Neutral Palettes

One of the things I am most excited about this fall are the amazing neutrals popping up everywhere from Tibi to Vince to Alice + Olivia!  Creamy nudes, dove grays,  bright navy, rosy coral...I love it all, mixed together and set off with a pop of bright color in the accessories.

Here are a few from Tibi that I'm OBSESSING over.

A thin belt adds shape to a chunky sweater. Also, I'm crazy about the chunky knit socks with the ankle booties.

Try a more cropped top with a higher waisted pant to lengthen those legs.

 Is it wrong that I love shorts more in the winter than the summer? Because I do.

This pale pink with the off-white pattern is so lovely and lady-like. 

It's A Sale, Y'all!

Fabulous new cashmere, tees, and denim are all 25% off today! Come on in and check it out!

Meet the Stylist: Ali J.

Meet Miss Ali J., student and Cotton Mill stylist extraordinaire. One of our newest faces, she has a passion for fashion that is hard to miss (she always comes to work looking like a million bucks!). 

1. What is your fashion background?

I am a seamstress and will graduate with a degree in Fashion Merchandising from David Lipscomb University in December.  Ever since I learned to sew as a freshman in high school, I have been in love with fashion--choosing fabrics, patterns, figuring out how to put pieces together. I love it all!

2. Who are your style icons?

I love Betsey Johnson! She has such a, over-the-top and quirky style. I also love Jessica Alba and Halle Berry; you can always count on them to look gorgeous on the red carpet.

3. What is a trend you love for Fall 2011?

Fur vests. They are so versatile and great for layering.

4. How do you describe your personal style?

Classic and chic, but with fun and playful pieces thrown in to mix it up.

5. What magazines or blogs do you read for fashion inspiration?

I don't have a lot of time to read blogs and magazines when I'm in school, but I do read Women's Wear Daily, Harpers Bazaar, and sometimes Vogue.

Ali wearing a Milly dress and DVF shoes 

One of our favorites! Ali is wearing a By Smith blouse and skirt, DVF shoes

Alice + Olivia silk top and jersey skirt with side zipper, DVF shoes 

Alice + Olivia detail

Yoanna Baraschi lace overlay dress. Stunning.

A classic must-have for the season! Milly coat and DVF suede peep toes

All the best...

Liking the new blog's look? You will like our new fall looks in the store even more!

Style Spotlight: French Kande

This little gem of a line is new to The Cotton Mill, but is sure to have serious staying power.  Based out of LA, FIDM-grad Kande Hall was inspired by some French medallion charms she picked up on a trip to Paris.  She began mixing them with rough-cut stones and pearls, creating a classic and edgy look that was unique and feminine. The end result is a collection of modern, stylish pieces with a vintage feel (and at an affordable price, no less!).

Fall is already streaming into the Cotton Mill, so keep your eyes peeled for French Kande! Personally, I'm loving the super-long delicate chain necklaces with tassels and charms. Glam it up for evening with a little black dress or wear with an oversized tee and boyfriend jeans for day.  Or, layer it with a few other pieces of varying lengths to change it up a bit. It's only a matter of time before all the It Girls are sporting FK. Here are a few of my favorite pieces from the Fall 2011 collection:

Ashlee Simpson sporting a French Kande tassel necklace

The Big Sale!

Since we have so many of our amazing new fall pieces coming in now, we have decided to make our sale even better! Items that were 50% off are now 60% off! 60% is now 70% off!

Happy Birthday, Bob!

It's Bob's Birthday! In honor of this momentous occasion, without which we would be living drab, unfashionable Cotton-Mill-less lives, we are having an amazing sale!

Here's the deal....  If anyone comes in today or tomorrow (Saturday, July 23) and wishes Bob "Happy Birthday", they will receive an extra 10% off  all sale merchandise and 20% off all new items.  Since we have so many delightful new pieces in, I would imagine there will be a mad dash to get 20% off, so hurry in!

 

Let the wild birthday rumpus begin!