Missoula Fashion Spring 2016 by Missoulian

A special publication of the

missoula FASHION

spring 2016

fashion week

celebrate missoula fashion week at these exciting events! April 14-16

April 23

April 16

April 23

Eileen Fisher Shop Local Event at Laurel Creek- Keep it Missoula with Laurel Creek and their gorgeous line of Eileen Fisher. Stop in all week to check out the spring looks.

Pop-Up Collective Sale The Top Hat 4-7 pm-It’s back once again....the Missoula Collective Pop Up Sale! The only event where you can shop 8 Missoula Boutiques in 1 place. Starts at 4pm, and the first 20 customers receive a free drink token! So grab up your lady-friends and swing by to catch awesome deals (*almost* nothing over $100!) from your friends at Betty’s Divine, Cloth & Crown, Green Light, La Bella Vita, Mood Boutique, Laurel Creek, One Eleven, and Olive + Iron! Love that VIP Experience? Come early between 3-4, pay an extra $20, receive a free drink token, and enjoy a leisurely shopping experience before the masses arrive! All VIP entry proceeds will be donated to a local charity TBA

April 20

Spring Style Preview Plonk 5:30 pm- Sit, sip, and savor the spring fashions at Plonk. You won’t want to miss the styles in this show. Bring your buds and order up some fun!

April 22

Earth Day Glamour Shots with Chris La Tray and Statriot Designs new T release party 3-5 pm Betty’s Divine- You can imagine the creative looks you can create with an Earth Day theme. Capture all of the natural magic and fun at Betty’s Divine. Be one with your inner style maven.

Trendsetters at the U fashion show 3:30-4:30pm The Oval on UM’s campusSchool isn’t out yet so be sure you make it to this campus style event! Strut your college style.

Oxygen Bar Betty’s Divine- Take a deep breath…and inhale the spring chic! Betty’s brings you an experience like no other with style and O2.

April 23

Pop-up Floral Crown Workshop with Habitat Floral 2-6 pm at Cloth and Crown $25/per person & instructing groups of 5 at a time on a first come first serve basis (from 2-6pm) Gather your ladies, for snacks & sips and enjoy 15% off storewide.

April 24

Champagne Pedal Boutique Tour with Thirst Gear 12-2 pm and 2-4 pm Visit www.thirstgear.com to sign up! Limited availability!- IT’S BACK! This is a very popular past time of spring fashion week in Zootown so get your spot NOW

April 24

Cold Moon Collective Pop-up Bazaar 1-6 pm Montgomery Distillery- Don’t miss this amazing fashion experience complete with cocktails!

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clothing available at Mood Boutique photo by Tyler Wilson

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spring 2016

celebrate spring! T By Taylor Skansi

he thawing of winter brings so many wonderful opportunities to celebrate change in the arrival of spring. Perhaps one of the best ways to celebrate this change is through your wardrobe. There are few better feelings than that you get from putting away those winter boots and heavy scarves in favor of strappy sandals and flowing florals. There’s no better time to update your look than when the birds begin to chirp and you can feel the sun kissing your cheeks. This spring, the name of the game is versatility. Whatever your mood, you’re bound to find something to your liking in the upcoming seasonal trends. What look do you want to celebrate this spring? Are you looking to focus on your natural beauty or draw out your crazy fun personality? Whether you fall in the first or second category, you’ll find something that fits you perfectly this season. Gentle, earthy tones are making a statement of their own this season, using their simplicity to accentuate natural beauty. Soft cream colors play well with others and can be contrasted with maroons, deep blues, or purples, or complimented with golds and other blush colors. Look for cream dresses with subtle lace designs or a flowing statement top to pair with jeans for a look that’s effortlessly chic. If you’re looking to make a statement and embrace your outgoing side, try a romper for a carefree look that’s both comfortable and on trend. The beauty of a romper is that is can be dressed up for a sophisticated chic look, or dressed down to take you back to sweet sunny days spent in the park as a child with a much more casual vibe. If you’re not sure about Flowing dresses in geometric patterns or a bold stripe are a sure way to turn heads and with a playful feel to get you excited for the upcoming summer season. Spring fashion is often marked with sweet patterns and pastels. This year, don’t be afraid to break from that shell and demonstrate a bolder look. With the resurgence of a few popular 90’s trends, don’t be afraid to rock your doc martens or leather jacket in May. Make them appropriate for spring by adding lighter elements to contrast like a floral skater dress, creating an edgy but wearable spring look. There are a couple of versatile items that you won’t regret having in your closet this season. They can be worn in a variety of ways, lending you a new look with each wear and changed accessories. Here are some of our favorites.

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Casual black and white striped dress

A casual striped dress can be dressed up with a pair of beige wedges and a statement necklace for a night on the town or dressed down with converse or sandals and a hat to stroll through the farmers market.

