When it comes to summer dresses, it’s easy to get lost in all the options. Take your cues from 2017’s biggest runway trends for a guide on how to up your dress game in the months ahead. Neutrals: Calming hues like oatmeal and pale grey are the perfect antidote to a blazing sun. Gladiator sandals and sunglasses are the only extras you'll need. Image: Mirth Caftans Sheer: Few things are better suited to...
Read MoreNever again reach for an oversized boyfriend shirt as a beach cover-up when you’ve got a Denizina piece in your wardrobe. These handmade and hand-embroidered kimonos feature vibrant batik prints in colors ranging from pastel blue to ruby red. Made in Thailand, the boho-chic label’s designs work just as well over a bikini on the beach as with ripped jeans in the city. Shop Latitude speaks with Deniz Alkan, founder...
Read MoreThis summer, dive into folkloric and bohemian fashion with florals, tassels, embroidery, prints, and all the colors you can think of! From cheerful embroidered blouses to printed kimono-style robes, look toward traditional and vintage styles for instant inspiration. Vyshyvanka: Born in Ukraine, the vyshyvanka (a pastoral frock or blouse featuring colorful embroidery) has been the country’s traditional dress for centuries. Here’s how the story goes: the embroidery was used as...
Read MoreA Maasai Mara excursion may be your prime reason for visiting Kenya, but be sure to carve out a couple of days to spend in the capital. Dubbed the Silicon Savannah for its burgeoning tech scene, Nairobi is also the hub of Kenyan art, fashion and culture. Browse the local arts and crafts markets, catch an exhibit by contemporary African artists or a performance by local musicians, pick up vibrant...
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