.

What items from your wardrobe will you be resurrecting this spring?

Tell me in the comments!

Peace, Love and Neon,

Marisa

prized possessions: gypset style

I've been obsessed with Julia Chaplin's Gypset Style since my friend Rebecca gifted it to me for my birthday this year. She knew I had to have it when she saw it, she told me, and she was not lying.

But what is "gypset" exactly? Chaplin explains in the book's intro:

"Gypset is an approach to life that fuses the wild and unconventional ethos of a gypsy with the sophistication and speed of the jet set. It's a lifestyle that crosses high and low--a surfer who is also a fashion designer, an artist who traded the go-go New York City art world for Bali's low-key tropical shores, a jewelry designer who would rather work out of a town in Mexico than in the über-chic Saint-Germain-des-Prés."

This coffee table book explores the origins of the gypset lifestyle and the lives of those fortunate few who have elected to set up camp in seaside bungalows and tree houses wearing designer caftans and piles of bangles and silver and turquoise, producing gorgeous sun-kissed children and living like they're on a permanent vacation. Not too shabby, huh?

Here are some pictures from the book via Assouline Publishing and Factio Magazine. Check out Assouline's other gorgous books on fashion, art, travel and the like here.

Peace, Love and Neon,
Marisa

editorialized: sasha for free people

Looks like Free People is stepping up their editorial game--and shoot budget. The April 2011 catalogue features not only supder duper model Sasha Pivovarova, but also exotic animals like peacocks, baby leopards and baby Siberian tigers. Amazing jewelry with these looks and I'm loving all the long flowy skirts. Can't wait to see the whole thing!

The photos and video below are via Fashion Gone Rogue.

Check out this 33-second behind the scenes video of the shoot. Sasha's so freakin' adorable!

Peace, Love and Neon,

Marisa

one picture: hippie chic at fashion week

{photo by mr. newton for harper's bazaar}

Poring through fashion week street style slideshows, I've amassed a hefty collection of saved images on my desktop. This one, despite knock-out look after knock-out look, stopped me in my tracks. The chick is speaking my language: hippie fur coat, turban, vintage tee, colorful scarf, perfect skinnies and beat up black boots. Put a fork in me, I'm done!

A major FW street style post to come. Hint: everyone's been wearing NEONS AND BRIGHTS!!

...and happy MARCH! Exactly one week till my 22nd birthday!!

Peace, Love and Neon,

Marisa

styling tip: jewel-toned fairy tale

Sea of Shoes posted these photos a couple weeks ago, and I am head over heels for both the color combo of yellow, teal, green and fuchsia, and the stunningly ethereal quality of the pictures. Enjoy!

Peace, Love and Neon,
Marisa