Actress Candace Smith makes cool, casual and confident statement with crochet, says Hollywood celebrity stylist Sarah Wallner.

Hollywood, CA -- The crochet craze, which began quietly in 2011 when Marie Clair Magazine published a few colorful crochet offerings from Musotica.com, has exploded onto the Hollywood fashion scene and shows no signs of cooling off this summer, according to top celebrity stylist and fashion designer Sarah Wallner.

“Crochet has caught on among celebrities, models and really any who wants to add sizzle and style to their look,” said Wallner, founder of Musotica, a ‘go to’ website for crochet swimsuits, bikinis, dresses, tops, and cover ups.  “For example, Candace Smith (actress, producer, comedian and model) is currently featured in Mandatory.com and Sports Illustrated ‘Extra Mustard’ wearing our latest crochet swimwear.”

For Smith, who appeared in last year’s hit cop thriller “End of Watch,” and will soon be seen in the highly anticipated independent release "Gimme Shelter,” crochet fashions are a celebration of color, texture, flexibility, self-expression and pure fun.  

“I love crochet, and specifically the Musotica line for a number of reasons,” said Smith, who also appeared in the top rated TV show, “Entourage.”  “Their offerings are not only sexy, but they are also unique and add sophistication to swimwear like I have never seen before.  Whether I’m at the beach or in a photo spread, the first comment I get is about the crochet swimwear and wear I got it… and that speaks volumes!”

Smith, who was a practicing attorney before being crowned Miss Ohio USA and ultimately entering show business, believes that crochet designs & fashions give women a much needed break form work-a-day clothes, and make any outing feel like a vacation – even if it’s just window shopping at the mall.

“When you’re wearing Mustica.com crochet selections, you feel like you are wearing a one-of-a kind suit made just for you – and that you have been transported to somewhere exotic and glamorous.  This is no doubt why they are so special,” she added.  

Wallner, who started designing her own crochet collection because she couldn’t find what she wanted for her celebrity client styling assignments, believes the sustainability of crochet has everything to do with form finally catching up to function.

“At last, women can wear a crochet bikini at the beach or pool and actually swim in them without having to worry about wardrobe malfunctions,” she laughed.  “They are easy-to-care-for and feature new fabrics and vibrant colors designed for active lifestyles – from swimsuits to cute crochet tops ideal for a casual Saturday afternoon lunch.”

Wallner also believes that women are attracted to crochet fashion because of the limitless possibilities.

“They’re extremely versatile,” said the Italian born stylist, who also styles covers for Playboy and Fitness Rx Magazine.  “They can be worn as lingerie, beneath jackets, with jeans, as cover-ups, dresses, skirts, shorts … the list goes on and on!  As my Hollywood clients and customers are quickly discovering, adding crochet is fantastic way to give any outfit color, texture and flair.”

According to Wallner, her classically inspired crochet swimsuits come in a huge array of colors, styles – almost all with strategically flattering cutouts. “Today’s hand-made, intricate detail and ease of care has made our crochet lineup among our top sellers.”

Wallner’s collection is made of a cotton, nylon blend, and can be ordered in a growing number of colors, including black, white, off white, mustard yellow, yellow, coral, brown, baby blue, baby pink, and purple.

For free information about the latest in crochet fashions, including new lingerie arrivals, suede luxury swimwear and classy, sassy clubwear, go to www.musotica.com.

Yolanda Foster spotted putting the chic into swimwear with crochet fashions from Mustica.com.

Los Angeles, CA – Former model Yolanda Foster, a featured personality of Housewives of Beverly Hills, recently proved that classy remains sexy as ever when she was featured in BigBlondeHair.com wearing a one-piece crochet swimsuit from Musotica.com poolside in Las Vegas.  

According to popular Hollywood stylist and fashion designer Sarah Wallner  (credited with the surging popularity of crochet fashions and swimsuits), the Foster photo was the latest in a long list of celebrities turning to crochet to add color, added “pop” and flexibility to their wardrobes.

“Crochet swimwear has an endless number of amazing fashion applications,” said the Italian born stylist, who also styles covers for Playboy and Fitness Rx Magazine.  “They can be worn as lingerie, beneath jackets, with jeans, as cover-ups, dresses, skirts, and shorts.    As my Hollywood clients and customers have already discovered, adding crochet is a fantastic way to give any outfit extra personality, color, texture and flair.”

Musotica.com has become a popular Hollywood destination website, partly due to its large selection of crochet designs.  “The swimsuits in particular have become extremely popular with everybody from actors and models… to soccer moms and any women interested in adding creativity, texture and sexiness to any outfit.”

Wallner started the resurgence in crochet when she discovered there weren’t any suitable crochet clothing (a fashion relic of the sixties) on the market – so she set out to create her own lineup of new and improved crochet fashions for her high profile celebrity clients.  “They are sexy, figure flattering, stylish and extremely easy to maintain these days,” she says.  “Best of all, they are just as eye-appealing during the winter as they in the summer.”

Wallner says there’s a reason so many Hollywood stars and celebrities are being photographed wearing Musotica.com’s crochet selections – they are extremely photogenic.

“Once a client starts experimenting with crochet fashions – she wants to own them all,” she said.  “The good news is they are very economical… so you don’t have to be a movie star or model to incorporate them into your fashion style.”

Wallner says the celebrity website summed it up best when talking about Yolanda Foster’s usage of Musotica.com’s crochet fashions.  “Keeping it classy poolside in Vegas can be a challenge, but Yolanda Foster has poolside chic down pat.  She doesn’t wear a bikini by the pool; that could be too sexy.  She doesn’t wear a traditional one-piece by the pool; that could be too boring.  She wears the perfect, white crochet one-piece from Musotica.com with a great casual look.  Call it a day and copy her exact look, because this sense of style doesn’t come along too often.”

According to Wallner, Musotica’s crochet collection is made of a cotton/nylon blend, and can be ordered in a growing number of colors, including black, white, off-white, mustard yellow, yellow, coral, brown, baby blue, baby pink, purple – and many other colors.  Our lineup of crochet fashions features new fabrics and vibrant colors designed for the active Southern California lifestyle – from swimming… to a night out on the town.” 

For more information about their crochet fashion collection, go to www.musotica.com.