Q: I’m thinking of buying a shirtdress, since they seem to be more flattering than other styles out there. But I’m not sure how versatile they are. How do I put together an outfit with a shirtdress?
Omiru is pleased to bring you the answer to this style question from Christina Kornilakis and Sarah Gregory, the designers behind the vintage-inspired clothing line Sweet Tater.
A: The fun about shirtdresses is that you can dress them up or dress them down.
For a sexy going out look, add a pair of tights and ankle boots and you’re ready to go. And if you want a more casual laid back look, you can throw on a pair of jeans and some flat boots.
Sometimes simple is better. You could just wear a shirtdress as is with some sexy heels.
Pictured: Sweet Tater Greek Wool Shirtdress | $197.90 at Sweet Tater.
Style question? We’ve got answers. E-mail us at tips at omiru dot com, or leave us a comment with your question.
Posted by Trisha on March 22nd, 2007 in Q&A, Women's |
From the catwalk to the boardwalk, plaid appears to be the pattern du jour. Here are a few choice pieces to help you get the look.
Our $$ Pick
Diesel Sparty Short Sleeve Plaid Woven | $88 at
Urban Outfitters
Our $ Picks
Quiksilver ‘Santiago’ Plaid Shorts | $49.50 at Nordstrom
Bingham Madras Cambridge Tie | $49.50 at J Crew
Standard Messenger Plaid Short | $39 at Urban Outfitters
Plaid Madras Belt | $34 at J Crew
Posted by Trisha on March 21st, 2007 in Men, Trend, Trendscape, Trendscape |
Fashion Tip? Spring your warm weather dresses from the closet a few weeks early by layering them over long-sleeved t-shirts.
Fashion Formula = Long-Sleeved T-Shirt + Sundress + Brightly Colored Purse + Pumps.
Corsica Blue Striped Tee | $12.99 (sale) at Gap
Susina Ruched Back Dress | $48 at Nordstrom
Issac Mizrahi Flap Bag with Buckle | $16.99 at Target
Juicy Couture ‘Anguilla’ Pump | $250 at Nordstrom
Posted by Trisha on March 20th, 2007 in Ready Made Outfits, Women |
We asked: Are Capri Pants In or Out?
You said: Somewhere in between. The In/On the Way Out/Out split was almost even–so let’s call capri pants On the Way Out.
Omiru’s take: Though the weather has been heating up, you haven’t warmed to the idea of capri pants. We can’t blame you–the mid-calf length can be hard to wear. We look much more favorably upon the knee-length city short (especially if you’re short). But for those blessed with gracefully long legs, go ahead and go capri.
Next Question:
Ballet Flats are all over the shoe displays for Spring, presumably to complement the hordes of dresses filling the display racks. But what do You think?
Tell us, are Ballet Flats In, or are they Out? Cast your vote on
the sidebar!
Pictured: James Perse Deep Pocket Capri | $142 at Shopbop.
Posted by Trisha on March 19th, 2007 in Trend, Trend Predictives, What's In and What's Out, Women |
Issue No. 77 of the Friday Fashion Hotlist: a weekly compilation of the
cutest and coolest stuff Omiru’s Style Intelligence Report saw out there this
week.
This
week, we’re spotlighting The Best in Green Eco-Fashion for a twist on St. Patrick’s Day. We present to
you a set of colorful soft bowls and a entertaining-worthy wooden platter/chopping board.
Wobowl SoftBowls | $39 at
Branch Home
The Plank by Bambu| $26 at Branch Home
Posted by Trisha on March 15th, 2007 in Friday Fashion Hotlist, Home, Trend |
Q: I just found a great bargain on a black cashmere turtleneck and love it. But it seems a little plain to me - I’m just used to seeing my neckline and my favorite necklace sticking out. I’ve been told by some girls I know that a turtleneck works well with something over it - but what?
