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Lovers of California style have a lot to be excited about right now. Not only is summer here (hello flowy dresses and festival wear!) but there are also new sartorial vibes coming out of the Golden State right now. Using strong silhouettes, prints and bold colors, fashion designers from L.A., the Bay Area and all over the state are offering a fresh take on the classic West Coast look. And Sonoma County boutiques are taking note, stocking their shelves with styles that reflect the relaxed beauty of the area. Click through the gallery, to achieve California chicness right now. (Stock photo)
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Slip-on Style: These striking sandals have a leather base and graphic woven straps. Designed in Oakland, California, these slippers are made in partnership with weavers around the world. $98, Nomad Chic, 23588 Arnold Dr., Sonoma, 415-381-9087, nomadchic.mx
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Sonoma Style: This Sonoma-designed and Sonoma-printed tank by Ooh La Luxe gives you unicorns and cacti and everything awesome. Flowers round out the whimsical image that evokes desert-femininity-magic style. Coachella much? $42, Oohlaluxe, 326 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg, 109 Petaluma Blvd. North, Petaluma, 707-769-7787, 1019 Santa Rosa Plaza in Santa Rosa, 707-566-4735, oohlaluxe.com
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Wine Country Style: This wrap dress from Ooh La Luxe's own line flatters with a "high-low" hemline. In keeping with the casually elegant style of the region, the Sonoma-based designers suggest dressing it down with a hat and denim jacket or dressing it up with gold jewelry. $42, Oohlaluxe, 326 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg, 109 Petaluma Blvd. North, Petaluma, 707-769-7787, 1019 Santa Rosa Plaza in Santa Rosa, 707-566-4735, oohlaluxe.com
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Hat Tip: How about this good looking paper-straw take on the classic Panama style? San Francisco-based Goorin Bros. has been making hats for over a century. $60, Ereloom, 110 Matheson Ave, Healdsburg, 415-395-0550, ereloom.com
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Brand New Vintage Tees: Original Retro Brand has got your back when it comes to your classic, soft t-shirt with an iconic logo. The Los Angeles-based brand uses a dyeing and softening process to create new, cozy, well-worn-looking shirts that resemble your favorite Tee from days gone by. $38 (each), Rete California, 114 Matheson St., Healdsburg, 707-431-4200, retecalifornia.com
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Simple and Sleek: This canvas backpack by Joshuvela is made in San Francisco. Available in many colors, these sturdy packs come with a lifetime warranty. $198, Scout West County, 6780 Depot St., Suite #140, Sebastopol, 707-827-6045
scoutwestcounty.com
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Ink Blot Basics: No matter what you see in the ink blots, the fashion world sees splatters as all the rage. Distressing has been taken to a messier level by many designers. Punch Clothing says this unique hoodie is a bestseller. $292, Punch Clothing, 711 4th St. Santa Rosa, 707-526-4766, 387 Healdsburg Ave. Healdsburg, CA 707-395-0022, shoppunchclothing.com
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Splatter and Flatter: LA-based The Great gets in on the distressing game here with a worn-style "college" sweatshirt, complete with a slit on the left cuff. This slouchy-cut piece is dappled in fun colored paint splatters—yes! $187, Punch Clothing, 711 4th St. Santa Rosa, 707-526-4766, 387 Healdsburg Ave. Healdsburg, CA 707-395-0022, shoppunchclothing.com
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Classic Lines: A ruffle sits in curvy counterpoint to straight lines and a tailored cut. This dress by Flynn Skye was designed in dreamy Venice Beach and made in Los Angeles. $165, Punch Clothing, 711 4th St. Santa Rosa, 707-526-4766, 387 Healdsburg Ave. Healdsburg, CA 707-395-0022, shoppunchclothing.com
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Dreamy Hoops: Labrodorite drops hang from two-inch, 14K gold-plated hoops. Boho Chic meets Venice Beach vibes with Natalie B Jewelry's creations. $55, Punch Clothing, 711 4th St. Santa Rosa, 707-526-4766, 387 Healdsburg Ave. Healdsburg, CA 707-395-0022, shoppunchclothing.com
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Fatigue Fashion: These classic fatigues by artisan jeans-maker Tellason are meticulously cut and sewn in San Francisco. $118, Bleacher Critic, 5 4th St, Petaluma, 707-774-6888, bleachercritic.com
