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7 Fall Outerwear Designers You Don’t Want to Miss

Fall is right around the corner, and while we don’t want to think about school supplies quite yet, we are definitely ready to start collecting and curating our fall outerwear. Here are the designers we can’t get enough of.

William Okpo

Case in point: Varsity of Love

William Okpo, a label founded by two sisters whose parents immigrated to the United States from Nigeria, explores the intersection of old and new cultures. The “WO” on the Varsity of Love jacket pays homage to the sisters’ father. Pair it with a Body Bark turtleneck tank, and also check out the oversized eyelet trend in their current collection.

The Arrivals

Case in point: HTML Moto

The Arrivals is a direct-to-consumer company obsessed with providing functional, architectural clothing without retail markups. Their HTML Moto jacket, with its tongue-in-cheek :// on the back, is perfect over a Body Bark camisole for an edgy, casual look. We’re obsessed.

PM Waterlily

Case in point: Winter 2018 Collection

Patricia Michaels (you might recognize her name from Project Runway) draws inspiration from nature and her Native roots. Her pieces are custom-made in her studio in New Mexico, her home state. It might be a little early to buy from her Winter 2018 collection, but keep an eye on this structured, mandarin collar jacket that we adore — we can just picture it with Body Bark leggings.

Vivienne Hu

Case in point: Sleek Asymmetric Cape

Vivienne Hu’s ready-to-wear collection is feminine, classy and sometimes funky. We love it. See what we mean in the case of this colorful Asymmetric Cape, which you could wear with a Body Bark v-neck as an almost-invisible, cozy first layer.

Tibi

Case in point: Atticus Houndstooth Oversized Trench

Tibi has some unique offerings (patent wool, anyone?), but they also shine when it comes to plain old favorites. We’re fans of the Atticus Houndstooth Oversized Trench, where a tiny pattern meets an oversized cut, paired with a Body Bark crew neck. The look is different enough to stand out and classic enough to fit in.

Kate Spade

Case in point: Back Bow Flounce Jacket

We’re almost positive you’re familiar with Kate Spade, but we couldn’t leave this brand out when we saw this adorable hourglass-shaped jacket. It’s what we call errand-wear (or yoga-wear, or latte-wear) and fits cleanly over a colorful Body Bark tank.

Burberry

Case in point: Macramé Lace Trench Coat

This is another brand you’ve heard of, but no one does a trench coat like Burberry, and even though the Macramé Lace Trench Coat may be a splurge, it’s just so darn pretty. You could also check out the less-expensive Hooded Lightweight Oversize Parka, over a simple Body Bark scoop, if you’re in an area with fall rains.

August 9, 2017 0 comment

Fashion Work Wardrobe

3 Ways To Wear Body Bark To Work

Who else likes making a good investment? Like, getting Apple stock in its early days? Or buying (almost) any stocks Warren Buffett buys?

We all like to know that we’re spending smart and getting our money to work for us. But you don’t have to be a financial expert to make a good investment. Sometimes, it’s as simple as buying things for yourself, your family and your home that are made well, will last a long time and are versatile.

That’s kind of our thing at Body Bark. We want you to look and feel your best. We want you to be comfortable both with your fashion and with your eco-conscious purchases. We want you to have pieces that will work for you at the office, at the park, and anywhere else your busy life takes you. So with that in mind, here are a few Body Bark investments that will widen your work wardrobe and give you a great return on your investment.

For a summery corporate look

As the warm weather continues to roll in, try rotating this breezy look into your wardrobe: a turtleneck tank, seersucker suit and ankle-strap heels. Then (with the Belmont Stakes happening this past weekend, we have pearls and big floppy hats on our minds) you can easily dress down for a business brunch with an eye-popping Kate Spade.

For a business-casual look

Pair a three-quarter sleeve scoop neck with a brightly colored pencil skirt. Add some beige pumps to play it safe or some pretty floral sandals to add another pop of personality. With a scoop neck, you have options for jewelry: big beads and sparkles? A collection of tiny gold and silver pendants? No necklace, but statement earrings? A flowery headband? Or a sleek look with no jewelry at all?

