SHOPBOP SCORES | Bright Embroidered Bags

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Sometimes more is more - especially when it comes to summer handbags. Forget black, beige and boooring, I've got my eye on a bunch of beaded, tasseled, fringey, embroidered beauties at Shopbop right now. Antik Batik has obviously mastered the look, but some lesser-known designers recently caught my eye. Both Christophe Sauvat and Star Mela have SXSW-style accessories down pat, and in the case of Star Mela, I wouldn't feel the slightest bit guilty in picking up a new summer handbag or two. 

And you? Are you loving these bright embellished bags, too?

Antik Batik Cuzo Clutch, $285

Christophe Sauvat Cover-Up, $210

Star Mela Jui Cosmetic Case, $65

Antik Batik Minette Baguette, $185

Star Mela Estee Pouch, $80

Christophe Sauvat Antigua Bag, $540

Christophe Sauvat Mandala Bag, $390

Shoshanna Rainbow Fringe Embellished Peasant Dress, $285

Star Mela Peri Pouch, $65

Antik Batik Gaspard Pouch, $225

Star Mela Jui Bag, $140

HOLA MEXICO: Embroidered Pieces We Love

Embroidered Pom-Pom Maxi Dress, $178, J.Crew

It's Friday and I couldn't be happier. My #FOMO syndrome has taken over and after a summer of moving and renovating, I'm so ready for a break. So next week, the kids are finally out of daycamps and we'll be cramming a summer full of activities into one week. And by cramming, I mean ice cream cones in our faces, sprinklers on full blast, a lemonade stand or two, daily (make that twice daily and twice nightly) mojitos and then finally, a trip to our friend's cottage at the end of the week. Can. Not. Wait.

Since I do this fashion thing for a living, I of course have already thought of what I'll wear that screams 'I'm on vacation' and what better way than Aztec embroidery? I am loooving the Mexican influenced pieces in stores right now. Whether done in graphic black & white or in a rainbow of playful hues, embroidered tops, shorts & dresses are inherently perfect for scoring that coveted casual summer style.  

Happy Fri and happy August! Seriously, how is it going so fast?!

Embroidered Cotton Gauze Short, $55, J.Crew

Embroidered Sleep Tunic, $10, Joe Fresh

Pia Pauro Bag Embroidered Bag with Tassels, $250, Holt Renfrew

Embroidered Peasant Top, $44, American Eagle

Star Mela Mezzy Embroidered Clutch, $63, asos.com

Prairie Life Embroidered Top, $24, Forever 21

Mexican Fabric Bundle, $25, Etsy

DAY Birger et Mikkelsen Embroidered Blouse, $185, NET-A-PORTER 

ASOS PETITE Premium Embroidered Swing Dress, $113, asos.com