#fashion – Frock On

Clothing trends for Spring and Summer 2024

As the seasons shift and the weather warms up, it’s time to refresh our wardrobes with the latest fashion trends for Spring/Summer 2024. This year, designers are embracing bold colors, playful prints, and innovative silhouettes to celebrate the return of outdoor adventures and social gatherings. Whether you’re planning beach days, brunches, or picnics in the park, these trend-forward pieces will ensure you step out in style. Let’s dive into the top trends dominating the fashion scene this season.

1. Pastel Power: Soft hues reign supreme this Spring/Summer, with pastel shades like lavender, mint green, and baby blue taking center stage. From flowy dresses to tailored blazers, incorporating pastels into your wardrobe adds a touch of femininity and elegance to any ensemble. Pair a pastel blazer with denim shorts for a chic daytime look or opt for a pastel maxi dress for an effortless evening ensemble.

2. Statement Sleeves: Make a statement this season with voluminous sleeves that command attention. Whether it’s puff sleeves, bishop sleeves, or exaggerated ruffles, dramatic sleeve details add a playful twist to classic silhouettes. Embrace the drama with a billowy blouse paired with tailored trousers or opt for a puff-sleeve dress for a whimsical vibe that’s perfect for summer soirées.

3. Bold Prints: From vibrant florals to eye-catching geometrics, bold prints are making waves this Spring/Summer. Embrace your adventurous side with head-to-toe prints or incorporate statement pieces into your wardrobe for a pop of personality. Mix and match prints for a playful look or let a bold printed dress steal the show with minimal accessories for maximum impact.

4. Sustainable Style: In an era of conscious consumerism, sustainable fashion continues to be a driving force in the industry. This season, prioritize eco-friendly materials and ethical production practices when updating your wardrobe. Look for brands that prioritize sustainability, whether it’s through recycled fabrics, fair trade practices, or carbon-neutral initiatives. Choose timeless pieces that stand the test of time and contribute to a more sustainable future.

5. Relaxed Tailoring: Effortless elegance meets relaxed tailoring this Spring/Summer, with oversized blazers, slouchy trousers, and boyfriend shirts dominating the runway. Embrace a laid-back aesthetic with tailored pieces that offer comfort without compromising style. Pair an oversized blazer with bike shorts for a modern twist on power dressing or opt for relaxed trousers paired with a crisp white shirt for an effortlessly chic ensemble.

Spring/Summer 2024 is upon us, it’s time to embrace the season’s hottest trends and infuse your wardrobe with fresh, fashion-forward pieces. Whether you’re drawn to pastel hues, statement sleeves, bold prints, sustainable styles, or relaxed tailoring, there’s something for every fashionista to love this season. So, get ready to step out in style and make a statement wherever you go!

These trends will be featured on Instagram with an opportunity to purchase items through my eBay store, https://www.ebay.com/str/frockonclothing

Message me to my eBay store and mention code: FreeShip24, for free shipping on your next order. (One code per customer)

Why you should care about having the right undergarments

Ladies, my last post about the little black dress, reminded me about the importance of having the correct undergarments. Having worked in intimate apparel for more years than i care to admit ;), has left me with one thought. Undergarments can make or break an outfit…

Here is a simple test, grab a tee and or button down blouse. Then, get a comfy sports bra or bra-lette(yes, that one we wear on weekends that are stretchy) and a tee-shirt bra(molded, not padded, smooth). Try on your sports bra with the tee or blouse…now with the t-shirt bra. Which look is better?

The t-shirt bra.

Let’s have a better understanding of what is happening visually and physically. The cup, if it fits correctly, contains all your breast tissue, front and center. When the breast tissue is raised off the rib cage and out from under the armpit it makes one look longer and leaner. Voila, you have gained a waist and lost several pounds.

Now if you want to create the illusion of being a bit fuller i recommend Natori, “Pure Luxe” with wide straps or “Understated” with spaghetti straps. The main thing for all cup sizes is to make sure you have enough coverage that you get a smooth line, no “double boob”. For D-G ladies try Natori’s “Element” , Chantelle’s “Magnifigue” or “Parisian” these are lovely, smooth cup bras that contain your breast, front and center, again creating a sleeker look with out adding anything.

You can also find a excellent reference fitting guide and Q&A from Nordstrom here.

Many heavier garments sweaters, blazers layering of clothing can make you look shapless. The right bra will change that. Start with the best quality nude bra you can afford and see the difference it makes.

If you want any outfit to look better from your favorite jeans and a tee to the formal dress. Spend some time and money on what’s underneath. In addition to the large department stores, most cities have boutiques that are knowledgable in bra fitting. If you have an opportunity to visit the flagship Saks Fifth Avenue, in New York City, please go! It is wonderful to have almost an entire floor dedicated to underpinnings.