A: With high necked shirt styles, like turtlenecks, you want to counterbalance with a long necklace. And the more substantial the turtleneck, the more visual weight the long necklace needs to hold. A chunky turtleneck, for example, requires a heavier chain or larger, bolder stones. A more lightweight turtleneck, however, can be paired with a more delicate necklace.
Since the turtleneck you’re accessorizing is a simple, elegant black, you may want to pair it with a necklace with more of an edge. For an edgy elegant look, you may want to try a necklace like Erica Anenberg’s "Junk Necklace." It features a 30" sterling silver chain and unusual found item charms that should contrast nicely with the sophistication of the black turtleneck.
Pictured: Theory ‘Juliet’ Cashmere Sweater | $197.90 at Nordstrom. Erica Anenberg ‘Junk’ Necklace | $156 at Erica Anenberg.
Style question? We’ve got answers. E-mail us at tips at omiru dot com, or leave us a comment with your question.
Posted by Trisha on March 14th, 2007 in Q&A, Women's |
You work hard and you play hard. But do you have an outfit that can take you from daytime to date time? Start with a button-down shirt, tie, and loafers from your work wardrobe. Then add a dash of off-hours casual with a hoodie and jeans.
"Work and Play" Fashion Formula = Hoodie + Button-Down Shirt + Tie + Jeans + Loafers.
Mike and Chris Bond Canvas and Fleece Hoodie | $352 at Azalea SF
Fitted Graduated Stripe Dress Shirt | $78 at Banana Republic
Solid Satin Tie | $68 at J Crew
Levi’s 527 Jade Denim | $49 at Urban Outfitters
Kenneth Cole New York ‘Keep Ur Cool’ Slip-On | $185 at Nordstrom
Posted by Trisha on March 13th, 2007 in Men, Ready Made Outfits |
Mother-daughter team Marly and Juliana Renz are bringing sexy Brazilian style to the American market with Le Doux. With daughter Juliana’s eye for design and mother Marly’s experience in the fashion industry, they created a high-end swimwear line featuring embellished styles fit for women of leisure. Read on to learn more about the luxurious swimwear line, Juliana’s best swimsuit flattery tip, and what to expect next from Le Doux.
Omiru: How would you like people to describe Le Doux?
Juliana: I hope people think of good quality, cute designs, and good fit.
O: Tell us about your design inspiration.
J: I get my inspiration mostly from materials. I go shopping for stones, and I get ideas from colors, the stones, and fabrics. Sure, time periods are interesting, but only as a reference. I can’t design clothes that look like costume.
O: You and your mother work together on Le Doux. What’s it like working with family?
J: Difficult. We tend to only talk about business. Don’t get me wrong—we have and always had a good mother-daughter relationship. But we end up talking about business instead personal stuff, and it’s easy to get frustrated with each other when talking about business.
O: Le Doux swimsuits are actually made in Brazil. Why?
J: In Brazil, we have our own factory. We did this for quality control. We want to make sure everything is as perfect as can be. We’ve tried working with manufacturers before, but there was always something wrong. Either the color was off, or the end product looked like it was low quality.
O: What’s your bestselling style?
J: Femme Fatale is a big hit. Flora [pictured above left] is also doing very well.
O: How about your current favorite style?
J: I’m a fan of the Flora style. Flora has volume and is embellished. But it’s a bit hard to wear. I also like the simpler styles. Of those, I think Rose [pictured at right] is very good.
O: Your swimsuit designs tend to be fancy and embellished. Who are you designing them for?
J: They’re for people who want to lounge around looking beautiful. They’re for the style conscious who sit around by the pool or on the beach. They’re not surfing suits, they’re not sports suits.
O: There aren’t a lot of people in that market.
J: It’s a shame. The materials we use are expensive, so we need to be at a higher price point. Sadly, the market at the end of the day is all about price. For 2008, we’re changing the line a little bit to create a sub-line. We’ll have plainer suits at a lower price point.
