2011 Spring/ Summer trend- Tassels

tas * sel  -  A bunch of loose threads or cords bound at one end and hanging free at the other, used as an ornament on curtains or clothing

           

                                        Tassels on a rug

                            

  Traditionally, tassels are a symbol of luxury. For centuries they have been used for decorations on curtains, drapes, and lampshades. Another unique fashion piece that has many versatile uses.

                            Tassels give great embelishment to these curtains

  I first noticed the tassel trend on purses a couple months ago, and then started noticing them on clothing. 

                                  

                          Tassel Clutch

                            

                                                          

                                     Tassel  Purse    

                                                                                  

                                                    




                                        Jessica Simpson with a tassel bag

                                                            

Tassels make great additions to any garment piece...

     

                                        Blouse embellished with cream tassels

                                     

                                 

                                                         Navy blouse with tassels (thats 2 huge trends in one)








                                    There are so many cute dresses right now with tassel embellishments....

                                                                                    
                                            Grey tassel dress                                                 

                                            

                                                   

                                                

              Check out this fun Cynthia Rowley tassel skirt. So bright!

                                                                           

And don't forget the matching shell...

                                                                       
                                                                        

                                                                           

 Did I mention jewelry?

Check out Natalie Portman's Tiffany and Co. Tassel earrings that she wore to the Oscars. So beautiful.

                                  

     I loved everything about Natalie Portman's look for the Oscars- the color of her dress and earrings, as well as the actual dress itself.

                           Here is Ivanka Trump wearing a Tassel necklace

                                                                       




                               Black and gold tassel  necklace

                                          




                                                                  

                           Tassel earrings with something I adore- bows!                                                                                             











           Back to tassels being on everything, they are also on shoes. Whether they be flat boots or high heels, you can find tassels on any style of shoe this season.

                                                                             

                                                  

               

                                 

                          

 Tassels are also fond on accessories, like the cute belt below

                                                  

                                                   



So whether it's a purse, some funky jewelry, or a pair of shoes- don't be afraid to rock tassels!