Statement Accessories

Fashion trends aren’t just about clothes. Denise Snyder of Mariel says it’s all about the extras. “Adding a bold, eye-catching necklace to a party dress and carrying a colorful clutch are easy ways to stand out in a crowd,” she said. Jewelry this season will be about large flowers, large gem inlays, and pieces full of personality.

Dress from Mariel, 303 Magazine

Major Metallics

Clothes and shoes will be adding a little glitz, sparkle and shimmer to your wardrobe this spring. “Metallic colors of all sorts are in style, whether it be gold, pewter, silver, bronze, you name it, it will work,” said Ilene Vivinetto of Scarpaletto. Also flattering the metallic accents are sequined blazers, shirts, and shoes.

Sheer It

Fashion trends get a little more revealing this spring with risque, sheer patterned tops and dresses. We can blame it on the heat. Designers are using cut-outs, slits and a lot of lace this spring, giving an innocent peek at the skin under the fashion.

Go Blue

Blues of all shades will be fashion forward this season. Look for everything from true navy to turquoise. “Blue is a nice change from the standard pastels and floral designs that show up every year at this time,” said Stacy McElhany of Violet boutique. “It will make a great statement.”

Pattern & Detail

Designers this spring are helping us by matching skirts and shirts that feature perfectly paired prints. “A lot of my spring items have two different patterns together on one dress or jacket, and it works nicely together, giving you lots of options to add accessories,” said Sabine Roccho of Eve boutique.

Boots & Wedges

“Boots with everything” will remain popular throughout the season, according to Vivinetto. Whether it’s accented cowboy boots or knee-high suede, boots are here to stay for awhile longer. Wedge shoes are also back, and will go perfectly with your light spring scarf. Think neutral colors and peep toes.

Other trends to keep an eye out for are military inspired clothes, boyfriend jeans, feathers and ruffles.

“There is definitely a rock ‘n’ roll edge to fashion this spring,” Snyder said. “It’s going to be a great season to have fun with the different trends.”

Located in Euclid Hall, an 1883 building that once housed the venerable Soapy Smith’s bar, this American tavern will focus on high quality and innovative pub food from around the world including housemade sausages, po’ boys, poutine and schnitzels.  An extensive beer selection and creative cocktails will drive the beverage program.

Euclid Hall will be open for lunch Monday through Friday and dinner nightly.

Read about all the new restaurants, boutiques coming to Larimer Square in 2010

• March 2 – Shred Your Threads Fashion Show, featuring Shredded Threads, J-Chan Designs, Buckley Omega & John Marie Designs
• March 9 – “She’s Out of My League”- movie launch event, featuring a Hpnotiq Birthday Affair for Misha Harris
• March 16 – St. Patrick’s Eve Party, drink specials all night
• March 23 – DVDJ Seth Abrumz & DJ Nick Skeet CD & DVD release party, featuring a fashion show by Division West of Cherry Creek

Call 720-560-4433 to reserve your table. 

• Ocean Prime (right), an upscale modern American Supper Club concept developed by restaurateur Cameron Mitchell, will occupy the Graham Building (formerly Z Gallerie). Read more about Ocean Prime’s move to Larimer Square.
• Goorin Bros, a fashionable hat company founded in 1895, will take the space at 1410 Larimer Square. More>>>
• Euclid Hall (formally Martini Ranch) will be home to a new restaurant concept driven by Beth Gruitch and critically-acclaimed Denver chef Jennifer Jasinski. More>>>
• Posh, a gift and home accessory shop, moves to 1439 Larimer Square (currently occupied by Violet). More>>>
• Violet, a women’s apparel shop, has relocated to 1411 Larimer Square.
• Blush, a women’s apparel boutique, also recently signed a lease with Larimer Square. More>>>

“We couldn’t be more excited about the changes and additions on the Square,” said Joe Vostrejs, chief operating officer for Larimer Associates, the Denver-based real estate investment and management firm that operates Larimer Square.  “This success is due in part to staying true to our vision for Larimer Square – to create a true destination, featuring chef-driven restaurants and owner-operated businesses that boast regionally-exclusive, innovative and unique offerings.”

For the past ten years, Larimer Square, under the direction of Vostrejs and Jeff Hermanson, chief executive officer for Larimer Associates, has gone through a dramatic repositioning movement. More than 90 percent of the property has been leased to new merchants in that time frame that fit the vision of distinctive urban shopping and dining. Larimer Square currently has more than 100 tenants with 40 retail/restaurant merchants in that mix.

>>> Read the full announcement here (pdf)

>>> Read the story in the Denver Post, Jan. 15.

The event is $95 per ticket and will take place from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information and dinner reservations call 303-996-9985. Check out the full menu here.

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  Rioja chef Jennifer Jasinksi

  In a Denver Post special report, food editor Tucker Shaw named Larimer Square’s Rioja as one of Denver’s most important restaurants today. Shaw writes that each restaurant on his top-10 list “ reflects, and enriches, this moment in Denver’s culinary and cultural life.” On Rioja’s chef Jennifer Jasinski, Shaw writes “Jasinski is a star, the kind of chef who makes people want to go out to dinner — and not only at her restaurant. She, and Rioja, are good for all of us.” Read the full article here.

• For the first time ever, 5280 magazine ranked the top 25 restaurants in the region, and Rioja landed at No. 12. Food editor Amanda Faison writes, “Jasinski’s dishes often sound complex…., but on the fork they’re easily deciphered and exquisitely flavored.” Read the full article here.

Stop at Eve during the month of March while wearing your finest sports jersey and you will instantly receive 15 percent off your purchase.

“People can be creative. It doesn’t have to be a basketball jersey, but be careful what team you wear in here!” jokes owner Sabine Rochoo.

Note to shoppers: Rochoo is not a fan of quarterback Brett Favre, but she loves the Denver Nuggets and people wearing soccer jerseys might get an extra discount.

Eve currently carries an array of dresses, shirts and tops in high-end fabrics and patterns. The first of Eve’s Italian spring line has arrived, and more items are expected. A shipment of clothes from Denmark will also debut the first week of March. Additionally, be sure to check out Eve’s Brazilian line from São Paulo, featuring animal prints and tops with combined fabrics.

And be sure to save the date for Women with Hattitude event on Thursday, May 6. Don your Sunday best, crown it with a sensational hat and join nearly 450 women for The Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ annual luncheon. Buy your tickets here!