O: Le Doux combines Brazilian sexiness with California style. What do you love about LA?
J: I love the way people are just so stylish in LA. People are ready for whatever they’re doing. Brazil’s not that way at all. I love the city—the weather, the way people socialize, the way that they’re constantly out. There’s a certain energy there.
O: And what do you love about Brazil?
J: I grew up in Brazil, where there’s a big big beach culture. People love to have fun. In Brazil, it’s all about having fun. It’s different from United States. There’s a freer spirit there.
O: Having grown up in Brazil, you’re a beach connoisseur. What’s your favorite beach?
J: The beach I grew up on. I love Rio. But I also love the South of France and Maui.
O: Fashion Dos:
J: Clothes that are sexy without revealing too much. Clothes that are appropriate for one’s body type. Clothes that aren’t just what everyone else is wearing. Clothes that are appropriate for you.
O: Fashion Don’ts:
J: The 1980s. The fashion was ugly then, and it’s uglier now. People are so used to wearing whatever they’re told.
O: Little known fact about you?
J: I’m a surfer and a shopaholic. But these aren’t little known facts.
O: What can we expect next from Le Doux?
J: We’ll be doing swimwear for girls in July. We’re also launching a sleepwear/lingerie line in the next couple of months.
O: Where can Omiru readers purchase Le Doux swimwear?
J: We have stores in California, Arizona, Hawaii, Florida, Nevada, and overseas. We’ll be selling online in a couple of months as well.
O: Last Words?
J: The less fabric a suit has on the back, the smaller the butt looks. Brazilians used to wearing small suits—now you know why.
Love Le Doux? Check out Le Doux’s entire collection at: http://www.ledouxswimwear.com/.
Posted by Trisha on March 12th, 2007 in Designer Profiles, Features |
We asked: Are Thick Frame Glasses In or Out?
You said: Yes! A 67% majority voted them In.
Omiru’s take: Style icons are unafraid to make a statement–so it’s no wonder that so many adorn themselves with Thick Frame Glasses (think Jackie O.). And what better place to make a statement than on your face. Style tip? Match the boldness of your facial features with the thickness of your glasses. Those with delicate facial features will look best in at most medium-thick glasses frames. But those with bold facial features can up the drama with thicker frames.
Next Question: Now that we’re nearing shorts weather, we want to ask you about another variety of cropped pant (that was all over Copenhagen Fashion Week): the Capri Pant. But what do You think?
Tell us, are Capri Pants In, or are they Out? Cast your vote on
the sidebar!
Pictured: Thick Frame Sunglasses| $4.80 at Forever 21.
Posted by Trisha on March 11th, 2007 in Men, Trend, Trend Predictives, What's In and What's Out, Women |
Fall 2007 in Scandinavia is all about feminine fabrics and details. Satin, silk, and sheer fabrics are combined with oodles of lace, ruffles and bows. Silhouettes tended towards the voluminous but are controlled through the use of belts, cinching and cuffs. Dark, subdued tones rule the runway complementing the usual suspects of black, white and gray.
