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Pictured: Merino Rose Corsage Cardigan | $89.50 at J Crew, Sequined Starland Tank | $138 at J Crew, Flocked Dot Shirt | $39.50 at American Eagle, Straight Jean | $29.50 at American Eagle, Mischa Barton Logo Clutch Bag | $66.29 at ASOS, Tulip Faux Suede Boots | $22.50 at Forever 21.
Can you wear sequins during the day? Yes, you can! Sequins are a great way to dress up casual clothes - and they work surprisingly well with daywear. We paired a sequinned top with everyday basics, and topped it off with a brightly colored cardigan for an extra kick. Here’s how to wear sequins during the day:
1. Start with the most basic of foundations: the plain white button down shirt and the straight leg, dark rinse jeans.
2. Upon that classic foundation, slip on a sequinned tank top for a mix that’s thoroughly modern.
3. For an extra kick, add a brightly colored sweater to the mix. The sequinned tank hugs the white button-down, and it peeks out from under the statement sweater.
4. Finish off the look with an embellished clutch bag (note how the shine on the bag echoes the glimmer of the sequins) and a pair of tall boots (yes, tuck your jeans in).
How would you wear sequins during the day? Share your style with us in the comments!
This look is part of Omiru’s Winter 2009 Lookbook series, which builds upon our 10-Piece Winter 2009 Wardrobe Expansion Pack.
December 17th, 2009
Pictured: Frill Stripe Tunic Dress | $80 at Topshop, Alexander Wang Moto Jacket with Detachable Sleeves | $825 at La Garconne, Ankle Leggings | $24 at Topshop, Black Leather Art Deco Beaded Sequin Clutch | $76.49 at ASOS, Embellished Velvet Flats | $19.80 at Forever 21.
How do you dress up plain black and white? It’s simple really - just add embellishment and texture! You’ll be amazed at how glamourous basics can look with a little bit of shine. Here’s how to get the black and white, yet strikingly embellished look:
1. Start with black and white basics: a body conscious black and white striped sweaterdress and simple black ankle leggings.
2. Add a touch of edge with a well cut motorcycle jacket, also in black.
3. Spice up the look with a pair of embellished velvet flats (for both embellishment AND texture) and a striking silver beaded sequinned clutch. With these statement accessories, you can take a daytime look well into evening.
How would you wear the embellished look? Share your style with us in the comments!
This look is part of Omiru’s Winter 2009 Lookbook series, which builds upon our 10-Piece Winter 2009 Wardrobe Expansion Pack.
December 17th, 2009
Need help defining your look this season? Omiru is here to help with the return of one of our most popular fashion features: the foundation wardrobe. This season, we’re adding a little twist. Instead of outlining your wardrobe basics (e.g. classic white button down, dark jeans, pencil skirt, etc), we’re structuring our Winter 2009 wardrobe as a kind of expansion pack, if you will, of pieces you want to add to those foundations. Put another way, our Winter 2009 wardrobe shows you what you need to update your existing wardrobe to stay on point this season.
Today, we’ll outline the 10 key pieces you’ll need this season. Over the next few months (and starting Thursday), we’ll show you how to combine these pieces into key looks that you can recreate with your own wardrobe.
So without any further ado, allow us to introduce the 10 pieces you’ll want to add to your closet for Winter 2009:
The Embellished Sweater
Merino Rose Corsage Cardigan | $89.50 at J Crew
The Sequin Top
Sequined Starland Tank | $138 at J Crew
The Tunic Sweater
Knitted Cowl Neck Top | $70 at Topshop
The Graphic Tee
Union Jack Watercolor Tee | $10.90 at Forever 21
The Vest
Circle Ring Sequin Vest | $19.80 at Forever 21
The Puffer Coat
Puffer Coat | $99.95 at American Eagle
The Moto Jacket
Alexander Wang Moto Jacket with Detachable Sleeves | $825 at La Garconne
The Square Jacket
Pyramid Stud Trim Jacket | $27.80 at Forever 21
The Sweater Dress
Frill Stripe Tunic Dress | $80 at Topshop
The Leggings
Ankle Leggings | $24 at Topshop
How would you wear this wardrobe expansion pack? Share your style with us in the comments!
December 15th, 2009
We asked: Would you wear Winter White?
You said: Yes to Winter White, with a 88% to 12% vote.
