Tapestry

Tapestry designs and prints are popular for the fall season 2011. The designs are shaped like leaves and fleur de lis. These designs remind me of the art deco and art nouveau periods, also the Rococo style of art and design. Rococo was also referred to as “Late Baroque“. It is an 18th-century style which developed as artists gave up their symmetry and became increasingly ornate, fluid, and playful.

ReVamp your style and add in a few pieces with tapestry design! Whether it be a small accessory of a great pair of heels.

Examples from Elle.com:

  Sheepskin and calfskin tapestry clutch, Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière, $1,895, at Balenciaga Boutique, NYC

Photo: Len Lagrua

Sunglasses, Moo Piyasombatkul, $505, visit openingceremony.us

Photo: courtesy of Moo Piyasombatkul

Calfskin and goatskin tapestry ankle boot, Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière, $1,665, similar styles at Balenciaga Boutique, NYC

Photo: Devon Jarvis

Vintage Shopping in San Jose

   There are many vintage, thrift, and second hand stores in every city; especially main, larger cities. Sometimes they are hidden, but one can often google search for these stores and shops to find the locations near you.

It takes time and a little more effort than shopping at a normal retail store to rummage through and find those great unique pieces that will ReVamp your wardrobe and style. I would say it is well worth it!