Runway Floral Fashion For Less

We’ve all seen the bright and vibrant floral patterns all over the runway this spring, from DKNY to Chanel to Dolce and Gabbana, featured everywhere from Vogue to Elle Magazine. We’re all about getting that runway look for less- and loving it!

What's the perfect way to get the floral look for less without depleting your entire week’s paycheck? Accessorizing! Brightly colored scarves from Tolani, Sir Alistair Rai and Matta NY add the perfect floral touch everytime. Fun flowering rings and bracelets from Kenneth Jay Lane or nOir Jewelry kick it up a notch. Clutches from Orla Kiely with ‘60s flower power prints are perfect with jeans.

Celebrities all over have been spotted rocking these floral favorites, including Whitney Port, Jessica Alba (who is seen in her Tolani scarves nearly every week), Zoe Saldana (show below), Lauren Conrad, Sarah Jessica Parker and so many more.

Zoe Saldana in DKNY

Angelically Liberating with Matta

As I peruse all the frilly, vibrant colour palettes and styles of Matta's sweet, "angelically-infused" scarves, I can't help imagining myself copping one in every single texture, design, and ombre-styled hue, sweeping it around my neck, while retreating to one of my personal, laidback "ultra-chill" spots and unwinding with a cup of tea, or possibly a glass of wine at hand. As silly as it may sound, these are one of the little, heavenly images I like to make for myself when I find precious, chic pieces that inspire me.

It's no doubt how Cristina Gitti, founder and designer of Matta, prides herself on spot-on, uniquely handmade designs, which prove that each and every piece brings along something quite special to the table. I can't seem to place my finger on it-- whether it's the use of colours, especially the light ombre, transitioning shades of mauve or citrus, frilly, pom pom features of Matta's Dupatta scarves, or simply the designer's overall approach to free-flowing, beautiful designs that each reflect Gitti's inspirations through her many travels.

Nowadays, whenever I make my little fashion "personal, must-have" purchases I tend to place a bit more thought and emphasis into what I buy, not so much on whether it's the new trend of the season (so I must have it), but rather the quality, thought, and special beauty that were established in it's work. While many of us at one point or another used to be fashion "pack rats" for the sake of our wardrobes (I know I have!), it's a much better feeling these days to actually appreciate a timeless piece of fashion that possesses some character and come away feeling fulfilled with an exceptional purchase -- and Gitti's Matta scarves simply convey these thoughts of mine in every sense of the word.

Her scarves are quite rare to come by, but luckily, I was able to scope a range of gorgeous ones at Creative Contrast, with many priced lower than other retailers. Thank the heavens! Matta, you will be mine!


By Lauren Baluyo, Contributing Blogger

Check out Matta's Colors, Class and Timeless Style!

"Matta is fresh, timeless and liberating. Matta is a combination of a simple style and endless possibilities." That's exactly what I think. I absolutely love Matta. Not only are the scarves soft, (made from cotton or wool) they're a great layer to add to every outfit and the colors are amazing! They've been seen on celebrities such as Jennifer Aniston, Meryl Streep, Rebecca Gayheart and more. Their scarves are classy, timeless, but still totally fun and stylish. I posted some of my favorites below- take a look!