Style tip? No matter what the season, white is the color of purity, of freshness, of newness. And it’s completely invigorating during the winter, a season traditionally filled with dark, heavy overcoats. Give a nod to the freshly fallen snow and echo its color in your wardrobe. For those of us prone to spills and smudges, try winter white in an easy-to-clean fabric, like a basic cotton. Or get the look of winter white via accessories - like a white handbag or scarf. For those of you who want to immerse yourselves in winter white, try a monochromatic white look from head to toe. Simply mix textures like cable knit, jersey, denim, and corduroy - and combine a pleasing mix of creams and more snow whites. Where to start? This gorgeous cami, featuring a ruffle front bib.
Next question: Our how to wear harem pants feature created quite the stir - while it’s certainly a fashion forward look, there are no shortage of detractors. But what do you think? Tell us, would you wear harem pants? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Silk Garland Cami | $88 at J Crew.
December 13th, 2009
Q: I am a college student that is a business major. As finals week slowly approach, I have presentations to present. What should I wear to the presentation? My dilemma is that I don’t want to look too overdressed or underdressed. Would a simple black dress and a boyfriend fit blazer with black flats be okay to wear?
Pictured: Wool Gabardine One Button Jacket | $235 at J Crew.
A: Whether it’s a presentation during finals or a boardroom presentation in the workplace, the key to dressing well is to wear something that you feel confident in. We all have outfits (and shoes) that make us feel good - and ready to take on whatever the day throws at us. For a presentation where it’s important to make a good impression, tip the scales in your favor by wearing a tried and true favorite. Or if you’re buying something new for the presentation, make sure to try on the whole outfit to get the right fit - and feel - before the day of the event. That way, the day of the presentation, you can focus on what really matters: your message.
For a college presentation, you’ll want to keep your look professional, but still youthful. If you wear a suit, keep it fitted and feel free to take some liberties with your shirt - you don’t have to wear a plain white or striped button-down. Try different fabrics (like the chambray shirt, pictured), colors, or silhouettes. You can also choose to go the dress route and wear a simple dress, as you suggested, with a professional looking jacket. You may want to mix up the colors - a heathered grey dress with a navy blazer, for instance, would be both professional and a little more visually interesting.
For a workplace presentation, a good rule of thumb is to dress a level or two above your position. That way, you’ll be sure to look polished, but you won’t be overly dressy.
If you’re being filmed, here’s a couple of extra style notes:
(1) Bright, vibrant colors work best for TV; they look good to the eye - and the camera.
(2) Try not to wear white clothes - it’ll wash out the lighting.
(3) Same goes for pure black or navy clothes. While they look good to your eye, they tend to look like a solid patch of darkness to the camera’s eye.
(4) Fine patterns like herringbone and small checks can cause a wavy effect; avoid these patterns where possible.
Have a great tip about what to wear to a presentation? Share it with us in the comments!
December 11th, 2009
Pictured: Premium Hairy Bolero Jacket | $135 at Topshop, Double Button Placket Top | $32 at Topshop, Double Knit Skirt | $14.80 at Forever 21, Glitter Fedora | $10.80 at Forever 21, Mesh Pearl Strands | $10.80 at Forever 21, Kensington Oxford Pump | $24.99 at Payless.
We’ve always been enamored of the charmingly confident style of Coco Chanel. And channeling her signature blend of menswear and womenswear is surprisingly easy now that the collarless bolero coat and pearls have planted themselves firmly on the trend radar. (Audrey Tautou’s film Coco Before Chanel also didn’t hurt to repopularize Chanel’s style.) To get a modern version of Coco Chanel’s look, mix simple shapes with different textures - and combine feminine silhouettes (e.g. pencil skirt) with masculine details (e.g. fedora hat). Here’s how to get the look of Coco Chanel:
1. Start with the simplest of foundations: a white blouse and a black pencil skirt.
2. Layer on Chanel’s signature pieces: a pearl necklace (note the modernization of the traditional pearls) and a textured bolero jacket.
3. Finish off the look with menswear inspired pieces with a feminine touch: a ribbon wrapped fedora hat and a pair of oxford pumps.
How would you get the look of Coco Chanel? Share your style with us in the comments!
December 10th, 2009
Pictured: Reformed Silk Ruffle Tank | $58 at Urban Outfitters, Elastic Belt Satin Skirt | $21.50 at Wet Seal, Wool Ruffle Duffle Coat | $187.60 at J Crew, Tulip Faux Suede Boots | $22.50 at Forever 21, ASOS Iridescent Feather Clutch | $42.49 at ASOS.
