How do you like your Fedora?

Our most popular hat in 2010 was without a doubt, the straw fedora. Something about the combination of sun hat and style was pleasing to all. Finally, we can protect our heads without looking like we are trying to protect our heads.

This spring...the fedora is back in full swing.  We're seeing both the classic fedora in different colours, and a wider brimmed fedora with a slight cowgirl feel.  With so many ways to wear this stylish topper, you really can't go wrong by picking one up at I Heart Accessories for just $24.

Here are some of our favourite looks a la fedora this season...

Truth be told, the fedora is versatile enough to be paired with almost anything in your closet. The must-have accessory this season.

xoxo
With Heart,
Natalie

Your Piece

I can't believe January has (thank the universe) slipped by so quickly and left me with only 1 written blog post.  For those of you who follow and read...my mushy brain apologizes.  I have felt like a crusty bear in hibernation for the last 30 days...and who can blame me with the painful weather that has been bestowed upon us?   I digress. I'm here, I'm alive, and the worst is behind us. Who's ready for Spring-a-ling-a-ling?

I have been inspired by a dear friend to write this post. Natalie (we are same-namers) came in a few days ago with her pal Jen, and perused all of our new lovelies. She picked up a bracelet that I absolutely knew was her style. A beaded wrap bracelet in espresso, that she could effortlessly pull off as a daily piece.

When she picked it up...I instantly said "That's so you!".  I should point out that although my job is to sell the items in my shop, I never do it with lines like "That's so you", or any other line for that matter...I'm less of a line girl and much more of a "if you're feelin' it, you should totally get it and make yourself happy" kinda girl.  When she decided to make that baby hers, I mentioned a new book, which absolutely absorbed me on my last visit to Indigo. As one of two comfy chairs and myself became one, I licked my lips with each new page of "You Know You Want it: Style-Inspiration-Confidence" by Eric Daman.

Daman is the costume stylist for the television show Gossip Girl, and although the show's premise is less than interesting to me, the outfits keep me watching when I "accidentally" stumble upon it.

 In the book, Daman discusses the idea of having "your piece". One of his simple fashion rules is that every girl (and guy, for that matter) needs a piece to call their own. A Carrie necklace, Audrey pearls or a Natalie wrap bracelet. Your piece is your piece...and although it won't define who you are, something unique may symbolize your personality...and I adore the idea. Daman's piece? Meaningful charms that hang on gold and silver chains around his neck. My piece? I seem to wear this little gal quite often...

  A piece created and customized by my good friend Dawn from iWEAR.

What's your piece?


xoxo
With Heart,
Natalie

Looking Forward

As I enjoyed a couple of days off from the shop while ringing in 2011, the business brain in me couldn't help but think about what this new year will bring to I Heart Accessories. 2010 was good to us...and since things can only get better, better than good is undoubtedly in the forecast.

With a new season just around the corner, we've already got our eyes and hearts set on some brilliant new pieces, thus, I thought I would post about things to look forward to in the next few months at the shop, and get you just as excited as I am.  With a dash of I Heart flare, this season's trends are looking pretty fabuloso if I do say so myself. 

Bridal

This year, we are putting a little more focus on brides and providing some trendy, inexpensive options for accessorizing both the belle of the ball, and her lovely ladies.  The 2011 bride is all about feathers, flowers and crystal...three things we all adore.

Coming soon (among many), The Gardenia Fascinator by Headmistress, $75

Colour

This is one thing I personally look forward to every Spring! We didn't hesitate to paint our shelves with deep colours for Fall/Winter, and this season, we'll do the same with spring hues. Although things will be brightening up, trends are leaning towards paler shades of orange, hunter greens and grayish blues.

 Cuff, $24

 Necklace & Earrings, $29

Glass stoned cuff, $29

Key Pieces

With clothing moving towards very flowy, longer pieces, i.e. the maxi dress shown below...accessories are definitely the ones that are taking shape this season. 

Bags are looking more structured in 2011 along with my fave trend for spring, the belt purse. 

Tassels are huge for spring, on clothing and with jewelry, in fabric and metal.

The turban is taking center stage this spring.  Shown above, one from the new Headmistress 2011 Spring Collection. 

 Lastly, our 4th season carrying Lindsay Phillips will start with this new cutie-patutie! Lot's more colours and styles to come along with it.

Of course, the shop will also be bursting with new hats, shades, and jewels...but I couldn't help but share the joy with some pieces that will be totally new for us this Spring. I Can't wait for new arrivals! Seriously. I'm shakin' in my boots!

To stay updated on what comes in, and when, join us on facebook! We can't wait to accessorize you this Spring!

xoxo

With Heart, 

Natalie