Cold Shoulder + Off-the-Shoulder Tops We Love (Plus Covered-Shoulder Looks Still Totally On-Trend)

It’s here to stay…at least for another year!  Autumn/Winter 17 Collections are showing the cold shoulder and off-the-shoulder everywhere, covering all styles from tops, dresses, and sweaters.

While buying, we keep *you* in mind. Our customer is shopping for more of the feminine and classic pieces mixed with current trends, like a simple black top with a tie sleeve or this Victorian blouse from Alice & Olivia above.

The pro’s to the cold shoulder trend…

• You can wear a bra!
• Show a little skin, but still cover your insecurities.
• Wear a classic piece with a current and edgier spin.

The sister trend, off-the-shoulder, is also very prominent in collections throughout the spring and can be exciting for someone who isn’t afraid to wear a strapless bra (or doesn’t need to wear one!).

And, knowing these trends aren’t for everyone, we brought in some alternative “trendy” options, like the choker top, which I personally love, and own, AND am wearing as I write this piece…

…or this sweater with a keyhole back, which allows for a different approach for showing some skin (or a cami).

Maybe showing skin isn’t your thing — you could try our tie dye top with a fun sleeve detail!

I’ll leave you with one last thought. For most of our customers, the key ingredient to a successful outfit is buying for your body and not for “what’s hot, now.” So don’t be afraid to say no! (Or yes!)

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Sarah Felton

Kiskadee

703.549.0813

Sarah moved to Alexandria in 2013 with her then boyfriend, now husband, from New England. She has worked in a variety of retail settings, in addition to law firms, non-profits, and even as a government contractor. After briefly entertaining an idea of a career with the USDA, she decided to come back full time to her one true love, helping women find their voice and confidence through clothes. With a background in small boutiques, personal styling, and fashion merchandising, she brings honest opinions and creative apparel solutions for each individual person and shop she works with. She is officially back at her stomping ground, Kiskadee, where her venture into Alexandria retail all began.

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Looking for a killer cocktail number for the latest party? Shoes for running around town? Eye-catching separates for lunch at Cheesetique? Kiskadee has you covered. A favorite destination in the heart of Del Ray, shopping this boutique is akin to browsing your friend's lust-worthy closet. Kiskadee is fun, flirty and full of original designers,a ll presented to you with a focus on personal service. You will always be welcomed by a friendly face, eager to assist!

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2205 Mount Vernon Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22301

703.549.0813