Black and white can be anything but plain. Just keep things interesting with texture, pattern, and embellishments. We’ve crafted a flirtily feminine look out of black and white pieces, perfect for date night. But take apart the pieces and you can mix and match for work, weekend, and everything in between. Here’s how to get the look of black and white:
1. Start with a delicate black and white patterned cami. The silk fabric drapes nicely, while the texture keeps the cami interesting.
2. Slip on a silk satin skirt in a forgiving, slight a-line shape. What makes this skirt particularly fetching is the belt detail - don’t you love it?
3. It’s cold outside, so grab your coat. We love this coat for its delicate-yet-tailored ruffle detail.
4. Finish off the look with a pair of slouchy suede tall boots - and a statement clutch in iridescent feathers.
How would you wear black and white? Share your style with us in the comments!
December 8th, 2009
We asked: Would you wear Over the Knee Boots?
You said: No to Over the Knee Boots, with a 63% to 37% vote.
Style tip? One of Anne Hathaway’s most iconic looks from The Devil Wears Prada has her leaning against a car in fabulous Chanel over the knee boots. While we don’t all have Anne’s long, lean legs, we can still get the look with a pair of tall black boots and a pair of black tights (which together visually slim the legs). Over the Knee boots create the most dramatic look, but because they’re so risque, they’re still somewhat on the fashion fringe. For the rest of us, try knee-length boots and leg lengthening leggings or tights.
Next question: Winter White is completely chic, but also difficult to care for and keep clean. Additionally, it can have an anti-slimming effect - though it’s a neutral, it’s no black. But what do you think? Tell us, would you wear the color White? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Over the Knee Heel Boot | $44.50 at Wet Seal.
December 7th, 2009
Q: I’m going to be graduating from college this December. Usually one can find all kinds of style tips for graduation in the spring, but I’m graduating a semester early, and now I’m just a little confused about what to wear. I go to Texas A&M University, so I’m predicting it to be relatively cold (40s-50s), but I want to look sophisticated and skinny. My question is, what should I wear for a December graduation? I’m 5′ 10" and weigh about 165, with most of my weight in the hips & thighs.
A: Graduation, whether it’s in the Spring or the Winter, is a time to celebrate, and a rite of passage for you as you blossom into your adult self. You can show your family and friends that you’re a grown up in a sophisticated dress or blouse and skirt combination. But as it’s going to be cold out, you’ll want to dress in layers so that you can adjust to the temperatures inside and out.
To flatter your figure, choose a dress (or skirt) that skims over your hips. Wrap styles will work well, as will empire waist dresses and moderate a-line shaped skirts. To draw attention upward, try a dress with an open neckline - or show some skin on your shoulders or arms. J Crew’s silk taffeta bow monde dress will flatter your lower body while drawing attention up towards your upper body and face.
Since it’s cold out, layer up. Slip on a sweater on top (note: cashmere is extra warm), and try a pair of pantyhose or tights and closed-toe pumps to help keep your legs and feet warm. Finish off the look with a stunning overcoat - and a bright smile.
What would you wear to a winter graduation? Share your style with us in the comments!
December 4th, 2009
Harem Pants (aka MC Hammer Pants) may have been the poster child for bad 1980s fashion, but they’ve been an unexpected comeback trend this season. These voluminous, low slung trousers may not be traditionally flattering (in fact, they’re more anti-fashion than fashion), but they’re attracting both ridicule and admiration this time around.
What’s the secret to wearing harem pants? Complement these voluminous, structured pants with a loose, drapey top and cinch the volume at the waist. Here’s how to get the look of harem pants for less:
Silk Woven Pant | $29.80 at Forever 21
You can get investment level harem pants for $300, but we’d rather pay less than $30 to capture this trend.
Silk Ruffle Blouse | $59.50 at Gap
This polished blouse complements the voluminous pants with its soft, slouchy fit and feminine details.
AE Braided Belt | $29.50 at American Eagle
Finish off the look with a little bit of texture and color. This braided belt fits the bill.
Lily Suedette Shoetie | $24.80 at Forever 21
Work with the tapered silhouette of the harem pants by slipping on a sleek bootie/shoe (aka a "shoetie").
December 3rd, 2009
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