Wednesday, May 2, 2012

girls do not dress for boys. they dress for themselves.


Fashion is a beautiful expression of the way we see ourselves. While there are many designers I admire and adore, there is none more than Betsey Johnson. I love the bold, fun, edgy, retro elements found in everything she creates. Every Betsey Johnson piece has personality.


With the sad news that the famed fashion designer has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, and that many Betsey Johnson stores will be closed, I needed to cheer myself up by soaking up her design aesthetic.

Dramatic colours, shapes, and prints are only a small part of what makes her designs so dynamic. There is a youthful energy to her collections, full of wild, untamed enthusiasm. It is easy to fall in love with Betsey!







Are you a fan of Betsey?

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21 comments:

  1. LeeloMay 2, 2012 at 11:04 AM

    She is an amazing designer!

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  2. Jayme @ Her Late Night CravingsMay 2, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    I love her! She's is so fun and out there! Sad to hear that!

    Jayme @ Her Late Night Cravings

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  3. Ioana-CarmenMay 2, 2012 at 1:53 PM

    this is beautiful!
    Fashionspot.ro

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  4. Katy - Giggles And MakeupMay 2, 2012 at 1:53 PM

    She designes some amazing clothes!
    gigglesandmakeup.blogspot.co.uk/

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  5. JMay 2, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    That's too bad.... I love her creations!

    xxLiora
    lioraatsea.blogspot.com

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  6. BaurMay 2, 2012 at 3:06 PM

    Wow they look great!

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  7. UnknownMay 2, 2012 at 5:33 PM

    i am so sad to hear that...and we love her and her look

    Love, www.TheShoeocracyBlog.com

    Za

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  8. UnknownMay 2, 2012 at 5:40 PM

    She's really amazing, such a diva!
    xoxo.
    laylafonseca.blogspot.com

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  9. Jessica & Justina TruBeautyGemsMay 2, 2012 at 9:10 PM

    Wow, I can't believe she is filing for bankruptcy. Some of her stuff is definitely too crazy for me, but a lot of it I do like. Its like nothing else! Very sad!

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  10. Christina Lala LamzMay 2, 2012 at 10:41 PM

    I know, I felt the same way. She's such a rebel and I love her unique style.

    XOXO

    http://landoflamz.blogspot.com/

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  11. UnknownMay 2, 2012 at 10:43 PM

    We were so shocked when we heard the news also. Betsey, Betsey...

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  12. JanandJill.comMay 2, 2012 at 10:57 PM

    While I don't own much Betsy Johnson, I really like her spunky style and I know what you mean, I was really sad when I heard the news about them filing ch. 11. I think it's too bad and she has such a cool personality, I own some Betsy Johnson luggage and I never lose them when they come pouring into baggage claim. they're SO bright.

    Nice post
    xoDale
    www.savvyspice.com

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  13. cecylia.comMay 3, 2012 at 12:27 AM

    SHe is an icon, fearless and bold to the bone. We don't have her in Australia but when I come to the US I will have to raid her shops

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  14. Flashes of StyleMay 3, 2012 at 7:33 AM

    Lovely! <3

    xx,

    Bonnie

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  15. AnonymousMay 3, 2012 at 7:34 AM

    love the tights!

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  16. EricaMay 3, 2012 at 8:48 AM

    I was shocked when I heard the news too... It's always a treat when you find a Betsey Johnson store! I know she has plans up her sleeve... or tulle skirt haha there is no way this is the end of Betsey.

    Erica
    In the Light of Style

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  17. ElisabethMay 3, 2012 at 8:49 AM

    I've never even heard about her, so it's nice that you've presented her! :) Thank you for the kind comment you left on my blog!

    xxx
    E from Helsinki
    http://dragonflyelisabeth.blogspot.com/

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  18. Denise PacurarMay 3, 2012 at 10:11 AM

    I'm not a HUGE fan but I have seen some really cute shoes and dresses at the store!

    <3 Denise

    http://allthingsnew-denise.blogspot.com/

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  19. Fashion-BridgeMay 4, 2012 at 5:08 AM

    Some pieces are really cute! And I totally agree about dressing for yourself! It'll be deadly borring to dress only for men...:)

    Xx

    Alexandra

    www.fashion-bridge.blogspot.com

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  20. Annie LMay 4, 2012 at 10:44 AM

    Total fan of Betsy and her fun, quirky designs. And your title says it all.
    xo Annie
    newenglandromance.blogspot.com

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  21. Heidi-likesMay 10, 2012 at 7:33 AM

    Me and my mum love Betsy, she's crazy and cool! I want those tights ;)

    http://heidi-likes.blogspot.co.uk

    xx

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