Archive for February 11th, 2008
Fashion Week Fall 2008 featured an explosion of color (say hello to teal, cobalt blue, crimson red, bright pink, and orange) and an emphasis on the feminine form. Cinched waists, floor-length dresses, and asymmetrical, one-shoulder gowns played against headbands, oversized bows, and quirky hats.
Want the full scoop on fashion week? Read on for all of the biggest trends:
Accessories
Ankle Boots
Fishnets
Headbands
Quirky Hats
The Beanie Hat
T-Strap Shoes
Classifications
Cocoon Shaped Coats
Collarless Jacket
Double Breasted Jackets
Floor Length Dresses
Jumpsuit
Long Blazer
Skinny Pants
Tie-Neck Blouses
Color
Chocolate Brown
Cobalt Blue
Crimson Red
Day Glo Brights
Forest Green
Grey
Orange
Purple
Teal
White
Yellow Green
Details
Bishop Sleeves
Funnel Necklines
Half Sleeves
Oversized Bows
Oversized Collar
Pouf Sleeves
Tuxedo Detailing
Fabrics & Fabrications
Elegant Floral Prints
Feathers
Houndstooth
Ombre
Plaid
Sequins and Shine
Velvet
Silhouettes
1920s Fashion
Asymmetry
Attack of the 1980s
Cinched Waist
Photo Credit: NYMag.com.
February 11th, 2008
Between the burnt orange color and the delicate pintucking, this tunic is a real winner.
$29 at Forever 21.
February 11th, 2008
We asked: Is The Color Teal In or Out?
You said: In, with an overwhelming 78% of the vote!
Style tip? Beat the winter blues with jewel tones, like this marvelously flattering teal blouse from BCBG. Add a bright yellow bag for an extra punch of style. Want more teal inspiration? Check out Teal at Fashion Week Fall 2008.
Next question: Out of all of our Fashion Week Fall 2008 trends, the one that caused the most controversy was The Jumpsuit. Would you wear it, or would you leave it on the rack? Cast your
vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: BCBG Tie Front Charmeuse Blouse in Teal | $158 at Nordstrom.
February 11th, 2008
Recycled papertrim makes these patterned matchbooks as chic as they are green.
Set of 10.
$15 at Etsy.
February 11th, 2008
Photo Credit: NYMag.comCinched Waist Looks at Verrier, Diane von Furstenberg, and BCBG.
Style tip? You can visually create curves where you don’t have any with a belt–wide or thin. And if you are already blessed with curves, you can accentuate them with a belt.
What do you think? Would you wear a cinched waist outfit? Share your thoughts in the comments!
February 11th, 2008
Photo Credit: NYMag.comVelvet at Max Azria, Carolina Herrera, and Zac Posen.
Style tip? Add texture to your outfit with velvet–a classic fall/winter fabric. The classic velvet item? The Velvet Blazer.
What do you think? Would you wear velvet? And if so, with what? Share your thoughts in the comments!
February 11th, 2008
Photo Credit: NYMag.comCocoon Shapes at BCBG, Peter Som, and Philip Lim.
Style tip? For maximum figure flattery, cocoon shaped coats are best worn with a belt, a la BCBG.
What do you think? Would you wear a cocoon coat? And if so, with what? Share your thoughts in the comments!
February 11th, 2008
Photo Credit: NYMag.comOversized Collars at Peter Som and James Coviello.
Style tip? Use this standout detail as a frame for your gorgeous face.
What do you think? Would you wear an oversized collar? And if so, with what? Share your thoughts in the comments!
February 11th, 2008
Photo Credit: NYMag.comThe Beanie Hat at Catherine Malandrino, Cynthia Steffe, and Doo Ri.
Style tip? Try one in a bright red, yellow, or even purple–hats are a great way to experiment with color.
What do you think? Would you wear a beanie hat? And if so, with what? Share your thoughts in the comments!
February 11th, 2008
