We’re only halfway through fashion week, but we
thought we’d start recapping some of the big trends we’ve been seeing
over and over again:
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few other trends we’re seeing popping up are shearling, tie-neck and
tie-waist garments, and sweaterdresses. Bows, cardigans, bermudas,
trenchcoats, cropped styles, and waist emphasis all continue from
Spring 2006.
High Waisted Styles: Empire waist styles and high-waisted pants are Huge right now.
Y and Kei, Diane Von Furstenberg, Alice Roi, Doo Ri, United Bamboo
Voluminous Sleeves: Sometimes it’s just a puff at the shoulder, but we’ve also seen some leg of mutton sleeves out there.
Twinkle, Diane Von Furstenberg, Alice Roi, Doo Ri, Three As Four
Bubble Skirts: Cute skirts with gathered fabric
at the bottom. They look nice on models, but not as good on short
people like me.
Badgley Mischka, Doo Ri, Twinkle, United Bamboo
Vests: I guess that Wall of Vests I saw last weekend at H&M was Right On Trend, not only for Spring but also for Fall.
Tomer, Rachel Comey, Twinkle, Diane Von Furstenberg, United Bamboo
Ruffles: Again with the Spring 2006 trends…
Doo Ri, Three As Four
Hooded Trenchcoats: The Newest Take on the classic Trench.
Lacoste, Three As Four
And for accessories…
Long (up to elbow-length!) gloves: You too can look like you’re going to the opera when you’re actually just going to the mall!
Lacoste, Nicole Miller, Diane Von Furstenberg, Badgley Mischka, Alice Roi, Doo Ri
Leggings and Tights: Good for layering, but watch what you put over them. Oh and let’s not do the 1980s again. Please?
Rachel Comey, Twinkle, Yigal Azrouel
"Handmade" knitted scarves: As Dino would say, "just like grandma used to make."
Tomer, John Bartlett, Twinkle.
February 7th, 2006
We’re all over…
Stacked Heels
Sturdy enough to withstand walking.
Avoid the stripper look and wear with a demure skirt.
Black Gucci Platform Sandal | $695 at Neiman Marcus
We’re all over…
Geometric Black and White
Right on target with this season’s mod trend.
Diane von Furstenberg Elisabetta top | $198 at DVF
We’re all over…
Japanese-inspired dressing
Vivid colors and beautiful lines make this aesthetic so pleasing!
Diane von Furstenberg Fariba jersey wrap dress | $345 at Saks Fifth Avenue
We’re So over:
Crystal-encrusted denim
Swarovski phone + rhinestone clutch + encrusted denim =
Too many crystals. Plus, don’t they come off in the laundry?
(Photo Credit: Saks Fifth Avenue)
We’re So over:
Oversized specs
This season has taken our beloved Jackie O. look to such enormous proportions that we’re starting to get bug-eyed. Mary-Kate, Ashley, Lindsay, Nicole–are you listening?
(Photo Credit: Fred Flare)
Tell us: What’s In? What are you so over?
February 3rd, 2006
We’re all over…
Oversized Chains
Wear these of-the-moment gold links with everything.
a.v. max Curb Link necklace | $46 at Girlshop
We’re all over…
Fleur de Lis designs
Remember New Orleans with this iconic symbol,
crafted by famed local artist Mignon Faget.
Fleur de Lis Intaglio Ring in Sterling Silver | $95 at Mignon Faget
We’re all over…
Grommets
A subtle way to show off the badass in you.
Mint Grommet Tank in Cream | $132 at Active Endeavors
We’re So over:
Beaded Slippers
No more ornaments! Christmas is over.
(Photo Credit: Intuition)
We’re So over:
Gauchos
We’ve grown tired of seeing these unflattering, cheesy pants
on people who shouldn’t be wearing them in the first place.
(Photo Credit: Nordstrom)
Tell us: What’s In? What are you so over?
January 2nd, 2006
We’re all over…
Cheetah/Leopard/Ocelot print
…Spotted everywhere!
(Photo Credit: Target.com)
We’re all over…Friends and Family Discounts
Has anyone else wondered why retail didn’t try it earlier? No doubt with the viral popularity of this year’s discounts, stores will be repeating it in the holiday seasons to come.
We’re all over…
Jeweled necklines
It’s a necklace! No…it’s a top! Wait…it’s both!
Tank with Rectangular Stones | $198 at Tory Burch
We’re So over:
Coral-branch patterns
Why: They’ve always looked a bit like veins to us.
(Photo Credit: Saks Fifth Avenue)
We’re So over:
Motorcycle-inspired bags
The street is literally littered with these!
(And we hate to think of where those long zipper strings have been…)
(Photo Credit: Active Endeavors)
Tell Us: What’s in? What are you so over?
