Archive for September, 2008

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Flared Trenchcoat

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Flared Trenchcoat
Photo Credit: NYMag.com
Flared trenchcoats at Erin Fetherston, DKNY, and Tracy Reese.


Style tip?  Fall’s Trenchcoats are structured and form fitting.  Spring’s version of this classic coat is lighter and more feminine, with oversized collars, a cinched waist, and a flared skirt. 


What do you think?  Would you wear the flared trench?  Share your thoughts in the comments!

2 comments September 11th, 2008

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Cutouts

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Cutouts
Photo Credit: NYMag.com
Cutouts at ThreeAsFour, James Coviello, and Alexander Wang.


Style tip? 
Look at the shape the cutouts make - are they sleek and streamlined (ThreeAsFour, pictured left), architectural (James Coviello, pictured center), or are they organic and haphazard (Alexander Wang, pictured right)?  If you can find cutouts that fit your personality, they can add such character to your outfit!

What do you think?  Would you wear cutouts?  Share your thoughts in the comments!

2 comments September 11th, 2008

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Peach

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Peach
Photo Credit: NYMag.com
Peach at Erin Fetherston, Costello Tagliapietra, and Alexander Wang.


Style tip? 
Contrast the softness of the peach color with a pair of edgy shoes, as seen at Costello Tagliapietra and Alexander Wang.  Like all pastel colors, the darker your skin tone, the better the color looks on you.  Beware - if you have super fair skin, peach probably isn’t going to be your color. 

What do you think?  Would you wear peach?  Share your thoughts in the comments!

3 comments September 10th, 2008

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Black and White Pattern

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Black and White Pattern
Photo Credit: NYMag.com
Black and White Pattern at Carolina Herrera, Preen, and Issac Mizrahi.


Style tip? 
When you limit your color palette to black and white, let loose and go wild with pattern.  No matter how crazy the pattern is, your outfit will still embody a certain elegant graphic sensibility.  Or if you’re not feeling too wild, stick with stripes (a la Carolina Herrera) for a chic, put together look.

What do you think?  Would you wear wild black and white pattern?  Share your thoughts in the comments!

5 comments September 10th, 2008

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Distinctive Belts

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Distinctive Belts
Photo Credit: NYMag.com
Distinctive Belts at Peter Som, Monique Lhuillier, and Marc by Marc Jacobs.


Style tip?  Accessorize without visually cutting your body in two by choosing a belt in a color similar to your dress (as at Peter Som).  Or make a statement with a bold, contrast color belt - or two.


What do you think?  Would you wear a distinctive belt?  Share your thoughts in the comments!

2 comments September 10th, 2008

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Bold Cuff Bracelets

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Bold Cuff Bracelets
Photo Credit: NYMag.com
Cuff Bracelets at Twinkle, Marc Jacobs, and Cynthia Steffe.


Style tip?  Bold Cuff Bracelets are a great way to add a graphic touch to your outfit.  They’re especially fetching juxtaposed against bold colors, as seen at Marc Jacobs and Cynthia Steffe.


What do you think?  Would you wear a cuff bracelet?  Share your thoughts in the comments!

6 comments September 10th, 2008

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Ombre

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Ombre
Photo Credit: NYMag.com
Ombre at Herve Leger, Jonathan Saunders, and Lela Rose.


Style tip?  Ombre has to be one of our favorite trends, right up there with Dresses with Pockets.  It’s such a soothing design detail - reminiscent of seascapes, sunrises, and sunsets, depending on the color palette.  Wear your ombre dress, top, or skirt proudly - show off this gorgeous gradient!


What do you think?  Would you wear ombre?  Share your thoughts in the comments!

4 comments September 10th, 2008

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Chocolate Brown

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Chocolate Brown
Photo Credit: NYMag.com
Chocolate Brown at Tuleh, BCBG, and Miss Sixty.


Style tip?  Chocolate brown is such a warm, rich color.  Do it justice by pairing it with other warm tones — yellows, oranges, and salmon pink are especially charming. 


What do you think?  Would you wear chocolate brown?  Share your thoughts in the comments!

5 comments September 9th, 2008

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Slouchy Trouser Pants

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Slouchy Trouser Pants
Photo Credit: NYMag.com
Slouchy trouser pants at Costello Tagliapietra, DKNY, and James Coviello.


Style tip?  Not a fan of skinny jeans?  Slouchy trouser pants to the rescue!  Wear these roomy trousers with a more fitted top for a classic small-over-big silhouette. 


What do you think?  Would you wear slouchy trouser pants?  Share your thoughts in the comments!

9 comments September 9th, 2008

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Lace

Spring 2009 Fashion Week Trend: Lace
Photo Credit: NYMag.com
Lace at Catherine Holstein, Verrier, and Diane von Furstenberg.


Style tip? 
Catherine Holstein proves that lace doesn’t have to be feminine and sweet (though it so often is).  Pair the loveliest of lace dresses with the right accessories, and it can take on a distinct edge.

What do you think?  Would you wear lace?  If so, how would you wear it?  Share your thoughts in the comments!

7 comments September 9th, 2008

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