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Down the Rabbit Hole

When it comes to spring fashion, make like the white rabbit and get hoppin’ with Wonderland-inspired fashions and “mad” accessories

By: Melissa Esposito Published April 14, 2010 at 04:05 PM

mad hatterPhotograph by Mike Polito

The film version of Alice in Wonderland is packing theaters this spring. And the fashion world is taking notice, offering whimsical frocks, oversized accessories, and bold hues just right for your next tea party. This spring/summer season, Hudson Valley gets tips straight out of Wonderland — take a look.

Text and styling: Melissa Esposito
Photographs: Michael Polito
Make-up and hair: Briana Alessi
Creative Director: Bob Supina
Model: Jessica Friedlander
Shoot assistant: Andrew DiCecco

Fashions and props from:

Elizabeth Boutique 1 Davis Ave., Poughkeepsie; 845-471-2817 or www.elizabethboutique.com
Next Boutique West Strand, Kingston; 845-331-4537 or www.nextboutique.com
De’S Jewelers Poughkeepsie Plaza Mall; 845-452-0026 or www.desjewelers.com
Pastry Garden Pougkeepsie Plaza Mall; 845-473-5220 or www.thepastrygarden.com
Pier 1 Imports Visit www.pier1.com for locations
Men’s Wearhouse Visit www.menswearhouse.com for locations

