Let’s have some fun this spring! Clothes shouldn’t be so no-nonsense, even when it comes to a special investment buy. As much as I love neutrals, I’m getting charmed by funky patchwork, wacky lettering, and crazy print-and-color combinations. Show that you don’t take yourself too seriously with a curious statement piece that can have a giggle at itself.
1) Versus Patchwork Cotton-Blend Dress: Homespun floral patchwork gets super-flirty with modern touches, like the sharp, white collar, slight racer-back, and asymmetrical lines. On Net-a-Porter for $1,025.
2) Moschino Printed Cotton Jacket: In classic Moschino fashion, this print is all over the place. But with fine tailoring and feminine details, the sheet music, peace sign, and tattoo-esque roses all come together seamlessly. On Net-a-Porter for $2,765.
3) Altuzarra Tropical Bird Print V-Neck Dress: If you can’t make it to the tropics, well, bring the rainforest to you. These parrots talk back – and with perforated leather trim, they say, “Polly has some style!” Available for pre-order at Barneys New York for $1,800 (expect delivery in April).
4) Emilio Pucci Patchwork-Print Silk Charmeuse Skirt: Like a collection of beautiful scarves, this flowing skirt comes together with a wildness that is breezy and unchallenging. Available for pre-order on Luisa Via Roma for $2,963 (for arrival by March 31st).
5) Missoni Ruffled Viscose Knit Bathing Suit: So Rihanna might be the only person on the planet who can pull this off – and I’m talking strictly in music video-land. But there’s still something about this wildly ruffled bikini that makes me smile. Maybe it’s the fact that it reminds me of Charro? Available for pre-order on Luisa Via Roma for $450 (for arrival by March 31st).
