Archive for April, 2006

Diane von Furstenberg Long Luce Jacket

Diane von Furstenberg Long Luce Jacket Feeling the 1960s?  Love Diane von Furstenberg?  We’ve got the coat for you!

$625 at Shopbop.

April 19th, 2006

Trendscape | Tassel-free Loafers

A staple of almost every man’s wardrobe is the loafer.  Along with their distant cousin, the moccasin, loafers are a hassle-free, versatile piece of footwear suitable for both a casual day in the city and a grinding day at work.  Still, there is always room for modernization of the classic slip-on. 

Our recommendation? Bypass those “grandfather tassels” that have become synonymous with the loafer and go for a more contemporary design.  Still stuck on tassels?  Try something along the lines of the updated tassels on the Paul Smith design.

Ben Sherman ‘Inter’ Loafers | $81 at Bluefly.com

Mayker Penny Loafer | $129.95 at Johnston & Murphy

Prada Moccasins | $264 at Yoox.com

Paul Smith Tassel Loafer  | $295 at Bergdorf Goodman

John Varvatos Suede Penny Loafer | $365 at Neiman Marcus

Gucci Classic Horsebit Loafer | $410 at Saks Fifth Avenue

 


2 comments April 19th, 2006

Trendscape: Pretty in Plaid

Plaids have come a long way since Kurt Cobain’s flannel-wearing grunge days. The pattern – more grown up, mature and sophisticated – has been showing up on the runways, especially in the Fall 06 collections (Check out the plaid on the London runways, courtesy of Fashion Addict Diary). Plaid-happy? Here are a few pieces that translate better on the streets.

Anne Klein plaid top

Anne Klein New York Plaid Silk Top | $195 at Nordstrom

fringed jacket

Fringed Boucle Jacket | $87.90 (sale) at Nordstrom 

 

plaid shirt

Façonnable "Kerry" Check Shirt | $135 at Nordstrom 


LAMB sash turtleneck

L.A.M.B. Sash Turtleneck Sweater | $102.90 (sale) at Nordstrom 

 

1 comment April 18th, 2006

Moppett Scoopneck

Moppett Scoopneck from Anthropologie A cute 60s style print on a current silhouette.

$88 at Anthropologie.

April 18th, 2006

Omiru Poll Results: Leggings are Out

Leggings Poll Result


We asked: Are Leggings In or Out?

You said: It seems that Leggings are Out of style.  Only 17% of you think they’re still in style, and a whopping 44% say they’re Out.  And another 39% say that they’re on the way out.

Omiru’s take: Though the throwback to the 80s was charming for a short while, it seems that the romance of the past (at least with these leggings) is over.  The problem we see with them is that they’re just not super flattering.  The short-skirt-over-leggings look that seems to be this year’s frilly-skirt-with-Uggs works for the uber-leggy, but what about the rest of us?  And given the wealth of other fashion choices out there, aren’t there more flattering options? Leggings were fun while they lasted, but it’s time to move on.

Next Question: What do you think about Skinny Jeans?  Are they In, or are they Out?  Cast your vote on the sidebar!

April 17th, 2006

Rag & Bone Grey Swallow Tee

Rag & Bone Grey Swallow Tee Cool print, and it goes along with this whole Birds on Shirts trend.

$62 at Active Endeavors.

April 17th, 2006

Trendscape: Decorative Belts

It’s not news that belts are heading up north.  Whether you choose to wear the following styles on your hip or on your waist, one thing’s for sure: they are all a surefire way to spice up an ensemble.

If you have $$$ to burn:

NM belt

 

Embellished Wide Leather Belt | $475 at Neiman Marcus  

 

 

Anthropologie Elemental Belt

 

Elemental Belt | $169.95 (sale) at Anthropologie


 $$ instead of $$$:

bloomingdales studded belt

Floral Studded Leather Belt | $85 at Bloomingdales

 
Chic on the Cheap!

studded double wrap belt

Studded Double Wrap Belt | $34 at Urban Outfitters

April 17th, 2006

Friday Fashion Hotlist | 4.14.06

Issue XXXVI of the Friday Fashion Hotlist: a weekly compilation of the
cutest and coolest stuff Style Intelligence Report saw out there this
week.

This
week, we present a gorgeous cocktail dress for women and a fresh looking track jacket for men.

For women:

 

Soap Operas Dress
Soap Operas Dress by Samantha Treacy | $348 at Anthropologie

Love the draped neckline that scoops the bustline and the beautiful pattern on the skirt!

And for men:

Fred Perry Chevron Track Jacket in White
Fred Perry Chevron Track Jacket | $112 at Active Endeavors


One part preppy and one part urban, this track jacket is sure to turn heads.  Green + White = Awesome.

April 14th, 2006

Bubbles Necklace

Bubbles Necklace
This gorgeous pearl necklace was inspired by a friend of the designer who wanted a necklace to look like Bubbles.

Lovingly designed and handmade in New York by Jersey of Digital Attire!

$128 at Digital Attire.

1 comment April 14th, 2006

[Sponsored Post] Ready Made Outfit: Spring Is In The Air

April showers bring May flowers, and CoutureCandy has everything you need to put together the perfect springtime look. Brunch on the Malibu shore, a picnic in Central Park, crêpes & coffee in Paris: this outfit goes anywhere.

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Serfontaine Crop Jacket in Havana
Serfontaine Crop Jacket in Havana | $242 at CoutureCandy

Development Sleeveless Patchwork Dress
Development Sleeveless Patchwork Dress | $310 at CoutureCandy

C. Label Grazia Heel
C. Label Grazia Heel | $188 at CoutureCandy

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April 13th, 2006

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