Fashion Highlight: Minimal 1970s chic via Zara Spring/Summer 2011

March 8, 2011

I first discovered Zara when I was 15.  I was on a summer study abroad in Madrid and happened upon this seemingly super popular store with well-priced but fashion conscious options.
Now fast forward X (oh my, high school was a longgggg time ago) years later and Zara remains an affordable, but fashionable option. I rediscovered it in London and I particularly love the uber clean lines of the Spring Summer 2011 line.  It may be a bit too minimal for some, but it’s undeniably modern and easy to wear.  I love the bright colors too!

Here are a few favorites from the collection:

What do you think of this collection?

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  • Moniek March 8, 2011 at 10:05

    Beautiful collection!

  • Fashion, Art and other fancies March 8, 2011 at 10:16

    Simple, playful, modern with a dash of colour.
    The first image is my favourite; it gives off a relaxed and comfortable, but chic message. I’m also drawn to white and blue. Have a sweet day;-)

  • The white cabbage March 8, 2011 at 10:24

    I love this collection, minimal is what I think is chic !

    I’m sure you’ll have some Bulgari !

    have a nice day

    ave

  • Toesthattwinkle! March 8, 2011 at 11:21

    I love these clothes. The white with the black outline dress is striking and the pink blazer I would own in a heartbeat. I love the minimal look

  • tjalaine March 8, 2011 at 11:28

    I really love that white pant in the last photo! Very chic! Thanks for the preview!

  • Melissa: Write it in Lipstick March 8, 2011 at 11:51

    Zara is so amazing.

  • Diana Mieczan March 8, 2011 at 13:23

    I wear a lot of their pieces as I love their stuff. The first pair of pants is sooo amazing. Kisses and hugs, darling
    Happy Tuesday

  • very married March 8, 2011 at 13:26

    i love the pictures but i’m pretty sure that this collection would not be as flattering on me. i love some definition in the waist.

  • THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE March 8, 2011 at 14:08

    Love Zara and have been a huge fan for years too! I remember the first time I discovered the store…it was the one across from Bloomies and I was working a few blocks away at Revlon probably back in like 95 or something. I’m dating myself 🙂

    Happy Women’s Day, sweetie! xoxo

  • Cristina L March 8, 2011 at 14:27

    Looking sooo amazing!!!I love zara!!

  • Julie and Lauren March 8, 2011 at 14:48

    I’m obsessed with Zara’s Spring line. Hadn’t seen that pleated dress yet! Thanks for sharing!
    Xox

    http://bornandbread.blogspot.com

  • Kim March 8, 2011 at 14:48

    Beautiful! I tend to be a minimalist when it comes to fashion, so I love these pieces.

  • Tanvi March 8, 2011 at 15:22

    I have been a huge fan for years too! Love the stuff there.

    Tanvi
    from © tanvii.com

  • Sonia March 8, 2011 at 15:40

    Let’s just say I told my boss I need a raise becuase this collection needs to be in my closet!

    http://inpursuitofstyle.soniasgupta.com/

  • Rebecca Clairine March 8, 2011 at 15:43

    cool collection !
    love it !

    xoxo,
    Rebecca
    http://rebeccaclch.blogspot.com

  • Jaime @ La vie...J'aime March 8, 2011 at 15:46

    not really my style but i do like that 2nd dress!

  • Rhiannon Nicole March 8, 2011 at 15:53

    Oh Zara melts my heart. I really adore the pants in the last photo with the crisp lines and fab summer colour. So rad 🙂 xo

  • Aspiring Kennedy March 8, 2011 at 16:40

    ha! i had a similar first experience with zara. i couldnt figure out how a place this cool and low priced exist.

  • Bren Herrera March 8, 2011 at 16:42

    the 1st one is def. a bit minimalist, but there’s so much you can do to it. the 2nd dress look identical to one H *M had out last summer. Interesting!

    Happy Tuesday!

    Bren-
    B So Chic!
    http://www.bsochic.blogspot.com

  • Kristin Hjellegjerde March 8, 2011 at 17:26

    Wonderful picks. I have been happily surprised by Zara lately. They are really stepping it up and the prices are still low (or lower?) Just got some very fun pieces! Have a fab day!

  • Audrey Allure March 8, 2011 at 17:36

    I love shopping at Zara – love the look of that skirt in the 3rd photo!

  • lauren lanza osias March 8, 2011 at 17:50

    yes, yes, yes. i will take one of each. i love the dress. and the jeans. and the top… yeah, i like all of it.

    http://laurenlanzaosias.blogspot.com
    diane kruger lights up my life…

  • Katie March 8, 2011 at 18:45

    Love this collection!

  • FRANKIE HEARTS FASHION March 8, 2011 at 19:09

    yes yes yes!! That fuchsia jacket with the black lapel is major…must have that asap!

  • Jennifer Fabulous March 8, 2011 at 20:52

    Crisp, clean patterns. Very simple. I like it! Plus, the androgynous look of the model makes the clothes even more striking! xo

  • Dancing Branflake March 8, 2011 at 21:17

    The colors are so wonderful!

  • Valerie March 8, 2011 at 21:51

    I love every single picture you posted. The pink blazer is to die for. Must go into Zara right away and check things out!

  • vodkasoup.com March 8, 2011 at 22:21

    I love it, especially the dress in the second photo.

  • indie.electronic.alternative. March 8, 2011 at 22:33

    love love love love LOVE! i love it. i was just at zara about 2 weeks ago. thanks for giving me an excuse to go back! 🙂 in my dreams i’d get the white pants- they’d be destroyed after one wear the way i am with spilling food on myself. any idea if the jeans in the first pic are high waisted? if so, i’m all over them.

    http://indieelectronicalternative.blogspot.com/

  • Jess March 8, 2011 at 23:44

    I’m such a fan of that last look. Tailored just right and so classic!

  • MizzJ March 9, 2011 at 01:29

    Zara is definitely my favourite store. I can always go in there and find something I want! That leather skirt is amazing. I think they’ve styled it very minimalistic here, but you could totally make it your own style with accessories and other items.

  • Punctuation Mark March 9, 2011 at 02:00

    I’m really in love with it!!! amazing!!! thanks for showing it to us!!!

  • LyddieGal March 9, 2011 at 04:21

    I’ve never shopped at Zara, but that nude leather skirt is amazing.

    Chic on the Cheap

  • Angela (the diet book junkie) March 9, 2011 at 10:33

    i think we’re getting our first Zara in Sydney very soon! (they have the sign up at least.) love the last look especially. 😉

  • LaceAndLadders March 9, 2011 at 12:51

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  • Ghenet March 9, 2011 at 16:40

    I love Zara! I discovered it when I studied abroad in Madrid during college and I feel like I was in there once a week! It was my favorite store for sure.

    Now that I live in NYC, I love that I can still shop there and reminisce about my Madrid days 🙂

  • Fiamma March 16, 2011 at 21:00

    I simply love Zara! Gorgeous collection as always!

    XoxO
    Plami

    http://fashion-thrill.blogspot.com/

  • illustratorclaire March 17, 2011 at 16:44

    I’ve always thought of Zara as kind of.. just more expensive highstreet tacky-trendy?

    Clearly I was wrong!

  • Kristina March 18, 2011 at 15:31

    I’m falling in love with the pink blazer – so stylish and classic ♥

  • Ms Styling You March 23, 2011 at 08:19

    Zara is finally coming to Australia next month – cannot wait! (I’m over here from links a la mode)

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