SILHOUETTES
Short Hemlines
Mads Nørgaard, Nur Rock, Stine Goya, Jespine Philbert, Rand Jeans
Controlled Volume
Inwear, Rützou, Baum und Pferdgarten, Ivan Grundahl
High Waisted Styles
Ivana Helsinki, Gestuz, Dr. Denim, Noa Noa
A-line Styles
Elise Gug, Rützou, Noa Noa, Bitte Kai Rand, Annhagen
High Necklines
Mads Nørgaard, Inwear, Designer’s Remix, Gestuz, Camilla Norrback
Belted Styles
Elise Gug, Ivan Grundahl, Sand, Noa Noa, Gentlemen’s Affair, Bruuns Bazaar
Empire Waistlines
Rützou, Sand, Day Birger et Mikkelsen, Malene Birger, Bitte Kai Rand
DETAILING
Ruffles
Designer’s Remix, Baum und Pferdgarten, Day Birger et Mikkelsen, Malene Birger, Noa Noa
Cuffed Styles
Inwear, Rützou, Elise Gug, Sand, Day Birger et Mikkelsen
Bows
Elise Gug, Ivana Helsinki, Bruuns Bazaar, Sand, Malene Birger, Gentlemen’s Affair
Mirrors
Munthe plus Simonsen, Rützou
Embroidery
Munthe plus Simonsen, Rützou, Day Birger et Mikkelsen, By Groth
Puffy Sleeves
Munthe plus Simonsen, Designer’s Remix, Bruuns Bazaar, Baum und Pferdgarten, Camilla Norrback
Pleats
Munthe plus Simonsen, Rützou, Day Birger et Mikkelsen, Malene Birger, By Groth
Cinched Sleeves
Rützou, Designer’s Remix, Baum und Pferdgarten
Lace
Munthe plus Simonsen, Inwear, Sand, Day Birger et Mikkelsen, By Groth
FABRIC & PATTERN
Plaid
Designer’s Remix, Rand Jeans, Ivan Grundahl
Geometric Prints
Inwear, Designer’s Remix, Baum und Pferdgarten, Gentlemen’s Affair
Satin
Munthe plus Simonsen, Inwear, Noa Noa, By Groth, Gentlemen’s Affair
Stripes
Mads Nørgaard, Inwear, Noa Noa, Bitte Kai Rand
Fur
Elise Gug, Dalsgaard, B.A.P, Ivan Grundahl, Sand
Leather
Munthe plus Simonsen, Rützou, Mads Nørgaard, Annhagen, Ivan Grundahl
Textured Knits
Inwear, Elise Gug, Designer’s Remix, Malene Birger, Thelin
Metallic Shine
Rützou, Mads Nørgaard, Graumann, H.U.G.S by Vonryba
Sheer Fabrics
Inwear, Day Birger et Mikkelsen, Malene Birger, Noa Noa, Bitte Kai Rand, By Groth
GARMENT CLASSIFICATIONS
Shorts
Munthe plus Simonsen, Inwear, Jespine Philbert, Rand Jeans, By Groth
Skinny Pants
Munthe plus Simonsen, Mads Nørgaard, Rützou, Bruuns Bazaar
Pedal Pushers/Capris
Rützou, Inwear, Munthe plus Simonsen, Malene Birger, Noa Noa, By Groth
Wrap Dresses
Elise Gug, Rosanna Julie
Leggings
Mads Nørgaard, Dreams by Isabel Christensen, Cecil Marie Martensen, Noa Noa, Bitte Kai Rand
Long Tops (e.g. Tunics and Caftans)
Munthe plus Simonsen, Inwear, Rützou, Day Birger et Mikkelsen, Malene Birger
Wide Leg Trousers
Rützou, Ivan Grundahl, Robert & Blad, Bruuns Bazaar, Sand, Day Birger et Mikkelsen
Pencil Skirts
Inwear, Elise Gug, Dr. Denim
ACCESSORIES
Oversized Bags
Inwear, Designer’s Remix, Bruuns Bazaar, Ivan Grundahl, Malene Birger
Long Gloves
Munthe plus Simonsen, Rützou, Dalsgaard, Ivan Grundahl, Malene Birger
Ankle Boots
Elise Gug, Inwear
Oversized Belts
By Petrine L, Bildt & Prior, Malene Birger
Skinny Belts
Elise Gug, Sand, Bitte Kai Rand
Legwarmers
Mads Nørgaard, Ivan Grundahl, Noa Noa
Knee-length Socks
Rützou, Bruuns Bazaar
Pictured: Munthe plus Simonsen (top right) and Rützou (middle left).
Posted by Trisha on March 11th, 2007 in Trend, Trend Predictives, What's In and What's Out, Women |
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