Yearly Archives: 2012

Trend Spotting

This season is all about the return of ladylike chic, from sophisticated stiletto pumps in pop colors, to the sixties-inspired Mad Men style, and of course a pop lip color that leaps off the page. Defining the trends is step one for CAbi’s Design Team, and then fast-forward a year and here we are with a beautiful new CAbi Collection! It’s no surprise that these fabulous fall trends are echoed everywhere from shoes and accessories, to home décor!

BOW REGARD

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Update your closet with this modern take on a seventies favorite, the bow blouse! Add a little funk with this fresh and feminine look. Whether you tie a jaunty little bow at your neck, a loosely hanging knot, or even a bow at your waist, this one piece will exponentially expand your wardrobe and revitalize your staples, from the power suit to your favorite jeans. We love how trends from the past come back and look so new!

BOX TOP

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Another flashback to the past, this trend embraces those intentionally boxy shapes reminiscent of the sixties. Pieces like the Horizon Poncho are obviously not meant to sit closely to the body, but they have a way of collapsing into your shape to highlight your silhouette in an understated way. Whether it’s the borrowed from the boys feel of the Luxe Tux, or the sixties-inspired floaty tops like the Side Pocket Blouse and Polka Dot Top, box tops are a must-have silhouette for the season.

TOUCH POINT

cabi-fall12-trend-touch_point-2This trend is all about the allure of texture! The dreamy look of the fabric draws you in, and the luxurious feel of the fabric seems to almost melt in your hand. Touch point encompasses a range of pieces, from the rich blend of sweater stitches, marled yarn, and flattering cable knit of the Shadow Sweater, to the soft and cozy flecked knit of the Fleck Pant, and the unexpected mixed media of the Mixer Jacket, full of textured nuances, like ribbed sweater sleeves, houndstooth, and a removable faux fur collar.Fall is full of rich, dimensional fabrics that are just begging for you to wrap up in them!

BRIGHT IDEA

cabi-fall12-trend-bright_ideaBright, happy hues aren’t just for spring anymore! One bright piece can exponentially expand your wardrobe, and make everything you pair it with feel really fresh and new. Whether creating a bright, color-blocked pallet with the rich turquoise of the Charming Jacket and bold Curry Skirt, or building on one colorful piece like the Crimson Cord, carry your color with confidence this fall. Embrace these playful, yet sophisticated hues, and we promise, they will brighten your day!

GOOD SPORT

cabi-fall12-trend-good_sportWe’re shaking things up, and giving sporty pieces a luxe vibe by pairing them back to dressy, tailored looks, and fabulous accessories, of course! Who says your comfy knit Fleck Pant can’t command the boardroom with a pair of dressed up booties, pretty box top, and sophisticated jacket … or that your cozy, wrap-up-by-the-fire Frontier Sweater can’t double as a dressed up topper with your Take a Bow Blouse and Ponte Riding Pant? Get more bang for your buck when you mix up casual pieces in an unexpected way!

How to Wear: Box Tops

cabi-fall12-how_to_wear-box_topIf you’ve been following the runways and fashion magazines, you know that loose, boxy shapes are the silhouette of the season. From borrowed-from-the-boys blazers, to cozy sweaters, and floaty feminine tops, these pieces have a way of highlighting your feminine features even without hugging your shape. Balance a boxy blazer or sweater with something more fitted on the bottom, like your favorite jegging, legging, or Bree Jean. And we love a boxy top front tucked into an of-the-moment pant like the Fleck Pant or Baby Boot.

Sole Mates

A little shoe goes a long way – with these three sole mates, you’re sure to walk boldly into a fashionable fall!cabi-fall12-pumpsFirst, the return of the ladylike pump, perfect with trousers, jeans, and a dream with pencil skirts or our lean trouser silhouette, makes everything feel really modern.

cabi-fall12-bootsNext, add a little edge to your ensemble with bootie-liscious boots, from sky-high heels, to walkable wedges, and even rugged flats.

cabi-fall12-show_flatsAnd finally, the show flat is your dressed up flat – with a little bells and whistles to add a special touch, these pair back beautifully with anything, from jeans to your more dressed up ensembles.