A phrase coined in the 1960s and 1970s, flower power has a peaceful meaning--hippies embraced the symbolism by dressing in clothing with embroidered flowers
and vibrant colors, wearing flowers in their hair etc.
Abundant in the Spring, flowers along with pastels can be a great addition to your closet. Blackbird Attic has the following in stock:
Wear with a pair of high-waisted flares and some platforms and you have a groovy outfit.
Anthropologie Edme & Esyllte I Size 8 I $18
This dress is so versatile it's ridiculous--pair with heels and some fancy jewelry for a night out, or with wedge or gladiator sandals for a casual day look.
Anthropologie Lilka Floral Ruffle Dress I Medium I $17.50
I love the color palette within this Free People dress. Have fun with this and wear just as vibrant of colors on your feet and accessories.
Free People Dress I $24.99 I Small-Medium
While I'm not a fan of the black tights in the photo, you can use black accessories to accompany this flowerful frock.
Some of my favorite looks in the entire world are inspired by the "peace and love" era of the 60's and 70's. For the past 10 years or so designers have incorporated "hippie" elements into their collections and dubbed the looks "bohemian." Kate Hudson, Vanessa Hudgens and many more fashion-forward celebs rock this (hopefully) never ending trend that pays homage to a country just wanting to live in harmony (and without bras).
Stores like Free People, Anthropologie and Urban Outfitters are some of the trend-setting places to continue to find up-to-date bohemian looks, and luckily, Blackbird Attic carries many pieces from them.
Style Tip 1: The gray stripe tank will look super cute with a white maxi skirt and brown boots.
There's a a saying that I love, that I've heard, about women and their shoes...a pretty well-known psychologist said that many women are obsessed with purchasing shoes because it's the one item in their closet that doesn't fluctuate in size. It's a satisfying purchase without feeling too fat or too skinny. A step in the right direction, if you will.
Transitioning seasons, booties will be your new BFF. They provide a little bit of warmth as well as a whole lot of style.
Happy Spring! A new season means new items and Blackbird Attic has a plethora of spring-like and on-trend items in the shop. Take a stroll down Main Street in Beacon and pop in for some consignment goodies. Check out what we have in store below:
May flowers have come up early! These beautiful floral trends will brighten up any April showers.
Forever 21 Floral Top, M/L, $12 / Vintage Pendant Necklace, $4.50
Jason Wu for Target Black Pleated Skirt, Size 4, $13.50
There is no better way to celebrate a new fashionable season than with a
spankin' new outfit! Old is new again at Blackbird Attic, with
inspiring vintage pieces that are spring-like and flirty. From a practical pair of kitten heels to a mod soiree to a backyard BBQ there are plenty of things to love this season in the shop:
Vintage Black Silky Floral Dress, Small/Medium, $14.99
Boho-chic is a style of fashion inspired by bohemian and hippie influences. It has been seen since the early 90's and has repeatedly re-surfaced in varying guises. Check out some of our boho-chic pieces here at Blackbird Attic:
This adorable cropped top is the perfect introduction to a boho style! Pair it with anything high-waisted, add plenty of bangles, and slip on a great pair of clogs or wedges. Scroll down to see my favorite Blackbird Attic pair! (Street Flower brown velvet top; $12, L)
This over-sized jacket from Alafoss is neck to calves boho/nordic-chic I suggest wearing it open for an effortlessly chic look. The piece was made in Iceland from 100% pure virgin wool.
(ALAFOSS Icewool Vintage 70's coat; $45, M)
When it comes to boho, accessories are not to be overlooked. Consider adding pieces that reflect the same trend. I chose this fringe satchel to achieve a cohesive look. The bag is a soft, high quality, rich chocolate brown. Wear it cross-body or off your shoulder.
(60's Suede Fringe Bag; $18)
Here are some more options to take boho-chic to the next level.
The first piece is handcrafted by Toony Jewelrey. Long necklaces work best with boho looks and I really like the handmade look of this one (Beaded tassle necklace; $22) Next is another beaded necklace, also handmade with alternating stone and wooden beads. The boho in this one is so easily detectable. Consider matching pieces that are less over-the-top bohemian looking with those that epitomize the trend. This keeps the outfit interesting and it lets you flaunt your creativity (Beaded necklace, on sale $5). Lastly the black braided fringe belt would work well with a maxi skirt, or a long dress ($10).
Lastly, these heels will pull any boho-chic look together! (Mossimo Brown Woven Heels; $13, size 7.5)
If you're interested in purchasing any of these items, e-mail Blackbird Attic. Check back soon for a new trend idea to try!
MICHELLE: Settled in Beacon, NY by way of Rochester and Brooklyn. I opened a consignment shop and gallery called Blackbird Attic in April of 2010 and I'm still goin'. I make soap from scratch and try to pretend I am crafty and can dress well, although I hand off a lot of projects to my husband and I'd be okay living in pajamas.
ALLIE: I’m a sucker for a good sale and my credit card limit has seen better days.I love styling and putting outfits together and I’m a firm believer that you don’t have to spend a million to look like a million. You’ll find me most days wandering around my town, sipping a Chai and day dreaming about writing for a living.
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