Cupcakes and Cashmere

Tied with a Bow

October 2nd, 2008

 

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For years, bows were considered the ultimate girly accessory, reserved mainly for toddlers and in the pigtails of cheerleaders. This season, they’ve come full circle, showcased in an almost powerful manner by gracing the collars of shirts as a playful take on the bow tie.  Below are the details on the six pieces I’ve deemed worthy of my wish list.

1. French serge day coat - J.Crew, $350. I’m captivated by the model’s rosy cheeks and bright smile, but it’s the saffron-colored coat that really illuminates her features flawlessly.
2. Bow Bouse - Cheap Monday, $75. A slightly unfussy take on this prim and proper trend in a buffalo plaid and oversized bow.
3. Silk Backless Bow Bouse - Sea, $275.  True to its name, this shirt is a seductive halter thanks to its barely-there silk and accordian pleating.
4. Lunar Bow Front Top- Madison, $245.  I love the asymmetrical bow on this sunny top that I’d tuck into some high-waisted trousers.
5. Bow Tied Blouse – Mink Pink, $57.  I love the simplicity of this piece with its relaxed fit and low-cut neckline.
6. Ava Bow Tank – Christopher Deane, $237.  The hot pink bow on this cream colored top really pops, making this the perfect option for a date.

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  • http://www.alreadypretty.com/ Sal

    That Cheap Monday top is fantastic – great balance of girly and edgy.

  • http://www.lovemaegan.com …loveMaegan

    loving bows …selling pretty much only bows in my etsy shop …hopefully more to come this weeked!

    I think I like the Mink Pink the best!

  • http://www.insidetheloopblog.com Courtney

    I love love love that plaid top by Cheap Monday! Darling finds.

  • http://lenore-nevermore.blogspot.com lenorenevermore

    Bows continue to b so huge…there’s a Valentino clutch that I simply adore at the moment. Great styles!

  • http://www.stylediscovery.com.au songy

    Cheap Monday top is great. Not much of a ribbon person but I can wear that I think.

  • http://wewearthings.blogspot.com issa

    i’m always weary of wearing things that i think will me me look even younger.. but i must say i have grown an affection for bow tops!

  • http://www.theluckywife.com Kara

    I LOVE bows! :) So cute.

  • http://www.leeselooks.blogspot.com Lisa

    i am not a bow person as well ! BUT that mink pink is pretty darn awesome.

    x.

  • http://hernamewasashley.blogspot.com ash

    LOOOOOVVEEE the cheap monday top!
    cute post:)

  • http://engagedtobengaged.blogspot.com brandi

    i LOVE them all! OMG heaven!

  • http://redotter580.blogspot.com Julia

    Yeah, picking a favorite out of this stellar, girly collection would be VERY difficult!

  • http://dolcechic.wordpress.com Dolce Chic

    I love the Madison top. Yellow is my color at the moment!

  • http://couturecarrie.blogspot.com/ Couture Carrie

    Such a gorgeous post, Emily! And your site is looking totally hot and proFESH! Love bows – big, small and everything in between!

    xoxox,
    CC

  • http://www.iamstyle-ish.com tiffany

    awesome picks. Can I have them all? I love bows.

  • http://luvvy-luvvy.blogspot.com/ LuVvy

    The mink pink (#5) would be better as a jumpsuit, you think? Bows are tough for me, I hate looking too Easter egg-ish and too sweet…which is tough as a mom thrown in the throng of PTA meetings etc etc…no my sweater is not from Talbots, thank you very much! Heh heh. Cheers!

  • http://theluckystone.blogspot.com Jessie

    I love every single one of these! I have been obsessed with bows lately and I have esPECIALLY had my eyes on the J. Crew coat… in mustard, no less! ;)

  • http://www.heart-of-light.blogspot.com/ Rachel

    That J. Crew photo just makes me smile. I don’t think I’ll ever outgrow my love for bows.

