I am all for quirky prints done up in bold color combinations... so I was immediately taken by the brilliant Charlotte Taylor. She's a British designer with an exclusive collection that you may have seen recently while browsing around your local Anthropologie.
Her standout piece has to be the seafoam silk maxi dress covered in a bold red fire ant print. I know it sounds a bit odd, and maybe even slightly disturbing. But who am I kidding, I find the print totally charming! Isn't that what fashion is all about...taking risks and "making it work" (thank you Tim Gunn). The uniquely cut Dromedary Dress has a camel print done up in a thrilling pink and orange color combo. As for the Stilt Striders Skirt...you had me at flamingos. Those leggy pink birds on a rich blue background would go with about 5 pieces that I already have in my wardrobe.
I spent an afternoon browsing her other beautiful designs and playing the short video of her Spring Summer 2012 collection. I am in love with the various mismatched shapes, colors, and prints. The model is uncoventional in the best way with her bright red orange pout and gangly arms n' legs...how appropriately deeee-lightful!
I spent an afternoon browsing her other beautiful designs and playing the short video of her Spring Summer 2012 collection. I am in love with the various mismatched shapes, colors, and prints. The model is uncoventional in the best way with her bright red orange pout and gangly arms n' legs...how appropriately deeee-lightful!
PS Sometimes you just have to take the plunge and try on something that's out of your comfort zone. You may be surprised to find yourself smitten. I am hoping to see lots more of Charlotte Taylor's collection available in the U.S. real soon.
(LINKS: Anthropologie and Charlotte Taylor Ltd.)
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