Monaco Miss

By Noelle Barbosa • April 23, 2012 • STYLE

Club Monaco (one of my favorite retailers) finally launched their highly anticipated online store. It’s about time, guys! I know I’m a few weeks late with this news, but just like Club Monaco, better late than never. This weekend, I was able to devote some quality time to browsing their spring 2012 collection. I loved the Style Muse section, which featured three women and their unique approaches to fashion. Upon carefully considering each style, I wondered if I was Quirky Sophisticate (eclectic, daring and free spirited), Effortless Parisian Chic (relaxed and simple, but always with a hint of glamour) or Elegant Edge (a mix of timeless style and rock-and-roll charm). Seeing as I didn’t believe one style captured my essence completely, I figured I was a fashionable fusion of all three. I was my own creation. I was Monaco Miss — a sophisticated style seeker who craved classics with a twist of trend and a pinch of prep. I love a traditional navy sheath paired with an unexpected red heel and Mediterranean–inspired clutch (like below). Here’s a look at the Monaco must-haves that I’m sighing for this spring.