EmbroiderMe

Details can come in all shapes and sizes when it comes to fashion. And the details begin with embroidery--the handicraft of decorating pieces of clothing with needle and thread incorporating other materials like metal strips, beads, sequins etc... The possibilities are endless. Take for instance, these embroidered pieces from Blackbird Attic below:

Green parkas are SO in right now, you guys. 

Free People Jans Pirate Booty Green Parka Jacket I Size Small I $32

Floral details in a mauvy tone make this button up shirt perfect to wear for any season.

Free People Born Free Button Up Shirt I Size XS I $19.99

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The embroidery on the sides of these Free People jeans add a cool contrast to an otherwise run of the mill medium wash skinny. 

Free People Embroidered Side Jeans I Size 27" I $19.99

Accessorize with this belt for a casual day outfit and add in a pop of really cool detail.

Ann Taylor LOFT Beaded Brown Leather BELT I Medium I $7.50

Don't forget to stop and smell the details!

Also, if you'd like to win a $30 gift card to our shop, just use the hashtag: #BlackbirdAttic30 to enter to win! That's like SO easy, right?

TTFN,

Dress Radiantly in Orchid

The 2014 pantone color of the year is radiant orchid.

Radiant Orchid blooms with confidence and magical warmth that intrigues the eye and sparks the imagination. It is an expressive, creative and embracing purple—one that draws you in with its beguiling charm. A captivating harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones, Radiant Orchid emanates great joy, love and health.

Seen across the runways in New York, Paris and London we can't help but fall in love with this absolutely perfect Spring color palette. Described as a captivating, magical, enigmatic purple, and considering no two people see color alike, we went brighter and richer (because we can, natch) with the pieces of clothing we chose for inspiration currently available at Blackbird Attic:

Cable & Gauge Cardigan ( Medium | $11.50)  Kenar Black Cut Out Dress ( 4 | $18.00 ) Spike Necklace ( $9.99 ) *New* Sunglasses ( $9.99 )

Bebe Trench Coat  ( Small-Medium | $29.99)  Wet Seal Black Floral Dress ( Small | $12.50 )  *New* Sunglasses ( $9.99 ) Ann Taylor Loft Black Heels ( 7.5 | $14.50 )

Merona Ruffle Tank ( Small | $7.50)  Refuge High Waist Pants ( 14 | $12.50 ) Malan Breton Black Chain Purse ( $22 ) *New* Sunglasses ( $9.99 ) Ann Taylor Loft Black Heels ( 7.5 | $14.50 )

Sunglasses ( $9.99) Handmade Fabric Bows ( $3.50 ) Also available as headband

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One thing is for sure, we will definitely be stocking up our closet with this cheery color for the remainder of the year.

TTFN,

Total Eclipse of the Hearts

There are many strong feelings surrounding Valentine's Day. Many call it a Hallmark holiday, and for others it's a time when they pull out all of the stops to show the one they love how special they are. While the Taylor Swift's of the world will be singing about broken hearts and failed relationships, many of us ladies will prepare for a romantical date night with our significant others. AKA a perfect excuse to buy a new outfit!

Accessorize your V-day outfit with a pair of earrings. One pair $6 or three for $15.

Heart on your sleeve, left to right Delia’s s $ 10, Mrena s $12.50, Hurley s $10

F21 lace s $11, Ann Taylor Loft m/8 $14, Necklace $7, Charlotte Russe black pants 6 $8

Forever 21, m-l $13.50

Handmade oversize scarf $14, gloves $5

Trixxi xs-s $13.50

Happy Shopping and Happy Valentine's Day!

Warm Cozy Knits

This time of year, especially in the Northeast, it's nice to curl up in front of the fire place, sipping on hot cocoa (five marshmallows minimum) in a warm, comfy, cozy sweater. Men and women alike have many styles to choose from slouchy and vintage to fitted and modern. One thing is for sure is that patterns and stripes are a must.

Ann Taylor Stripe Sweater, $19.99 Size Medium.

Ann Taylor Stripe Sweater, $19.99 Size Medium.

Men's H&M Gray Sweater with Scarf, $9.99

Men's H&M Gray Sweater with Scarf, $9.99

Vintage BATSU Red White Sweater, $14.99

Vintage BATSU Red White Sweater, $14.99

Happy Shopping!