TRUE FASHIONISTAS' FASHION BLOG
HISTORY OF PACO RABANNE
Paco Rabanne was one of the world's most renowned, True Fashionista fashion designers, and with good reason. From his quirky designs to his eye-catching materials, he created a unique look that transcends trends and continues to inspire generations of style-conscious individuals. Paco Rabanne was the first designer to combine fashion, craftsmanship, and futuristic technology in his creations. Many creations by fashion houses influenced by Rabanne can be found at True Fashionistas consignment store Naples. With the passing of Mr. Rabanne in February 2023, we’re taking a look at his influential career.
7 REASONS TO CONSIGNMENT SHOP AT TRUE FASHIONISTAS
Are you tired of the same old shopping routine? Do you want to find unique pieces that no one else has? Look no further than True Fashionistas consignment store Naples! Shopping at True Fashionistas is a win-win situation – we offer unique, affordable finds, support local nonprofits, and promote sustainable fashion practices. By purchasing preowned designer items instead of brand new, you get a fat discount on designer deals while helping to reduce waste and promote sustainability in our industry.
10 IMPORTANT FASHION BOOKS
Straight up, this list is by no means in any particular order, nor is it even a dent into the vast array of books about fashion. Whether you're looking to cuddle up with an herbal tea and a good book on a cold winter's day or looking to learn an extra thing or two about this beautiful world of fashion in which we reside, you're sure to enjoy this sol bunch of fantastic reads from and about some of Haute couture to start. From autobiographies of famous designers, style analyses, and historical perspectives, these books will give you an in-depth look into the world of fashion.
FASHION TRENDS FOR WINTER/SPRING 2023
With the holidays well packed up, don't let the cold weather prevent you from dressing up this season! We've got several months of cold weather ahead of us, so be your True Fashionista self and resist the standard winter uniform of hoodies and leggings. Instead, look at these winter 2023 trends and get some ideas to make getting dressed in January, February, and March downright exciting. Read on, then head into the best designer consignment store, True Fashionistas, to stop those winter doldrums before they even get out of the car.
5 DESIGNERS WE LOVE – A RECAP
Here at True Fashionistas consignment store, Naples, we’re surrounded by our fave designer clothing, accessories, and home décor like, all the time. #Dreamcometrue, but enough about us, let’s take a moment to delve back into the stories behind some of these creative geniuses. Hopefully you’ll be as inspired as we are to search out their designs, too. Happy reading!
HATS ON FOR THE HOLIDAYS
LOOKING COOL IN LONG SLEEVES THIS FALL AND WINTER
Let's face it, once the temperatures start to drop, it can be tempting to give up and resign yourself to a life of leggings and oversized sweaters, as chic as those items can be. With a little effort and the following expert tips from Naples' best consignment store, True Fashionistas, you can still look trés hip and fashionable in the colder months. Here are some tips on how to pull off long sleeves in fall and winter.
THE MYSTERY OF GOYARD
Luxury brands, big and small, are at the heart of the designer fashion industry. Be it a Chanel dress, Dior tote, or Christian Louboutin footwear, name matters when it comes to our True Fashionista choices. Walk into True Fashionistas consignment store in Naples, and you're instantly surrounded by a seemingly endless volume of high-end brands and designer shopping opportunities.
However, what if a label were SO exclusive that locating their offerings is a challenge and thrill unto itself? Can you imagine a brand so high-end as not to offer e-commerce or do any advertising, one that exists solely on word of mouth and the pretty pictures, but no purchase options, on their website? Welcome to the world of Goyard.
HAUTE COUTURE FOR THE HOME
You’ve filled your wardrobe with your fave designers at deep discounts that you scored at True Fashionistas, the best designer consignment store, but why stop there? Your home should also reflect your unique style and upwardly mobile sense of taste. Lucky for us haute couture fanatics, many of our fave luxury clothing designers often delve into home furnishings too! Be it a seasonal piece of décor or an elegant living room set, a world of designer excitement exists for the home. Read on for some great ideas sitting right there for you in your barcolounger.
EXPLORING THE BARBIECORE TREND
Barbie is back, and we are beyond stoked! Besides the connection to fond childhood memories of playing dress-up (our favorite True Fashionista activity) and the enduring doll herself, the Barbiecore trend is also centered around our #1 shade, pink! It's rolling through our lives in interior design and fashion, so we're taking a look at a few of the many ways we can think positively pink before being swallowed up by orange and brown, then red and green. Yes, we said that. Getting back to the matter at hand, all of the above shades, especially pink, can be found in abundance at Florida's largest lifestyle consignment store, True Fashionistas!
HISTORY OF SALVATORE FERRAGAMO
We're turning the True Fashionista lens downward this go-round to indulge our feet in the story of master footwear artisan Salvatore Ferragamo. Hollywood's most famous shoe designer, his designs are favored by top celebrities on the red carpet. They also have their place onscreen, most famously in a little movie about a girl from Kansas. Yes, Salvatore Ferragamo is the designer of Dorothy's legendary ruby red slippers in The Wizard of Oz! If you're as impressed as we are, you should check out other fine designs of his at Naples' best consignment store, True Fashionistas.
2022 SWIMWEAR TRENDS
Summer means having fun and making memories around water, be it the southwest Florida beaches of our Naples home or backyard time poolside in the sun. Even if there's no body of water present and you're getting your True Fashionista tan on, you'll need to be stylin' in the latest 2022 summer looks. Read on to find out about the newest designer summer fashions, then shop 'em at gorgeously discounted prices at True Fashionistas, Southwest Florida's largest lifestyle consignment store. Don't forget the sunscreen!