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photography by maria ponce berre (goldman); styling by jojo li (jewelry) Under the Sea To make a real splash This fashion season, says chic bouTique owner I ram Goldman, accessorize wiTh sea creaTures. by j.p. anderson photography by jeff crawford During the balmy days of late spring, Chicagoans' thoughts turn to water, whether it's taking a dip in Lake Michigan or jetting off for a holiday weekend on the shore. Even fash- ionistas aren't immune to the allure of the aquatic world: For style guru Ikram Goldman, this season's perfect complement to any outfit comes in the form of sea crea- tures. "In a world of prints, f lowers, and geometrics," she notes, "an element of life—real life—is fresh and exciting." Here are three of Goldman's favorites for the season. "I love Valentino's seashell midi rings because they have a couture vibe; in the end they don't look like accessories, they blend into the clothes, and there is a beautiful hand to the way they are finished. "Muveil's starfish pins are so whimsical—there isn't a sweater or a shirt or a jacket you're not going to want to embellish with them. "To me, Oscar de la Renta's pavé crab brooch says, 'Uptown girl goes fishing.' It's a funny theme, and I just love the idea of breathing life into a garment that way." Available at Ikram, 15 E. Huron St., 312-587-1000; ikram.com MA clockwise from bottom left: Seashell rings, Valentino Garavani (set of five, $745). Starfish brooch, Muveil ($270). Crab brooch, Oscar de la Renta ($250) 40 michiganavemag.com Style Ikram's It list