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Shopping Guide: Best of Extra Deep V-Neck Sweaters

This year, count on the v-neck top to take over some prime real estate in your closet– in the form of the extra deep v-neck.
Worried about being overtly suggestive? For an appropriately suggestive day look, we recommend layering with a tank underneath. Go ahead–take the plunge!

Ruched v-neck | $28 at Victoria’s Secret 

La Rok Rope Empire Top | $128 at Girlshop

 Hooded V-Neck Sweater | $19.50 at Old Navy

Drafting Board Sweater | $78 at Anthropologie

March 6th, 2006

Friday Fashion Hotlist | 3.3.06


Issue XXX of the Friday Fashion Hotlist: a weekly compilation of the
cutest and coolest stuff Style Intelligence Report saw out there this
week.

This
week, we have for you a pair of safety pin heels for women and a celeb-worthy pair of ombré sunglasses!

For women:

Delman \"Quinn\" Kitten Heels

Delman "Quinn" Kitten Heels with Safety Pin| $147 at Bluefly

Susannah and I went out shopping for Giant Safety Pins as accessories while back.  We could have skipped the trip to the fabric store, however, had we just known about these shoes…

And for Men:

Dita Pusher Sunglasses
Dita "Pusher" Sunglasses | $250 at Guyshop

These titanium frames have been seen on Brad Pitt, if you’re into following that sort of thing. 

March 3rd, 2006

Ready Made Outfit: Sneakers and a Dress


Sneakers and a dress are to fashion what chips and plain yogurt are to food: They may not look like a pair, but when placed next to one another, it’s a match made in heaven. 

Fashion Formula = Striped Dress + Black Leggings + "Old Skool" Sneakers.

 

striped dress

Bubble Hem Tunic Dress | $58 at Urban Outfitters  

 

black leggings

Damsel Solid Ruched Leggings | $28 at Urban Outfitters 

 

vans old skool

Vans Old Skool | $48 at Urban Outfitters

3 comments March 3rd, 2006

March 2006: What’s In, and What’s Out

We’re all over…
Dolman Sleeves

Adds an element of sexy volume much like your boyfriend’s oversized sweater.
 
Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent Dolman Sweater| $395 at ShopBop

 

We’re all over…
Dresses over jeans

See what The Sartorialist has to say about it here.
(Photo Credit: The Sartorialist)

 

We’re all over…
Superwide, waist-enhancing belts to layer over outfits


All over the runways for Fall 2006 (see here).
 (Ventilo La Colline Wide Leather Belt | $24.99 at La Redoute)

 

We’re So over:
Fringe

We’re tired of hamming it up with the kitschy Western wear.
(Photo Credit: Active Endeavors)

 

We’re So over:
Superchunky necklaces

This spring, don’t be weighed down by cumbersome jewelry.
For a fresher look, go with something smaller and more  lightweight.

(Photo Credit: Intution)
 

Tell us: What’s In? What are you so over?

4 comments March 2nd, 2006

Trendscape: Voluminous Sleeves

As we’ve mentioned before, voluminous sleeves are going to be Huge this fall, as seen on the runways of Peter Som and Oscar de la Renta.  A look at StyleBytes indicates that the trend is going strong in Europe as well–look at the sleeves on that plaid Balenciaga. These sleeves are a great way to experiment with volume. We’ve found that the key to keeping this look updated is to make sure the volume is not near the upper arm and shoulders, which will indeed make you look ‘theatrical.’ 

Inspiration: Lela Rose’s Fall 2006 Collection

 

 

  C. Ronson Empire Cardigan | $150 at Active Endeavors

C&C California Swan Top | $88 at ShopBop

March 1st, 2006

Fashion Week Trend Roundup in Action

Simply knowing the top 10 trends of Fall 2006 Fashion Week isn’t enough. You also need to know where to find and how to sport these looks outside the Bryant Park Tents. We did some searching and found inexpensive (yet still so cute) alternatives to the high fashion we all witnessed last week. 

