Posts filed under 'Trendscape'
We asked: Would you wear Gladiator Sandals?
You said: Maybe. This vote was pretty close, with 52% of you saying No to Gladiator Sandals and the remaining 48% saying Yes.
Style tip? True to their name, gladiator sandals are by nature a somewhat aggressive shoe. They bring a bit of an edge to an otherwise neutral outfit. We love pairing gladiator sandals with pretty skirts and dresses to add a bit of a masculinity to an otherwise feminine outfit.
Next question: Remember when peasant tops were the It shirt of summer a few years ago? Looks like they may be making a (small) comeback. But what do you think? Tell us, would you
wear Peasant Tops? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Mossimo Phoebe Bauble Gladiator Sandals| $19.99 at Target.
July 28th, 2008
We asked: Would you wear big shoulders?
You said: Overwhelmingly, no. Only 9% of you were for big shoulders, with the rest of the 91% against.
Style tip? Big shoulders are very 80s, and probably not in a way that we’d like to relive. But–you can hint at the big shouldered trend with blouses and shirts with ever-s0-slight pouf sleeves. But be careful. A little bit of extra fabric poufing at the shoulder point on a short sleeved shirt can be flattering (especially on those of us with heavy upper arms), but if that pouf is too big, the look goes from flattering to frightening. Note that if you have broad shoulders, even the small pouf is something to stay away from. The ever-so-slight pouf works best on those that have narrow shoulders.
Next question: First it was handbags that appeared to be on growth hormones. Now it’s jewelry that’s growing oversized. But what do you think? Tell us, would you wear giant jewelry? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Short Sleeve Collarless Textured Blouse| $64 at Banana Republic.
July 14th, 2008
Thanks to Gossip Girl, preppy looks are in. Not only preppy, but upscale preppy, as befitting for the Upper East Side. Think blazers. Think vests. Bows, ruffles, and argyle. Think pink. Here’s how to get the look:
July 11th, 2008
We asked: Would you wear a Vest?
You said: 60% of you say Yes to Vests.
Style tip? For men, vests are a great way to gain statesman-like style points. For women, vests are one of our favorite pieces for the menswear-as-womenswear trend. Our favorite way to wear the vest? Wear it with a feminine piece, like a ruffled skirt.
Next question: Big shoulders were on display on the runway, along with other menswear-as-womenswear favorites (including the vest). But what do you think? Tell us, would you wear tops or jackets with big shoulders? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Anabelle Vest | $17.80 at Forever 21.
July 7th, 2008
Sure, you didn’t care too much for Tie Dye. But that doesn’t mean that you’re not into ombre, a dyeing technique that’s about the graduation of color from light into dark. Here’s Omiru’s top picks for ombre items to spice up your wardrobe–and your home:
Our $ Picks:
Sophie Ombre Scarf | $7.80 at Forever 21Add a dash of purple to your wardrobe with this cool ombre scarf.
Ombre Racerback Tank | $7.80 at Forever 21
This purple grey ombre tank will pair well with dark rinse jeans.
Cool Ombre Tumblers - Set of 12 |$24.99 at Target
Break these ombre tumblers out at your next garden party–or summer BBQ.
Our $$ Pick:
Ombre 16 Piece Dinnerware Set | $59.99 at Target
Make every meal an occasion with this ombre dinnerware set.
Our $$$ Picks:
ADAM Ombre Deep V Ruffle Dress | $445 at Shopbop
We love how the deep v-neckline and the ruffles on this ombre dress flatter women with a small bust.
LAMB Ombre Patent Manchester Bag | $495 at Shopbop
Yum! Isn’t this ombre patent leather bag simply delicious? We’re loving the deep red and purple colors.
June 17th, 2008
African prints aren’t the only textile trend hitting stores. Ikat prints, which are woven from relief-dyed threads, are extending the ethnic print style into new dimensions. Presenting Omiru’s seven favorite picks for Ikat prints:
Our $ Picks:
Fire Ikat Print Tank Top | $24 (sale) at MacysTwo of our favorite trends–purple and ethnic prints–collide in this summery shirt.
Color Block Tank Dress | $34.50 at Old Navy
Hundreds of dollars worth of style for only $34.50. And isn’t the pattern gorgeous?
Embroidered Ikat Cami | $36 (approx) at Topshop
Pair this ikat camisole with a white pencil skirt for a look that bridges ethnic and elegant.