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<i>“No wonder you’re late. This watch is exactly two days slow,” said the Mad Hatter</i><br><br> In this casual-but-chic look from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=18780">Elizabeth Boutique</a>, a drab military green is softened by fun, feminine details: ruffles, rhinestones, and a light summer scarf for a punch of color.<br><br> <small>Tulle ruffle jacket ($75); TParty shirt ($32); CJ five-pocket leggings ($32); Sousson Design studded wraparound belt ($50); La Mer black and gold wrist watch ($110); Bleeinara evil eye wrap necklace (worn as bracelet) ($55); Elizabeth Gillete infinite scarf ($55); top hat by <a href="http://www.menswearhouse.com" target="_blank">Men’s Wearhouse</a> ($34.95 — includes cane and gloves); Estate Collection pocket watch and chain by <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15217">De’S Jewelers</a> (call for price)</small><br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
<i>“What a curious feeling!” said Alice, “I must be shutting up like a telescope!” It was so indeed: She was now only 10 inches high. “Curiouser and curiouser!” she cried</i><br><br> No matter what size she is, Alice steals the spotlight in this stunning evening party dress and bedazzling accessories from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15242">Next Boutique</a>.<br><br> <small>Nicole Miller dress ($290); Lee Angel onyx necklace ($302); butterfly ring ($25) and sparkling rose cuff bracelet ($58) both by Next Boutique Jewelry; Christiana purse ($110); <a href="http://www.pier1.com/" target="_blank">Pier 1 Imports</a> spoon wall art ($69.95)</small> <br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
<i>“Why is a raven like a writing desk?” the Hatter asked</i><br><br> Who can concentrate on riddles when she looks this good? A soft pink skirt and floral jewelry are toughened up with a stylish boyfriend blazer and studded belt in this outfit from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15242">Next Boutique</a>.<br><br> <small>Blazer ($72), black scoop-neck tee ($30), and multitiered chiffon skirt ($44) all by Necessary Objects; tulle and pearl necklace with gold chains ($22), lucite flower necklace ($23) and bracelet ($25), and black flower pin ($20) all by Next Boutique Jewelry; Imoshion multistrand belt ($26)</small><br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
<i>“If I had a world of my own, everything would be nonsense,” said Alice</i><br><br> Play your own wild card in this breezy, bold-colored ensemble from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=18780">Elizabeth Boutique</a> featuring one of the season’s hottest colors, turquoise.<br><br> <small>Lilla P turquoise shirred dress ($120); bronze key necklace and key with locket necklace ($38 each) by Two Cousins; Two’s Company bracelets in purple floral and blue floral ($18 each), white beaded bangles ($24); <a href="http://www.pier1.com/" target="_blank">Pier 1 Imports</a> oversized playing cards ($14)</small><br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
Detail of white beaded bangle set ($24) from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=18780">Elizabeth Boutique</a>
Detail of Two’s Company bracelets in purple and blue floral ($18 each) from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=18780">Elizabeth Boutique</a>
Detail of <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15242">Next Boutique</a>’s lucite flower bracelet ($25); teacup from Ms. Esposito’s mother’s personal collection (priceless!)
Detail of <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15242">Next Boutique</a>’s sparkling rose cuff bracelet ($58)
Detail of teacup set from Ms. Esposito’s mother’s personal collection (priceless!)
“The Mad Hatter” tips her hat to <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=18780">Elizabeth Boutique</a><br><br> <small>Tulle ruffle jacket ($75); Bleeinara evil eye wrap necklace (worn as bracelet — $55); Elizabeth Gillete infinite scarf ($55); top hat by <a href="http://www.menswearhouse.com" target="_blank">Men’s Wearhouse</a> ($34.95 — includes cane and gloves)</small><br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
“Alice” models fashions from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=18780">Elizabeth Boutique</a><br><br> <small>Lilla P turquoise shirred dress ($120); bronze key necklace and key with locket necklace ($38 each) by Two Cousins; Two’s Company bracelets in purple floral and blue floral ($18 each), white beaded bangles ($24); <a href="http://www.pier1.com/" target="_blank">Pier 1 Imports</a> oversized playing cards ($14)</small><br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
“Alice” models fashions from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=18780">Elizabeth Boutique</a><br><br> <small>Lilla P turquoise shirred dress ($120); bronze key necklace and key with locket necklace ($38 each) by Two Cousins; Two’s Company bracelets in purple floral and blue floral ($18 each), white beaded bangles ($24); <a href="http://www.pier1.com/" target="_blank">Pier 1 Imports</a> oversized playing cards ($14)</small><br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
“Alice” is ready for a night on the town in fashions by <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15242">Next Boutique</a>.<br><br> <small>Nicole Miller dress ($290); Lee Angel onyx necklace ($302); butterfly ring ($25) and sparkling rose cuff bracelet ($58) both by Next Boutique Jewelry; Christiana purse ($110)</small><br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
“Alice” rocks out in an outfit from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15242">Next Boutique</a>.<br><br> <small>Nicole Miller dress ($290); Lee Angel onyx necklace ($302); butterfly ring ($25) and sparkling rose cuff bracelet ($58) both by Next Boutique Jewelry; Christiana purse ($110); <a href="http://www.pier1.com/" target="_blank">Pier 1 Imports</a> spoon wall art ($69.95)</small><br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
“Alice” is ready for a night on the town in fashions by <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15242">Next Boutique</a>.<br><br> <small>Nicole Miller dress ($290); Lee Angel onyx necklace ($302); butterfly ring ($25) and sparkling rose cuff bracelet ($58) both by Next Boutique Jewelry; Christiana purse ($110); <a href="http://www.pier1.com/" target="_blank">Pier 1 Imports</a> spoon wall art ($69.95)</small><br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito<br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
