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We asked: Is the Color Purple In or Out?
You said: Purple rules! 76% are all over the royal color. Only 14% think that Purple is Out, and a small minority (10%) believe Purple is On the Way Out.
Omiru’s take: We love Purple as much as you do. Some tips on how to wear the color? While bright purple complements sunny summer days, we’d recommend choosing a more muted shade of purple come Autumn. Try a greyed-out lilac or a purple-brown hue to evoke the elegance of the royal color.
Next Question: You told us that Shorts are In. But what do you think about Short Shorts? Tell us, are Short Shorts In, or are they Out? Cast your
vote on
the sidebar!
August 7th, 2006
We asked: Are Humor Tees In or Out?
You said: Humor Tees, despite their celeb sightings, are Out. 57% voted them out, and another 26% think they’re on the way out. However, a sizeable minority (23%) are still rocking this trend.
Omiru’s take:
Sure, these tees may be amusing on Lindsay or Paris, but they’re not for everyone. If you’re looking for attention, you might want to try a bold color or a unique accessory instead. However, we don’t want to throw out the baby with the bathwater–humor tees aren’t necessarily unstylish. Our rule of thumb? If in 10 years you would be embarassed to see a picture of yourself in the tee, leave the tee on the shelf.
Next Question: You told us that The Color White is In. Our last few shopping trips, however, have turned up shades of purple and lilac. Tell us, is The Color Purple In, or is it Out? Cast your vote on
the sidebar!
July 31st, 2006
We asked: Are Cowboy Boots In or Out?
You said: Out. The breakdown? A slight majority (56%) think Cowboy Boots are over, and another 26% believe they’re on the way out. Only 18% are still saddling up in these boots.
Omiru’s take: Sienna Miller may have brought these riding boots to the city streets, but she’s since moved on…and so have we. We’re still all over boots for Fall (who wouldn’t be), but leave this style back on the cattle ranch where it belongs. Instead, opt for a more elegant, graceful boot that matches the elegance of Fall’s ladylike trends–think Grecian draping, capes and capelets, and opera-worthy gloves.
Next Question: Amusing (and sometimes risqué), humor tees are a staple among Young Hollywood and are almost as universal as uber-processed denim. Tell us, what do you think about these humor tees? Are they
In, or are they Out? Cast your vote on
the sidebar!
July 24th, 2006
We asked: Is Fur In or Out?
You said: Without a doubt, fur is OUT. The breakdown? A full 73% are anti-Fur, 6% believe fur is on the way out. Only 21% believe that wearing Fur is In.
Omiru’s take: Here at Omiru, we’re pro-Animal, and we think that fur is best worn by the animal it’s grown on–so we’ll skip the "How to Wear Fur" style tips. In fact, we promoted cruelty-free products in our latest Friday Fashion Hotlist. However, we also believe that everyone’s entitled to their own opinion, so we’re not passing judgment on the pro-Fur 21%. (We still love you too.) It’s interesting to see the In-Out breakdown for this trend, especially since one of the big Fall 2006 trends (if you believe the runways) is Fur. Makes us wonder what’s turning public opinion against wearing Fur. Is it PETA? Or is it something else? We welcome your ideas, as always, in the comments.
Next Question: Boots are always huge for fall, but do you still love Cowboy boots? Sure, they got a lot of play last year–but would you still wear them this year? Tell us, what do you think about cowboy boots? Are they In, or are they Out? Cast your vote on
the sidebar!
July 17th, 2006
We asked: Is Plaid In or Out?
You said: Plaid is a mixed bag. The breakdown? 40% are pro-Plaid, and 38% are anti-Plaid. The remaining 22% believe the trend is already on the way out.
Omiru’s take: Plaid has that old school All American appeal–think of woodsy summers at camp between years at prep school in New Hampshire. It’s one of those classic prints (where would Burberry be without plaid?) that’s always going to be around. This season, however, plaid’s having a party, spreading beyond the prep school crowd. While some like the distinctive print, some like it not. We’d chalk up it’s "In" status to it’s classic roots. But those who crashed the plaid party this season have realized that the A-listers have moved on. Party over.