Trend: Puffy Shoulders

Runway:  

y and kei

Reality:  

white shirt with puff shoulders

INC Puff-Sleeve Shirt | $79 at Macy’s


nm white shirt with puff shoulder

Yves Saint Laurent Peasant Blouse | $695 at Neiman Marcus

Trend: Voluminous Sleeves

Runway:  

three as four

Reality:  

puff sleeves

 Diane Von Furstenberg Elisabetta Chiffon Top | $198 at Nordstrom

jacket with puff sleeves

 

Norma Kamali Everlast Peplum Babydoll Jacket | $225 at Nordstrom

Trend: Bubble Skirts

Runway:

United Bamboo

Reality:

rachel pally bubble skirt 

Rachel Pally Bubble Skirt | $154 at Nordstrom

 

norma bubble skirt

Norma Kamali Everlast Rara Bubble Skirt | $275 at Nordstrom

Trend: Vests

Runway:  

twinkle

Reality:  

free people tux vest

Free People Washed Tuxedo Vest | $108 at Nordstrom

 

double breast vest

 

Double Breasted Shawl Vest | $24.80 at Forever 21

Trend: Long and Short Leather Gloves

Runway:  

nicole miller

Reality:

leather gloves

Leather Gloves, Silk Lining | $85 at Neiman Marcus

short gloves

Fownes Brothers Cashmere-Lined Leather Gloves | $56 at Nordstrom

Trend: Knit Caps 

Runway:  

Marc Jacobs

Reality:

croche cabbie

Crochet Cabbie | $24 at Urban Outfitters

Runway Photo Credits: NY Metro

4 comments March 1st, 2006

Wear to Work: Perfectly Preppy


Just because you’re at the office doesn’t mean that you have to sacrifice your sense of style. Show off your preppy side with an on-trend sweatervest over a button-down shirt, and spice things up with a pair of cropped pants.  Add a pair of killer flats, and you’re good to go!

Where to Wear: This outfit is strictly Business Casual–it’s good for a polished look at a more casual workplace.  We’d have to recommend skipping this one for offices with more strict dress codes–don’t try this one at Corporate.  The cropped pants, in particular, might raise a few eyebrows. 

Fashion Formula = Button Down Shirt + Sweatervest + Cropped Pants + Flats.

Stenographer Button Up Folding Fan Vest
Stenographer Button Up Blouse | $78 at Anthropologie (left), and
Folding Fan Vest | $78 at Anthropologie (right).

Chaiken Cropped \"Lindsey\" Pants
Chaiken Cropped "Lindsey" Pants | $112 at Bluefly

Marc Jacobs Blue Suede Studded Flats
Marc Jacobs Blue Suede Studded Flats | $314.99 at Bluefly

11 comments February 28th, 2006

Available for a Limited Time: Norma Kamali Timeless at Spiegel

Designer Norma Kamali, renowned for her form-fitting
activewear and cutout swimwear, has collaborated with Spiegel to offer
Norma Kamali Timeless, a collection of three convertible pieces all
priced under $100. For example, an extremely versatile tie-waist skirt
can also be worn as a simple top, or as a halter, cross-front or
strapless dress. Add a few supporting pieces into the collection–a shrug, bootcut pants, a pleated skirt–and you have a sexy, versatile and low-maintenance wardrobe.


  
All-In-One Dress, worn two different ways | $79 at Spiegel

2 comments February 25th, 2006

Friday Fashion Hotlist | 2.24.06


Issue XXVIV* of the Friday Fashion Hotlist: a weekly compilation of the
cutest and coolest stuff Style Intelligence Report saw out there this
week.

This
week, we’ve got the skinny on some awesome springtime jackets!

For women:

Pale Grey Lambskin \'Biker\' Short Jacket

Pale Grey Lambskin ‘Biker’ Short Jacket| $294 at Bluefly

Yeah, we know that Biker jackets have been In for ages, but we love the clean, fresh feeling of this one.  Maybe it’s because it’s not basic black, maybe it’s the oversized collar (oh-So-big right now…and at least through Fall 06), but we just can’t get enough of it.

And for Men:

Forest Green Cotton Hooded Bomber Jacket
Forest Green Cotton Hooded Bomber Jacket | $197 at Bluefly

Classically cool cotton bomber perfect for the crisp pre-Spring air.


*Hey, are the roman numerals confusing to anyone else? 

Correction: Should be XXIX.  Less confusing.  And even better…correct.  No more writing at 3am =P

February 24th, 2006

Trendscape: Trapeze Jackets

We can’t believe these jackets have just now landed in the fashion forefront because there are so many great reasons to wear them. There’s something effortlessly chic about the swingy midsection and girly three-quarter sleeves. They’re also a simple way to experiment with volume, if you’re averse to, say, poufy tulip skirts. Our favorite way to wear this jacket? With a long, fitted top (to balance out the crop and the width), a long chain and your favorite going-out jeans.

DVF One-Button Cropped Jacket| $425 at Intermix

Ruffled Bleached Denim Jacket | $88 at Arden B.

DVF Long Luce Jacket | $625 at ShopBop

Rebecca Taylor Jacket | $252 (sale) at Sway & Cake

February 23rd, 2006

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