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Photo Credit: NYMag.comBlack at Diane von Furstenberg, Narciso Rodriguez, and Charlotte Ronson.
Style tip? If there’s one color that defines Fall 2010, it has to be black. In a season of neutrals, dark colors, and understated tones, black is refined, it’s sophisticated, and it’s supremely chic. Forget the simple Little Black Dress - opt for one with an interesting detail or silhouette, like the asymmetric banding and draping on the Narciso Rodriguez dress. Or spice up your black with a shot of color, as at Diane von Furstenberg. Or keep your look head to toe black, but mix it up by combining different textures - rough and smooth, shiny with matte, and so forth - as the bohemian look at Charlotte Ronson.
What do you think? How would you wear black? Share your thoughts in the comments!
February 19th, 2010
Photo Credit: NYMag.comBelts at VPL, Marc by Marc Jacobs, and Proenza Schouler.
Style tip? The beauty of belts are how they can help create a silhouette. For those of you with defined waists, the belt can reinforce your hourglass silhouette. And for those of you with a more boyish, up-and-down shape, the belt can create the illusion of a defined waist. Wear your belt slung low, as at VPL, or up high (and even over your coat!) as at Marc by Marc Jacobs. Or use a belt to create visual interest in an otherwise monochromatic outfit, as at Proenza Schouler.
What do you think? How would you wear a belt? Share your thoughts in the comments!
February 19th, 2010
Photo Credit: NYMag.comPurple at Erin Fetherston, Phillip Lim 3.1, and Luca Luca.
Style tip? Purple is coming in all shapes, sizes, and hues this season. Try, if you dare, a bright shiny purple, a la Phillip Lim’s dashing cocktail dress. Or opt for a softer shade of purple, as at Luca Luca and Erin Fetherston. Whatever the shade, purple looks positively polished on simple silhouettes. Just let the color shine.
What do you think? How would you wear purple? Share your thoughts in the comments!
February 19th, 2010
Photo Credit: NYMag.comCozy Knits at Yigal Azrouel, Cynthia Steffe, and Lela Rose.
Style tip? When it’s crazy out and you’re looking to cocoon, what could be a more comfortable choice than a cozy knit? Drape yourself in a patchwork of knits, as Yigal Azrouel does (left). Or go for a dramatic draped collar, as seen at Lela Rose. Want to just keep things simple? You can pair multiple knits in the same outfit, as Cynthia Steffe did with a cropped sweater and over-the-knee schoolgirl socks.
What do you think? How would you wear cozy knits? Share your thoughts in the comments!
February 16th, 2010
Photo Credit: NYMag.comGreen at Tracy Reese, Monique Lhuillier, and VPL.
Style tip? Green’s not just for Spring. You’ll be wearing this hue come Fall, in more muted shades. What to pair with green? Try grey (as seen at Tracy Reese, with a grey infinity scarf and tights, and at Monique Lhuillier, where grey tones down a look full of beading and shine). But don’t discount the beauty of brown. While we wouldn’t advocate wearing the VPL swimsuit outfit around town, we love how the warm brown booties and belt pair with the forest green cardigan.
What do you think? How would you wear green? Share your thoughts in the comments!
February 16th, 2010
Photo Credit: NYMag.comShorts at Tracy Reese, Charlotte Ronson, and Cynthia Steffe.
Style tip? We’ve got another fashion trend that you don’t have to wait to wear. Shorts are huge for Spring, and they’ll be just as relevant come Fall (just in thicker fabrics, of course). How to wear shorts in cooler temperatures? Pair them with boots, tights, or high socks to keep your legs covered. If you have great legs, you can manage the short shorts (as seen at Tracy Reese and Charlotte Ronson), but an easier silhouette to wear is the knee-length short. Look for cuffed knee-length shorts for a fresh Fall/Winter look.
What do you think? How would you wear shorts? Share your thoughts in the comments!
February 15th, 2010
Photo Credit: NYMag.comNeutrals at Costello Tagliapietra, Cynthia Steffe, and Ports 1961.
Style tip? In a season of economic uncertainty, we’re turning back to basics, and the color palette of the season is reflecting our economic reality. Neutrals are the big color story (or anti-color story, as it were) of the season. Stock up on khaki, sand, and grey colors - which are just as appropriate for Spring 2010 as they are for Fall. How to make these neutrals interesting? Increase the visual appeal of neutrals with some careful layering. After all, the beauty of neutrals are that they all go together.
What do you think? How would you wear neutral colors? Share your thoughts in the comments!
February 14th, 2010
We asked: Would you wear Military Boots?
You said: Yes to Military Boots (but just barely), with a hairsplitting 51% to 49% vote.
Style tip? Even though the split was pretty close to 50-50 on this vote, we still encourage you to go out and at least try on a pair of military style boots, if you don’t buy them outright. Military boots are the natural choice for this Winter’s rock chic style, and they’re a wonderful counterpoint to Spring’s mix of femininity and utility. You can wear these versatile military boots with skinny jeans and leggings now, and in a few months, pair them with a feminine frock or a khaki cargo pant.
Next question: Winter Shorts sound like an oxymoron, but wool, cuffed knee length shorts are a key fashion trend for Winter 2009/10. But what do you think? Tell us, would you wear Winter Shorts? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: We Who See Field Boot | $128 at Urban Outfitters.
February 7th, 2010
When the world around us feels more uncertain, fashion tends to turn back towards the classics. Wardrobe staples and fashion foundations suddenly feel fresh again. And in this shaky economic climate, one of the most proletarian garments, the chambray shirt, is re-emerging as a fashion statement. But how do you wear a chambray shirt? Fitted chambray shirts look fresh paired with trousers and khakis. We also love the look of oversized chambray shirts paired with leggings and boots. Best thing about this look? Come spring, belt your oversized chambray shirt, and you’ll have the world’s simplest shirtdress. Here’s six chambray shirts worth a look:
1. Levis Chambray Western Shirt | $118.98 at ASOS
2. Cecelia Chambray Shirt | $17.80 at Forever 21
3. Chambray Popover Shirt | $78 at J Crew
4. AE Chambray Western Shirt | $44.50 at American Eagle
5. Vintage Chambray Western Shirt | $79.50 at Martin + Osa
6. Bleached Denim Shirt | $60 at Topshop
How would you wear a chambray shirt? Share your style with us in the comments!
February 2nd, 2010
We asked: Would you wear Leopard Print?
You said: A slight No to Leopard Print, with a super close 52% to 48% vote.
Style tip? There’s no question that Leopard Print attracts attention. But it seems that you’re pretty split about whether that attention is a good or bad thing. Certainly, Leopard Print isn’t for the faint of heart. But worn right, it can be quite fetching. If you’re feeling bold, try a leopard print jacket. Paired with a slim bottom (pencil skirt, leggings, skinny pants), it makes for a figure flattering silhouette. But if you’re looking to give the trend a try without going full force, try a leopard print scarf. It pairs beautifully with basic black (very Parisian chic), and the yellowy orange provides a lovely counterpart to the everpresent denim colors this season. But for something new while keeping it safe, try a colored leopard scarf. We love the deep blue on Topshop’s version of the leopard scarf, which juxtaposes a hint of leopard spots against the detail of a gorgeous chain print.
Next question: Military inspired boots are back in full force. But what do you think about the lace up details and tough girl look of these boots? Tell us, would you wear Military Boots? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Blue Leopard Scarf | $36 at Topshop.
February 1st, 2010
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