FASHION
The idea of flow and movement always relates to some sort of natural magic.
It is the breaking of a stale ideas, position, mindset or energy.
Movement is fleeting energy in motion.
Meet Neri and Manu of the Australian-based clothing label, Ottway. Their collections are all vintage-inspired, unisex and made in limited numbers as part of a commitment to sustainable practice. Each piece has its own story, inspired by nature or their own family history which gives the brand that personal touch that can resonate within us all.
When we think of summer, it’s usually filled with beaches, bathing suits and pretty, flow-y dresses. However, summer looks a bit different this year. While we all do our best to #stayhome, and #staysafe, we are seeing a lot more Loungewear, Joggers and… for the first time, masks? (anyone else feel a bit like Handmaid’s Tale?)
All kidding aside, we wanted to compile some of our favorite fashion trends of this summer. Just because we are staying home, doesn’t mean we can’t look cute doing it.
One of my favorite things to do in a new city is to check out the vintage and thrift store scene so when I was wandering around the Roma Norte area in Mexico City, I was so stoked to find this place. If you’re a vintage clothing fan like me, you MUST stop here.
When April & May rolls around and the music festivals are underway, it's like the kickoff to warmer weather has officially begun. That means the start of effortless chic beach/boho style and all the light cotton layers a gal could ask for.
Festival Season is here! The weather is warming and whether or not you have tickets to the festival, you can still enjoy these Springtime fashion.
Summer calls for color. And as a resident of foggy San Francisco, I admit that I tend to wear too much black. What can I say, sometimes I forget that it’s summer here!
One of the classic summer trends that says so much about our heritage is the nautical summer stripe. In summer, especially around the 4th of July, the perfect holiday outfit is the all American summer stripe.
Get ready for a lot of “Canadian Tuxedos” here on Established California. I adore pairing denim on denim and this look is no exception.
Happy June! Finally time to hit the beach and enjoy this amazing weather. I have teamed up with some amazing brands to share what's in my summer beach bag. Stay tuned because there will be an awesome giveaway coming shortly.
One thing I have started experimenting with more during this past year is mixing prints. For anyone who is slightly terrifying of incorrectly mixing prints, start small. Try this easy look of Lumberjack + Leopard!!
Maxi skirts are the absolute perfect wardrobe item for any wardrobe (but especially in San Francisco). We're chatting about our favorite reasons this staple items needs to be in your wardrobe.
We believe there are many types of Adventures. People are inspired by many different things. Places, fabrics, a landscape, makeup... so we always love it when creative people come together to make magic.
Life is all about taking risks and sometimes those are fashion risks. These risks I'm talking about are in the form of color pops and color combos maybe you thought you'd never do.
There are days when you just want to get dressed up (in something adventurous and bold), and then there are days when you just feel like slipping on your trusty ol' favorite t-shirt and jeans. Lets talk basics!
Pantone released the top hues for spring/summer 2015. With colors like Aquamarine, Scuba Blue, Classic Blue, and Lucite Green, I'm excited to see a bunch of cool colors this spring!
One wardrobe item I always forget about: The Vest. I have multiple and for some reason, they always end up ignored. The vest is such a easy way to add some pizzazz to a simple outfit and make it a bit more interesting.
The Little Black Dress.... one of the most versatile pieces in our closet. Dress it up, dress it down - the possibilities are endless! How do you wear your LBT?
The plaid shirt is a San Francisco staple. Everyone from the “hipsters in the Haight” to the “Marina bros” owns one of these versatile pieces. Its perfect for traveling with and layering during our winters here in SF.
We're starting something new here over on Established California! We're big fans of style and fashion and you often see us talking about brands we adore. Well, we're more than just talk!
When the morning light touches the boardwalk in Venice Beach, California - it could feel as if you have the entire place to yourself. A truely rare moment for the always-populated landmark and visitor destination.
When it comes to winter, it’s all about the layers. Wearing cozy knits, long sweaters, and cashmere scarves while sipping on home made cocoa or a hazelnut latte conjures up the perfect vision of winter, doesn’t it?
California style is an eclectic mix. It's part relaxed bohemian, mixed in with a little edge, combined with colorful, feminine glam. But one thing can be said, there is a definite laid back, yet chic vibe to California style.
Fall is fashion’s favorite season of trends, and the “it” list of accessories far from disappoint. We’ve pulled the season’s appropriate accessories that prove they do not have break the bank to own.
So the good news is that technically it’s still summer for two more weeks. In California, we’re oh-so-lucky to have great weather year round. Up here in NorCal, it’s going to cool significantly in the coming weeks and I can’t lie, I’m pretty ready for fall.
With a fresh perspective of neutral tones, sleek silhouettes and contemporary fabrics, modern minimalism continues to evolve. One of our favorite things about this trend is that you don’t have to spend a lot to get it.
Gone are the days of our mother’s fashion rules that everything must perfectly match. Trends of mixing prints, patterns and graphics is here and it is not going anywhere any time soon.
Summer wedding season is here and choosing the right look (as a guest) it's actually trickier than one might think! The fear of being that overdressed (or underdressed) guest tends to haunt our minds.
We weeded through the trends we know you will never wear, and found some fresh and exciting fashion looks with some classics returning for Spring 2022. Take a look at 3 of the best Spring 2022 fashion trends for women that you will want to wear!