Style tip? Yellow green is a tough color to wear, no doubt. We’d recommend keeping it away from your face, like the skirt at Rachel Comey (pictured, left). The other great thing about the Rachel Comey example is that the top and belt help to tone the yellow green down with neutrals.
What do you think? Would you wear yellow green? Share your thoughts in the comments!
3 comments September 8th, 2008
Style tip? Pushing up your sleeves can give a breezy air to the most formal of outfits, and this styling technique works well for transition temperatures during both Spring and Fall. Wear your long sleeves pushed up to near the elbow for best effect. It doesn’t have to be picture perfect pushing–part of the beauty of this styling technique is its variability.
What do you think? Would you push up your sleeves? Share your thoughts in the comments!
9 comments September 8th, 2008
Style tip? This season’s vest is oversized instead of cropped. While the shrunken vests hit you at the waist, these oversized vests reach down to your hip. They’re great for elongating your torso if you’re shortwaisted (e.g. have a short torso and long legs). Wear an oversized vest if you’re looking to add an instant dash of polish to your outfit.
What do you think? Would you wear this season’s oversized vest? Share your thoughts in the comments!
5 comments September 8th, 2008
Style tip? Salmon Pink looks great with chocolate brown, as seen at Verrier. The delicate color really comes alive on dark–or tanned–skin.
What do you think? Would you wear salmon pink? Share your thoughts in the comments!
3 comments September 8th, 2008
Style tip? When you’re working with a bold, statement pattern, keep the shape of your dress simple, as at Costello Tagliapietra (center) and Lela Rose (right). Or wear a top or skirt in the statement pattern and balance it out with a solid color. The red Costello Tagliapietra pattern would look lovely in skirt format paired with a maroon top, wouldn’t it?
What do you think? Would you wear a statement pattern? Share your thoughts in the comments!
5 comments September 7th, 2008
Style tip? When you’re wearing such a statement design detail, keep the rest of your outfit simple in color and pattern. Isn’t that yellow-green bow coat from Lela Rose (pictured, left) outstanding?
What do you think? Would you wear a bow? Share your thoughts in the comments!
7 comments September 7th, 2008
Style tip? Bright orange is surprisingly versatile–and makes a striking statement. Pair orange with other warm colors - golds (as seen at ThreeAsFour), chocolate browns (a la Reyes), and even warm shades of teal (as at Verrier).
What do you think? Would you wear bright orange? Share your thoughts in the comments!
5 comments September 7th, 2008
While the country is gearing up for Election 2008, the powers that be in fashion will be gathering at the tents at Bryant Park for Fashion Week Spring 2009. Like we did for Fashion Week Fall 2008, we’ll be concentrating on trend analysis to bring you the trend information you need for next Spring and Summer.
While we gear up to start our Spring 2009 fashion coverage, check out our Fall 2008 Fashion Trend Report.
We’ll be returning to our regularly scheduled fashion tips, tricks, and answers on Monday, September 15!
September 5th, 2008
A simple a-line top is taken to a whole new level by adding a contrast yoke and little bows. Simply delightful!
$33 (approx) at Topshop.
2 comments September 5th, 2008
It’s a popular fashion "rule" that red and pink don’t mix (except maybe on Valentine’s day). The idea is that red and pink look too girly–and that they don’t look great together in the first place. We’re out to prove these fashion misconceptions wrong with a sophisticated outfit that’s as ladylike as it is chic. Here’s how to create a red and pink outfit that works:
Choose the Right Shade of Pink. It’s hard to make pink work with red–but it can work with the right shade of pink. We love a deep, rich pink like the one shown on the top, especially when this pink is paired with a chic fire engine red.
Look for Elegant Details. To counter the girly nature of red and pink, take care to choose elegant details like the buckle on the bag and the double row of buttons on the skirt. Style is all in the details, and these elegant touches will make your look ladylike instead of girly.
Accessorize with Warm Neutral Colors. Against the backdrop of the red and the pink, warm colored neutrals are going to work best. We love the chocolatey browns paired with the rich red and pink.
What are your favorite color combinations? Share your style with us in the comments!
7 comments September 4th, 2008
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