As we welcome in the second month of the new year, all eyes are focused forward—forward to the light at the end of the proverbial COVID tunnel, but also to the changing of the seasons with the arrival of spring.  Trends in fashion for the new year have been informed by the ongoing challenges and also by the hope for better days.  You don’t need to stray far from home to look your best in 2021. Here are some great looks, available right here at home…Cenla style!

Black and white, particularly contrasted together, are enjoying a comeback this year.  Pairing a blazer and a satin cami with a favorite pair of jeans is a quick and easy look for the professional on the go. Pairing a blazer and a satin cami with a favorite pair of jeans is a quick and easy look for the professional on the go. We recommend the blush leopard blazer from Addie’s Boutique. With minimal puff, it is a way to stay on the puff shoulder trend without going overboard. This black satin cami paired with this Naked Zebra blazer is a staple that every woman can feature in her closet and is available at Addie’s Boutique in Alexandria. Pair with different textures patterns for a high-end look. As always, every woman should have a pair of dark denim jeans that fit properly. They have a dressier look. The staff at Addie’s recommend Just Black Denim. They are the perfect fit and feel for mature and mom bodies.

Addie’s Boutique
4002 Jackson Street
Alexandria
www.shopaddiesboutique.com

Going upscale is never out of season at Boutique at the Lakes. Designers everywhere are embracing resourcefulness and incorporating genuine designer fabrics and elements in fresh new ways. Boutique at the Lakes offers a wide variety of upcycled high end women’s clothing , shoes, and accessories following this hot new trend! While the cooler temperatures remain with us, pair this Bleached Dripping LV sweatshirt with Upscale LV Cap.  Accessorize with Rate Bird Leather earrings, Upscale LV Bracelet Stack and Upscale LV Keychain CC wallet. Complete the look with the perfect pair of relaxed fit crop jeans.

Boutique at the Lakes
94 Versailles Boulevard
Alexandria
www.shoplakeboutique.com

Go wild with this Wild West Graphic Tee by BaeVely in tan, paired with Vervet Lucille Jeans in Balloon-Mom Cut.  Stay on trend with high end upcycled accessories with this genuine leather, upcycled Louis Vuitton purse.  Tie it all together with the matching CC gold buckle belt.  Dressed to the Bixby also features a full line of athleisure, outerwear, dresses, rompers, loungewear and more for all sensibilities and body types.

Dressed to the Bixby
4118 Jackson Street
Alexandria
dressedtothebixby.commentsold.com

Even though Mardi Gras will look very different from years past, that’s no excuse not to celebrate. This is Louisiana, after all! Sassy Girl Boutique has a full line of Mardi Gras fashions, from purple, green and gold tops to fun earrings, bracelets and masks. Sassy Girl specializes in excellent customer service for the 30-somethings to grandmas who want to dress comfy but still fun and trendy. Be the sassy belle of the ball every day this carnival season with festive pieces that are a perfect fit for your body type!

Sassy Girl Boutique
1707 Metro Drive
Alexandria

Front Street in Natchitoches is a great destination for an afternoon of shopping!  Hello Dolly is 42 years young and going stronger than ever!  You’ll find great pieces to pull together the perfect outfit for the season.  These great, one-size black and white tops by Dairi in Moroccan cotton pair perfectly with this great pair of Krazy Larry pants, available in white pique and assorted prints! Let the friendly staff help you complete the look with a statement necklace and the perfect shoe.

Hello Dolly
780 Front Street, Suite 102
Natchitoches

While you’re enjoying the Downtown Historic District, stop into Brenda’s Clothing & Accessories for this bold, off-the-shoulder red top with a French tuck. Pair it with sleek, cutoff white skinny jeans and a layered necklace set. At Brenda’s, you’ll find a great selection of clothing and apparel for women of all sizes.

Brenda’s Clothing & Accessories
584 Front Street, Suite 104
Natchitoches
Instagram: _brendasclothing_

Spring is right around the corner, and this year is all about bright colors, which is why this simply chic, hot pink swing dress with a red floral pattern is perfect! Pair the dress with these all white booties for a perfect transition outfit into the new season. Simply Chic Boutique offers a great selection of women’s clothing and accessories to choose from!

Simply Chic Boutique
502 Front Street
Natchitoches
Instagram: simplychicnatchitoches

No outfit is complete without the perfect accessories and stackable jewelry are a perfect fit! Stackable jewelry is in for 2021. The idea of stackable jewelry is to keep that simple look but still make a statement; mixing metal colors and styles can catch people’s eyes from across the room without having a single big piece of jewelry and for half the cost. With stacking jewelry, the options are practically endless. Try these rings by Shy Creation and bracelets by Alwand Vahan. Switch up the order of the items you are stacking on a daily basis and everything goes so smoothly together, you can’t go wrong!

Schnack’s Fine Jewelry
1438 Dorchester Drive
Alexandria
schnacks.com

Tie your outfit together perfectly with a stunning pair of 14k white gold oval garnet and diamond earrings from KP Jewelers.  If garnet isn’t your color, they are also available in amethyst, aquamarine and peridot.  Pair your earrings with this sparkling necklace, featuring five marquise shaped rubies, each with a halo of diamonds and set in 14k white gold. KP Jewelers has a large selection of high-quality diamonds, engagement rings, watches, necklaces from top jewelry designers. Or, browse their extensive collection of loose diamonds, purchased direct from the cutter, providing you with the finest cut diamonds at the best price.

KP Jewelers
4005 Jackson Street
Alexandria
kpjewelers.net

If love is in the air for you this year, show the world with a stunning engagement ring.  This custom platinum engagement ring by Edwards Custom Jewelry features a 2.68 carat pear shape center diamond with a quarter carat of fancy yellow diamonds in the inner halo and a half carat of clear diamonds in the outer halo and on the sides, accenting the ring.  It has a total weight of 3.45 carats. Let the experts at Edwards guide you from concept to finished piece under one roof, ensuring that your precious heirlooms stay in our safe hands.

Edward’s Custom Jewelry
4621 Jackson Street
Alexandria
www.edwardscustomjewelry.com

Great fashion options aren’t just for the ladies!  Cenla’s gentlemen are also getting in on the act with a unique new option that fits perfectly into even the busiest of schedules.  Weiss and Goldring now also offers destination luxury with a brand new van, allowing their expert style advisors to bring your favorite brands like Castangia, JohnnieO, Canali, and Peter Millar directly to you.  Inside, you’ll find great options like this ETON of Sweden Signature twill shirt featuring a crawfish print, under a Jack Victor silk and wool super soft, casual jacket. The pant featured pant is a pair of Mason’s special summer tricotine trousers with a Magma Leather hand dyed genuine American alligator belt at the waist. Complete the look with Santoni brown suede dress sneakers, Marcoliani cotton seamless toe socks and a stylish cashmere pocket square with orange stitching.

Weiss & Goldring
3601 Masonic Drive
Alexandria
weissgoldring.com