Next Question: We observed an anti-fur demonstration outside Neiman Marcus after yesterday’s Elevation Salon AIDS Walk fundraiser. Tell us, what do you think about fur? Is it In, or is
it Out? Cast your vote on
the sidebar!
July 10th, 2006
We asked: Is Eyelet In or Out?
You said: Eyelet is in, at least for this season. The breakdown? 67% are all for Eyelet. 25% believe the trend is already on the way out, and the remaining 8% voted it Out.
Omiru’s take: Eyelet is white hot right now (and even received a nod of approval from InStyle in the July issue), but we question how long its virginal innocence will captivate the flittering whims of the fashion elite. We think eyelet is riding the coattails of the White trend we’ve been following. That said, the coy cleanliness of eyelet still feels like a breath of fresh air.
Next Question: Plaid is showing it’s stripes everywhere–from men’s shorts to women’s blouses and jackets. Tell us, what do you think about plaid? Is it In, or is
it Out? Cast your vote on
the sidebar!
In honor of the 4th of July holiday, Omiru will not be publishing tomorrow. Enjoy the fireworks, and we’ll see you bright and early on Wednesday!
July 3rd, 2006
We asked: Are 3/4 Length Jackets In or Out?
You said:
They’re In! A full 73% are for the 3/4 length style. Only a handful (16%) believe 3/4 length jackets are Out, and even fewer (11%) think they’re on their way out.
Omiru’s take: What’s not to love about this classic silhouette? It’s flattering on most body types, and in a lightweight fabric, it can take you from Spring to Summer with ease. To punch up this classic look, try a jacket with a little more personality. Look for oversized lapels, oversized buttons, or a bright color (orange, anyone?) for a jacket whose style does your personality justice.
Next Question: At the ExPosure fashion show, you wrote down Stunner Shades/Aviator Sunglasses on the In List. While we like the drama of these shades, we also appreciate the other extreme: Small and Square Sunglasses. Tell us, what do you
think about Oversized Sunglasses? Are they In, or are they Out? Cast your vote on
the sidebar!
May 30th, 2006
Like Heidi Klum says on Project Runway, when it comes to fashion, one day you’re in, and the next day you’re out. In a society of males who are turning towards the world of the “metrosexual,†many of them still need a small bit of guidance when it comes to trends. I am pretty sure that they can think for themselves, but sometimes, they fail to look at the unwritten expiration date that is stitched on to some of today’s “hottest†trends. Here are a few that are scooping plots in the fashion cemetery or have otherwise overstayed their welcome.
Unless you are a big-time funkatronic rap producer by the name of Pharrell, or you’re getting ready to jump on a yacht or play tennis; the popped collar has been overdone (sorry Susannah!) I know that trends from the 1980s are making a comeback, but they can easily fade out like the Rubik’s Cube craze. When this fad first made it appearance on the necks of the Neptunes front man and the overrated R&B sensation Usher, I gave it a little nod. Now, every time I see an urban hipster with a popped collar, I am tempted to go up to him and pull that collar down.
Once again, the 80s makes a hard hit with the versatile use of blazers. In this mutation of the Miami Vice blazer with rolled up sleeves, men everywhere have been donning graphic tees with blazers. This needs to stop. It’s a poor attempt to blur the lines of casual and not casual. As fashion begins to makes its way towards the cleaner, professional look, this trend is anything but.
I do commend society’s usage of the blazer. It has now become both professional and casual. With that said, here’s a small tip when wearing a button-down shirt with a blazer: keep the collar on the inside of the lapel (and use some collarstays to keep that pointed, sharp look.) Fanning out the collar has the potential to make you look like that token sleazy guy in the nightclub…or that shady 70s car salesman in a leisure suit.
Clean lines and preppy looks may be making a comeback, but that doesn’t mean you should keep those square-toed dress shoes. They’re boxy and they make guys look like a Bozo the Clown turned metrosexual. Think of them as the bolo tie of the 21st Century.
