Omiru Poll Results: Colorful Accessories are IN!

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.

2 comments February 26th, 2007

Five Must-Have Spring 2007 Women’s Fashion Trends

Pack away your bulky winter clothes and introduce your closet to some of spring’s chicest trends. While your parka and shawls enter hibernation, your brand new LWDs, trapeze silhouettes, and black-and-white prints are sure to enjoy heavy rotation. 

8 comments February 20th, 2007

Omiru Poll Results: 80s Fashion is On the Way Out

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

Fall 2007: Omiru’s Top 5 Wearable Menswear Trends

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

Fall 2007: Omiru’s Top 5 Wearable Womenswear Trends

20s Influence

Seen at Marc Jacobs and Proenza Schouler (pictured).

Geometric Patterns

Seen at Carolina Herrera (pictured), Oscar de la Renta, and Narciso Rodriguez.

Sleeved Dresses

Seen at Diane von Furstenberg (pictured), Venexiana, Carolina Herrera, Proenza Schouler, Calvin Klein, Monique Lhuillier, and Betsey Johnson.

Metallic Shine

Seen at Marc Jacobs, Grey Ant, Diane von Furstenberg, Proenza Schouler, and Monique Lhuillier (pictured).

The Sweater Jacket

Seen at Diane von Furstenberg (pictured) and Carolina Herrera.

All photos courtesy of New York Magazine.

7 comments February 15th, 2007

Omiru’s Fall 2007 Menswear Trend Roundup

INSPIRATIONS

Colorful Accessories
Duckie Brown

February 14th, 2007

Omiru’s Fall 2007 Womenswear Trend Roundup

Hello, retro.  For Fall 2007, the silhouette slimmed down–way down–as designers reached into the archives for inspiration.  The excess layering and embellishment of seasons past gave way to tailored, more refined looks with a distinct edge. 

Colorful Accessories
Marc Jacobs

1 comment February 13th, 2007

Omiru Poll Results: Metallic Fashion is In!

We asked: Is Metallic Fashion (e.g. Gold and Silver) In or Out?

You said:  Metallic fashion is in, but it’s a trend, not a classic.  49% voted metallic fashion In, but 21% voted it Out.

Omiru’s take: While metallic fashion is more fitting during the holiday season, there’s no need to put it away once you take the tinsel down.  But take the advice of our friends at Couture in the City–skip the head-to-toe shiny getups and opt for metallics in moderation.  Be aware, though, that the shiny nature of metallic fashions tends to add pounds, so apply the shine liberally.  The safest bet?  Metallic accessories.  Try a pair of silver heels–or a burnished gold handbag.

Next Question: 80s Fashion was all over Fashion Week–think off-the-shoulder tops, gold lamé, and high-waisted jeans.  But what do You think?   Tell us, is 80s Fashion In, or is it Out?  Cast your vote on the sidebar!

Pictured: DKNY Metallic All Weather Trench Coat | $168 at Nordstrom.

6 comments February 12th, 2007

Wishlist: Seven Trends for Fall 2007

Spring 2007 was all about continuing, not departing from, the big trends from Fall 2006.  Presenting the Top Seven Spring 07 Trends that we hope will continue through Fall.

Controlled Volume
"Controlled" is key–wear the garment, don’t let it wear you.

Mike & Chris Franklin Canvas Hooded Jacket | $374 at AzaleaSF

High Waisted Silhouette
A godsend for petite women and those with long torsos.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Elsie Striped Camisole | $198 at Net-a-Porter

Tuxedo Detailing
Suit up with a slim tuxedo jacket or ruffled button-down shirt.

BCBG Max Azria Knit Tuxedo Shirt | $98 at Nordstrom

Oversized Collars
Frame your face with a dramatic oversized collar.

Nanette Lepore ‘Paradise’ Cardigan | $180 at Nordstrom

Nautical
Stock up on sailor stripes, rope detailing, and double breasted peacoats.

Rope Tie Tunic | $68 at Banana Republic

The Capelet
Wrap yourself in the season’s best cocktail party accessory.

Theory Josefa Forecast Capelet | $147.50 (sale) at Shopbop

Bows
Embrace femininity with oversized bows on tops and dresses.

BCBG Max Azria Strapless Taffeta Dress | $398 at Nordstrom

3 comments February 2nd, 2007

Omiru Poll Results: Wide Trouser Jeans are IN!

We asked: Are Wide Trouser Jeans In or Out?

You said:  Three cheers for Wide Trouser Jeans!  A 75% majority are all for this looser, more figure flattering style.

Omiru’s take: We had a hunch that Wide Trouser Jeans were ready to steal the spotlight away from the skinny jeans popularized by leggy actresses and models.  Given their flattering silhouette and forgiving shape, we’re celebrating their rise in popularity.  Style tip?  We’d recommend balancing these jeans with more form-fitting tops to achieve the classic small-over-big silhouette.

Next Question: Our friends at Couture in the City recently ran an article about shiny celebrity style mishaps.  Says Wendy O. of Couture in the City, "The tinsel is off of the tree and the ball has long dropped in Times Square…so lets put away the shiny stuff until next holiday season."  But
what do You think?   Tell us, is Metallic Fashion In, or is it
Out?  Cast your vote on the sidebar!

Pictured: Wardrobe Wide Leg Stretch Denim Pants | $68 at Nordstrom.

January 29th, 2007