Native American Fashion: Southwest Beauty goes City-Chic! Summer 2010

30 Apr 2010

Native American fashion, first born in the Southwest, captivates Summer 2010 in a fabulous way!  Contemporary fashions consisting of desert-inspired shades, Pueblo Indian beading and intricate combinations have ruled the Spring and Summer runways for 2010.

What’s best about these eye-catching outfits is wearability: these fashions are based on forgiving bias cuts and strategically-piaced decorative touches look great on any type of figure.

Get set for architectural shapes, flirtatious fringe along with prints of every color.  Here’s the latest in from Tory Burch, BCBG and more..  celebrate fashion that’s brimming with Navajo flair!

A Little Tunic in Turquoise Hollowed-out zigzag shoulders and crinkly silk make Nanette Lapore’s Crystal Cave Tunic the must-have dress of the season.. add a bangle and go!  A true style to live in; chicas of any body type will be flattered by this stunning tunic that’s so easy to wear.  It slips on easily and can be paired with nearly any summer shoe, from moccasins to ankle-wrap espadrilles.  Perfect for dinner or daytime.  Find it for $298 at Saks.

Bathing Beauties Love Fringe and this hot aqua tank suit (above) is the hottest we’ve seen!  Mara Hoffman Aqua Fringe Tank Suit is built to be gorgeous.  Wear with a printed skirt for brunch on the patio, or sizzle at your favorite shore..  this one-piece does it all.  Available now, $176 at Shopbop. 

Pair these pieces with unique crochet flats by Tory Burch (right) or patent leather espadrilles…  it’s the details that make these simple pieces red-carpet ready!  Jimmy Choo, $395.

Hot Desert Nights begin with striking style.

The scintillatingly-colored BCBG ZigZag Halter Maxi Dress is a stunning interpretation of a classic, colorful weave.  It’s super-comfy style and fitted bodice makes it an eclectic essential for night or day.  Find it for $178, Saks.com

Southwestern-inspired ensembles wouldn’t be complete without fascinating, colorful jewelery: Semiprecious stones, lots of silver and captivating shapes that are unlike any other culture.

Check out the Manuela Chain Earrings by Lee Angel (right) and Ronda Bracelet by Sachin + Babi, available at shopbop.com

Written by Kelly Farley

Photos courtesy of Saks.com and Shopbop.com



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