  • http://www.joannagoddard.blogspot.com joanna goddard

    SO CUTE! what a gorgeous round-up. the j.crew coat is soooo charming!

  • http://www.dreamdesignlive.blogspot.com Kristen

    Love all the bows….so girly and chic!

  • http://www.fiveblondes.com Leah

    Wow, those are so cute! I love number 1,4 & 6 the most. I think I am going to gather up all the creative aspects of me and sew # 6 myself. May take awhile, but I think it can be done!

  • http://sexyredframe.blogspot.com redframe

    Just had to say, your site looks fantastic! I didn’t recognise it till I got down to a familiar photo… Looks real classy, more professional, great image! Oh, and I’d give up cake for a year to have that darling saffron coat! (Okay that’s cheating I don’t really like cake…) x

  • http://www.domesticreflections.blogspot.com Jora

    I really, really need that yellow bow front top. Delicious!

  • http://taghrid.blogspot.com taghrid

    the first coat is soo blair waldorf! love it!

    xo

  • http://observationmode.blogspot.com/ enc

    That’s a lot of boob bows! The yellow coat is my favorite.

  • http://www.myideaoffashion.blogspot.com/ saray

    i need something with a bow

  • http://sweet-low.blogspot.com/ megan

    i adore bows. i think i’ll rock them ’til i’m eighty :) #6 is my favorite!

  • http://www.misscavendish.blogspot.com Miss Cavendish

    I checked out the yellow coat a while ago, hoping that the bow would look as rakish when the coat was closed. . . . It didn’t on the website, but maybe in person!

  • http://www.blissfulb.blogspot.com mrs. french

    I’m a bow kind of gal…love this!

  • http://pdbjz.blogspot.com Jozette

    This is my first time on your blog. Can you believe it? Me neither! I came over from your guest post on the Lil Bee’s blog. And those bows!!! I love numbers 1 and 4!! To die for!!

  • http://rachelspictureperfect.blogspot.com Rachel

    hey! im rachel <3
    your blog is cute
    and for the bow tops:
    i like 2, 3, and 4 best!
    (: (: (: (:

  • http://urple.blogspot.com Katlin

    Number three is really cute!! Me likey the bows!

  • http://chicstories.com Angel

    French serge day coat is fantastic but too expensive! )))

  • Vivian

    I’m dying for the yellow Madison top! Unfortunately I can’t afford it, but I think I’ve seen something similar at Zara… hmmm….

  • http://www.tenacious-dee.blogspot.com Dennise

    Ooh I’m coveting that mink pink blouse…I read your post over on the lil bee and loved it! Great tips!

  • http://savvymode.com savvymode sg

    oh i adore….

  • http://amandabrookes.blogspot.com/ Gypsy Soul

    tie one on and it’s like adding blooming sunshine to an Irish meadow…*smirk* cheesy I know, but bows are the finishing touches of femininity!

  • http://kokostiletto.blogspot.com koko

    Bows are def the bomb right now… loving bow back shoes!!! i love the yellow shirt the best!

  • http://simplygrove.blogspot.com simplygrove

    Love bows right now!!!! Great images:)

  • http://www.jointhegossip.blogspot.com Leeann

    I literally love each of these pieces. Great choices!

  • http://www.belle-lumiere.blogspot.com Belowen

    Bows are up there with rosettes as my favourite addition to clothing… Gorgeous choices!

  • http://www.dailystyleguide.com Daily Style Guide

    I LOVE #6. I’ve seen this trend everywhere. I’m not sure if it will last long but it’s cute all the same!

  • http://emisthebomb.blogspot.com Emily

    Found your blog…love it! I love the J Crew jacket too.

  • http://www.zestyperspective.blogspot.com Jessie Cacciola

    oh, mustard! :)

  • http://cupofstyle.wordpress.com danielle

    i have that cheap monday top and i did a post on it! check it out –> http://cupofstyle.wordpress.com/2008/08/27/what-im-wearing-my-new-fav-top/