By Sade Lythcott
In our ever watchful eye for combing through Instagram, we spotted the trend of heavy golding. Fashion designer Rachel Roy (@Rachel_Roy), Fashion model turned blogger Alexandra Spencer (@4thandbleeker) & style mavens Erica & Lauren from HonestlyWTF all were spotted during Fashion Week sporting the have it now bold chunky gold bangles. You can make this mix and match look your own with a little help from eBay.
![Shop Like an Insider: Rachel Ashwell’s Tips for a Shabby Chic Home
By Lexi Green
Since 1989, when Rachel Ashwell opened up her first furniture store in Santa Monica, California, she’s owned the look we know as “shabby chic.” Slipcovered sofas, gilded wrought iron chandeliers, pastel-painted coffee tables, and faded floral bedding are all hallmarks of an aesthetic that may be timeworn, but has certainly stood the test of time. Here, Rachel shares her five tips for achieving her signature style.
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1) Palette is Primary: “You’ll never find a bright red or dark black room with me. I use white and pink quite a bit, but you don’t necessarily have to always stick to those colors! I also often use raspberry or teal to give a room a pop. But, a subdued palette is key.”
2) Organized Chaos is OK: “I have stuff everywhere—mood boards, pin boards, swatches of fabric… But, all of my stuff is organized. On the flip side, no one wants to walk into a very orderly room and feel like they can’t touch anything. So, make your stuff, even if there is a lot of it, organized.”
3) Lighting is Everything:“I always love to have highs and lows when it comes to lighting—standing lamps, table lamps, chandeliers… Make it dim or make it bright.”
4) Always in Bloom:“You can get a set of glamorous fresh flowers from some hoity-toity fresh flower shop or you can just go to your backyard and get some branches off of a tree. To me fresh flowers say, ‘recent living’—someone’s been in that room and lived there. I like a room that feels that way.”
5) Make it Smell Lovely, Too: “Never something overpowering. I love subtle scents like vanilla or fig.”
We grabbed some items off of eBay to match some of Rachel’s favorite flea market finds to help you design your own shabby chic room:
1. Crystal Chandelier / 2. China Cabinet / 3. Rose Lamps / 4. Distressed Wood Bench / 5. Vintage Hand Painted Tray](http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m5krpotoLq1r8o3vyo1_1280.jpg)
By Lexi Green
Since 1989, when Rachel Ashwell opened up her first furniture store in Santa Monica, California, she’s owned the look we know as “shabby chic.” Slipcovered sofas, gilded wrought iron chandeliers, pastel-painted coffee tables, and faded floral bedding are all hallmarks of an aesthetic that may be timeworn, but has certainly stood the test of time. Here, Rachel shares her five tips for achieving her signature style.
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1) Palette is Primary: “You’ll never find a bright red or dark black room with me. I use white and pink quite a bit, but you don’t necessarily have to always stick to those colors! I also often use raspberry or teal to give a room a pop. But, a subdued palette is key.”
2) Organized Chaos is OK: “I have stuff everywhere—mood boards, pin boards, swatches of fabric… But, all of my stuff is organized. On the flip side, no one wants to walk into a very orderly room and feel like they can’t touch anything. So, make your stuff, even if there is a lot of it, organized.”
3) Lighting is Everything:“I always love to have highs and lows when it comes to lighting—standing lamps, table lamps, chandeliers… Make it dim or make it bright.”
4) Always in Bloom:“You can get a set of glamorous fresh flowers from some hoity-toity fresh flower shop or you can just go to your backyard and get some branches off of a tree. To me fresh flowers say, ‘recent living’—someone’s been in that room and lived there. I like a room that feels that way.”
5) Make it Smell Lovely, Too: “Never something overpowering. I love subtle scents like vanilla or fig.”
We grabbed some items off of eBay to match some of Rachel’s favorite flea market finds to help you design your own shabby chic room:
1. Crystal Chandelier / 2. China Cabinet / 3. Rose Lamps / 4. Distressed Wood Bench / 5. Vintage Hand Painted Tray
![Get Inspired By: Scandinavian Décor
By Marni Elyse Katz
Scandinavian design is known for its spare aesthetic, featuring pieces that are designed to be functional and stylish at the same time. As an antidote to the region’s long and dark winters, interiors and furniture from the region tend to be bright, playful and light.
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Brighten up your home with these new and vintage Scandinavian pieces now for sale on eBay.