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available at mood boutique

Distressed denim

Whether boyfriend or skinny is your style, the added texture brings a little excitement to an understated look. Pair it with your favorite bands t-shirt for a 90â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inspired grunge look, or with a flowing top to show your happy-go-lucky side.

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Bohemian blouse

No one likes feeling restricted by their clothes, and a free-flowing top is a great way to embrace the new freedom the sunny weather brings. Long loose sleeves are a great fashion forward way to keep comfortable in the period where youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not ready to break out the tanks, but not cold enough to bundle up in a sweater.

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Chambray shirt

Unbuttoned and thrown over a dress with the sleeves rolled up, or fastened with a colored pant, a chambray shirt is a fantastic way to display your own personal style while incorporating a comfortable trend. If you’re going to embrace the denim on denim “Canadian tuxedo” make sure your denims are different shades, keeping in mind lighter tones tend to draw attention and darker shades are slimming.

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issoula is a town full of things to do and places to be seen and spring means warm weather and outdoor events. Show off your Missoula style at some of our most beloved happenings including Roots Fest and the Farmers Market. Check out these great looks for ideas! available at apricot lane

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river city roots fest

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downtown tonight

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farmer's market

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Accessories galore T he right amount of sparkle can make an outfit and add that little bit of “umpf”. This spring vintage golds in geometric shapes and statement necklaces rule the day. Don’t discount the power of a good sun block to top off your day strutting your stuff!

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simply skinsational T By Elli Schroeder

his summer it is all about healthy, glowing skin and bareMinerals has given us the tools to make it happen! The new SKINSORIALS skincare line, with its gorgeous textures, naturally derived scents and effective ingredients, is a must. The line consists of four cleansers and four moisturizers to choose from to help purify and hydrate your skin. For my oily skin, my personal favorites are the Clay Chameleon Cleanser paired with the Smart Combination moisturizer…..but I can’t skip the Skinlongevity Vital Power Infusion step! Skinlongevity is the first of its kind and is designed to reawaken and help maintain your skin’s most vibrant look of health. I swear its magic! And who can forget everyone’s favorite and absolute must for summer – Complexion Rescue! It is your moisturizer, sunscreen (SPF30), and coverage all in one. Complexion Rescue can even be applied with your fingers so it is perfect for on the go! bareMinerals is also launching the all NEW Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Daily Prep Lotion and the Invisible Light Treatment powder this month to make our transition into summer even easier! We asked our bareMinerals Account Executive, Penny Lehmann, what 2016 had in store for us and this is what she had to say. “What makes you feel beautiful?” is the question bareMinerals is asking customers in 2016. Makeup can be as much or as little as you want it to be, enhancing your natural beauty. The introduction of our new SKINSORIALS skincare line bridges great skin with all six bareMinerals core complexion categories infusing your skin with mineral rich ingredients. – Penny Lehmann, bareMinerals Account Executive. Summer is also a great time to switch up your scent. Vanilla Summer from LAVANILA has the perfect base of Madagascar vanilla beans with hints of fresh mango, pineapple, creamy coconut milk and island sugar cane. This scent screams summer! Or the new Pure Grace Summer from philosophy helps make everyday feel like summer. The Pure Grace Summer Dry Body Oil Shimmer Spray is so fun! It leaves you feeling soft and smooth with a subtle hint of shimmer. I LOVE it on my legs! Let us help you get ready for summer with the products that make you feel confident! Smooch Cosmetic Boutique is located at 125 East Main Street in Downtown Missoula. Thank you for shopping local!

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bareMinerals Complexion Rescue $29.50 Available in 10 shades (Soon to be 16!)

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bareMinerals BareSkin Sheer Sun Serum Bronzer $28

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ou don’t always have time to prep for your hot date after your 9 to 5. There aren’t always hours to try on your whole wardrobe before you meet the girls for drinks after your shift. Small changes to key pieces make your life and your style easy. Just adding a new handbag or going from flats to heels can make big differences. These are all items you can stuff in your briefcase or keep in your car and switch out easily when you’re crunched for time. A sexy dress with a tailored blazer for work can be traded for some statement jewelry.

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Removing a jacket & adding a sexy clutch takes these outfits from professional to hot in seconds.

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This Hands to Heart Dress is all about comfortable spring style. When you trade a cute Pistol hat for chic booties this outfit goes from uptown to downtown with these small changes. Add a bold necklace by Sibilia and hit the town.

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When you’re running errands but need to meet the girls for a night out, you can trade a comfy poncho for a statement tank top and a hot red clutch and you’re ready to hit the town.

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outdoor style Z

ooTown offers so many outdoor adventures you still want to be fashionable while functional! A sleek windbreaker or colorful yoga pants are just some of your staples for this spring.

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