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We asked: Would you wear Skinny Jeans?
You said: Yes to Skinny Jeans, with 62% of the vote.
Style tip? Dark wash jeans are going to be the most flattering, as they visually slim the leg. For a fresh look, pair a voluminous top (jacket or shirt) over your skinny jeans for a big-over-small look.
Next question: Trenchcoats are a classic that never really go out of style. The twist this season? Bright colors. Would you wear a brightly colored trench? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Earnest Sewn Cigarette Leg Harlan Jeans | $185 at 80s Purple.
March 31st, 2008
Keep a scarf stashed in your handbag. You never know when it’ll come in handy. Scarves are great for punching up a ho-hum outfit, giving you a bit of extra color, and keeping you warm from overzealous air conditioning. Often, they do all three.
How do you wear a scarf (in three easy steps)? (1) Fold it in half lengthwise, (2) Wrap it around your neck, and (3) Tuck the loose ends through the folded end. Presenting our five favorite scarves to sweep you through Spring:
Cashmere Wrap | $68 at Banana Republic
Simply elegant, and that purple color is lovely.
Sheer Striped Scarf | $17.50 at American Eagle
Bright colors and stripes…what more can we ask for?
Tie Dye Scarf | $30 (approx) at Topshop
There’s nothing quite like tie dye to liven up an outfit.
Crinkled Cotton Scarf | $34 at Martin & Osa
Love the elegance of this casual-yet-sophisticated crinkled cotton scarf.
Tight Square Weave Scarf | $30 (approx) at Topshop
Add some texture to your outfit with this open square weave scarf.
March 27th, 2008
We asked: Would you wear Plaid?
You said: Yes! A whopping 77% of you voted in favor of Plaid.
Style tip? Plaids can be loud–but they can also be quietly sophisticated. Try a glen plaid (pictured, left) for a whisper of plaid.
Next question: Despite how tough they are to wear, skinny jeans remain on the fashion radar. But would you wear skinny jeans? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Martin Glen Plaid Cuffed Wide-leg Trouser | $59.99 (sale) at Banana Republic.
March 23rd, 2008
There’s no better way to perk up a dreary day outfit (and stay warm) than a brightly colored sweater. It’ll brighten your outfit–and it’ll lift your mood. Here’s to cheery cloudy days–and the best of the Bright Sweaters out there:
Our $$ Picks:
Cotton Cashmere Primrose Cardigan | $98 at J Crew
The cotton lawn flowers adorning the front placket take this sweater from average to amazing.
Egyptian Cotton Short Sleeve Cardigan | $65 at J Crew
Isn’t this royal blue color to die for? Goes great with neutrals…and a splash of orange.
Ruched Sleeve Shawl Wrap Sweater | $57 (approx) at Topshop
We just can’t get enough of this gorgeous teal color.
Our $ Picks:
Elbow Sleeved Waffle Cardigan | $39.50 at Gap
The elbow sleeves on this cardigan let your button-down shirts shine for a perfect business casual ensemble.
Sweater Knit Drawstring Hoodie | $24.50 at Old Navy
Layer this hoodie over a striped shirt for a playful look.
March 19th, 2008
We asked: Would you wear a Minidress?
You said: Maybe. For the second week in a row, both "Yes" and "No" each got 50% of the vote.
Style tip? If you have less-than-perfect legs, you can still pull off the minidress trend. Try wearing a minidress over (opaque) tights. Black tights are the most slimming, but you can also experiment with color here.
Next question: We’re seeing plaid everywhere–on the runway, in stores, and on the streets. But would you wear plaid yourself? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Kate Dress | $98 at J Crew.
March 17th, 2008
Welcome to a Special Sampler Edition of the Friday Fashion Hotlist. This week, we present to you Our Favorite Goodies from the Sampler to show you the best of the best from independent crafters and artists.
Bees Knees Gocco Print | $3.50 each at Andy Pratt Design
Andy Pratt’s Location Collection features handmade letterpress visions of Brooklyn, Nice, and London.
Check out Mixtape’s Etsy Store.
Mixtape’s designer is a lover of all things quirky, kitsch and retro cool. Like these vintage shilling charms.
Poppy Bobbypins | $6 each at Foundling
Foundling’s Bobbypins are made of repurposed vintage fabrics. Absolutely lovely.
Are you a designer or crafter? Spread the word about yourself by sending your goods to The Sampler today!
March 14th, 2008
Spring is around the corner, so welcome it in style with these seven investment-worthy wardrobe upgrades.
The Tom Ford Inspired Shirt
Tom Ford Suit and Shirt, photo courtesy of Men.Style.com.
