Go the Distance: Long Cardigans

Last fall, we saw an uproar in maxi skirts and dresses. This winter, the maxi trend has continued — and it has taken the form of a cozy cardigan. Perfect for layering over any outfit or under outerwear (it would be very chic under a leather jacket), this Free People Moon Duster Cardigan ($88) can be dressed up with tall wedges or dressed down with utilitarian boots. The best part? They come in all shapes and sizes.

Try a thick knit cardigan by day or a sheer jersey one by night. Hit the floor with a full-length sweater or go asymmetrical with one that hits the knees. The options are endless, so ditch that parka and stay warm and fashionable this winter by maxing out and going the distance.

Text Alice Chen
Image Free People 

Hat Tricks

Yes, you look amazing in that ultra-furry trapper hat — until you arrive at your destination or your ears get overheated and you have no choice but to stuff that small animal into your bag. Thankfully, there are equally trendy and much more compact ways to keep your head warm. Enter Free People’s chic leopard-print beret. It’s just as animalistic, but slightly more realistic outside of the Tundra than your oversized, tassel-tied topper. The angora will keep you extra warm, not to mention this pattern goes perfectly with everything (according to Diane Von Furstenberg, leopard’s a neutral).

Another fabulous option to ride out the winter? Evoke your inner frigid-weather flapper in a knit turban. (Urban turban? J. Peterman would be proud.) The chic, knotted design adds a new twist to your basic beanie, but the best part is that its snug-fit over your ears and head. Keep with the fur theme in this Elizabeth and James rabbit-trimmed version, or nab it in knit with this Top Shop turban, available in black and black-and-white stripes. Go ahead, bring on those winter winds — you’ll be well protected and pretty.

Text Kara Solarz
Image Nordstrom

Soak Up The Sun in Style: Free People Beachwear

Trying to beat the heat in style? Check out the latest collection from Free People and get your beach on! The collection is the perfect combination of bohemian chic and bombshell fierce. Knitted wraps and crochet cover-ups are the perfect pieces play demure while still flashing glimpses of your bronzed bod. Pieces like the crimson hued bralette and the citrus infused crop top add just the right amount of Bardot to any outfit while remaining modern and fun. The collection is available online and in-stores with prices ranging from $58-$148 (not too shabby). And now you can have that little bit of extra frozen yogurt at the snack shack because you'll have a cute an fashionable cover-up to throw on!

Not Your Average Flea Market

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Anyone in the L.A. area who enjoys chasing their Sunday brunch with a healthy dose of retail therapy should know that Space 15 Twenty is having their monthly flea market today. Space 15 Twenty is a huge retail space which normally offers wares from such stores as Urban Outfitters, Free People and What Goes Around Comes Around, as well as delicious eats from Umami Burger. The flea market will be a sweet combination of vintage clothes and accessories, live music, and art shown off in their gallery space. If you're on the West Coast, get your stylish self down to 1520 N Cahuenga Blvd from 11 a.m. to 4. Check out more on their website here.

Text Molly O'Brien

Floral Fabulous

There is something relaxing and peaceful about floral patterns, maybe because it reminds us of a picture perfect world. There has been a recent resurgence of floral inspired patters, bringing back pleasant memories of the days when every little girl was dressed up in an array of flower prints. Maybe those memories are why it is such a big hit this summer! There have been a plethora of designers that marked this season by using bright floral fantastic patterns. Floral has been seen on garments, shoes, accessories and even intimates. So let out your girly inner self and express what summer is all about by putting on a chic, comfortable floral knit ruffle dress. This garment is great because you can dress up by adding heels, which is perfect for a night out with the girls or funky flats for a summer barbeque. Free People has an abundance of adorable floral pieces for summer 2010. So go crazy at Free People and make your summer floral fabulous.


By: Cara Jacobs