Showing posts with label trends. Show all posts
Showing posts with label trends. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 1, 2016

Friday, October 30, 2015

Mixed Prints

Mixed prints don't have to be over the top. Try a floral dress with polka dotted footwear for a fun look that isn't over-styled or trying too hard.



We hope your Halloween is filled with chocolate and costume parties.
Have a frightfully fantastic weekend.
To shop this look and much more CLICK HERE.
xxA20

Thursday, October 29, 2015

Print on Print

So many women of late brag to us about not matching when they spent more time mismatching than they would have otherwise. Snooze. Oh, excuse us, we just dozed off. Matchy-matchy is quite of-the-moment and so is mixing separates. Do what feels authentic to you. It's time to have fun with your wardrobe. Don't be a slave to a uniform or what everyone else deems cool.


Shop this look and so much more HERE.
We love you.
xxA20

Thursday, July 30, 2015

Look We Love: Relaxed Slim Denim

With wide legged silhouettes seeing a resurgence in fashion, the relaxed slim denim cuts have become our go-to look this season. From ultra-distressed, slouched shapes to a structured, high rise fit, this is an aesthetic we love in every incarnation.








Shop our current denim selection HERE.
Have a stylish and sunny afternoon.
xxA20

Wednesday, June 10, 2015

Trending

Have you ever wondered where trends originate? Or why designers often have similar collections or looks? The answer is quite simple. Premium and Contemporary level labels receive a book of trends from a company whose exhaustive research of world culture (art, history, film, literature, music, etc.) provides themes, shapes and Pantone color palettes as inspiration. This ensures that designers are relevant to projected market demands. Lower end lines then copy the original designs by their high style counterparts and produce them with unethical labor and low quality fabrication. Clearly, we are advocates for shopping with conscience and investing in lasting styles with an original aesthetic. That said, you can still get designer looks on a budget. The following are a few examples of Premium designer styles with a similar look to our Contemporary labels, many offered within the exact same season.
THE LOOK: Fringe Suede Heels
Aquazzura ($795)

Joie ($285)
THE LOOK: Iridescent Accents 

Chanel Runway ($$$$)


Loeffler Randall bag ($295)
(Coming to A20 in July)

Loeffler Randall Sandal (CLEARANCE - $122.50)

THE LOOK: Tie Detailing

Prabal Gurung ($895)
Tibi ($375)
Coming to A20 in June

 THE LOOK: Cape Back Blazer

Pamela Rolland FW15 Runway ($$$$)

Tibi ($650)
Coming to A20 in June

THE LOOK: Tropical Scenes
Stella Jean ($695)

Joie ($298)

 THE LOOK: Front Vents

The Row ($690)


Tibi (CLEARANCE - $81.25)

In addition to cutting edge trends, we also pride ourselves in carrying timeless styles. One of our favorite examples is our classic pajama.
Audrey Hepburn in Charade (1963)

Only Hearts ($127)


We hope you all are having a lovely June thus far. Stay tuned to A20 on the social media platform of your preference to stay up-to-date on our exciting summer and pre-fall arrivals.
xx 

Monday, January 12, 2015

Look We Love: Golden Globes 2015

We love award season fashion, from new couture trends to larger than life jewels and dreamy couples. Here are our favorites from this year's Golden Globes ceremony last evening.

Let's start with the gentlemen, shall we?



Kit Harington and Matt Bomer were a tie for best dressed with sleek Armani suits in on-trend blue and black.


The best dressed couple award goes to Diane Kruger in Emilia Wickstead and Josh Jackson in Berluti. Her reaction to his win was so precious.


Chrissy Teigen looked fashionable and sexy in her Zuhair Murad gown.


One of our favorite trends of the evening was the color yellow. We think Naomi Watts nailed it in this simple Gucci dress and killer Bulgari necklace.


Our best dressed runner up is Sienna Miller in this unique Miu Miu gown. Look at that detailing!


But then again, she would be radiant in anything.




Our best dressed pick for the evening was definitely Emma Stone in this stunning Lanvin jumpsuit. It strikes the perfect balance of attitude and glamour.


We would be remiss not to mention Amal Alamuddin Clooney in Dior Haute Couture, who is the belle of any ball she attends. She truly is a modern day Audrey Hepburn.


From Tina Fey and Amy Poehler's jokes to George's heartfelt acceptance speech, we love that this actor has found an intelligent, kind and impossibly stylish muse.

Who were your favorites from the evening?
Have a beautiful week! We have loads of new spring arrivals at the shop.
xxA20

Tuesday, January 6, 2015

Look We Love: Dark Florals

We love apparel trends that blend art and culture with fashion. What do you think about incorporating Dutch floral still life paintings into wearable art?


Dries Van Noten runway presentation


Painting by Jan Davidz de Heem


Our Clover Canyon George Bernard Shaw dress, available for online purchase HERE.

We hope your 2015 is off to a glamorous start! Check out some of our latest and greatest spring transition arrivals HERE.
xxA20