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We asked: Are Sweater Jackets In or Out?
You said: Bring on the Sweater Jackets–a full 69% voted them In.
Omiru’s take: There’s no question that Sweater Jackets are in. But now we can ask ourselves what type to wear. Short or long, chunky or delicately knit? Short sweater jackets work well for the petite, but then again, there’s a casual elegance to a 3/4 length. Chunky sweater jackets have a kind of ski-week charm, but a delicately knit jacket can blend right in at work.
Next Question: One of New York Fashion Week’s biggest accessory trends was the re-emergence of Thick Frame Glasses. But what do You think?
Tell us, are Thick Frame Glasses In, or are they Out? Cast your vote on
the sidebar!
Pictured: Marc by Marc Jacobs Nicolette Sweater | $278 at Shopbop.
March 5th, 2007
Issue No. 75 of the Friday Fashion Hotlist: a weekly compilation of the
cutest and coolest stuff Omiru’s Style Intelligence Report saw out there this
week.
This
week, we’re spotlighting The Best Shoes for you to step out for the weekend in. We present to
you a quirky pair of metallic flats for women and a pair of tough lace-up boots for men.
Kiltie Pleasure Flats | $98 at
Kenneth Cole
Bed Stu Galaxy Crecy Boots| $129.99 (sale) at Urban Outfitters
March 2nd, 2007
Marc Jacobs and Duckie Brown subtly shook things up on the runway with brightly colored hats and gloves accessorizing neutral looks. But these shots of color needn’t be limited to cold weather accessories. Spice up a modern military look with a brightly colored tee.
"Shot of Color" Fashion Formula = Military Blazer + Sweater + Brightly Colored Tee + Jeans + Casual Oxfords.
Marc by Marc Jacobs Whipcord Military Blazer | $498 at Nordstrom
Stock Utility Mockneck Sweater | $58 at Urban Outfitters
No Tag 1978 Vintage Weave Graphic Tee | $19.99 (sale) at Banana Republic
Kasil Victory in Midnight | $187 at Revolve Clothing
Lacoste ‘Token 2′ Oxford | $130 at Nordstrom
February 28th, 2007
We asked: Are Colorful Accessories In or Out?
You said: Colorful Accessories are In! A whopping 84% gave Colorful Accessories two thumbs up.
Omiru’s take: We’re fans of Colorful Accessories ourselves, so we couldn’t be happier. Why do we love them so much? Versatility! Which could you wear more often–a big bright yellow jacket, or a pair of fire engine red gloves? We’d hazard to guess that the gloves would blend better into your wardrobe as well.
Next Question: Remember how sweater jackets were all the rage in 2001? Fashion Week resurrected them, for both men and women. But what do You think? Tell us, are Sweater Jackets In, or are they Out? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Weatherly Watch Cap | $48 at Anthropologie.
February 26th, 2007
Issue No. 74 of the Friday Fashion Hotlist: a weekly compilation of the
cutest and coolest stuff Omiru’s Style Intelligence Report saw out there this
week.
This
week, we’re spotlighting Brightly Colored Accessories (Ã la Duckie Brown and Marc Jacobs) to spruce up your winter wardrobe. We present to
you a crimson newsboy cap for women and a sunshine yellow skull cap for men.
Crimson Newsboy Cap | $58 at
Anthropologie
Kangol Acrylic Skull Cap| $6.99 (sale) at Urban Outfitters
February 23rd, 2007
Bridge your Winter and Spring wardrobes by mixing your cold-weather peacoat with a bright warm-weather t-shirt and spring sweater.
"Spring Frost" Fashion Formula = Peacoat + Half-Zip Sweater + T-Shirt + Jeans + Slip-Ons.
Façonnable Long Peacoat | $495 at Nordstrom
Luxe Spring Blend Half-Zip Sweater | $59.99 (sale) at Banana Republic
Green Fitted Cotton Crew | $16.50 at Banana Republic
All-Son Fit #2 Vintage Jeans | $78 at Urban Outfitters
Come Fly With Me Slip-Ons | $120 (sale) at Kenneth Cole
February 21st, 2007
We asked: Is 80s Fashion In or Out?
