There always seems to be a trend that constantly comes back for every season, whether it's plaid, polka dots or anything in between there's something that consistently is seen down the runway. Gingham is one of these trends and let's just say I'm quite addicted to it.

Madison East/West Tote | Gingham Tie Front Shirt | Petite Blue Gingham Tube Skirt | Betsey Johnson Black Gingham Heel | Champion Gingham Lace | Apple Green Gingham Bikini | Fossil Gingham Scarf

 

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Since it's the first day of spring, how fitting, I thought I'd share some of my favorite gingham items that will be perfect for this most refreshing season. This trend always seems to take the lead for spring, i.e.; you seem them literally everywhere in picnic accessories, and when it comes to clothing they can make a bold statement. Big crossed-hatched lines can easily be mixed with a bold color or other prints. The main reason I love this trend is because it instantly makes me think of retro glam! Imagine Bridget Bardot or Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz! You can easily find bikinis and dresses that rock this classic print in modern flirty ways and designers have updated the print by mixing it in different colors.

 

What do you think of gingham? Would you mix it into your wardrobe this season?

 

Always,
Mostly Lisa

 

To go on the flipside of my previous post, I thought I'd touch on something that is always fun. Swimsuits. Not just any old swimsuits, but something that has a vintage and retro flair to it. I especially love this swimsuit, photographed in 1953 by Milton Greene. Think swimming in Montauk. You're laying on the beach in a floral, gingham, or plaid checked swimsuit and soaking up the sunrays. Doesn't that sound like heaven? I don't know about you, but I'd rather be anywhere rather than here in Minnesota.

I know what I'll be spending my next paycheck on!

Always,

Mostly Lisa