1. Georg Jensen Arne Jacobsen Cutlery / 2. Stelton Modern Vacuum Mug / 3. Louis Poulsen Ceiling Lamp / 4. Danish Mid Century Modern Desk / 5. Danish Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair / 6. Ferm LIVING Blanket](http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m5krygSQRW1r8o3vyo1_1280.jpg)
By Marni Elyse Katz
Scandinavian design is known for its spare aesthetic, featuring pieces that are designed to be functional and stylish at the same time. As an antidote to the region’s long and dark winters, interiors and furniture from the region tend to be bright, playful and light.
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Brighten up your home with these new and vintage Scandinavian pieces now for sale on eBay.
1. Georg Jensen Arne Jacobsen Cutlery / 2. Stelton Modern Vacuum Mug / 3. Louis Poulsen Ceiling Lamp / 4. Danish Mid Century Modern Desk / 5. Danish Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair / 6. Ferm LIVING Blanket
![Goodbye Antlers, Hello Horn
By Emily Hsieh
While the antler craze of the last five years seems to have finally reached its peak, horn—in less literal, more sophisticated iterations—is holding steady in fashion and design circles. We’ve been spotting it in unexpected forms like watch bands and place settings as well as in perennially stylish plates and bowls.
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Create a vibe that’s at once timeless and trendy with jewelry, accessories and tabletop pieces made from horn.
1. Buffalo Horn Necklaces / 2. Handmade Decorative Horn Bowls / 3. Horn Bracelets / 4. Antique Horn Flatware / 5. Natural Horn Buttons
Photo courtesy of Orange and Pear](http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m5krux9HJs1r8o3vyo1_500.jpg)
By Emily Hsieh
While the antler craze of the last five years seems to have finally reached its peak, horn—in less literal, more sophisticated iterations—is holding steady in fashion and design circles. We’ve been spotting it in unexpected forms like watch bands and place settings as well as in perennially stylish plates and bowls.
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Create a vibe that’s at once timeless and trendy with jewelry, accessories and tabletop pieces made from horn.
1. Buffalo Horn Necklaces / 2. Handmade Decorative Horn Bowls / 3. Horn Bracelets / 4. Antique Horn Flatware / 5. Natural Horn Buttons
Photo courtesy of Orange and Pear
![Runway to Real Life: Accessory Ideas Stolen from Spring’s Shows
By Chris Frey
Designers send plenty of accessories down the runway that are doubtless created purely for show. But then there are the pieces, like these, that merit some real world attention. In lieu of it-bags and wait-listed shoes, we bring you the accessories we felt were worthy of a sartorial second glance.
1. Pouch Belts as seen at Michael Kors. Dare we say fanny pack? Call it what you will; this utilitarian piece can look chic.
2. Jet Bead Necklaces as seen at Oscar de la Renta. Black jet bead necklaces played against bold color. When layered the impact is even stronger.
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3. Silver Ankle Boots as seen at Chanel. Substantial sandals or sleek booties are an unexpected seasonal choice.
4. Rimless Sunglasses as seen at Phillip Lim. We love the idea of busting out of our classic aviators rut with a sleek colored lens.
Photo from left: Spring 2012: Michael Kors (photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week), Oscar de la Renta (photo by Peter Michael Dills/Getty Images), Chanel (photo by Kristy Sparow/Getty Images), 3.1 Phillip Lim (photo by Chelsea Lauren/Getty Images)](http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m5krkhmoHz1r8o3vyo1_1280.jpg)
By Chris Frey
Designers send plenty of accessories down the runway that are doubtless created purely for show. But then there are the pieces, like these, that merit some real world attention. In lieu of it-bags and wait-listed shoes, we bring you the accessories we felt were worthy of a sartorial second glance.
1. Pouch Belts as seen at Michael Kors. Dare we say fanny pack? Call it what you will; this utilitarian piece can look chic.
2. Jet Bead Necklaces as seen at Oscar de la Renta. Black jet bead necklaces played against bold color. When layered the impact is even stronger.
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3. Silver Ankle Boots as seen at Chanel. Substantial sandals or sleek booties are an unexpected seasonal choice.
4. Rimless Sunglasses as seen at Phillip Lim. We love the idea of busting out of our classic aviators rut with a sleek colored lens.
Photo from left: Spring 2012: Michael Kors (photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week), Oscar de la Renta (photo by Peter Michael Dills/Getty Images), Chanel (photo by Kristy Sparow/Getty Images), 3.1 Phillip Lim (photo by Chelsea Lauren/Getty Images)
![Shop Like an Insider: Twenty8Twelve’s Elsa Elphick
By Bee-Shyuan Chang
The London-based contemporary line Twenty8Twelve is entering a new chapter with designer Elsa Elphick. Elphick, a Harrow School of Art alum, has been the head designer for a few seasons already, and beginning with the Fall 2012 collection, is officially running the show. We chatted with the native of the seaside town of Penarth, South Wales on fall inspiration, personal style icons and spring shopping.