Look as great underneath the dress as you do with it on. Dress for yourself. Please go get fit and get the best t-shirt bra you can afford. You won’t regret it.

Now when do i get to wear the pretty lace bras?…to be continued

The thoughts and suggestions in this post are exclusively mine. I did not get paid or endorsed by any company or person. I did work at Nordstrom and several boutiques, as a bra specialist, many years ago.

Shout out to Unsplash for photos. Photographers are listed respectively, Seth-Doyle, Caique-Silva, Brook-Cagle, Yoann-Boyer, Hust Wilson, Scott Webb, Larm-Rmah and Catherine-McMah.

Four easy ways to channel your Inner Love Child

Show your Inner Love Child some affection.

Frye Cowboy boots. Vintage GUESS Jeans, Handwoven vintage open front cardigan. Madewell denim shirt.

Frye Cowboy boots. Vintage GUESS Jeans, Vintage patchwork suede and knit jacket with hood. Toggle buttons

How do you blend era items and not look like you are going to a Halloween Party?

Simple 🙂 Incorporate any of these ideas to show your style.

Incorporate yellow gold. Think chunky sweater in an organic shape. Cape, cardigan or blazer will work great.

Handwoven vintage open front cardigan. Madewell denim shirt. Slovak blown glass necklace.

Vintage GUESS Jeans, Vintage patchwork suede and knit jacket with hood. Toggle buttons

2.Add brown suede or leather.

Brown is softer looking than black.

Think suede skirt, jacket or cardigan.

The featured cardigan is knit and suede, with a hood!

A true 70’s relic.

3.Cowboy boots. Frye makes timeless styles.

4. Denim & Denim on Denim.

Jen 7 High waisted Dark Denim. Vintage Italian blouse

If you want a more sophisticated Sundance look. Darker denim, high waisted.

More trendy go with a high waisted, faded, vintage pair of jeans.

Frye Cowboy boots. Vintage GUESS Jeans, Vintage handmade open front cardigan sweater. American Eagle felt hat

The ones shown are Guess. Layer a denim shirt.

Voila L’Amour

All clothes are my own. Available for purchase, Brown Suede jacket and Vintage hand sewn open front yellow cardigan sweater

Thanks for reading. 🙂

Have a beautiful day!

Had to share this piece of American History! 55-501’s 1950’s Levi’s 501

American Icons …Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, waves of amber grain and of course Levi’s

Never dreamed i would touch not to mention own a pair of Levi’s like this! Had to document as i will most likely never be lucky enough to find another pair!

I became self educated about Levi’s and other jeans thanks to a seller who gave me her decades worth of jeans to sell for her. She was planning on making denim purses when she retired and later changed her mind. In the mix of different jeans were various pairs of Levi’s.

So… what are the details that make one pair worth a few dollars and another worth thousands? Again a shout out to all others that have put this information out before me including Levisguide.com , RopeDye

In a nutshell you want to look at the Tab label and Color on the back pocket or back patch. Levi’s transitioned from “big E” to “little E” between ’67-69. Big Letter E on LEVI’S Red Tab on both sides. Prior to this they only printed on one side

Selvedge refers to the way denim has been woven. Learn more here. Shown is white line selvedge. More recent styles include red line. Now unless you have a pair of designer jeans selvedge is not generally standard, they surge the side seam instead… much less expensive. Check out the size of this pocket. It was intended for a Watch not coins. The white strip is selvedge, also unusual. 🙂

Type of stitching, this is a single stitch, in 1973 Levi’s switched to different double link stitching.

Hardware. These are referred to as Button Codes and indicate which factory produced them. This one is a letter “E”. Now they are three digits.

Hidden Copper Rivets. Not visible when on. The jeans prior to this had the rivets on the exterior back pocket. Customers were complaining that it was scratching furniture.

Lemon Yellow thread not gold bronze

V-Stitching & Offset belt loop

Again all of this information was learned from others and handling different jeans. Wanted to share this incredible find that is currently listed on eBay

So many great jeans so much history.. such as Wranglers were made for Cowboys and Rodeo use. Wrangler is the only western brand officially endorsed by Pro Rodeo Cowboys. Lee Jeans where made for railroad workers and they created the UnionWork Jumpsuit. Along with introducing the first zipper fly on jeans.

Hope you enjoyed this history lesson. 🙂

Here are the ways identified my Levi’s

Button Fly

Selvedge-White line not Red

Top Button contains and “E”

Hidden copper rivets

Single stitch pockets

no care tag

Selvedge Watch/Coin Pocket

Flat Silver LS hardware

V-Stitching

and off set belt loop

Lemon yellow thread