It’s an understatement to say that Tom Ford does everything bold. (Have you seen his ads? And the ones in US magazines are the “toned down†ones; check out the UK GQ for the real deal) So it shouldn’t be a big surprise that his spring collection is particularly eye-catching. Unfortunately, not all of us can a) afford Mr. Ford’s clothing or b) pull it off. We love the shirt in this suit set. Wear it under a solid colored blazer, such as charcoal, grey—or white, if you have that certain je ne sais quoi. Two more affordable options: the Secret Wash Point Collar Shirt in Large Gingham ($64.50 at J Crew), and a shirt with the same pattern (albeit of a lower quality) for a little less than $100 at Club Monaco (not available online).
The Slim Fit Polo Shirt
Michael Kors Striped Polo | $175 at Neiman Marcus
Polos are a staple of any gentleman’s casually cool spring summer wardrobe. Some designers to watch: Ralph Lauren’s spring line always resonates with color, and their rugby pieces have been recently increasing in popularity. Lacoste is celebrating its 75th anniversary by putting an oversized alligator on their classic polo shirts. Burberry has done two things we’ve loved over the last couple of seasons: (1) they came out with a slim-fit line of shirts, and (2) they’ve toned down the pretentiousness factor (i.e. they’ve gotten rid of that signature Burberry check on the front button placket on some shirts).
Bloomingdales sells a great rugby-striped, slim-fit, ultra-soft cotton polo by Burberry, which unfortunately isn’t available online. If you find it in store, check it out in the white/gray colorway. But similar to this Burberry shirt is the Michael Kors shirt pictured above.
The Perfect Chino Pant
Mason’s Chinos, photo courtesy of Men.Style.com.
As it gets hotter, jeans become a little too heavy to wear. Instead, try these chinos from Mason’s. They’re slim, rich in color and are sans pleats and cuffs. Perfect for any event not held at a country club.
The Lightweight Blazer
Soft Blazer | $165 at Oak
When it gets chilly at night—or you need to dress up for that dinner date, you’ll want to wear a blazer. If you’re looking for a new one, we recommend this blazer by OakNYC, as it’s a great lightweight summer choice. Style tip? The trick to instantly casualizing anything, especially coats (even trenchcoats) or blazers, is to push up the sleeves. Note that pushing is not the same as rolling– rolling up the sleeves will wreak havoc on finer jackets.
The Low Top White Leather Sneaker
Common Projects Sneakers | $264 at Revolve Clothing
The perfect casual summer shoe is a low top white leather sneaker. I recommend a slip on by Common Projects (a style that is in fashion at the moment, but not in stores yet). The pictured sneaker, a low-top lace up, is a close substitution. Well made and comfortable, Common Projects shoes bear no logos. Instead, each shoe is individually numbered in subtle gold writing. Style tip? When wearing white sneakers and dark denim, beware: dark denim is often dark because of a powder coating. This powder will rub off onto your shoes (and shirt, for that matter).
The Trenchcoat
Modern Glen Plaid Straight Trenchcoat | $198 at Banana Republic
Springtime welcomes warmer weather—but it also brings rain. When storms hit, you’ll need to keep dry. This single breasted trench by Banana Republic will do that for you. Note the glen plaid design, which keeps things interesting.
Even though its spring, it can still get chilly at night. You’ll want to have a casual, lightweight jacket like this reasonably priced one by Banana Republic. It’s only available online in black - the picture doesn’t quite do it justice - but we suggest looking at the cream color, which you can see but not buy online.
March 12th, 2008
We asked: Would you wear Yellow Green?
You said: Maybe. Both "Yes" and "No" got 50% of the vote.
Style tip? If your skin has warm undertones, yellow green (and yellow) will likely flatter you. But if your skin has cool undertones, try jewel tones–such as emerald green–instead.
Next question: It’s no question that minidresses are a hot commodity for Spring. But would you actually wear them? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Embroidered Linen Popover Blouse | $98 at J Crew.
March 9th, 2008
Bold, eye-catching, and completely chic, black and white graphic prints are a classic. While they’re particularly on trend for Spring, they have enough staying power to stay in your closet for seasons to come. Here’s Omiru’s picks for black and white graphic print dresses:
Our $ Pick:
Velvet Torch Double V-Neck Dress | $68 at Nordstrom
The empire waist silhouette makes you look taller–and is especially flattering for long-waisted women.
Our $$ Pick:
Silk Printed Dress | $148 at Banana Republic
So we cheated, this dress is actually navy instead of black…but we love it so much that we had to include it. Isn’t the print gorgeous?
Our $$$ Pick:
Black Halo Sunburst Dress | $328 at Tobi
As sexy as it is sophisticated, this dress is completely eye-catching in front and in the back.
March 4th, 2008
We asked: Would you wear Cocoon Coats?
You said: No, with 79% against, and only 21% for Cocoon Coats.
Style tip? You don’t wear Cocoon Coats for figure flattery–you wear them to make a fashion statement. The best Cocoon Coat looks allow the coat to be the center of attention, so choose your other clothes with that in mind.
Next question: Bright, day-glo colors like Yellow Green are In for Spring and Summer. But would you wear Yellow Green? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Sport Luxe Coat | $59 at Twelve by Twelve.
March 3rd, 2008
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