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The fringe trend is not going anywhere soon.  And it refuses to be pigeon-holed as a fall/winter trend either.  This summer is full-on fringe everywhere you turn.

This modern take on bohemian should be limited to one item per outfit.  Whether a large or small item is up to you, but don’t go crazy as it can be overpowering.  Easiest way to work fringe into your wardrobe would be with a staple item like shoes or a handbag – add a splash of style to a jeans and tank outfit.  Don ‘t forget Accessories! Fringed earings, necklaces and even bracelets are easily add instant pizzaz.

Fringe is not just for casual attire, it can also be sexy.  It graced this seasons runways in collections from Hermes to Vivienne Westwood both of which are known to make a woman look and feel like a seductress.  Fringed dresses and tanks are perfect for this look and if you really like to push boundaries opt for a sheer version and pair with a nude tank.

As if we didn’t love Canadian based Matt & Nat enough for their animal-friendly vegan handbags, they have gone and raised the bar again with their new sister line Samsara.

Samsara (meaning rebirth in Sanskrit) stays true to the Matt & Nat luxury we have grown to love with their pebbled textures and bold detailing.  The twist with this new line is one dollar from every bag sold will be donated to the charity of your choice, all you need to do is vote.

Log on to http://www.sam-sara.ca/ and choose the bag that catches your eye and the charity that touches your heart.

You’ll be hard pressed to make it through this spring/summer without adding a bit of reptile into your life. Snake prints are in bold, bright or beige naturals – and are everywhere and anything you can think of.

Best options though are shoes – especially gladiators or slinky sandals; and hand bags – especially hobos or boxy totes. This Sang A River Square Tote is to drool over.

But if you want just a splash of python-like print try just adding stockings to pop out from pants. Secret Legwear spring collection in Coolmax has knee length in beaded leaves, giraffe (shown here) or aztec diamond. They give the same illusion as a snake print to finish an outfit.

From styling Red Hot Chili Peppers videos to fashion forecasting writers, LA expats Jenny Graham and Toni Spencer launched tees line ‘Velvet’ in 1997 (Salma Hayek and Charlize Theron were among their many Hollywood fans).

The pair followed this success with Graham and Spencer in 2006, designing beautiful easy-to-wear pieces including chunky cashmere knits to print smock tops. My closet is full of both Velvet and Graham & Spencer. They’re my un-basic looking, basics.

So tickle me bagged to learn that Graham & Spencer are now launching a hand bag collection this Autumn. I’ve only seen a few and this clutch is ‘the pick’ from Elle UK and me (this clutch in red is stunning).

Fergie was a no show at the MTV Music Awards despite having some of the most popular songs and videos of the year, and won female artist of the year.

The Dutchess of Pop, Fergie, might have been too busy launching her new purses. Fergie has designed a line of bags for Kipling, the Belgian brand originally inspired by The Jungle Book.

Modeled after a few of her favorite looks, three collections of assorted silhouettes—hobos and handbags, messengers and clutches, cosmetic cases and fanny packs – will be released in waves throughout fall. The first collection is Naughty Scout and bags appear in appropriate Fergie names like Curious, Glamorous, Tasty Tasty and Vicious.

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