Trend Alert: Ombre
June 17th, 2008
Sure, you didn’t care too much for Tie Dye. But that doesn’t mean that you’re not into ombre, a dyeing technique that’s about the graduation of color from light into dark. Here’s Omiru’s top picks for ombre items to spice up your wardrobe–and your home:
Sophie Ombre Scarf | $7.80 at Forever 21
Add a dash of purple to your wardrobe with this cool ombre scarf.
Ombre Racerback Tank | $7.80 at Forever 21
This purple grey ombre tank will pair well with dark rinse jeans.
Cool Ombre Tumblers - Set of 12 |$24.99 at Target
Break these ombre tumblers out at your next garden party–or summer BBQ.
Our $$ Pick:
Ombre 16 Piece Dinnerware Set | $59.99 at Target
Make every meal an occasion with this ombre dinnerware set.
Our $$$ Picks:
ADAM Ombre Deep V Ruffle Dress | $445 at Shopbop
We love how the deep v-neckline and the ruffles on this ombre dress flatter women with a small bust.
LAMB Ombre Patent Manchester Bag | $495 at Shopbop
Yum! Isn’t this ombre patent leather bag simply delicious? We’re loving the deep red and purple colors.
Entry Filed under: Trend,Trendscape,Trendscape,Women
9 Comments
1. Nikki | June 17th, 2008 at 8:25 am
Trisha,
I found some plus size options for the Ombre trend! Hope you don’t mind my sharing.
Paired with a cute belt, this dress would be quite flattering:
http://www.alight.com/10112706.html
This may be a cute coverup or top with jeans:
http://www.avenue.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay
This shirt comes in SO many colors and would be so versatile:
http://www.avenue.com/womens/plus-size/815450284-orange-ombre-tee-plus-size-casual-sport.html
A more expensive ($$) option that would be easily dressed up:
http://www.evans.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=12553&catalogId=20554&productId=675025&categoryId=111956&parent_category_rn=111952
I also found a few cute tye-dye pieces around and about:
http://www.avenue.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay
http://www.avenue.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay
Enjoy!!
2. Trisha | June 17th, 2008 at 9:14 am
Hi Nikki,
Thanks so much for sharing! The URLs for the second and the two last items don’t seem to be working–would you please send me the URLs? I love your other choices…
-Trisha
3. Karo | June 17th, 2008 at 9:38 am
I LOVE ombre! Especially on scarves and dresses like you showed here. Any cute mid-priced options you’d recommend?
4. Nikki | June 17th, 2008 at 12:37 pm
Sorry about that!
http://www.avenue.com/womens/plus-size/815451029-orange-tie-dyed-mesh-top-plus-size-trendy-tops.html
http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=309536&CategoryID=34092
5. Trisha | June 18th, 2008 at 12:29 am
Nikki – No worries, and thanks so much for finding these lovely ombre styles
Karo – Here’s a few mid-priced dresses that are worth taking a look at:
Donna Morgan Sleeveless Ombré Dress | $118 at Nordstrom
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2977390
Kenneth Cole Reaction Ombré Halter Dress | $149 at Nordstrom
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2970330
BR Monogram ombre georgette dress | $225 at Banana Republic
http://www.bananarepublic.com/browse/product.do?searchCID=25789&pid=583246&scid=583246002&vid=1
6. Maxi-jewels | June 18th, 2008 at 8:59 am
Wow, like these tie dye! And surely they are at great value and TRENDY!
7. Josh | June 18th, 2008 at 11:51 am
The Gap has Ombre/Dip Dye pieces as well right now:
http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?searchCID=25781&pid=586026&scid=586026042&vid=-1
http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?searchCID=25781&pid=559974&scid=559974012&vid=-1
8. Myself | June 18th, 2008 at 2:33 pm
Seems like the more chic alternative to Tie-dye. Believe me, I love this stuff.Thanks for posting!
9. Nancy Johnstone | June 12th, 2012 at 10:09 pm
HELP Did the LAMB Manchester Tote come in a extra large size??? Ebay is showing a extra large. I cannot find that it did come out is it a fake?