Spooky Sweet Luella: Fall 2008

A dim, dreary day on the east coast this fine afternoon, and it seems only fitting to show a little fashion to match the mood. Taking a little trip in the way-back machine today, to the supremely wonderful, unique collection of Luella, circa Fall 2008. I just love this collection - that Wednesday Adams/Bohemian schoolgirl look is so mysterious and lovely. Also, I think we should all make a concerted effort to wear more witch and gnome haberdashery.





What I find so exciting about this collection is the way Luella Bartley successfully manages to capture that creepy feeling in what is obviously a Halloween inspired collection, without falling into the usual cliched traps surrounding this style and the elements usually used to invoke it. Gingham, puffed sleeves, and twill blend folk and contemporary elements to create a look that is sexy, yet extremely smart and eclectic, with a little bit of "BOO" thrown in for good measure.







Just the sort of thing you'd long to wear on a grim, rainy day...

To see more of the Luella Fall 2008 collection, click here.