The “Mad Hatter” preps for her tea party wearing fashions by <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15242">Next Boutique</a>.<br><br> <small>Blazer ($72), black scoop-neck tee ($30), and multitiered chiffon skirt ($44) all by Necessary Objects; tulle and pearl necklace with gold chains ($22), lucite flower necklace ($23) and bracelet ($25), and black flower pin ($20) all by Next Boutique Jewelry; Imoshion multistrand belt ($26)</small><br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
The “Mad Hatter” preps for her tea party wearing fashions by <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15242">Next Boutique</a>.<br><br> <small>Blazer ($72), black scoop-neck tee ($30), and multitiered chiffon skirt ($44) all by Necessary Objects; tulle and pearl necklace with gold chains ($22), lucite flower necklace ($23) and bracelet ($25), and black flower pin ($20) all by Next Boutique Jewelry; Imoshion multistrand belt ($26)</small><br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
The “Mad Hatter” preps for her tea party wearing an outfit from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=18780">Elizabeth Boutique</a>.<br><br> <small>Tulle ruffle jacket ($75); TParty shirt ($32); CJ five-pocket leggings ($32); Sousson Design studded wraparound belt ($50); La Mer black and gold wrist watch ($110); Bleeinara evil eye wrap necklace (worn as bracelet — $55); Elizabeth Gillete infinite scarf ($55); top hat by <a href="http://www.menswearhouse.com" target="_blank">Men’s Wearhouse</a> ($34.95 — includes cane and gloves); Estate Collection pocket watch and chain by <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15217">De’S Jewelers</a> (call for price)</small><br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
The “Mad Hatter” checks her time in an outfit from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=18780">Elizabeth Boutique</a>.<br><br> <small>Tulle ruffle jacket ($75); TParty shirt ($32); CJ five-pocket leggings ($32); Sousson Design studded wraparound belt ($50); La Mer black and gold wrist watch ($110); Bleeinara evil eye wrap necklace (worn as bracelet — $55); Elizabeth Gillete infinite scarf ($55); top hat by <a href="http://www.menswearhouse.com" target="_blank">Men’s Wearhouse</a> ($34.95 — includes cane and gloves); Estate Collection pocket watch and chain by <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15217">De’S Jewelers</a> (call for price)</small><br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
The “Mad Hatter” is late for an important date — though she’s stylish in fashions from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=18780">Elizabeth Boutique</a>!<br><br> <small>Tulle ruffle jacket ($75); TParty shirt ($32); CJ five-pocket leggings ($32); Sousson Design studded wraparound belt ($50); La Mer black and gold wrist watch ($110); Bleeinara evil eye wrap necklace (worn as bracelet — $55); Elizabeth Gillete infinite scarf ($55); top hat by <a href="http://www.menswearhouse.com" target="_blank">Men’s Wearhouse</a> ($34.95 — includes cane and gloves); Estate Collection pocket watch and chain by <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15217">De’S Jewelers</a> (call for price)</small><br><br> Photograph by Mike Polito
Behind the scenes: Makeup and hair stylist Briana Alessi applies makeup to our model<br><br> Photograph by HVM art intern, Andrew DiCecco
Behind the scenes: HVM Creative Director Bob Supina demonstrates a pose for Alice<br><br> Photograph by HVM art intern, Andrew DiCecco
Behind the scenes: “Alice” shows off oversized playing cards ($14) from <a href="http://www.pier1.com/" target="_blank">Pier 1 Imports</a> as stylist and editor, Melissa Esposito, does a quick touch-up<br><br> Photograph by HVM art intern, Andrew DiCecco
Behind the scenes at Mike Polito Studios<br><br> Photograph by HVM art intern, Andrew DiCecco
Behind the scenes: Photographer Mike Polito tests lighting of the shot<br><br> Photograph by HVM art intern, Andrew DiCecco
Behind the scenes: HVM Creative Director Bob Supina (back left) and Assistant Editor/shoot stylist Melissa Esposito toss playing cards<br><br> Photograph by HVM art intern, Andrew DiCecco
Behind the scenes (left to right): Assistant Editor Melissa Esposito, makeup stylist Briana Alessi, photographer Mike Polito, and Creative Director Bob Supina survey the latest shots<br><br> Photograph by HVM art intern, Andrew DiCecco
Behind the scenes: HVM Assistant Editor Jess Friedlander prepares for the next pose wearing fashions from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15242">Next Boutique</a> in Kingston<br><br> Photograph by HVM art intern, Andrew DiCecco
Behind the scenes: Photographer Mike Polito’s view; “Alice” wears fashions from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15242">Next Boutique</a> in Kingston<br><br> Photograph by HVM art intern, Andrew DiCecco
Behind the scenes: Shoot stylist and HVM Assistant Editor, Melissa Esposito, pops the perfect pose with a top hat from <a href="http://www.menswearhouse.com" target="_blank">Men’s Wearhouse</a><br><br> Photograph by HVM art intern, Andrew DiCecco
Behind the scenes: Model Jess Friedlander poses for a “Mad Hatter” pose, wearing fashions from <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=18780">Elizabeth Boutique</a> in Poughkeepsie<br><br> Photograph by HVM art intern, Andrew DiCecco
Behind the scenes at Mike Polito Studios<br><br> Photograph by HVM art intern, Andrew DiCecco
Behind the scenes, HVM assistant editors Melissa Esposito and Jess Friedlander have a tea party (their version, at least) with an oversized spoon from <a href="http://www.pier1.com/" target="_blank">Pier 1 Imports</a> ($69.95)<br><br> Photograph by HVM art intern, Andrew DiCecco
Detail of <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15242">Next Boutique</a>’s Christiana purse ($110)
Detail of <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15242">Next Boutique</a>’s butterfly ring ($25)
Detail of <a href="http://www.pier1.com/" target="_blank">Pier 1 Imports</a> Ginger Lily Tea Collection teapot ($25) and cup with spoon and saucer ($20); Estate Collection pocket watch and chain by <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Shopping-Guide/index.php?listing=15217">De’S Jewelers</a> (call for price); baked goods provided by the <a href="http://www.hvmag.com/Hudson-Valley-Magazine/Hudson-Valley-Resources/Food-and-Drink/index.php?listing=17921">Pastry Garden</a> in Poughkeepsie

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