Were longtime fans of Beckley, the well-edited Melrose Avenue boutique where Elizabeth and James jersey dresses peacefully co-exist with billowy Chris Benz blazers and colorful statement rings by Erickson Beamon (a 2nd location recently opened at the Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas).
And for fall, owner Melissa Richardson Akkaway is launching her very first namesake line, Beckley by Melissa. The collection features a bevy of basic, interchangeable pieces that have luxury materials, detailing and tailoring in mind — think leather leggings, chiffon bow dresses that double as an oversized blouse and chiffon tops that could work with skirts, trousers or denim with ease.
The whole casual L.A. basics thing can sometimes be a bit boring. But Akkaway has done it in a way that steps it up, creating pieces that feel fresher and more refined than most. And who isnt already craving a killer pair of leather leggings to round out their fall wardrobe (its a major item on our personal wish list, for sure).
These are a few of our favorite shots from the Beckley by Melissa fall 2011 look book:
8620 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood. 310-652-3500. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday noon to 5 p.m. beckleyboutique.com
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