While enjoying what’s left of the warm season, mod off the shoulder is fresh and breaths a new life into a transitioning wardrobe. Daring and still acceptable for day wear, shoulders peeking from garments tastefully lets everyone around know about your wearables savvy. In this pre-autumn picnic, a leopard pashmina doubles as a daytime stole for ensemble flare.

How did MOD come about? This subculture originating in Great Britain in the 1960’s took off like wild fire across the globe draping most of a young and vibrant western civilization in animal prints, shape-hugging garments, funky shaped hats, makeup that elaborated the features into a new perception, bright colored wardrobe offerings and of course the ever so chic black from head-to-toe. Other things that sprung from the mod culture were jazz music, new forms of poetry and vespas.

Want to create your own off-the-shoulder MOD look from head to toe around your favorite pashmina? Start with a couple of core garments that can be found in any wardrobe. Just slipping into a few basic pieces to create a personal MOD statement gives off a super vibe from a time where fashion exploded from a culture of incredible creativity. The only thing that can possibly take this scenario to an all-time height is enjoying jazz in the park on a picnic with a furry friend.