great necklaces

This preppy twist on classic plaid dress will look fantastic with flats and even cooler with a pair of clunky boots. Cristina Villalobos designs its with a polo shirt neckline and sleeves in a pink, light blue, and navy plaid pattern. The cool cotton blend knit makes it a great pick for travel.

Cristina's work draws inspiration from traditional Peruvian techniques and materials, contemporary styles, and retro glamour. She is currently juggling working as a designer with finishing school and raising her son.

Fresh and flirty, this feminine drop-waist sundress is from artisan Galuh Kenanga of Bali. The artisan carries on the ancient art of batik, which uses wax-resist methods to create the beautiful purple and white floral pattern on soft and fluid woven rayon. the sleeveless dress features a scoop neckline and a ruffled skirt that hits above the knee.