December 1st, 2005
A certain garment has been spotted everywhere: the shirred satin/taffeta/chiffon strapless dress. Said dress was worn by Kirsten Dunst (in a beautiful Bottega Veneta version) for In Style’s cover feature this month, and has been popping up in specialty stores nationwide. Get ‘em while they’re hot!
Teal Shirred Strapless Dress | $264 at ABS
November 15th, 2005
We’re all over…
The complete Sex and the City series on DVD
Photo Credit: HBO
Why: Raise a cosmo to the future movie nights ahead!
(We already have one slated for this Saturday afternoon)
We’re all over…
Tiered, ruffled column dresses
Pictured: Michael Kors Spring 2006
Photo Credit: NY Metro
Why: These tiered layers allow you to display your upbeat side
and are a far better alternative to the mass-produced prairie skirt.
Plus, it helps to know that they’ll be here to stay ’til at least next spring.
We’re So over: Fedoras
Photo Credit: E! Online
Why:
Warning: Strongly avoid unless you are either
a) Cameron Diaz
b) Cary Grant
c) Inspector Gadget
We’re So over:
The folkloric Russian dirndl outfits
Photo Credit: E! Online
Why:
We’re all for keeping abreast of trends
–just not blindly following them.
This kitschy theme is simply a bit overboard for us…
November 4th, 2005
Why: It’s easy to wear, and ever-so-romantic
for those hot nights out.
We’re all over…
Capelets
(Pictured: Gap Herringbone Capelet)
Why: They look incredible when paired with other
of-the-moment classics like oversized shades and tailored gauchos.
We’re So over: Tiered Skirts
Why:We don’t care if it’s an Indian summer — The Prairie Look,
the Peasant Look, the Gypsy Look et al are all So Way Over.
We’re So over: Shearling/Fur/Fur-inspired Boots
Why: Down Under, they’re worn as house slippers. Enough said.
October 4th, 2005
Sandra Oh in Nina Ricci.
Why it was a poor choice: Spades, anyone? With her pointy-toed shoes, red-and-white background and the harshly geometric lines of her dress, Sandra Oh looks like she belongs on the face of a queen of diamonds playing card.
Tess Smith in L.A. designer Sylvia Danese.
Why it was a poor choice: This dress is missing a lot of things, most notably a touch of class. Truly provocative dressing always leaves some room for the imagination.
Debra Messing in Elie Saab.
Why it was a poor choice:We think Debra Messing is one of the most naturally beautiful women in Hollywood. But a
brown curtain to the Emmys? Even Hollywood’s funniest darling can’t do justice to that.
Charlize Theron in Chanel.
Why it was a poor choice: Ugh.
Enough with the 1920s-themed outfits already! We’ve seen you pull it off already, it’s tired and overdone, and that beading adds another 20 pounds to your figure.
Paula Abdul in Kevan Hall.
Why it was a poor choice: Paula has made one fashion mistake after another. Quite frankly, we think she resembles a bit of an Elvis impersonator sans chest hair.
September 25th, 2005
Eva Longoria in Angel Sanchez.
Why it was a good choice: Dress color is crucial. Eva’s
coral gown was the perfect way to highlight her St. Tropez glow.
Halle Berry in Emanuel Ungaro.
Why it was a good choice: The gown’s regal hue is perfect for the occasion, and the strapless sweetheart neckline emphasizes her feminine shoulders.
Marcia Cross in Elie Saab.
Why it was a good choice: Emerald
brings out Marcia’s green eyes and auburn hair.
Jennifer Love Hewitt in Dolce & Gabbana.
Why it was a good choice: This classically flattering dress is predictably JLH, but if anyone can pull off dressing like a certain Hepburn, it’s her.
Mariska Hargitay in Carolina Herrera.
Why it was a good choice: Mariska looks ten years younger in a
sexy, vibrant orange gown and her hair down in sexy waves.
Star Jones in Marc Bouwer.
Why it was a good choice: Center ruching in velvet
works on Star — it accentuates curves in all the right places.
September 24th, 2005
We’re all over…Revisiting our closets from four years ago
Why: Chunky sweatercoats and square-toed shoes are back!
We’re all over…Brocade
Why: It evokes luxury in a timeless way that of-the-moment Russian astrakhan vests can’t.
We’re all over…
Tribal Jewelry
Why: It’s the closest encounter to a safari that you’ll have in Middle America.
We’re So over:
South Asian-Inspired Tunics
Why: Has anybody heard of overkill? (Read: Jelly Kelly…)
We’re So over: Cleavage-hugging, tie-front shrugs
Why: It’s gonna get chilly, so you better cover up!
September 1st, 2005
