Ultimate Spring Jacket: The White Trench

Burberry

Yes, of course the classic trench coat is always in style, how could it not be with it's timeless fit? But the fashion world is going all out this Spring and filling it's runways with the ever-so-daring WHITE trench coat. Rocking a white trench coat will help you to stand out from all the other fashionistas who are strutting their stuff in bold colors, prints, and floral patterned apparel. Plus side? White goes with anything, it's sophisticated, and will look fabulous against your sun-kissed skin this summer!

The Ya White Trench @ Elodie

White Trench-Spotted on the Runway

Oh So Nautical

Another great piece from Hazel has arrived and it is quite nautical to say the least. Although the main focus on this top was a nautical feel, Hazel definitely kept up their "romantic" touch to this fitted jacket by adding a bit of girly embroidery to outline the jacket.

Season after season we see nautical apparel pop up for the warmer weather-the stripes, whether red or navy, are always so defined and crisp. It is a classic look that helps to bring a bit of elegance to each outfit. Although...for us Minnesotan's, since our warm weather season is a bit too short, you can always pair your nautical pieces with your fall and winter apparel like this fashionista did!

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A Style Icon Knows...

Here is a list of Nina Garcia's 10 definite style basics

• How To Edit- She only buys what she likes and what looks good on her.
• To Invest In "The Bones"- (the classic trench, the little black dress..) and builds from there.
• To Buy With Drama- She goes for that over-the-top, decadent item. If she falls in love, she takes it home.
• The Utmost Importance Of Shoes- Lots of shoes.

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• And The Power Of Accessories- Done just the right way.
• A Good Tailor
• How Not To Be The Fashion Victim- She never buys into the trends and she never carries the "it" bag.
• It Is Not About The Money- She wears her flea market Mexican earrings the same way she would wear her diamonds.
• How To Mix It Up
• How to Be Imperfect- She understands that every day is not a photo shoot. 

Courtesy of Nina's Book of Style

http://www.ninagarcia.com/

Keeping It Casual

Hope you are all having a wonderful and relaxing Saturday! This is one of our current window displays and I think it is the perfect example of what a "casual" Saturday outfit should look like. It is simple, comfy and the ideal outfit for laying around in or running errands.

"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication." ~ Leonardo Da Vinci

Stretching That Hemline

"I have spent a good many seasons watching fashion trends come and go, style myths created and dismantled, hemlines rise and fall. The one solid piece of advice I have to offer is: don't take it all too seriously." ~Nina Garcia

With that being said, why not go out of your comfort zone and try something new this spring?? Slowly but surely we have been seeing the longer hemline creep back into style. It is defining romance all over again and allowing women to get in touch with their inner femininity. Right now we have an adorable Free People maxi skirt in at Elodie, although it has a feminine structure, the print has a little bit of a boho-chic feel to it. These skirts are easy to keep casual and just pair with a baggy t-shirt or tank or you can dress them up with a pair of wedges and a fitted jacket. So I am encouraging all you fashionistas to be bold this season and get yourself a great maxi skirt for spring, after all, fashion truly is about taking chances and having fun!

Here is one of my favorite trend setters sporting a floral printed maxi skirt, looking stylish as ever.

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Elodie Continues to Fight Back- Come Shop and Help Us Fight Cancer

Here at Elodie we are currently helping to fund raise for the University of Minnesota's-Twin Cities Relay for Life.

For those of you who do not know what Relay for Life is....

At the event, different teams will camp out overnight and take turns walking around the track to raise money and awareness to help the American Cancer Society create a world with less cancer and more birthdays. Saving lives from cancer starts with one team, one participant, and one dollar at a time. Each team is doing their part to make sure that cancer never steals another year of anyone's life.

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In support of ACS you can purchase a moon or star at Elodie for just one dollar and have your name displayed at the event. You can also make a donation @ RelayForLife. REMEMBER: The impact we can make together is much greater than what any of us could do alone!

Natural Life Gadgets-Get Inspired

Natural Life is a company filled with free-spirit treasures inspiring us to give, love and laugh.

What is their story??

The owner and creator of Natural Life (Patti) has started this unbelievable line filled with a variety of inspiring gadgets from home decor, to water bottles and even miniature sewing kits! Her inspiration for the new treasures of Natural Life came from her recent family trip to San Miguel, Mexico. After glancing through all their merchandise I felt rather uplifted and was blown away by their inctricate designs and creative ideas! I thought Patti put it quite well, "You'll see our treasures all have the free-spirit style and are irresistable because they are ordinary objects made to make life happier... or they're items that create the perfect gift for someone we love. Let your free-spirit shine... and don't forget, it's the little moments that make life big! " Here are some of the items from Natural Life that we currently have at Elodie.

 

 

If you are in need of a fun and original but thoughtful gift for someone special these items would be the PERFECT match! Afterall, who doesn't need a little reminder every once in a while to just relax and be happy?

 

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