The Fashion Nation Proclamation

Four stores and seven decades ago our fathers (Coco, Yves, Salvatore, and Bottega) brought forth on this continent, a new fashionation, conceived in style, and dedicated to the proposition that not all bags are created equal. The stars and bars are valued symbols of America. Betsy Ross would be filled with joy to see how ever-popular her design is today.

Everyone loves the important history behind the flag, but should we deface our country by wearing bad 4th of July fashion? Should this be considered fashion heresy?

Independence Day is right around the corner, and I beg of you not to wear a flag purse. Unless I am proven wrong, a majority of flag fashions are heinous. So put your Miss America thong string bikini into yesterday's trash and show your patriotism in a more understated manner.

Match this purse with that awesome solid white dress that isn't completely sweat stained yet. (OR! match the white purse from my last entry -see Follow The White Light- with a solid blue or red dress...use your imagination, the possibilities are almost endless!)

You hold certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of fashion. I hold these truths to be self-evident and you should too.

(pictured: Moschino purse available at shopbop.com)

~ Allie Bashuk