Heritage Brands: Pendleton

The interwebs are abuzz with news that Pendleton is introducing a new line for next fall with slimmer fits, and a more modern look, dubbed the 'Portland Collection'. I'm going back and forth on this one. The early 90's saw a lot of the horse blanket + silver work button look. I'm not sure I'm reay to go back-- what about you?
There is a lot of vintage Pendleton around these days-- some lovely finds (if the nouveau stuff isn't you're cuppa).
Blanket Coat
Purse
Cape

Trend Alert: ankle socks

I have yet to really embrace wearing ankle socks with heels, because I always feel so twee, but it seems like a perfect half-way point between tights and totally bare legs. These Cynthia Rowley styles spotted this morning on Gilt reminded me that it can be a cute look.




(all photos from Cynthia Rowley Legwear sale at Gilt through 4/7 9PM PDT.)

If you've never shopped Gilt before and need an invite, click here.

Trend Alert: Socks with Sandals

I'm off to Portland for the Memorial Day weekend. The weather here in SF has been hot enough for sandals, but Portland is going to be just a tad chillier, and I'd hate to lose the steam my summer is picking up by having to dress for the cold.

Solution?

Socks with Sandals.

Hey - don't hate. Ms. Chloë Sevigny was rockin them at Coachella this year....


And the runway is trying to make believers out of us as well.


(via Because I'm Addicted and Style Frizz)

I'm not totally convinced quite yet (the socks with heels seems like an easy sell, but the socks with birks?)...

But, it is tempting to be able to keep your toes warm while wearing summer fashion. And cover up a gnarly foot in need of a pedi. And think of the tanlines you'll get!