Q: The Twenty8Twelve brand is based in London. Do you take inspiration from the local street style you see?
A: We always refer to youth culture and ways of dressing, but usually from the past. When I look at my youth, I feel as though I spent the whole time trying to stand out.
[MORE]Q: Who are some modern day style icons that stand out, or just always seem to get it right?
A: Tilda Swinton, who I think always looks incredible. She can carry off avant-garde like it’s a pair of comfortable pajamas.
Q: On your own personal style… How would you describe it?
A: Black bob and a lipstick. The rest is a uniform of monochrome comfort.
Q: Have you shopped eBay before?
A: Constantly. I usually hover over my husband’s shoulder; he is permanently attached to it! He recently bought me beautiful Savile Row jodhpurs and even a Land Rover last year.
Here are some eBay items inspired by Elsa’s favorite searches and product obsessions:
1. Jodphurs / 2. Oversized pattern sweater / 3. Strapless dress with peplum / 4. Chunky cable knit sweater / 5. Vintage shirt dress
Photo courtesy of Twenty8Twelve](http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m5krgif3SR1r8o3vyo1_1280.jpg)
By Bee-Shyuan Chang
The London-based contemporary line Twenty8Twelve is entering a new chapter with designer Elsa Elphick. Elphick, a Harrow School of Art alum, has been the head designer for a few seasons already, and beginning with the Fall 2012 collection, is officially running the show. We chatted with the native of the seaside town of Penarth, South Wales on fall inspiration, personal style icons and spring shopping.
Q: The Twenty8Twelve brand is based in London. Do you take inspiration from the local street style you see?
A: We always refer to youth culture and ways of dressing, but usually from the past. When I look at my youth, I feel as though I spent the whole time trying to stand out.
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Q: Who are some modern day style icons that stand out, or just always seem to get it right?
A: Tilda Swinton, who I think always looks incredible. She can carry off avant-garde like it’s a pair of comfortable pajamas.
Q: On your own personal style… How would you describe it?
A: Black bob and a lipstick. The rest is a uniform of monochrome comfort.
Q: Have you shopped eBay before?
A: Constantly. I usually hover over my husband’s shoulder; he is permanently attached to it! He recently bought me beautiful Savile Row jodhpurs and even a Land Rover last year.
Here are some eBay items inspired by Elsa’s favorite searches and product obsessions:
1. Jodphurs / 2. Oversized pattern sweater / 3. Strapless dress with peplum / 4. Chunky cable knit sweater / 5. Vintage shirt dress
Photo courtesy of Twenty8Twelve
![Chasing Skirts
By Jen Smith
There’s no skirtin’ around the fact that spring’s key piece is, well, the skirt. Maxi, knee-length, flouncy or straight—even a mini will do. Skirts are a refreshing alternative to the dresses and colored denim of the last few seasons. They’re wildly versatile too—a single style can be all-business, drop-dead sexy or playful, depending on what you put on the top.
Shop our favorite skirt styles of the season on eBay:
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1. Feather skirts / 2. Maxi skirts / 3. Leather pencil skirts / 4. Floral printed skirts
Spring 2012: Louis Vuitton (photo by Dominique Charriau/WireImage), Marc Jacobs (photo by Karl Prouse/Catwalking/Getty Images), Ralph Lauren (photo by Karl Prouse/Catwalking/Getty Images)](http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m5kr9x4tRG1r8o3vyo1_r1_1280.jpg)
By Jen Smith
There’s no skirtin’ around the fact that spring’s key piece is, well, the skirt. Maxi, knee-length, flouncy or straight—even a mini will do. Skirts are a refreshing alternative to the dresses and colored denim of the last few seasons. They’re wildly versatile too—a single style can be all-business, drop-dead sexy or playful, depending on what you put on the top.
Shop our favorite skirt styles of the season on eBay:
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1. Feather skirts / 2. Maxi skirts / 3. Leather pencil skirts / 4. Floral printed skirts
Spring 2012: Louis Vuitton (photo by Dominique Charriau/WireImage), Marc Jacobs (photo by Karl Prouse/Catwalking/Getty Images), Ralph Lauren (photo by Karl Prouse/Catwalking/Getty Images)
