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Get the Look: The Pineapple Fashion Trend

Not to go bananas—I mean pineapples—on you, but playing off my roundup “Put a Fruit On It” in Sunday’s Boston Globe), followed up by the pineapple centerpiece, I’m offering up 40 examples of pineapple fabulousness from StyleCarrot partners and others that illustrate this season’s pineapple fashion trend.

Inspired by Tory Burch’s pineapple obsession for spring (I’m not sure what’s up with that . . . I couldn’t find any quotes from her about it online), I found so many cute examples of on-trend pineapple-printed pieces, from pineapple handbags and jewelry to pineapple swimsuits and sweaters, I wanted to put them all out there for you. And with its preppy aesthetic, its perfect for New England summers.

I think my favorite pineapple styles from the selection here (many of which are from my partner brands), are the Tory Burch pineapple beach shirt, the Chinti & Parker pineapple intarsia sweater, and the pineapple-embellished espadrille slip-ons by Soludos. And if I had a daughter I would be very tempted by that glittery pineapple purse from J.Crew.

While the best pineapple may well be served up in tropical cocktails, these pineapple fashions are pretty darn cute. If anyone’s interested in a pineapple decor roundup (minus the gold pineapple finials), I’m happy to oblige.

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1 Pineapple Picker Vinyl Tote by Kestrel, $144 at Nordstrom.

2 Ananas Pineapple Studs by Moon and Lola, $38 at Tuckernuck.

3 Emma Pineapple Sequined Sweater, $555 at Net-A-Porter.

4 Cork Convertible Clutch by Lenore by LaRegale, $43.40 at Kohl’s.

5 Pineapple Party Silk Scarf by Echo, $68 at Nordstrom.

6 Metallic Pineapple iPhone 5 Case, $15 at Topshop.

7 Lula Pineapple Wedges by Sophia Webster, $410 at Net-A-Porter.

8 Pineapple Clasp Belt, $14/set at Target.

9 Pineapple Slide, $195 at Tory Burch.

10 Vivia Woven Clutch by Koku, $175 at Net-A-Porter.

11 Pina Ring by Vera Xane, $98 at Nasty Gal.

12 Pineapple Scarf by Joy Susan, $24 at Casa.

13 Pineapple Sweater by Chinti & Parker, $505 at Net-A-Porter.

14 Vivian Satchel by Brahmin, $375 at Nordstrom.

15 Tashi Pineapple Espadrille, $59 at Lucky Brand.

16 Pineapple Stud Earrings by Lee Renee, $98 at Wolf & Badger.

17 Pineapple Print Tunic Shirt by MSGM , $398 at Intermix.

18 Printed Pineapple Cotton Skirt, $415 at Net-A-Porter.

19 Pineapple Straw Tote, $50 at Topshop.

20 Vivian Jacquard Clutch by Koku Vivia, $175 at Shopbop.

21 Pineapple Stud Earrings by BCBGeneration, $14 at Macy’s.

22 Global Bazaar Pineapple Dress, $86 at Sperry Top Sider.

23 Pineapple Tote by SO, $9.99 at Kohl’s.

24 Pineapple Charm Bangle, $28 at Alex and Ani.

25 Girls Glitter Pineapple Purse, $49.99 at J.Crew.

26 Pineapple Hearts Graphic Tee, $12.99 at Target.

27 Pineapple Stripe Tassel Scarf, $195 at Saks Fifth Avenue.

28 Foil Print Pineapple Swimsuit, $168 at Topshop.

29 Adele Pineapple Sneaker by Sophia Webster, $195 at Nordstrom.

30 Sailcloth Pineapple Clutch, $45 at Sperry Top Sider.

31 Mira Pineapple Beach Shirt, $250 at Tory Burch.

32 Knotted Pineapple Tote, $350 at Tory Burch.

33 Pineapple Box Bag by Skinnydip London, $48 at Nasty Gal.

34 Pineapple Crop Top, $29 at Pixie Market.

35 Pineapple Boyleg Maillot by Seafolly, $158 at Anthropologie.

36 Pineapple Key Fob, $60 at Tory Burch.

37 Pineapple Bikini Bottom, $95 top, $95 at Tory Burch.

38 Pineapple Bikini Top, $95 at Tory Burch.

39 Pineapple Espadrille by Soludos, $65 at Bloomingdale’s.

40 Bahamas Pineapple Espadrilles by KAANAS, $99 at Shopbop.

ARTmonday: Asia Kepke’s Self Portraits With Mannequin

Boston-based photographer Asia Kepke is a former model with a great sense of humor. Her series “Bridget and I” are self portraits starring a mannequin (Bridget, I presume) in all sorts of environments, indoors and out. She shot them over the course of ten years with a 4×5 camera (with the exception of the water images).

I discovered Asia Kepke’s self portraits at the SMFA Sale 2013, when I had one of her mannequin photographs in my hand, but ultimately didn’t buy it. (I now wish I had.) She also has a series of humans wearing horse and squirrel masks, but I will feature those another time. For now, let’s enjoy her journey with Bridget.

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Images courtesy of the artist.

Sunday Bouquet: Centerpiece With Pineapple

Tropical Centerpiece With Pineapple And Flowers

Pineapple centerpiece created by La Fleur Kitchen
for a workshop by The Brand Market
Photo by Esther Lee • In Honor of Design

Since I’m all about pineapples today (see my roundup “Put a Fruit On It” in today’s Boston Globe), I chose a pineapple centerpiece as this week’s Sunday Bouquet. This pineapple centerpiece looks super easy to make—a mini pineapple paired with feathery yellow flowers and ivy leaves in a honeycomb vase. Almost makes me want to have a party.

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Saturday Say It: Until Then If Not Before

Textual Neon Art By Jonathan Monk

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Swatching: Seema Krish’s New Textile Collection

Bombay-born, F.I.T.-educated textile designer Seema Krish, who founded her textile design firm in 2010 in Boston and re-located to San Francisco last year, will debut her new embroidered and hand blocked fabric collection “New York Story” this May.

Like Krish’s first textile collection and her second, “Bombay Glitz,” the “New York Story” fabrics are produced by hand in India with techniques that include block print and embroidery. The collection consists of six designs each done in four to six colors, and was inspired by the colors of Bundi painting and the vibrant feel of New York City.

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