We asked: Would you wear Yellow Green?
You said: Maybe. Both "Yes" and "No" got 50% of the vote.
Style tip? If your skin has warm undertones, yellow green (and yellow) will likely flatter you. But if your skin has cool undertones, try jewel tones–such as emerald green–instead.
Next question: It’s no question that minidresses are a hot commodity for Spring. But would you actually wear them? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Embroidered Linen Popover Blouse | $98 at J Crew.
Posted by Trisha on March 9th, 2008 in Trend, Trend Predictives, What's In and What's Out, Women |
Since 2003, Milla Jovovich and Carmen Hawk have been collaborating on a flirty, feel-good fashion line called, quite appropriately, Jovovich-Hawk. The LA-based line is known for its independent, romantic look–with wisps of vintage details. But as a designer line, Jovovich-Hawk was out of reach, price-wise, for many of us. No longer. Jovovich-Hawk is the latest designer line to join Target’s GO International roster, and we’ve picked out our favorite pieces from the collection just for you:
Jovovich-Hawk Chevron Swimsuit | $29.99 at Target
Channel vintage elegance when you’re lounging by the pool. We love the slimming effect of the chevron stripes.
Jovovich-Hawk Short Sleeve Hoodie in Heather Grey | $17.99 at Target
Classic with a twist–and soon to be one of your weekend favorites.
Jovovich-Hawk Arabesque Halter Dress | $29.99 at Target
The halter silhouette and the deep v-neckline flatters women with a small bust.
Jovovich-Hawk Floppy Hat in Ebony | $14.99 at Target
Bring on the drama with this vintage-inspired floppy hat. And don’t forget your oversized sunglasses.
Jovovich-Hawk High Waist Denim Jeans | $34.99 at Target
What’s not to love about these high waisted jeans? They make you look taller by visually elongating your leg, and the dark wash gives you a bonus slimming effect.
Posted by Trisha on March 7th, 2008 in Shopping Guide, Women |
Q: I have been hearing rumors about how pearls are coming back. Do you have any recommendations for how to make them look modern?
by Colleen Geary, fashion stylist and image consultant
A: Pearls are a true classic—while their popularity has waxed and waned over the seasons, they have never gone out of style. It’s no surprise that they’re gaining in popularity now, given the movement towards more ladylike fashion (though they work with almost any outfit, from a casual sweater and jeans to a formal business suit). Plus, pearls are universally flattering—you can find pearls to complement any complexion.
That said, the single strand necklace that your Grandmother wore can look dated. For a fresh, modern look with pearls, here are three tips:
(1) Invest in jewelry that combines pearls with other stones, such as a cluster earring combining pearls with aquamarine or amethyst. Should you have a strand of family pearls, you could restring them, adding crystals or other jewels to the necklace, to make them more modern.
(2) Try Nontraditional Pearls: Baroque pearls are less pristine in appearance, yet they are beautiful in their imperfection. Added bonus? Baroque pearls often come in beautiful colors from pinks to golds to purples. We also love the look of coin pearls, which are characterized by their flat, coin-like shape.
(3) Do as Coco Chanel did: Wear your classic pearl necklace with an assortment of other necklaces to add dimension to their appearance.
Looking for some basic information on pearls? For a primer on pearls, Omiru recommends Blue Nile’s Guide to Pearls.
Have a great tip about how to create a modern look with pearls? Share it with us in the comments!
Pictured, from left: Snowdrops and Leaves Asymmetrical Necklace | $56 at t8designs (Etsy), Birds Nest Earrings | $32 at starrydesigns (Etsy), Anita Earrings | $16 at Golden Stiletto (Etsy).
Posted by Trisha on March 6th, 2008 in How To, Q&A, Trendscape, Women, Women's, Women's |
Q: How do I pick out an aftershave or cologne for myself? What is the difference between the two? How much is too much, and how do I figure out how much to wear?
A: Even though aftershave and cologne can smell the same, they’re two very different products. Aftershave is meant to condition the skin after shaving, so while it is scented, it contains conditioners to heal your skin after a close shave. Cologne, on the other hand, is purely for fragrance. As such, cologne has a much stronger, longer-lasting scent than aftershave.
How much is too much? While you can splash your face with aftershave, your coworkers will be able to smell you from across the office if you do so with cologne. Cologne is best applied in small quantities—a dab here and a dab there is enough.
Picking a scent is really a personal process. We would recommend going scent “window shopping†first to familiarize yourself with the variety of scents out there. Spray the fragrance on the paper cards provided at the store—that way, you’ll be able to distinguish between the colognes. (Plus, you’ll keep your wrists and arms scent-free.) Give your nose a break in between sniffing each fragrance. And take your time—the process of elimination to find the perfect scent doesn’t need to be done in a day.
Once you get down to the top three to five fragrances, you’ll need to actually try them on. Everybody has different personal chemistry, so a fragrance smells different on different people. Your perfect fragrance will be one whose smell you love—but one that also works for your personal chemistry.
Have a great tip about how to pick a fragrance? Or would you like to share your favorite scents? Share your ideas with us in the comments!
Pictured: Polo Ralph Lauren Eau de Toilette | $47.50+ at Sephora, Bvlgari Aqva Pour Homme | $40+ at Sephora, Rochas Eau de Toilette Spray | $44 at Sephora.
Posted by Trisha on March 4th, 2008 in How To, Men, Men's, Men's, Q&A, Shopping Guide |
Bold, eye-catching, and completely chic, black and white graphic prints are a classic. While they’re particularly on trend for Spring, they have enough staying power to stay in your closet for seasons to come. Here’s Omiru’s picks for black and white graphic print dresses:
Our $ Pick:
Velvet Torch Double V-Neck Dress | $68 at Nordstrom
The empire waist silhouette makes you look taller–and is especially flattering for long-waisted women.
