Storque articles by cuppycakegumdropshttp://www.etsy.com2007-10-30T06:46:00-05:00All the news that's fit to serve for cuppycakegumdropsTrends: Houndstooth Sophisticate2007-10-30T06:46:00-05:00cuppycakegumdrops, TeenAngsterhttp://www.etsy.com/storque/spotlight/trends-houndstooth-sophisticate-497/
<p>A wise woman once said, "Houndstooth is the new polka dot."</p><p>As trendsetting fashion mavens, we here at Etsy take this wisdom quite seriously. (Besides, we all know that polka dots are <em>so</em> passé — houndstooth is a classic! Color me British, y'all!) </p><p>For this week's trend, we've assembled an outfit (minus the boots, sadly!) that you can put together right here on Etsy. Let's start from the top:</p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7268498"><img src="http://www.etsy.com/storque/media/article_images/hounds_hat.jpg" alt="" /></a><br />This dapper lil cap by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7268498">BKMHattitude</a> is a cute mixture of masculine and feminine styling. The shape is military, the print graphic. </p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7075897"><img src="http://www.etsy.com/storque/media/article_images/HOUNDSdress.jpg" alt="" /></a><br />This adorable babydoll dress by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7075897">papaya</a> mixes a fashionable shape with the classic print, combining for ultimate appeal. </p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6832292"><img src="http://www.etsy.com/storque/media/article_images/houndpurse_copy.jpg" alt="" /></a><br />Can't forget accessories! This <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6832292">floral print clutch</a> by <a href="http://lalabags.etsy.com">lalabags</a> breaks up the pattern of the outfit (don't wanna get too busy!), but still packs a hidden houndstooth punch on the inside. </p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7398054"><img src="http://www.etsy.com/storque/media/article_images/HOUNDSnecklace.jpg" alt="" /></a><br />What a beautiful piece. <a href="http://etcetrix.etsy.com">Etcetrix</a> got it right by mixing metals, acorns and small houndstooth detailing on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7398054">this necklace</a>.</p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7237880"><img src="http://www.etsy.com/storque/media/article_images/HOUNDShoodie.jpg" alt="" /></a><br />This <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7237880">blue velvet riding hoodie</a> by <a href="http://bonspielcreation.etsy.com">bonspielcreation</a> isn't a houndstooth find, but it has the right "riding my horse, I'm English, and enjoy comfort" vibe that works well with the outfit. Wouldn't you agree? </p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6713928"><img src="http://www.etsy.com/storque/media/article_images/HOUNDSdogoutfit.jpg" alt="" /></a><br />Pups gotta be fashionable, too! This <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6713928">little doggie romper</a> by <a href="http://meanypie.etsy.com">Meanypie</a> will keep your pet warm and cozy, while multi-tasking as a cute accessory for your own outfit. </p><p><strong>And just for kicks, here are a few more outfit options! </strong></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7577963"><img src="http://www.etsy.com/storque/media/article_images/HOUNDSimyrpres.jpg" alt="" /></a><br />When I think of houndstooth, I think of heavy wool capes, jaunty English caps and draping ascots. This <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7577963">bubble hem babydoll dress</a> by <a href="http://imyourpresent.etsy.com">imyourpresent</a> showcases modern styling with a miniature houndstooth pattern, mixing old and new. </p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7322208"><img src="http://www.etsy.com/storque/media/article_images/HOUNDSshortie.jpg" alt="" /></a><br />Who says houndstooth has to be back and white? This <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7322208">shorty jacket</a> by <a href="http://flutter.etsy.com">flutter</a> has a fresh take on a classic pattern, in a brown and teal that really pops. </p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7397597"><img src="http://www.etsy.com/storque/media/article_images/houndtie.jpg" alt="" /></a><br />For men who are lovers of both cats and fashion, these <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7397597">catstooth (houndstooth) ties</a> by <a href="http://toybreaker.etsy.com">toybreaker</a> are where it's at. Take it to the hoop, guys! Cats and suits! Cats and suits!</p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7514547"><img src="http://www.etsy.com/storque/media/article_images/HOUNDScalligraphy.jpg" alt="" /></a><br />These <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7514547">calligraphy necklaces</a> by <a href="http://paraphernalia.etsy.com">paraphernalia</a> are the perfect complement to houndstooth's angular patterns. Some curlicues take the edge off the idea of wearing a loud pattern, and it fits the Victorian/Sherlock Holmes ideal I have in my head. </p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7442901"><img src="http://www.etsy.com/storque/media/article_images/HOUNSDbags.jpg" alt="" /></a><br />This roomy <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7442901">shoulder bag</a> by <a href="http://revolutionoftheheart.etsy.com">revolutionoftheheart</a> has the skills to pay the bills. Metal accents, houndstooth, and a bow? Color me a Brit in love!</p><p>This Trends piece has an associated <a href="http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=13586">Treasury</a>! Check it out and give it some love!</p>