Ikat is undeniably one of my favorite patterns around (if you could even call it a pattern!). I love the color it can lend to decor or an outfit, and I also appreciate it for that little bit of eclecticism it brings to the party. It’s such a visual jolt. Though, with patterns that can often be quite bold, I understand why some people might not gravitate to it as much.
But if you’ve ever wanted to give ikat a try, there’s no better time than summer. Something about it just screams HOT to me! I am still on the lookout for a new bikini for the season, and am dying to find an bandeau suit with an ikat print. Anyone seen any?? (UPDATE: Thanks to Emily’s suggestion, I’m the proud new owner of a super cute J.Crew ikat bikini. Will report back on how it looks!)
1. Tracy Reese embroidered dress, via Nordstrom | 2. Shoshanna bikini | 3. Nanette Lepore tunic, via Bloomingdales | 4. Calypso St. Barth ikat bikini | 5. Shoshanna one-shoulder dress, on sale via Lord & Taylor | 6. Natori beach towel, via Bloomingdales | 7. Assorted pillows, via Nordstrom | 8. Journal, via Anthropologie | 9. Clutch, via Anthropologie | 10. Assorted towels, via Anthropologie | 11. Mare Tunic, via LemLem | 12. Shoshanna Murano Dress, via Piperlime | 13. Calypso St. Barth Kerala Tie Dye Dress | 14. Neoplastic Bangle, via Anthropologie | 15. ZigZag Embroidered Shirt, via Calypso St. Barth | 16. Dress via LemLem
I don’t think that initially (way back when) that I was a big fan of Ikat…especially since I apparently didn’t know how to pronounce it! (c: But it has completely converted me into a fan of epic proportions…we all need a little ikat in our lives…like that freakin’ amazing anthro clutch…oh yeah baby!
Don’t worry, I didn’t know how to pronounce it correctly until recently either….when a fabric store owner corrected me. Kinda embarrassing (I’m such a rookie), but I’m glad he told me!! In case anyone else out there is wondering, it’s ee-cot.
Ooh, great choices! I covet the Nanette Lepore tunic, those pillows (great price) and that adorable clutch.
Absolutely love all of your picks. Anything with a little bit of a tribal feel is so perfect for summer!
http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/swim/specialswimsizes/dcup/PRDOVR~44535/99102367033/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~15~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~ikat/44535.jsp !!!!
Oh that’s cute. Real cute. How did I not see this????
Also love that the top can be sized perfectly.
I’m a big fan of it too. Just love all of these pieces :)
i love those anthro towels! they’re screaming light, airy, beachy bathroom.
great collages!
great picks! whyyyyy is that presh anthro clutch so many dollas??? i feel like it should be mine . . .
I want that Tracey Reese dress and Anthro purse!! Looove all of these items – the pattern, the colors, oh la la!
Oh I have a MAJOR crush on all things ikat…this post is AWESOME!