Our $$ Pick:
Silk Printed Dress | $148 at Banana Republic
So we cheated, this dress is actually navy instead of black…but we love it so much that we had to include it. Isn’t the print gorgeous?
Our $$$ Pick:
Black Halo Sunburst Dress | $328 at Tobi
As sexy as it is sophisticated, this dress is completely eye-catching in front and in the back.
Posted by Trisha on March 4th, 2008 in Shopping Guide, Trend, Trendscape, Trendscape, Women |
We asked: Would you wear Cocoon Coats?
You said: No, with 79% against, and only 21% for Cocoon Coats.
Style tip? You don’t wear Cocoon Coats for figure flattery–you wear them to make a fashion statement. The best Cocoon Coat looks allow the coat to be the center of attention, so choose your other clothes with that in mind.
Next question: Bright, day-glo colors like Yellow Green are In for Spring and Summer. But would you wear Yellow Green? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Sport Luxe Coat | $59 at Twelve by Twelve.
Posted by Trisha on March 3rd, 2008 in Trend, Trend Predictives, What's In and What's Out, Women |
Hi everybody,
We’re going to be doing some cleanup around here on Saturday afternoon, upgrading to the latest version of our blogging software and doing some general tidying up of the code. Omiru will be down for maintenance for a few hours starting late tomorrow afternoon, and (if all goes well) we’ll be back up and running in the evening.
Have a great weekend–
Trisha and the Omiru Team
Posted by Trisha on February 29th, 2008 in News, Off Topic |
In this era of status handbags and designer logos, it’s easy to overlook the weekend workhorse handbag: the casual bag. You know the one. The bag that totes your sunglasses and dog-eared book to the park. The bag that stashes all of your bite-size purchases at the mall. The bag that carries your chocolate bars and cheese wedges back from the grocery store.
For those times when a casual bag will do, we present five handbag options, one as cheap as $15–and all under $50.
Clockwise from Left:
AE Bike Tote | $24.50 at American Eagle
Got to love a biker’s bag with a bike logo, right down to the heart "gear."
Fred Cassette Tote | $15 at Fred Flare
Whimsically old school and yet completely fresh.
Nylon Bow Satchel | $24.50 at Gap
We can’t get enough of this bright green color–which will give the most basic of outfits a shot of energy.
Issac Mizrahi for Target Tote in Denim | $39.99 at Target
Dark denim is at once casual and somehow dressy. Here’s a handbag that will carry you wherever you go.
AE Tropical Slouchy Hobo | $49.50 at American Eagle
Breezy enough for an island getaway, yet substantial enough to tackle Sunday afternoon errands.
Posted by Trisha on February 28th, 2008 in Shopping Guide, Trend, Women |
Q: Girls Night Out is approaching! AGENDA: Find some beautiful boys while consuming beautiful cocktails. WHERE: A lounge or two, possibly a bar…and then a nightclub for some all night dancing. I want to look extremely classy, stand out from the crowd, but not look like a prude. What should I wear?
A:
For Girls Night Out, your object is to look gorgeous–but not overly sexy. Like you said, you want to stand out from the crowd, but you also want to look classy. Here’s three style tips to keep in mind as you get dressed:
(1) Show a little skin–but not too much. Pick an area of the body to highlight and stick with it. If you wear a low-cut blouse, show a little less leg, and vice versa.
(2) Stand out with color. To look classy but still stand out, attract attention with bright colors instead of bare skin. Bright green, orange, yellow, and even purple will also help your friends find you in a crowded nightclub.
(3) Wear comfortable shoes. If you’re going to be out all night dancing, we can’t stress this enough. Wear the wrong shoe, and your feet will be screaming by the time you hit the nightclub. Low heels are recommended, but you know how much of a heel you can handle.
Pictured above are three outfit ideas to get you started:
Left: The revealing minidress is balanced out by the knee-high boots. A headband adds a dash of cute to the otherwise sexy outfit.
Middle: Works if you have to go straight from work to dinner with the girls. Keep the top buttoned up during the day, but come nighttime, you can undo the top two or three buttons.
Right: We paired a form fitting pencil skirt with a gorgeous purple halter top for a sophisticated nightclub look.
Have a great tip about what to wear for girls night out at the club?
Share it with us in the comments!
Posted by Trisha on February 27th, 2008 in Q&A, Ready Made Outfits, Women, Women's |
Q: I just got myself dark brown skate shoes (Vans), and I don’t know how they should look. How do I look cool in them?
Feeling the love for this outfit? Here’s more information about it.
A: Whether you’re a college undergrad or you’re a working guy looking for a breezily chic weekend look, here’s what to wear with brown skate shoes:
Jackets: Bring out the color of the shoes with a casual jacket in a dark brown or chocolate brown hue.
Shirts: With the dark brown skate shoes, you can wear anything from a t-shirt to a polo shirt to a button-down sport shirt. We like the look of a brightly colored polo (in cobalt blue, bright green, or even orange).
Pants: Jeans are a no-brainer, as their casualness matches the attitude of the shoes–but don’t discount khakis or cords here for a little variety.
Accessories: For an extra punch, you can add a secondary bolt of color with a brightly colored belt.
Have a great tip about what to wear with skate shoes? Share it with us in the comments!
Posted by Trisha on February 26th, 2008 in Men, Men's, Q&A, Ready Made Outfits |
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