You said: The 80s called, and they want their clothes back. Nearly as many people voted 80s Fashion Out (30%) as In (34%).
Omiru’s take: True–the 80s did give us more than their share of fashion mishaps. Think giant shoulderpads and the parachute pant (eek). But that doesn’t mean that we should throw out the baby with the bathwater. Gold lamé, in moderation, can provide sparkle to an otherwise ordinary evening outfit. And off-the-shoulder tops can beautifully counterbalance narrow pants.
Next Question: Colorful accessories lit up the runways at Marc Jacobs and Duckie Brown. But what do You think? Tell us, are Colorful Accessories In, or are they Out? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Grey Ant Slash Top | $209 at Shopbop.
February 19th, 2007
Cropped Styles
Seen at Perry Ellis, Duckie Brown (pictured), Lacoste, and DKNY.
Colorblocking
Seen at John Bartlett, Duckie Brown, Cabbeen, and Narciso Rodriguez (pictured).
Plaid Fabric
Seen at Duckie Brown, John Bartlett, Perry Ellis (pictured), and Cabbeen.
Pocket Detailing
Seen at Perry Ellis (pictured), Cabbeen, and Lacoste.
Colorful Accessories
Seen at Duckie Brown (pictured).
All photos courtesy of New York Magazine.
February 16th, 2007
INSPIRATIONS
Athletics
Narciso Rodriguez, Kim Jones
Bourgeois Weekends
Perry Ellis, Lacoste
Preppy Military
John Bartlett
DETAILING & FABRIC
Horizontal Stripes
Perry Ellis, Lacoste
Pocket Detailing
Perry Ellis, Cabbeen, Lacoste
Embroidery
Cabbeen
Cuff Detailing
John Bartlett
Colorblocking
John Bartlett, Duckie Brown, Cabbeen, Narciso Rodriguez
Plaid
Duckie Brown, John Bartlett, Perry Ellis, Cabbeen
GARMENT CLASSIFICATIONS
The Vest
Duckie Brown, Michael Kors
Skinny Pants
John Bartlett, Duckie Brown, Buckler, Narciso Rodriguez, Lacoste
Wide Pants
John Bartlett, Duckie Brown
The Sweaterjacket
Perry Ellis
Cropped Styles
Perry Ellis, Duckie Brown, Lacoste, DKNY
ACCESSORIES
Colorful Accessories
Duckie Brown
Gloves
Perry Ellis, Duckie Brown, Narciso Rodriguez
The Beanie
Duckie Brown, Perry Ellis
February 14th, 2007
Key Takeaways: In a season of intense wearability (hello, Betsey Johnson), we took an intermission at Heatherette, where we saw no shortage of neon colors, fanciful silhouettes, and eclectic detailing. Lots of layering, hordes of warming sweaters, some punk and some ski-inspired looks made their way down the purposefully wild runway. If a skier and a punk-rocker fought each other in a deathmatch, their remains would resemble the Heatherette Fall 2007 show.
Color Palette: Every color under the sun, including purple, bright blue, neon yellow, red, hot pink, silver and gold.
Silhouette: Equally voluminous and skin-tight. Voluminous looks included bubble skirts, sweaters, ponchos, zip-up hoodies, and Tarzan dresses. Streamlined looks included high-waisted skirts, short shorts, leather bathing suits, and leather pants.
Accessories Report: Sheer tights, ankle boots, layered and chunky bangles, and hats.
What’s Wearable: Almost nothing in Heatherette’s collection is directly translatable to the streets. But then again, do Traver Rains and Richie Rich really design for the common folk?
What’s Not Wearable: We’d like to point out the Dorothy-inspired costume and the leather accessories (which scream S&M).
February 9th, 2007
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