THE NON CLASSIC CLASSIC

For over 20 years I have been actively singing the praises of animal prints, in particular leopard or cheetah as it may be known. I was first aware of its power when I was a buyer and soon found out that there is no season for it , other than it has tremendous commercial appeal at any level of retail and within almost any category you can think of. From bras to blankets and shoes to gloves, the appeal is almost universal.

In a time when we are all so aware of value and not spending our hard earned dollars in a foolish way, you will always make the right choice when you select leopard prints. This print is eternal as fashion itself. The beauty of it is simply that whether you shop at KOHLS, NIEMAN MARCUS or your local discount store , whatever your purchase you are guaranteed that it has staying power in the style department of your wardrobe. The trick of the purchase is to be aware that even though the pattern is season less, the fabrication may dictate when its wearabilty may be. Obviously, anything “furry”, whether it be hair calf or fleece is not suitable for Spring/Summer.

Leopard is most string when used as an accent or if you dare to wear it as the main pattern of your dress, leggings or blouse. I find it most used with black, most fashionably with red and most chic when worn with gray. Do not let the pattern scare you. It is difficult to make a mistake if you use the pattern sparingly.

I spent some time at the computer and came up with a wide selection of items, with a wide selection of price points, that will certainly get you thinking.

Oligo Giveaway #12 (Winner: Angela J. from Lakeport, CA)

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Oligoville has partnered with Jamie Kreitman, to bring you another great giveaway! Enter for your chance to win a Leopard Print Heart Tote from Jamie Kreitman.

19×20 with 28”handles and attached kiss closure coin purse. Light pink lining, inside zipper pocket and cellphone pocket. Wear you heart on your sleeve and love toting it!

A Little About Jamie Kreitman

Jamie Kreitman, a Brooklyn girl with a New York dream. Fashion obsessed since childhood. Fifth Avenue, her destination. Thrust into business by Henri Bendel. Whimsical knitwear in a colorful fashion became her credo. Customers clamored for her shaped jackets with touches of knitted teddy bears, hearts, flowers or hard candies. All SmileWorthy, all of stellar quality.

Once making a name for herself as SweaterGirl, next came T’s, yoga sets, Status flip-flops and Gummy Yummy handbags. Mix & match, match & mix-more funny, fun, fun! What a success! Fashionistas of all ages desperately seeking Jamie. Phone calls ‘round the clock from the fashion obsessed. Emergency pleas for the hottest, the newest, the latest.

Registration for this giveaway closes on Monday June 8th at 12:00 AM (CST). The winner will be randomly selected and announced in our next round of newsletters along with information to our next great giveaway. Please note, you must be living within the United States to qualify for this giveaway.

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