Spring Cleaning Your Closet

Spring is around the corner—it’s the time of year when you’re just dying to hit up your favorite clothing store to update and upgrade your wardrobes. Nearly every fashion boutique already has their spring collections in, making a shopping spree irresistible. Yet that means you may need to make some room in your closet—what should you keep and what should you save?

It’s best to employ a strategy for editing your closet, before you head out to your favorite fashion clothing store. Luckily, we’ve got the perfect plan of attack for making the most of your South Bay fashion collection. Start by creating several sections or piles of clothes—those Alberto Makali evening dresses you absolutely love, along with the clothes you never tire of wearing should compile one section. Then separate the rest of your wardrobe with clothes you rarely wear or seem out of fashion, and those you never wear and no longer fit.

The first step is to get rid of the clothes you’ll never wear. Be honest with yourself—if you haven’t worn something in a year, it’s time to go. Either let your friends shop that section of your closet or donate to a women’s shelter or to Dress for Success. While you may be over certain South Bay fashion items, others may fall head over heels with the same pieces. Then evaluate your other section of clothes—the ones you rarely wear or no longer fit. For example, if you’ve got a gorgeous item of Dismero clothing that just doesn’t fit you right, you can probably sell it on an online fashion boutique that does consignment or on eBay—especially if it’s rarely been worn. Edit this section of your closet ruthlessly!

Next, figure out the top 10 things in your closet—that means your all-time favorite items. Whether they’re pieces from a stunning Alberto Makali evening collection or a basic yet stylish tee, lay them out on the floor and take note as to what these items have in common. Analyze the similarities—is it a sign you need to shop for some exciting items to shake things up, or are these styles that are most faltering to you? Once you do this, you’ll know exactly what you need to look for on your next shopping spree.

Fashion Clothing Store Strategies

With a new shopping season on the horizon, now is the time to tighten up your shopping strategy so you can make the most of your trips to your favorite fashion clothing store and the mall. Here are some tips from the stylists at JONATHAN, who are seasoned experts at combing the racks to find the best of the best in South Bay fashion and beyond.

Whether you’re visiting bridal shops in Redondo Beach to find that perfect dress for the big day, or simply looking for a wardrobe update, if you’re on a serious mission, it’s best to fly solo. While it can be so much fun to shop with friends, if you need to focus and have a serious objective, you’ll reach it faster by shopping alone.

Regardless of what you’re shopping for, make sure you bring essentials on your visit to a fashion clothing store. Make sure to wear the right bra and even bring options such as backless or strapless undergarments so that you can see exactly what a dress or outfit will look like when you wear it. This is especially critical when you’re shopping for a special event or checking out bridal shops in Redondo Beach for bridesmaids or family of the bride dresses. You may even want to bring Spanx or high heels along so that you can honestly assess the look.

Another key tip is to put a limit on your shopping time—keep it at between two to three hours. Even when you’re at your favorite fashion boutique, where you always love what you buy, after a few hours your resolve starts to weaken or you may feel discouraged after looking unsuccessfully for a few hours. Remember, you don’t need to find everything you’re looking for in one trip.

Whenever you stumble upon a sale, whether it’s on a stunning Alberto Makali evening collection or other South Bay fashion favorites, be wary of discounts and final markdowns if you’re not really looking for what’s on sale. The sense of urgency and incredible pricing may get you caught up in the moment, and you may buy things you’ll never end up wearing—and with end of season sales, return policies are usually nonexistent. An exception to this rule is in regards to little black dresses and special event ensembles—even if your calendar is empty for the moment, it’s bound to fill up, and there’s nothing like already having a plethora of options in your closet.

Spring Trends from Fashion Week

New York Fashion week just wrapped—and as the premier fashion clothing store in the South Bay, we’re bringing you our reports straight from the runways. Color was everywhere, from bold, solid color pieces to cheery color blocking. Vibrant prints from head-to-toe were reflected in every collection, from Alberto clothing and Dismero clothing to an array of designers that are already extremely popular in the South Bay fashion scene.

Vivid florals and mirror-like geometric shapes were coupled with classic black blouses and pants. Pops of fun hues of orange, tangerine and coral were prevalent in almost every collection, including Lafayette 148, which is one of the most popular designers among customers of our fashion clothing store. Head to toe in one color makes for a chic, effortless look this season, and is a trend that is already taking effect among Redondo Beach fashion ensembles. For those who don’t like to go too bright, there were also lots of feminine pastel hues to exude a low-key, ladylike vibe.

