After a couple of seasons with striped shirts at the helm, the fashion world is slowly migrating towards the next In Thing: the patterned shirt.
Fear not, the striped shirt isn’t going anywhere—it’s too versatile and flattering to leave the style scene. The patterned shirt, on the other hand, can be less versatile and somewhat less flattering (no strong vertical lines to elongate your silhouette). However, what the patterned shirt lacks in these areas, it more than makes up for in personality. See for yourself:
Triple 5 Soul Jacquard S/S Shirt | $68 at
Urban OutfittersWhat it says: I’m a little quirky, a little offbeat.
Regal-Paisley Premium French Cuff Shirt | $41.99 at
Banana RepublicWhat it says: I’m creative, fun, and the life of the party.
Lumber Road | $59.50 at
Abercrombie and FitchWhat it says: I’m woodsy, preppy…or both.
Textured Bias-Check Premium Barrel Cuff Shirt | $49.99 at
Banana RepublicWhat it says: I’m organized and in control. Always.
July 5th, 2005
One of the things I like most about this nautical-inspired trend is its inherent timelessness. Sailor stripes were chic even before Sarah Jessica Parker wore them in the final season of Sex and the City. And who can resist the understated elegance of knotted embellishments? Chances are, these items won’t be relegated to the back of the closet when the fashion magazines move on to the Next Big Trend.
A few items worth a look…
For women:
Stripe Tissue Camisole | $14.50 at
JCrewI know I’ve mentioned this one before, but I just love navy + green!
Whitney-Stripe V-Neck Tank | $28 at
JCrewTiny horizontal stripes can be more flattering than wider ones.
Bridget Mesh Wrap Polo | $88 at
Blue Label Ralph LaurenLove the knot detailing!
And For Men:
Striped Lisle Polo | $79.50 at
Polo Ralph LaurenFor a similar style at a lower price, try the Trapper’s Gorge Polo ($49.50)
at
Abercrombie & Fitch.
Champlain Valley Polo | $39.50 at
Abercrombie & Fitch.
A touch of pink, for those men who are comfortable with their masculinity!
Be careful, this one can come out a little "jailhouse."
Cotton Maritime-Stripe Crewneck | $58 at
JCrewFeels French, somehow.
April 15th, 2005
On the radar: a natural extension of the textured embellishment trend I discussed last week. Hardware trims such as zippers and metal snaps are turning up as utilitarian embellishments on clothes for both men and women. I love the contrast of the hard details on a soft piece of clothing, especially when done with a subtle hand.
I saw a couple of nice examples while trendscouting at Armani Exchange:
For Men: Zipper Placket on a Raglan Sleeve Knit Shirt.
$49.99 at A|X.
For Women: Snap detailing on a scoopneck tee.
$38.00 at A|X.
FYI–I’m taking a long weekend in LA for a mini-break and a fabric show (*sighs of happiness*). Expect a report on fabrics/colors for Spring/Summer 06 when I’m back on Tuesday!
April 1st, 2005
