Posts filed under 'Trendscape'
When it comes to collars these days, it seems that Bigger is Better. Everything from sweater collars to blouse and jacket collars are expanding, so use the look to make your outfits more dramatic. Style Bytes predicts that the look will take us into fall, so if the weather gets cold, make like a snail and tuck your head into your colossal collar.
Our Blow the Bank Pick:
Marc by Marc Jacobs Chintzed Poplin Plisse Jacket | $458 at
Nordstrom
Our Splurge Pick:
Plenty Shawl Collar Crop Jacket | $296 at Nordstrom
Our Affordable Pick:
Rigby Sweater Jacket | $74.95 (sale) at Anthropologie
May 16th, 2006
We are indeed referring to the same shapes you were sporting circa 1995. This time, though, the look isn’t just limited to dresses: Babydolls will be infiltrating everything in your closet from hoodies and jackets to tank tops. To pull this off without looking like you stepped out of the mid-nineties, keep the look to one piece only. Don’t be too literal–no canvas sneakers, bowties or stockings allowed. You don’t want to look like an overgrown Raggedy Ann.
Norma Kamali Everlast Peplum jacket | $225 at Nordstrom
Backyard Luau dress | $328 at Anthropologie
Malicious Designs Danielle dress | $200 at Stars + Infinite Darkness
Cynthia Steffe jacket | $330 at Nordstrom
May 11th, 2006
Spring is here, and all is getting brighter…including
handbags. If you want to look spring-y, yellow is the perfect hue, for it is radiant, sunny, and not too serious. So go on, catch yellow fever or opt for a more mellow yellow.
Spotted by Omiru at Mr. Smith’s Nightclub, San Francisco.
The Look: Bright at Night!
Our Blow the Bank Pick:
Marc Jacobs Classic Hobo | $825 at Bloomingdales
Our Splurge Picks:
Mango Leather Tote | $498 at Anthropologie
Elliott Lucca Satchel | $148 at Nordstrom
Our Cheap Chic Pick:
Studded Buckle Bag | $58 at Urban Outfitters
May 4th, 2006
Women may have gone plaid-crazy with their tops, (check out Trendscape: Pretty in Plaid) but for men, it’s the shorts that have been splashed with plaids and vibrant prints that are perfect for the spring and summertime. This can definitely add a little pizzazz to the neutral (and sometimes yawn-worthy) palette that are in great abundance in the average Joe’s wardrobe.
April 27th, 2006
If it’s been a while since you got a pedicure, head to the salon because peep-toe flats are making a comeback. We love it–this trend is at the intersection of comfortable and chic! Fellow fashion bloggers at Shoewawa and Style Tribe have also taken note, so its time to follow their (and our) lead. Here’s a few varieties to get your stylish journey started.
Bruno Magli “Parma†Flat | $210 at Nordstrom
Moto Peep Toe Flats | $118 at Anthropologie
Dolce Vita Ankle Strap Flat | $98 at Urban Outfitters
Dolce Vita Grommet Flat | $98 at Urban Outfitters
April 25th, 2006
A staple of almost every man’s wardrobe is the loafer. Along with their distant cousin, the moccasin, loafers are a hassle-free, versatile piece of footwear suitable for both a casual day in the city and a grinding day at work. Still, there is always room for modernization of the classic slip-on.
Our recommendation? Bypass those “grandfather tassels†that have become synonymous with the loafer and go for a more contemporary design. Still stuck on tassels? Try something along the lines of the updated tassels on the Paul Smith design.
Ben Sherman ‘Inter’ Loafers | $81 at Bluefly.com
Mayker Penny Loafer | $129.95 at Johnston & Murphy
Prada Moccasins | $264 at Yoox.com
Paul Smith Tassel Loafer | $295 at Bergdorf Goodman
John Varvatos Suede Penny Loafer | $365 at Neiman Marcus
Gucci Classic Horsebit Loafer | $410 at Saks Fifth Avenue
April 19th, 2006
Plaids have come a long way since Kurt Cobain’s flannel-wearing grunge days. The pattern – more grown up, mature and sophisticated – has been showing up on the runways, especially in the Fall 06 collections (Check out the plaid on the London runways, courtesy of Fashion Addict Diary). Plaid-happy? Here are a few pieces that translate better on the streets.
Anne Klein New York Plaid Silk Top | $195 at Nordstrom
Fringed Boucle Jacket | $87.90 (sale) at Nordstrom
Façonnable "Kerry" Check Shirt | $135 at Nordstrom
L.A.M.B. Sash Turtleneck Sweater | $102.90 (sale) at Nordstrom
April 18th, 2006
It’s not news that belts are heading up north. Whether you choose to wear the following styles on your hip or on your waist, one thing’s for sure: they are all a surefire way to spice up an ensemble.
If you have $$$ to burn:
Embellished Wide Leather Belt | $475 at Neiman Marcus
Elemental Belt | $169.95 (sale) at Anthropologie
$$ instead of $$$:
Floral Studded Leather Belt | $85 at Bloomingdales
Chic on the Cheap!
Studded Double Wrap Belt | $34 at Urban Outfitters
April 17th, 2006
Spring is here, and pedicured toes will soon be popping out everywhere. But using a drab flat flip-flop to debut your Spring pedicure is not going to cut it anymore. Instead, put your feet on a pedestal – both literally and figuratively – and let your little toes breathe high and mighty.
DKNY Caterina Wedge Espadrille | $195 at eLuxury
Imagine by Vince Camuto “Urali†Sandal | $175 at Nordstrom
Juicy Couture Seaside Wedge | $235 at eLuxury
Michael Kors “Carly†Toe-Ring Wedge Sandal | $119 at Macy’s
April 13th, 2006
Whether or not it’s freezing outside, a new layering trend has been spotted on the runways and models. Unlike the Marc Jacobs throw-on-everything-you-have-in-your-closet version seen at New York Fashion Week, this new type of clothing on clothing is strictly for jackets. Model Gemma Ward was seen sporting the look on the streets, while Sasha Pivovarova wore it on the runway (as seen at Style Tribe). Here are a few coats that will layer nicely (unless you live in a desert).
Pair #1: You can wear the floral print style under or over the khaki coat, but I would recommend the latter so that the beautiful details of the floral coat stand out.
Gold Brocade Blazer | $99.99 (sale) at Banana Republic
Pair #2: For a sportier look, the hoodie goes underneath the jean jacket.
Authentic Hoodie | $19.99 (sale) at Gap
Leather Jean Jacket | $198 at Gap
Pair #3: The bright hue peeking out from the herringbone short-sleeve jacket will be adorable.
Rubbish Half Sleeve Jacket | $48 at Nordstrom
Nick & Mo Short Sleeve Jacket | $54 at Nordstrom
April 12th, 2006
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