Shop The Trend: Saturated Sorbets

Rebecca Minkoff MAC Clutch

This light pink Rebecca Minkoff bag offers a fresh take on the original by adding hammered silver studs. The leather handbag features a spring-lock flap at the front pocket with metal feet, silver hardware and a zip main compartment closure.

Damen + Division Rosette Necklace

This double-strand, statement necklace features pink rosettes that lend a feminine feel to the piece, coupled with a single gold bead and other vintage accents. Inspired by Prada's Spring 2012 runway, it looks great with lots of this seasons dresses as well as our blood orange J Brands, McQ Lace top and Rag and Bone Newbury booties.

We Are Owls Owl Cage Scarf

Soft, cashmere-gauze scarf with frayed ends, features the image of an owl in a cage.

*36"x 80"x .25"

*100% Cashmere

Rebecca Minkoff Moonstruck Bag

This slouchy pebbled-leather bag features cone studs on the body and handle and a magnetic-snap closure at the front flat with metal logo plate and zip pocket at back. The baby blue color is contrasted by antiqued gold hardware, and the lined interior features zip pockets and two patch pockets.

Equipment Femme Capri Henley

This washed-silk blouse features a fold-over collar and a 6-button closure with a patch pocket at bust and knife pleating at adjustable 3-button cuff. This Henley is a fun departure from your classic button-down blouse, and its dusty turquoise hue flatters any skin tone.

Celebrity Style: Thigh High Slit Dresses

Gwyneth Paltrow on the cover of Elle Magazine September 2011 Issue

The thigh high slit dress is a perfect example of the way trends come and go over time. Some of you may even remember certain celebrities sporting this trend to various red carpet events and A-List parties throughout the years.

Rita Hayworth in the 1946 film, Gilda

Ava Gardner  wearing a strapless, slit dress in the early 1950s 

Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell in the 1953 musical, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes

Throw back to 1994, Elizabeth Hurley wore the famous"safety pin" dress 

Nicole Kidman wearing Dior in 1997

Angelina Jolie at a film premier in August of 2003

Jennifer Aniston at 2010 Golden Globes

Left: Rihanna at the 2012 Grammy Awards, Right: Lea Michele at the 2012 Saga Awards 

Far Left: Karlie Kloss in Anthony Vaccarello Spring 2012 Runway show

 At GAVIN, we believe that the classic thigh high slit dress can be subtly sexy without looking over-the-top provocative; despite what some people say. And as this trend is clearly back in for Spring 2012, we now have a thigh high slit dress of our own at GAVIN. 

This Graham & Spencer Maxi Pleat Dress  features a scoop neckline, cap sleeves and a slit to the right thigh. The fitted silhouette and black jersey fabrication are super flattering. Whether you’re just relaxing or planning a night out, this Graham & Spencer maxi dress has you covered.

Spring 2012 Trend Alert: Florals

Floral prints were all over the runway at the Spring 2012 Ready-to-Wear shows- shown by the collections of Marni, Karen Walker, and Dries Von Noten below. According to Elle Magazine, the Flower Girl trend consists of "bold blossoms in vibrant hues and conspicuous patterns sprung up on the runways, worn head to toe and everywhere else in between."

Models gathered together in their floral prints post-Marni Runway Show

During the Karen Walker Spring 2012 RTW Show

Now let's check out a few of the floral items now at GAVIN...

Elizabeth and James Floral Luxe Pyjama Pant

Graham & Spencer Vintage Floral Tunic Dress

Equipment Femme Robin Rosebud Blouse

We Are Owls Flora & Fauna Scarf

Clover Canyon Folk Stripe Top

This spring, chose from a wide range of floral-themed accessories including the items below (*NOTE: the following items are not sold at GAVIN.)

Floral Accessories

Everywhere I go, stores seem to be carrying spring- spirited floral items, many of which are fairly inexpensive (which is always a plus!)

 Fragrances 

Other floral beauty products...

Queen of digital prints, Mary Katrantzou collaborated with Topshop to create a 10-piece collection comprised primarily of florals and unique prints. 

Photo: courtesy of Topshop

The collection sold out after only a few hours of being availble online. Some of Katrantzou’s signature sculptural “bowl” dresses. The photo below features Poppy Delevingne wearing one of Katrantzou's dresses to a recent red carpet.

Guaranteed to Put You in a Good Mood

 American songwriter, singer, and pianist- Laura Nyro achieved considerable critical acclaim with her own recordings. Her style was a hybrid of New York pop, jazz, gospel, rhythm and blues, show tunes, rock and soul. 

“I’m not interested in conventional limitations when it comes to my songwriting. For instance, I may bring a certain feminist perspective to my songwriting, because that’s how I see life. I’m interested in art, poetry, and music. As that kind of artist, I can do anything. I can say anything. It’s about self-expression. It knows no package - there’s no such thing. That’s what being an artist is.” 

-Laura Nyro

Spring/Summer Skirts

IRO Edwin Print Skirt

This IRO mini skirt features a vibrant, tribal print, ruching detail along sides and a ruffle across the bottom with a hidden side zipper. The draping across this piece compliments and softens the mini style making this skirt rockable day or night!

Cut25 Techno Knit Jersey Skirt

 This formfitting miniskirt is brighter-than-bright in electric yellow. The skirt has a center back zipper hidden by thick lilac piping. Pair with an on-trend metallic sweater, or tuck in one of our white Equipment Femme blouses for a polished look. 

Cut25 Jersey Stripe Maxi

This skirt features yellow and navy horizontal stripes and striking side slits with a covered elastic waistband. Paired with a simple silk top, this figure skimming-piece will work day or night – simply swap your flats to our Rag & Bone Newport Wedges when the sun goes down. 

Designer Showcase: AIKO

AIKO is a modern concept primarily based around reinventing the classic "sweatshirt". Led by Creative Director Cynthia Mittweg, the first collection launched in New York during Fashion Week Spring 2010. Since then, the collection has evolved into numerous new classifications. For Fall 2011 AIKO introduced leathers, sweaters, and fur. AIKO styles originate from a casual point of view. 

"I've always felt that there was something interesting to be said about a contradiction. I've really considered this in my clothing where I have used either casual fabrics to create more design driven styles or by using luxury fabrics to tell a different story."

Born in London and brought up in Tokyo and LA, Cynthia's life has been filled with music, art, and fashion. Prior to launching AIKO, Cynthia had enjoyed a successful career with her independent band. She has also been painting from the earliest part of her life and her art has been collected by numerous art enthusiasts. Cynthia partnered with fashion industry veteran, Sean Barron. Together they make a strong team from design to distribution.

"AIKO was first conceived as a small music project I had started on my own after having parted ways with my band. It was an experiment surrounding the idea of character called AIKO who I had imagined. AIKO, which in essence is the Japanese translation for "lovely child" has been something I have held dear, I am thrilled to see it grow into this extension of fashion. Music, art, fashion, and film are all interconnected and we see it now more than ever."

Check out the new items from AIKO now at GAVIN....

AIKO Kelli Sweater Tank

AIKO Maryna Sweater

AIKO Bela Knit Cardi