Pixilated prints and swirling graphics give a fresh feeling to played out, classic patterns like plaids and stripes. Futuristic prints are already popping up among all the favorite South Bay fashion designers. Pairing a futuristic piece with something simple like a classic tee makes for a stylish look that’s not too trendy and can easily go from day to night.

Another surprise was the uber contemporary blazer and dress shorts combination, for a leggy look that can be office-appropriate, depending on your industry. Dismero clothing offered a series of great jackets, blazers and blouses in neutrals, nautical colors and pops of orange that are offered at our fashion boutique—perfect for pairing with stylish shorts or pants to create a new range of versatile outfits.

We can already tell from both the runways and the response at our fashion boutique that metallics and shine will be everywhere this season. In everything from wrap skirts and slim pants to silver and gold platforms, metallics make for easy glamour that steals the spotlight, even in ready to wear clothing. Shiny bronzes, emerald greens and other new hues give an entirely new take to the shine effect.

The Dos and Donts of Fashion Accessories

Fun fashion accessories can add a lot of value to your outfit, whether it’s a hair piece, a pair of shoes or even a belt or purse. The thing about fashion accessories is that you don’t want to overdo it, but you also don’t want skimp out on the accessories either. Too many accessories and people are going to notice your accessories more than that pretty frame of yours. Too few accessories, and you can end up just looking bland. But even when you have the right balance of accessories to go with your outfit, the wrong kind of accessories will sabotage a potentially killer outfit.

The key to mastering the artful application of fun fashion accessories is that the outfit itself always comes first. Some outfits require simplicity, while others might call for a little more elegance or even chunky fun. Pay attention to the color scheme of the outfit you are putting together as well as the texture, hem or pattern of the fabric you plan on wearing. A brightly colored floral dress, for example, doesn’t require much more than a simple hair piece while a simple black dress, on the other hand, may call for a little more color with belt or dangly earrings.

When it comes to designer fashion accessories from your favorite fashion clothing store, a good rule of thumb is to keep accessories in each area (ears, neck, fingers, wrist, head, etc) to a minimum and to never wear more than eight pieces of accessories at a time per outfit. Most importantly, let’s not forget to take the wearer of the outfit into consideration. The goal is to make the wearer look good in whatever South Bay clothing they are wearing. An outfit might look good on a mannequin, but it may not look as good on the wearer. All in all, tailor your outfit so that it best represents your personal style and makes you feel comfortable with how you look in south bay designer clothing.

Designers handbags for every occassion

Every great fashion clothing store compliments their designer collections with an array of handbags that convey their customers’ personal style and set off their favorite outfits. Whether you’re looking for a trendy “it” bag or a classic designer handbag, JONATHAN is the fashion boutique that carries wide-ranging alternatives for every single need.

As a premier fashion clothing store, we’re quite aware that there’s a definite thrill a woman gets when she finds a beautiful handbag. It’s not just a place to hold essentials—it’s an extension of style and personality. Therefore, we offer an array of handbags from chic designers to satisfy every type of customer. With collections from Olga Berg, Rebecca Minkoff, Sondra Roberts, Isabella Fiore, Due Fratelli and Miss MAK, there is literally something for everyone’s style—whether it’s laid back South Bay fashion or classic elegance.

At South Bay's premier fashion boutique, we make sure to carry functional and versatile fashion designer handbags in an endless variety of styles, shapes and textures. Our selection includes everything from oversized but chic hobos to beautiful statement piece clutches to complete a gorgeous evening look.

If you’re searching for that classic designer bag that will endure season after season, the stylists at Jonathan will help you find the perfect investment. If it’s a trendy bag you want to update your favorite outfits that in fashion this season, we’ll help you find that. As the purveyor of the best South Bay fashion, we’re experts at helping our customers find handbags that match their personality while exuding their own unique, stylish flair.

We understand that designer handbags are an important element of any wardrobe—if a bag is too big for a person’s frame or has too much hardware, it can ruin an entire look. Likewise, not everyone can pull off dainty clutches. If you’re style is more traditional, we’ll help you find classic silhouettes. If you personality is edgier, then we’ll steer your towards our riskier designers and more unique shapes.