Betsey Johnson, You Complete Me

There she is, with her signature flat bangs, sitting in a pink room. Pink is notoriously her favorite color.

I had a sudden shock the other day when I realized I have never done a post on Betsey Johnson. She is one of my absolute favorite designers! I cannot believe I have never thought to talk about her before! 

I should never have started looking at Betsey Johnson shoes! Now I need to have them all!!!

In doing a bit of research about her I was interested to find out that she was a part of Andy Warhol's underground scene in the 70's. I think her designs reflect a lot of his art sensibilities actually. She has had her own brand for over 40 years and despite filing for bankruptcy in 2012, she is still going strong.

This is from her current line. Take away the crazy wigs & the clothes are quite accessible. I love the dress and the awesome cut-off gloves!

It's interesting how making something a drastic color can change an entire look. Most of these would look fairly average if they were in tan.

Yes, please!!!!

I love her designs for their whimsy and humor. Few designers can incorporate skeletons and polka dots without seeming pretentious. But somehow she can always make absolutely anything work. Granted, she is a little crazy and her designs can get a little crazy too. But that only seems to make me love her more. She does whatever she wants in fashion and I don't really feel many designers can do the same. 

She is never afraid to add sequins and then more sequins!

Plaid and florals? You've convinced me.

Perhaps one of her most whimsical items, the "Call Me Betsey" bag.

I have only ever bought her jewelry and handbags, but I enjoy her other designs as well (I just can't usually afford them). I can honestly say that every time I wear a Betsey Johnson necklace, or pick up my teal colored, leopard print handbag, there is a special smile on my face! Thank you Betsey Johnson for making my life a happier and a more colorful place!

From her most recent line.

I adore these earrings! I love how she makes things more interesting by changing up the pattern. Who says they have to match exactly?

I just discovered this "Vintage Kitty" line and I now know what I will be asking for for Mother's Day!

One of my favorites! Little sailor skeleton girl. Everyone needs one of these!

Some of her jewelry is interactive. Wouldn't you love to wear and play with this one in your spare time? The lion even comes out of his cage.

I own the earrings to this collection, but I am desperate for the matching bracelet. Is it a little too much? Yes. Would I wear it out? Probably rarely. Would it make me happy just to see it on my shelf and try it on in my pajamas? Absolutely!!!