Orla Kiely Spring/Summer 2015 Lookbook

Orla Kiely's SS15 collection has arrived! This collection is filled with so many lovely pieces that I'm simply overwhelmed. I think this season's looks are some of the best we've ever seen from Orla Kiely. I'm excited for some of the more casual pieces such as the Nylon Taffeta Hooded Jacket, along with all of the floral patterns available, including this amazing Scribble Sunflower Gathered Skirt that's available in two colorways that'll be difficult to choose between! We'll take a closer look at all the pieces this weekend as we dissect the collection, so stay tuned for more posts! In the meantime, see all of the looks below and shop the entire collection here.

Orla Kiely Spotted: Monica Seles with Abacus Flower Mug in B.E.D. Commercial

My husband and I were watching TV last night when a commercial featuring Monica Seles appeared. Let me go ahead and say right now that my husband hates commercials. I mean, absolutely loathes them. He usually either mutes the TV or changes the channel as soon as a commercial appears. But he loves tennis, so I think his interest was piqued a little when he saw Monica Seles on the screen. I, being into neither commercials nor tennis, paid no attention to the TV. But during the commercial, my husband suddenly yelled, "Orla Kiely!" So I immediately looked up, and sure enough, there was Monica Seles drinking from an Orla Kiely mug, while talking about her binge eating disorder.

 

This is a pretty random Orla Kiely spotting considering this mug is from the 2009 collaboration with Target (nevermind the fact that this commercial is about a disorder, and nothing fun or bright or happy at all). But I guess in a way, this commercial still served its purpose - to attract your attention and inform. Which it did...through a mug.

I also find it highly amusing that even my husband now (unintentionally) spots Orla Kiely.

Orla Kiely mugs

2009 Target collection

New Orla Kiely Kitchen Items

I'm so excited that Orla Kiely's US site is now selling ceramic kitchen items! These are usually only available on the UK/Worldwide site and in stores, but now they're available for online purchase in the US. I have a few Orla Kiely ceramics in my collection, but I purchased them from the shops in London and New York when my husband and I vacationed there, so it's nice to be able to easily order these online. Another plus is that these are handmade in Portugal, so the quality is amazing.

This collection includes the Poppy Meadow, Abacus Flower, Linear Stem, and Multi Stem patterns in an array of items from butter dishes to casserole dishes. Check out each lovely piece below and shop the entire collection here.

Poppy Meadow Storage Jar - Small

Blue and Brown

$54

Abacus Flower Storage Jar - Small

Brown and Red

$54

Abacus Flower Storage Jar - Medium

$67

Linear Stem Storage Jar - Large

$84

Multi Stem Storage Jar - Large

$84

Linear Stem Salad Bowl - Small

$41

I purchased this bowl from Orla Kiely's New York shop about two years ago. I keep it on a cabinet in my foyer and store miscellaneous items such as scarves and my camera in here. My cabinet is gray, and I have always loved the combination of gray and yellow so I think this bowl is the perfect accent piece.

Multi Stem Salad Bowl - Medium

$50

Abacus Flower Salad Bowl - Large

$59

Linear Stem Sugar Bowl

$46

Multi Stem Herb Pot

$55

Poppy Meadow Lasagne Dish

$75

I LOVE this dish! My cooking rotation includes a chicken tortellini bake and a chicken parmesan dish that would look even more fabulous if they were cooked in this :)

Poppy Meadow Butter Dish

Blue and Brown

$45

Another ridiculously cute item.

Poppy Meadow Casserole Dish

$112

Abacus Flower Milk Jug

Brown and Red

$40

Orla Kiely AW15 Presentation at London Fashion Week

Orla Kiely presented her Autumn/Winter 2015 collection this morning during London Fashion Week. I'm completely smitten with the theme "All Quiet in the Library" due to the shots of mathematics textbooks in the background (I'm a math teacher by the way). The clothes and handbags are lovely as always, and are making me miss fall and winter already, even with spring and better weather right around the corner. I especially adore the t-strap flats seen on one of the models. Check out the video below and stay tuned for Orla Kiely's official pictures.

Orla Kiely for Clarks Spring/Summer 2015 Collection Now Available

Oh boy, I'm in trouble. Orla Kiely's latest collection for Clarks is now available, and I love every single pair! This collection is filled with florals in super dreamy shades of pink, pastel blue, and yellow, along with some classic leathers in tan and deep navy. Check out the entire collection below, starting with my three favorites, the Bella in Blue Floral, Barbara in Pink Leather, and Bobbie in Pale Blue.

Orla Bella in Blue Floral

$170

Orla Bella in Pink Floral

$170

Orla Barbara in Navy Leather

$180

Orla Barbara in Pink Leather

$180

Orla Barbara in Tan

$180

Orla Bobbie in Coral Patent

$220

Orla Bobbie in Navy Leather

$220

Orla Bobbie in Pale Blue

$220

Orla Beatrice in Cream

$230

Orla Beatrice in Tan

$230

Orla Beryl in Navy Leather

$250

Orla Beryl in Tan

$250

Orla Blanche in Navy Floral

$200

Orla Blanche in Pink Floral

$200

Orla Bibi in Pink Leather

$220

Orla Bibi in Tan Leather

$220

Orla Bibi in Yellow Leather

$220

Orla Betty in Navy

$200

Orla Betty in Tan

$200