06.26.2008 Fashion Trends in Paris Sizzle!

 Hi Shoppers! It’s Ava and I want you to know about my exciting trip for Loehmann’s to Paris! 

As I sat in the outdoor cafe drinking my espresso and indulging in a fresh chocolate croissant, I was able to take in the style and sounds of the wonderful city of Paris!!   A city rich in history, culture and style; it is for sure, one of my most favorite cities to visit.  There are a ton of great department and specialty stores to shop, fantastic restaurants and many places to visit at all hours of the day! 

I shopped the stores and the market and there were a few trends that I kept seeing. The three major ones were: the return of nature theme, the whole boho/Indian inspired look and then, vintage looks. 

Nature inspired prints were everywhere: lots of great black and brown animal, Ikat and tribal prints, Navajo, and batik, as well, on both woven and knitted fabrics.  Ombre prints were also everywhere: in knits tops, chiffon dresses and voile blouses. I loved the way Ombre was used in both Astuces and Sinequanone, two lines that I thought did this best. I’ll be keeping my eye out for purchases from them. 

Boho and Indian looks were so popular!  Lots of paisley prints in tops, skirts and in maxi dresses, which I thought looked amazing.    I know here in the States, this trend has translated easily to Peasant tops which look so fabulous and feminine with jeans!  I saw lots of skirts, though which are coming back and I feel will be an important category come spring 2009 so I am planning my buying now. Stella Forest was one of the best that I saw with this look. 

One of my favorite looks was the whole “vintage” look; the pretty feminine look with crochet, lace and ruffles, soft floral prints, ladylike blouses with tie necks and more. They are just so girly and pretty!!  Purples and grays were the colors of choice.  Manoush did this look best.   

I had such a lovely time just feasting on the fashion of this marvelous city.  I enjoy what I do and keeping you updated with my fashion finds.   I can’t wait to get our “Paris looks” into your local Loehmann’s. Then all you have to do is get all pretty in your discounted Loehmann’s finds, have a croissant, and imagine Paris.   

That’s the Loehdown,

Ava