The trend of the trucker cap lasted as long as Ashton Kutcher’s “it boy†status. When he started wearing those “Von Dutch†caps, it was as though the fashionable trailer park industry vomited on retail shops everywhere. They may still “look†cool and edgy, but that doesn’t mean you have to wear them. Believe me, these little trend monsters have served their time and need to be hung on those deer antlers above your mantle.
Finally, this trend isn’t necessarily a piece of clothing – it’s a hairstyle. Yes ladies and gentleman, the faux hawk has now become a faux pas. It looked good on Orlando Bloom, David Beckham, Jude Law and all those other Euro-chic celebrities, but its staying power was as good as the wedge cut and perms.
February 24th, 2006
Once again, the dictators of style have proved that what’s old is new. Based on some of the looks at this past fashion week in New York (not to mention the stylish ones I recently saw at Zara), trench coats seem to be the “in†thing. To go beyond the confines of the flattering cinched waists of these coats, safari-style jackets seem to be inching to the forefront as well.
Nonetheless, these pieces of outwear are suitable for the office or for a night on the town. For both men and women, trenches and safaris are definitely a good way to spruce up an outfit to make you look sophisticated, stylish and most of all, keep you comfortable in mild weather.
It looks like the frenzied check-patterned Burberry (the women’s violet is uber fancy) is the leader when it comes to chic outwear (no surprise), but it is a bit disappointing that there is a lack of belted safaris (not trenches) when it comes to the men’s side. Even so, the white Cole Haan is clean and tight, while the yellow trench is a modernized hip makeover of the yellow raincoat. I am sure as the word gets out, these jackets will invade the world like a “London Fog†– pun intended.
February 16th, 2006
Designers have always found inspiration in the most unique things: nature, history, obscure inanimate objects, music – but one of the most prolific muses in the fashion is the silver screen. In an odd, coincidental relationship, many of the movies that we see today serve as a launch pad for what we will see on the runway at fashion week or what the “next big thing†will be for the trendy urban hipsters all across the state (and maybe even the world).
If this sounds a bit far fetched, let’s flash back to the inspiring cinematic styles of the past.
Remember those days of legwarmers and fashionable aerobic attire (circa 1983)? This phenomenon, which can now be seen as a faux pas, can largely be accredited to the sexy stripper-turned-ballerina 80s classic, Flashdance. As soon as Jennifer Beals strutted her stuff in off-the-shoulder sweatshirts and red heels, thousands of teenage girls made sure they had a considerable back stock of all the clothing needed to do a sweltering workout routine to “Maniac.â€
Traveling further back into time brings us to 1977 with Woody Allen’s Annie Hall. The masculine, yet cutesy, Chaplin-esque tailored suits and derbies adorned by Diane Keaton were soon echoed by women who fed on the meat of late 70’s pop culture.
More recently, we have been seeing styles on screen woven into the chic matrix of modern fashion. When Shrek came out, green was the new black. And not too long after that spotty rendition of the Trojan War came out (a.k.a. Troy), Greek-styled sandals were flip-floppin’ on the hip streets of metropolitan cities.
This trend theory is even evident in the most recent runway shows at Olympus Fashion Week. Designers like James Coviello, Tuleh, J Mendel, Nanette Lepore and BCBG – all utilized some sort of Japanese influence a la Memoirs of a Geisha. Even before fashion week, top designers Diane von Furstenberg and Stella McCartney stayed one step ahead of the game by creating some suitable kimono tops – take a look at them in this post.
Based on this ongoing fashion forecast, it’s only inevitable that the romantic western look of “Brokeback Mountain†will imprint its Oscar nominated claws into the style industry. More than that, the summer may bring sleek X-looks (X-men 3) or even have a color palette of red, yellow and blue (Superman Returns.) Although this can happen, I’m not too sure the world is ready for haute couture by means of superhero movies.
February 14th, 2006
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