As more women begin to express their individual style with accessories that match their personalities, contemporary yet functional pieces are on the top of the wish list. 

What’s functional about great fashion you ask? It means it works for you, you look hot, but you’re comfortable.  If you can wear the four inch heals, fine. If you can’t lower healed shoes come in fabulous shapes and designs. And there’s always cowboy boots that work with anything…especially the new spring/summer dresses. Don’t be afraid to step outside your boundaries just a little.

Unique designs and color combinations can be had at extremely affordable prices. Bags made from recycled materials (see Sara Bella right here in Bend). The eco-friendly idea of creating fashion from discarded materials and reinventing used clothing into a new item is completely in vogue.

Today’s world of fashion is edgy yet modern, simple yet sophisticated and practical for all lifestyles. If this seems a little too trendy, urban hip for Central Oregon you couldn’t be more wrong. Long gone are the days when you have to travel over the mountains for clothes, shoes and accessories. We have everything right here from the Old Mill District’s traditional shops to the streets of Bend and Redmond for something very original from the friendly boutiques.

Check out what’s happening at some of our favorite shops: Bella Moda (both recycled and new hot stuff), Desperado (truly a western edge perfect for the high desert), Romantique (always the place to spice up your wardrobe) and Cowboy Cash (the best recycled western wear and home décor). PHA