Miami - April 28, 2009

Silk Stocking

RaMona LaRue’s Summer Collection

Goldilocks entered the boutique looking for a new outfit.

She tried on a cotton dress. Too casual. A cashmere top. Too warm. Finally, she found a silk piece from local line RaMona LaRue. And it was juuust right.

Named after designer Arianne Brown’s mom (aw), the all-silk collection is screened with hand-painted designs. The nature-inspired prints include butterflies, flamingos, and tie-dye in rich earth tones.

Go girly in the Susanna tank with spaghetti straps, straight neckline, and ruffle embellishment. Or opt for the ubiquitous jumper: RaMona LaRue’s version — the Bridgette — has bell sleeves, a drawstring waist, and a dangerously low V-neck.

The collection has a loose cut that drapes rather than clings.

It’s a fairy tale come true.

Available at Savvy Girl, 5781a Southwest 40th Street (305-665-9833 or shopsavvygirl.com); Emporium, 4710 South Le Jeune Road, Coral Gables (786-268-0689 or shopemporiummiami.com). To see styles, go to ramonalarue.com.