Where do fashion designers get their inspiration from one may ask? A curious question that I ponder over as I watch Kelly prepare for her new line. Fashion is always changing. Every season brings new styles and trends that circulate among us. Some fashion designers say they get their inspiration from the street style in places such as London , Tokyo and Paris. The media, magazines, and television are also good spots to draw ideas from. A beautiful view, a plant, or a building can inspire anyone for a moment and turn into a new idea. Some fashion designers say they can get their inspiration anywhere, “anything beautiful, ugly and in between can inspire you,” says one designer about her process.

Designers must draw on many areas for inspiration. The past, present and future all figure into this. A good designer knows how to read clues from the current culture, be able to digest them and produce designs that are fresh and unique.  Areas to draw inspiration come from current movies, foreign fashion designers work and new functional interpretations.

http://en.allexperts.com/q/Fashion-Tips-1572/design-inspiration.htm

Accesories are IT this season so be prepared. Many trends are on the plain side this summer leaving space for super fun and big jewelry statements. Try dressing up our Puff Sleeve Button Up Top with our Rainfall Necklace and Earrings(shown below). This look can be worn casually with jeans or jean shorts or dressed up when paired with a nice black skirt.

So have fun this season and make your jewelry reflect your personality. Go big, switch it up, and have fun!

Just this past week we were redecorating the house with clothing racks and accessories to prepare for the end of spring shopping party. The event was a huge hit collecting over twenty plus friends from all over the Seattle area and bringing them to the Issaquah Highlands. Under the roof where designer Kelly Chon first began her line about three years prior, the exclusive shopping party materialized. Local photographer, Ellen Go arrived first with her camera in hand to capture all the fun. The event included shopping, wine, and hors d’oeuvrses, free gift with purchase, and of course was a girl’s night to remember. The exclusive party showcased Kelly’s own two lines Composure by Kelly Chon, and Shi golf, as well as items from her online store, Composure Boutique. What a way to make room for the summer collection! Most items were on sale, some even 40-70% off. The house was filled with happy shoppers and smiling faces. The sale was extended to the online store after the party and although sizes are limited there are some great deals to be found!  Visit us at www.composureboutique.com.

You can view more images and read about the party through the eyes of the photographer by following the link below.

http://beyouportraits.com/blog