Ready Made Outfit [Men]: Hoodie and a Tee

Take your Hoodie and T-Shirt combo up a notch on the style ladder by adding a jean jacket in a complementary color, a pair of cargo pants, and a pair of modern oxfords.  Extra points for the purposely mismatched shoes.

"Hoodie and a Tee" Fashion Formula = Jean Jacket + Hoodie + T-Shirt + Cargo Pants + Modern Oxfords.

Sherpa Cord Jean Jacket
Sherpa Cord Jean Jacket | $88 at Gap

Shaw Pond Hoodie
Shaw Pond Hoodie | $79.50 at Abercrombie & Fitch

Brown Sound Citrus Tree Tee
Brown Sound Citrus Tree Tee | $30 at Revolve Clothing

Rugged Cargo Pants
Rugged Cargo Pants | $49.95 (sale) at Gap

Camper \"Twins\" Oxford Shoes
Camper "Twins" Oxford Shoes | $150 at Nordstrom


Posted by Trisha on October 26th, 2006 in Men, Ready Made Outfits |

Halloween Ready Made Outfit: Mary Kate Olsen

If you’ve been dying to dress in the effortless, rock ‘n roll style of Mary Kate Olsen, Halloween is your chance to do it without looking like a poser. Bear with us–achieving MK’s look means a lot of black, a lot of layering, and a lot of accessories. And after you’ve got the outfit down, don’t forget to slouch a bit as you’re walking, and make sure the hoodie on your sweater is worn over your disheveled and nappy hair.

"Mary Kate Olsen" Fashion Formula = Black Hoodie + Men’s Oversized Tee + Skinny Black Jeans + Dark Sunglasses + Studded Belt + Quilted Handbag + Oval Ring + Peep Toe Pumps.


black hoodie
Twelfth Street By Cynthia Vincent Cashmere Zip Hoodie | $272 at Nordstrom

rock n roll tee
Rise and Fall Rock & Roll Tee | $38 at Urban Outfitters

black skinny jeans
BDG 5 Pocket Skinny Jean Black | $49 at Urban Outfitters

dark sunglasses
Diesel Black Frame Sunglasses | $229 at Sunglassesportal.com

studded belt
Black Non-leather 2 Row Pyramid Belt | $24 at Hot Topic

quilted bag
Diesel Quilted Double Zip Bag | $90 at Urban Outfitters

ring
EXEX by Claudia Agudelo Oval Ring | $98 at
Nordstrom


peep toe pumps
Guess "Jules" Peep Toe Pump | $110 at Macy’s

Posted by Melody on October 25th, 2006 in Ready Made Outfits, Shopping Guide, Women | 3 comments

Halloween Ready Made Outfit: A Modern Marie Antoinette

Sofia Coppola’s flick "Marie Antoinette" is being released at the perfect time to inspire a fabulously rich and over-the-top Halloween costume. The Queen of France was, after all, one of the most stylish royal icons of her time.  In the interest of practicality, we decided to modernize Queen Antoinette’s look just a tad–the gigantic skirt poufed with yards of tulle probably isn’t the look you’re going for.  But if the Halloween look you’re after is sophisticated and of-the-moment, Queen Marie Antoinette is the way to go. 

"A Modern Marie Antoinette" Fashion Formula = Platinum Wig + Pearl Choker + Satin and Lace Corset + Bubble Skirt + White Leggings + Hand Fan.

Marie Antoinette wig
Marie Antoinette Platinum Wig | $40 at amasquerade.com

pearl choker
Carolee Four Row Mixed Pearl Necklace | $100 at Nordstrom

corset
Spoon Busk Satin and Lace Corset | $399.99 at absolutecorsets.com

bubble skirt
Walter Natural Sparkle Pleated Bubble Skirt | $99.99 at Bluefly

leggings
LaRok Button Leggings | $98 at Shopbop

Arabella Shoes
Arabella Pumps | $298 at Anthropologie

hand fan
Mini Fan | $51 at A Cool Breeze

Posted by Melody on October 24th, 2006 in Ready Made Outfits, Shopping Guide, Women | 2 comments

Omiru Poll Results: Layered Necklaces are In

Omiru Poll Results: Layered Necklaces are In


Lee Angel Oval Link NecklaceWe asked: Are Layered Necklaces In or Out?

You said: Layered Necklaces are still In.  58% are still all over this trend, while 14% think they’re Out.  The remaining 28% think this jewelry trend is On the Way Out.

Omiru’s take:
We love the drama that Layered Necklaces create for an outfit.  With the ability to take a simple outfit from vanilla to cookies & cream, Layered Necklaces are an essential in this era of mannered, ladylike dressing to give outfits a bit more flavor.  In order to take full advantage of this jewelry trend, we recommend pairing necklaces with compatible colors but wildly different textures. 

Next Question: Striped Tops are on one hand a figure flattery liability (the wrong sized or placed stripes can make you look like you took a few too many sweets from the cookie jar) and on the other hand a fashion trend that’s all over the stores.   But what do you
think?  Tell us, are Striped Tops In, or are they Out?  Cast your
vote on the sidebar!

Pictured: Lee Angel Oval Link Necklace | $425 at Scoop NYC.

Posted by Trisha on October 23rd, 2006 in Features, Trend, Trend Predictives, What's In and What's Out, Women | 2 comments

Friday Fashion Hotlist | 10.20.06

Issue No. 61 of the Friday Fashion Hotlist: a weekly compilation of the
cutest and coolest stuff Omiru’s Style Intelligence Report saw out there this
week.

