by RENEE PATRICK Cascade A&E EditorCowboy hats, custom made boots, beaded jewelry western themed décor makes the Desperado Contemporary & Nostalgic Western Store a desired destination in Central Oregon. Celebrating 15 years in business with an eye towards fashion the eclectic, owner Joanne Sunnarborg will be celebrating with a special anniversary party on October 7-8….
Everyone wears a little piece of art in their fashion focus from even simple accessories like jewelry scarves to elaborate boots knock out shoes. These are focal points for the way you look an important medley. Often you take one last look at yourself in the mirror that’s what you see that’s what you like.One…
Rare is the person who doesn’t give a second thought to their clothes. Old, young, conservative, flashy there’s likely a slant to your fashion sagacity. And here’s the fun part, it doesn’t matter so much as what you decide to wear as your attitude about it. It’s getting simpler to choose an ‘outfit’ as leggings…
By Karen Poulsen of Bella Moda Put on a dress this summer, it is all about the dress this season… With serious roots in the 1960s lady like dresses make a strong return. Shapes that accentuate curves flatter in a very feminine way are key. The full circle skirt dress anchor this look with a…
As more women begin to express their individual style with accessories that match their personalities, contemporary yet functional pieces are on the top of the wish list. What’s functional about great fashion you ask? It means it works for you, you look hot, but you’re comfortable. If you can wear the four inch heals, fine….
By KAREN POULSEN Owner/Founder of Bella Moda Many fashion trends come go return again again with new names. On the runway they are showing a very short dress short paired with a business looking jacket or worn over a legging. (Didn’t we call those hot pants in the ‘70s?) The “shirt” is usually a man’s…
The Homeslice (artist Sarah Viles) recently rocked Bend’s art culture scene with live fashion show a transformed MadHappy Lounge. If you went to The Homeslice show you may have thought you fell down the rabbit hole fell all the way to L.A. or some wonderl populated by dolls, sexy Native American braves cartoon inspired fashion…
By JANDI GIRARD CIELO IBARRA New trends arrive every season, but that doesn’t mean everybody can wear every trend. Here are some spring 2011 trends that can go all wrong if not worn properly. Mid-calf skirt If you are Nicole Kidman with legs for days tiny calves, by all means, wear the mid-calf skirt trend….