Boho Ikat Longline Camisole | $49 (approx) at Topshop
Exude breezy chic with this boldly printed camisole.
Our $$ Pick:
Michael Kors Ikat Jacket | $169.50 at Nordstrom
A beautiful color and style. Bonus? It’s available in plus sizes!
Our $$$ Picks:
Milly Ikat Floral Ruffle Halter Dress| $335 at Nordstrom
Go bold with this halter dress with a full-length ikat print.
Vince Women’s Ikat Maxi Printed Dress | $375 at Bloomingdales
We love the elegant U-shape of the neckline and the gorgeous floor length print.
June 6th, 2008
Lions, Zebras, and Giraffes–oh my! Fashion is turning its head south–far south–to Africa this season. Look for wild animal prints, bold patterns, and safari-style jackets and shorts. Here’s seven of Omiru’s favorite safari looks:
Our $ Picks:
Safari Shorts | $19.90 at Heritage 1981Dare to bare your legs in this uber-short safari short.
Safari Drawstring Jacket | $24.80 at Forever 21
Pintucking, side pockets, and a drawstring hem make this anything but your ordinary safari jacket.
Rogan for Target Zebra Miniskirt | $34.99 at Target
Take a walk on the wild side with this zebra print miniskirt.
Our $$ Picks:
MICHAEL Michael Kors Babydoll Top | $59.50 at Nordstrom
Bold pattern is what this smocked tunic is all about.
Puff Sleeve Giraffe Print Blouse | $69 at Banana Republic
Marry the wild safari with structure in this puff sleeve giraffe print blouse.
Our $$$ Picks:
Casbah Print Mia Dress | $150 at J Crew
Embrace the spirit of North Africa with this aptly named Casbah print.
Marc by Marc Jacobs Drill Safari Cotton Jacket | $328 at Nordstrom
Love the neatly tailored safari-style pockets and the clean cut elbow length of the sleeves.
May 29th, 2008
Celebrate the warm weather with floral prints! This season’s floral prints run the gamut–from graphic to tropical to abstract to oversized–and we just can’t get enough. Presenting five of our favorite floral print dresses:
Our $ Picks:
Trixxi ‘Emma’ Floral Print Dress | $58 at NordstromThe bold pink floral border really makes this dress Pop!
Tropical Linen Shift | $59.50 at Gap
These tropical flowers aren’t your ordinary floral print.
Our $$ Pick:
Silk Floral Print Halter Dress | $150 at Banana Republic
Don’t you love how the giant floral print makes such a powerful style statement?
Our $$$ Picks:
Tory Burch ‘Hollie’ Dress | $395 at Nordstrom
We love how the florals on this dress appear in a non-traditional blue color. The perfect complement for a classic shift dress.
Sea Glass Gown | $575 at J Crew
Drape yourself in color with this allover abstract graphic print.
May 23rd, 2008
We asked: Would you wear High Waisted Pants?
You said: No to High Waisted Pants, with only 30% of the vote.
Style tip? High Waisted Pants work well for long-waisted women, as they lengthen the leg line by visually raising your waistline. For short-waisted women, on the other hand, they’re a fashion nightmare. Either way, wearing too high of a waistline can appear somewhat theatrical, so for everyday wear, you probably want to stick to medium high waist styles, at most.
Next question: Floral prints feel just like Spring. But what do you think? Tell us, would you wear Floral Prints? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Twenty8twelve Royce High Waisted Sailor Pant | $340 at Shopbop.
May 12th, 2008
We asked: Would you wear Horizontal Stripes?
You said: Yes to Horizontal Stripes, with 75% of the vote.
Style tip? Horizontal Stripes get a bad reputation for figure flattery, since they can make you look wider than you actually are. But it’s all in how you wear your stripes. Small, narrow stripes are pretty easy to wear by themselves. And you can counteract the widening effect of wide horizontal stripes by wearing them in moderation–such as under a jacket. Plus, you can take advantage of the widening effect by wearing them on a part of your body that you’d like to widen. If you have narrow shoulders, for instance, you can wear horizontal stripes at the shoulderline to visually balance them out.
Next question: When it comes to pants, high waisted silhouettes are growing in popularity. But what do you think? Tell us, would you wear High Waisted Pants? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Striped Tie Tank | $34.50 at Gap.
May 5th, 2008
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