It’s Never Too Early to Shop for Spring Cocktail Parties!

As part of my fashion preview series, here's designer Julian Chang's latest spirit-elevating collection. Can you say, Springtime?

I'm CrAZy about Julian Chang's fresh springtime palette. Have fun mixing and matching!
I'm CrAZy about Julian Chang's fresh springtime palette. Have fun mixing and matching!

Sure, it’s a frosty New Jersey day that forces us to bundle up in heavy coats, hats and boots, but let’s turn our thoughts to warmer temps just around the corner…

This flirty collection, made in the U.S.A., features silks and cottons, all created from wrinkle-free stretch fabrics. Perfect for cocktail parties on the patio, don’t you think? Ooh la la.

“For Spring 2015, I focused on bright colors and easy silhouettes combined with a Miami flair. My inspiration was the modern woman who is practical, but also desires to make a lasting impression and stand out. She is confident and fashion savvy,” says Julian Chang.

The collection, designed to flatter most body types, focuses on retro-inspired prints and vibrant hues including hot pink, jade and royal blue.

“I love to play with print on print, as well as interesting necklines and maxis, so yes! This collection is all about the maxis,” the designer adds.

His contemporary women’s collection sells in more than 600 boutiques worldwide, and he also creates custom designs for celebrities like Britney Spears and Gloria Estefan. You can find Julian Chang at many of my favorite New Jersey shops like Red Toad in Peapack, The Bee in Bayhead and Jia Boutique in Millburn. Or check out this complete list of Garden State retailers.

It’s never too early to shop for spring pretties, a perfect activity to chase away the February doldrums!

 

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