When the weather outside is frightful and you don’t feel like wearing your usual heavy coat, try a Puffer Vest as an alternative. It’s, well, puffy enough to keep your bodice warm, but its sleeveless nature allows your arms to breathe. Presenting four options that will take you all the way to Spring:
Our $$$$ Pick
CB Sports Long Apollo Vest | $217 (sale) at Shopbop
Joie "Gotta Believe" Vest | $171.90 (sale) at Nordstrom
Our $$ Pick
Mossimo Puffer Vest with Faux-Fur Trim | $79.99 (sale) at J.Crew
Faux Fur Vest | $24.99 at Target
Posted by Melody on January 4th, 2007 in Trend, Trendscape, Trendscape, Women |
The perfect Graphic Tee is as stylish as it is versatile…and easy on the wallet. We have five that fit the bill. Presenting, in no particular order, our Top 5 Graphic Tees for January 2007!
Posted by Trisha on January 3rd, 2007 in Men, Shopping Guide, Shopping Guide, Trend, Women |
It may be freakishly cold outside, but you still have to get in the car (or bus) and go to work. With an outfit that’s equally stylish as it is warm, we’re here to make it a tad easier for you to roll out of bed. Plus, it incorporates the latest pants trend—wide trousers—following the skinny-jeans fad. Now that’s a good reason to NOT snooze your alarm.
"What to Wear When it’s Cold Outside" Fashion Formula = Ruffled Button-Down Blouse + Turtleneck + Wide Trousers + Flats.
Striped Ruffle-bib Tuxedo Shirt | $39.99 (sale) at J.Crew
Featherweight Cotton Turtleneck Tee | $24.99 (sale) at J.Crew
Ya Ya George Pant in Picadilly | $230 at Shopbop
Posted by Melody on January 2nd, 2007 in Ready Made Outfits, Women |
We asked: Are Bows on Dresses In or Out?
You said: Yes to Bows; a 55% majority are all over Bows on Dresses.
Omiru’s take: For a thoroughly modern and completely ladylike look, you can’t go wrong with a bow adorned dress. Our advice? Choose a dress with a bow appropriately sized for your body type. If you’re petite, for example, opt for a small sized bow.
Next Question:
Party-appropriate Hairbands have been spotted on celebs from Mischa
Barton to Emmy Rossum. But what do You think? Tell us, are Hairbands
In, or are they Out? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Karen Zambos Couture Bow Tube Dress | $198 at Shopbop.
Posted by Trisha on January 1st, 2007 in Trend, Trend Predictives, What's In and What's Out, Women |
Issue No. 69 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 Stuff For Your New Year’s Resolutions , as we all need all the help we can get to stay focused. We present to
you a colorful weekly planner and an amusingly effective Accomplishment notepad.
Bob’s Your Uncle 8 Days a Week Daily Planner | $20 at Greener Grass Design
"Accomplish" Notepad| $6.99 at Knock Knock
Posted by Trisha on December 29th, 2006 in Friday Fashion Hotlist, Men, Trend, Women |
Who says an all-sale outfit isn’t as chic as a full price one? At Omiru we’re all about raiding the sale rack (or virtual sale rack, as it may be). Today we’re visiting Banana Republic for their Winter Sale:
Posted by Melody on December 28th, 2006 in Ready Made Outfits, Women |
We asked: Are Ugg Boots In or Out?
You said:
Down on Uggs! 65% voted Uggs Out, and another 16% believe they’re On the Way Out. Only 19% are in favor of these much-detested fluffy boots.
Omiru’s take: When it comes to the LA-esque Uggs-with-a-miniskirt look, we wholeheartedly agree with you. Talk about temperature dyslexia! However, you can wear your Uggs and have your style too. Just pair the boots (we suggest the Milano Boot, pictured left) with an appropriate winter outfit–long pants, a sweater, and a cute jacket, perhaps?
Next Question: A bow can turn a simple dress into something spectacular. But bows on dresses do run the risk of making you feel like you’re back in the sixth grade. But what do You think? Tell us, are Bows on Dresses In, or are they Out? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Ugg Australia Milano Boot | $399.95 at Nordstrom.
Posted by Trisha on December 27th, 2006 in Trend, Trend Predictives, What's In and What's Out, Women |
Issue No. 68 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 Relaxation Products to get you through the craziest shopping weekend of the year. We present to
you a soothing tea set and a scrumptious milk and honey candle.
Holiday Breakfast Blend with Tea Pot | $39.95 at Peets
Tocca Candelina Marcello (Sweet Milk and Honey) | $16 at Amazon
Merry Christmas from the Omiru Team. We’ll be on break, returning bright and early on Wednesday, December 27. Happy Holidays, and Happy Shopping!
Posted by Trisha on December 22nd, 2006 in Friday Fashion Hotlist, Men, Trend, Women |
Is a degree in fashion design an asset or a liability? While most designers consider formal training a benefit, Rosie Wolfenden and Harriet Vine believe that it would have prevented them from starting their jewelry line, Tatty Devine. A favorite of Vogue, and a regular at Fashion Week (London, and now New York), Tatty Devine enjoys a devoted international following for their delightfully eccentric necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Read on to hear about Rosie’s take on the London fashion scene, her current obsessions (including Chanel black nail varnish), and what’s next for the design duo.
Go on, immerse yourself in the world of Tatty Devine.
Omiru: In a nutshell, describe Tatty Devine.
Rosie: Tatty Devine is Eccentric, Eclectic, English and Exciting!
O: What are your design influences? How did your art school background affect your aesthetic?
R: [Harriet and I] are both influenced by so many things. Old films, music, books, memories, each other, our friends. I think the fact we went to art school has a massive effect on our aesthetic. If we had gone to fashion college, I don’t think we would ever have started Tatty.
O: What are your favorite piece(s) from your current collection?
R: I really like the great bear brooch, the satellite necklace (pictured, right) and the red balloon necklace.
O: What do you like about London style?
R: That it changes all the time. The mix of new and old. People’s making things themselves and looking individual.
O: What about London style do you wish would just go away?
R: All the people who don’t make things [themselves] and look individual!
O: Current obsessions?
R: Herman Dune, silver leggings, Jarvis Cocker! Oh, and Chanel black nail varnish.
O: 5 Things you like about London:
R: Going to gigs, the George and Dragon (my local!), walking around, the parks, all the people I know and love that live in it.
O: 5 people whose wardrobe you’d love to raid:
R: I like my own!
O: 5 brands you can’t live without:
R: Eley Kishimoto, Bernhard Wilhelm, Antoni and Alison, Vivienne Westwood, and Bernstock Speirs.
O: 5 things you always carry in my purse:
R: A notebook, pen, lipstick, mirror, tape measure and compass!
O: 5 things you’re feeling for Spring 2007:
R: Lots of colour, nostalgia for growing up in the 1970’s, disco, glitter balls, and fun.
O: Fashion Dos:
R: Shop in fancy dress shops! Coloured tights and colour co-ordination. Second hand fashion.
O: Fashion Don’ts:
R: Can’t think of any…except maybe thongs, fake orange tans and jeans with special bleach patterns!
O: Little known fact about Tatty Devine?
R: Tatty Devine has over 1000 designs from past collections for sale in their shops.
O: What can we expect next from Tatty Devine?
R: Opening more shops, expanding the Brick Lane shop, designing other lines.
Shop Tatty Devine’s latest collection online at http://www.tattydevine.com.
Posted by Trisha on December 21st, 2006 in Designer Profiles, Features |
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