Orla Kiely Spring Summer 2010

I have lots of colorful posts to share with you today to get you in the mood for Spring! First up, London-based Irish designer Orla Kiely. She just launched her Spring/Summer 2010 collection of fashion, accessories, stationery and things for the home on both her UK and US websites and I just have to share them to pick you up if you're experiencing the Monday morning blues. I think this is her strongest collection to date - the palette is very bright and energetic, less muddy than past seasons, don't you think?.

The handbags and wallets are my favorites, though I also like the new assortment of mugs and pillows along wit the embroidered stem towel - a subtle detail against white. I think her patterns this season really show a different side of Orla that I like and found her inspiration for this season most fascinating, "Orla Kiely finds her muse in Hayley Mills. This collection draws inspiration from The 70s’ Parent Trap to The Sound of Music. The collection reveals a designer whose work is evolving as she steps forward into a more charming and elegant world."

What things to do you see that you simply must have?

(images: orla kiely)