This
week, we’re spotlighting Bomber Jackets to keep you warm for the winter.  We present to
you his-and-her bomber jackets, complete with our favorite winter coat detailing: toggle closures!

  Lux Fur Toggle Bomber Jacket
Lux Fur Toggle Bomber Jacket | $125 at
Urban Outfitters
Don’t miss the details: the toggles, the faux fur trim, and the red buttons adorning the navy flap pockets.

Triple Five Soul Wool Bomber
Triple Five Soul Wool Bomber | $279 at Urban Outfitters
If you’re not into the Fur look, you can zip the fur trim off.  Gotta love a coat that does double duty.

Posted by Trisha on October 20th, 2006 in Friday Fashion Hotlist, Men, Trend, Women |

Ready Made Outfit: Out for a Drink

If you’re heading out to a chichi bar anytime soon, consider wearing this equally elegant ensemble. Looking long and svelte, you’ll be the most stylish girl in the room.  It’s all about the details: the pockets on the dress, the stirrups on the leggings, and the round toe on the pumps.  Don’t be surprised if both guys and girls complement your look. 

"Out for a Drink" Fashion Formula = Dress with Pockets + Gold Necklace + Stirrup Leggings + Round-toe Pumps.

 

pocket dress

Marie Marie Pocket Dress | $435 at Shopbop 

 

necklace

Scroll Medallion Necklace | $24 at Bebe

 

stirrup leggings

Stirrup Leggings |  $21.50 at Delia’s


roundtoe pumps

Steven ‘Lemore’ Pump  |  $99 (sale) at Macy’s

Posted by Melody on October 19th, 2006 in Ready Made Outfits, Women | 5 comments

Trendscape: Sweaterdresses


It’s a brisk October day, but you still feel like sporting a dress. What to do? You’re in luck because this fall, two fashion staples–dresses and sweaters–have mated to birth one luxuriously cozy trend: sweaterdresses.  Feast your eyes on three of our favorites.

Our $$$ Pick

Shopbop sweaterdress

Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent Sweater Dress | $405 at Shopbop

Our $$ Pick 

Nordstrom sweaterdress

Diesel ‘Blissi’ Sweater Dress | $240 at Nordstrom

Our $ Pick

Bebe sweaterdress

 Bebe Double V Tunic Dress | $98 at Bebe

Posted by Melody on October 18th, 2006 in Trend, Trendscape, Trendscape, Women | 3 comments

Ready Made Outfit [Men]: The Sartorialist

We had the pleasure of meeting the Sartorialist (aka Scott Schuman) as he interviewed Jean-Claude Colban of Charvet at Saks Fifth Avenue.  PSA from Jean-Claude?  Don’t use starch when ironing your shirts, as it harms the cotton fibers and diminishes the life of the shirt.  The More You Know, huh? 

Scott’s sleek ensemble truly befit his tastemaker status…the man sure has an eye for style.  

"The Sartorialist" Fashion Formula = Navy Pinstripe Suit + Check Shirt + Narrow Navy Tie + Brown Oxford Shoes.
Ralph Lauren Three-Button Pinstriped Suit
Three-Button Pinstriped Suit | $1,195 at Polo Ralph Lauren

J Crew Satin Tie
Satin Tie | $68 at J Crew

Tappan-Check Shirt
Tappan-Check Shirt | $69.50 at J Crew

Salvatore Ferragamo \'Tiberio\' Oxford
Salvatore Ferragamo ‘Tiberio’ Oxford | $460 at Nordstrom


Posted by Trisha on October 17th, 2006 in Men, Ready Made Outfits | 2 comments

Omiru Poll Results: Tall Boots are In!

Omiru Poll Result: Tall Boots are In


Marc by Marc Jacobs Boot with Buttons up SideWe asked: Are Tall Boots In or Out?

You said: You heart Tall Boots!  88% of you voted Tall Boots In. Only 6% each believe that these boots are Out or On the Way Out.

Omiru’s take:
Needless to say, we’re all over this Fall/Winter wardrobe staple too.  And while you can wear these Tall Boots with skinny jeans and an oversized top for a distinctly 80s vibe, we’d recommend looking beyond the obvious.  Instead, why not toughen up a flirty dress with a cropped jacket and a rugged pair of Tall Boots?

Next Question: Layered necklaces are all over the runways.   But what do you
think?  Tell us, are Layered Necklaces In, or are they Out?  Cast your
vote on the sidebar!

Pictured: Marc by Marc Jacobs Boot with Buttons up Side | $530 at Shopbop.

Posted by Trisha on October 16th, 2006 in Trend, Trend Predictives, What's In and What's Out | 3 comments

Friday Fashion Hotlist | 10.13.06

Issue No. 60 of the Friday Fashion Hotlist: a weekly compilation of the
cutest and coolest stuff Omiru’s Style Intelligence Report saw out there this
week.

This
week, we’re spotlighting Cool Caps to keep your head warm as we head into the chilly days of October.  We present to
you a boucle newsboy cap for women and a military influenced patch cap for men.

  Anthropologie Boucle Newsboy Cap
Boucle Newsboy Cap | $48 at
Anthropologie
White hot.  Need we say more?

A. Kurtz Sweet Hat (Prince of Wales)
A. Kurtz Sweet Hat (Prince of Wales) | $52 at 80s Purple
Plaid fabric and military-inspired styling place this cap firmly on trend.

Posted by Trisha on October 13th, 2006 in Friday Fashion Hotlist, Men, Trend, Women | 1 comment

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