Start with a classic white short-sleeve crew neck, and throw on a pair of boyfriend jeans and a long cardigan. You can throw on a pair of wedges if you’re in the mood to dress up a bit, but most days we’d just go with some chic Oxfords. One bonus to this look is that you can wear it every day, and it will work for spring, fall, and depending on where you live, a month or two of summer and winter. Which is great for you if, like at least one big-name agency art director, you’d rather invest your creative energies in your work than i

For a creative-industry look n choosing a daily outfit!

June 14, 2017 0 comment

Beauty Fashion Features Jewelry

One Top Worn 3 Ways for a Summer Wedding

Everything seems crowded these days: our favorite restaurants, our Facebook timelines, our brains. One space that doesn’t have to be crowded, though, is the closet of a chic, stylish woman. When you have a few well-constructed basics and a few favorite signature pieces, you’ll have enough combinations to keep you dressed for any occasion.

This summer, let simplicity, comfort, and style win out. Start with Body Bark’s soft, eco-friendly Turtleneck Tank, and add on the following items to carry you through wedding season.

Look 1: The Outdoor Garden Wedding

Slip on a modern romance pencil skirt and a pair of block-heeled ankle strap sandals (along with a wrap, in case it gets cool in the evening), and you’re ready to hit the garden. The block heels on the sandals are key — nobody wants to be punching holes in the turf with every step, and you’ll be thankful for some sturdy-yet-pretty footwear. Your look will be understated enough to not steal the bride’s thunder, but you’ll still turn heads with a sweeping skirt and flattering tank silhouette.

Look 2: The Urban City Shindig

Throw on a pair of culottes, quietly declaring your confidence in the way that only androgynous French pants can. Keep up the European globe trotter theme with a pair of cutout pointy-toed pumps. A slicked-back hairstyle will have you feeling like a runway model, and if you think you’ll head out to drinks afterward, bring a jean jacket as an after-wedding accessory.

Look 3: The Black-Tie Wedding

You can’t go wrong with a full ball skirt for the dressiest of events. Shimmery fabric adds an air of elegance and a creative pattern, print, and pockets will give your look a modern feel. Velvet pumps with gold piping will dial up the look so you’ll fit in with a posh crowd. Chandelier earrings, a sparkly clutch, nude nails and a twisted updo will complete this look and pull it all together.

May 10, 2017 0 comment

Fashion

This Is the Most Versatile Piece of Clothing You’ll Ever Own

Seriously.

Need some examples? Here are a few day-in-the-life scenarios to show just how versatile a Body Bark piece is.

For the executive

Kiana is an executive at a tech company. She has a penchant for classic accessories and a long list of client meetings and formal evening engagements.

A day in the life: Kiana layers a Body Bark Modest Scoop Long Sleeve with a blazer, pencil skirt and elegant pearl necklace. The shirt lays flat under her skirt, and the long sleeves add warmth under her blazer. But someone turned up the heat on in the boardroom, so she leaves the blazer on her chair while she confidently presents on her company’s shifting competitive set. After work, she meets a client-turned-friend for drinks, switching the blazer for a sweater jacket and adding some chandelier earrings.

For the mother

Sheree is a mom who used to be a high school track star. These days, she uses her speed to chase twin kindergarteners around.

A day in the life: Sheree wears Capri-length workout pants and a jean jacket over a Body Bark Tank to a PTA meeting, then ties the jacket around her waist to go on a walk with her neighbor before picking up some groceries and the twins. That evening, she switches the workout pants and sneakers for heels and pleather leggings for a girls’ night out.

For the adventurer

April is a travel writer who focuses on sustainable practices and efficient travel.

A day in the life: April’s flight leaves at 6 a.m., so she gets dressed in the dark in the outfit she laid out the night before: a tunic top, Leggings, and her favorite all-day flats. Her destination? Iceland. As usual, she’s traveling with a carry-on only, so the leggings will also serve as soft sleepwear and an extra layer under her snow pants when she goes on a glacier tour.

Finally, women like these aren’t the only ones who love Body Bark. For fashion buyers, Body Bark inventory moves all year long — summer tops layer smoothly and provide a soft underlayer for scratchy sweaters, and long-sleeved tops offer just the right amount of coverage on breezy summer nights. Manufactured in the US, Body Bark is made from sustainable beech trees, and this fabric holds its shape, color, softness and fit through washing after washing. Try it and see just how versatile a wardrobe essential can be!

March 20, 2017 0 comment