September 7, 2010
September 2, 2010
Falling for Fashion: Fall Trends
As I sit here, listening to my David Bowie in the early morning, I have nothing but fashion on my mind. Boots, boat shoes, and yellow pumps are just some of my latest lusts for this season. And since I have managed to scoop up every September issue of magazines, the trends have inspired me to seek out some exciting future purchases.
For my latest obsession on boots, I hit up my favorite shoe sites, including DSW.com, and Aldoshoes.com, and while their selection was more than enough of a feast for the eyes, I still wasn't seeing exactly what I was looking for. I then somehow got led to Target.com, where my boot craving was more than satisfied. The plethora of boots, from ankles to knee-highs and even a cute pair of Welley's had my fingers itching to click "buy."
Speaking of itches, my second love and lust has been for boat shoes, which of course Sperry has managed to successfully provide, as well as this little number from Amazon, available in both pink and blue.
My lust goes further with shoes, to desire a pair of yellow pumps, sure to stun and excite every outfit I can imagine in my wardrobe. I have found a gorgeous pair from Christian Louboutin, but they aren't "quite" what I was looking for. Something with more height, more yellow. The search continues.
And to continue on in the whole yellow obsession phase, I have been craving a yellow and black plaid shirt, similar to the one seen at Target, but think slightly bigger, more boyfriend-fitted.
Black and yellow also makes a come-back in my bathing suit style with this little reversible number, once again seen at Target. Add a yellow scarf and you can complete my yellow-lust phase for this fall.
The trend this fall, seen cover to cover in all September issues this month, has been for camel-colored items. It looks fantastic in a trench, amazing in a skirt, but mostly, I adore it in a messenger bag. Glamour magazine this month highlighted "The New Messenger Bag", particularly in the gorgeous camel color, whose history with women has stemmed back from the days of WWII and woman's military uniforms. I have found a similar style in the Etsy seller Chicleather's purse seen here.
The color and style is perfect, exactly what I had in mind. If you don't want all the size, another great option from Amazon includes this small Nine West Bag. The price is very right for this one, and is a great accessory to travel.
As far as fall beauty goes, orange lips, purple shadows, and teased poufs were a smash on runways and beauty books. Try them if you dare.
from mariankihogo.com
from media.onsugar.com
Also seen on the trend's list for fall (and runways world-wide) were cut-off jean shorts, a back-to-school must and all around essential. Not only are runways sporting the look, but so were readers pictured in Marie Clare, In-Style, and Glamour to name a few. The great thing about this trend is that you can experiment in so many ways. Take a pair of old jeans or hit up your local GoodWill and find a pair you can't resist (the worn-in look was most popular). Be open to patches, stitching, or colors that can make your pair unique. If you can't find the right shade, try bleach or cloth dye (found at your local craft store). Then, grab some scissors and get cutting! The length is all up to you, so whatever is most comfortable is the most fashionable.
from www.couturecandy.com
My fashion forecast for spring: jewel-encrusted chain purses. Small, in particular. Keep a fashionable eye out. I'll leave you darlings with a smart and savvy quote from Tim Gunn from this month's Marie Clare: "[On wearing business attire] You're navigating a world where you need to have your wits about you. If you're in a lackadaisical comfort haze, you can't be engaged in the world the way you need to be."
For my latest obsession on boots, I hit up my favorite shoe sites, including DSW.com, and Aldoshoes.com, and while their selection was more than enough of a feast for the eyes, I still wasn't seeing exactly what I was looking for. I then somehow got led to Target.com, where my boot craving was more than satisfied. The plethora of boots, from ankles to knee-highs and even a cute pair of Welley's had my fingers itching to click "buy."
Speaking of itches, my second love and lust has been for boat shoes, which of course Sperry has managed to successfully provide, as well as this little number from Amazon, available in both pink and blue.
My lust goes further with shoes, to desire a pair of yellow pumps, sure to stun and excite every outfit I can imagine in my wardrobe. I have found a gorgeous pair from Christian Louboutin, but they aren't "quite" what I was looking for. Something with more height, more yellow. The search continues.
And to continue on in the whole yellow obsession phase, I have been craving a yellow and black plaid shirt, similar to the one seen at Target, but think slightly bigger, more boyfriend-fitted.
Black and yellow also makes a come-back in my bathing suit style with this little reversible number, once again seen at Target. Add a yellow scarf and you can complete my yellow-lust phase for this fall.
The trend this fall, seen cover to cover in all September issues this month, has been for camel-colored items. It looks fantastic in a trench, amazing in a skirt, but mostly, I adore it in a messenger bag. Glamour magazine this month highlighted "The New Messenger Bag", particularly in the gorgeous camel color, whose history with women has stemmed back from the days of WWII and woman's military uniforms. I have found a similar style in the Etsy seller Chicleather's purse seen here.
The color and style is perfect, exactly what I had in mind. If you don't want all the size, another great option from Amazon includes this small Nine West Bag. The price is very right for this one, and is a great accessory to travel.
As far as fall beauty goes, orange lips, purple shadows, and teased poufs were a smash on runways and beauty books. Try them if you dare.
from mariankihogo.com
from media.onsugar.comAlso seen on the trend's list for fall (and runways world-wide) were cut-off jean shorts, a back-to-school must and all around essential. Not only are runways sporting the look, but so were readers pictured in Marie Clare, In-Style, and Glamour to name a few. The great thing about this trend is that you can experiment in so many ways. Take a pair of old jeans or hit up your local GoodWill and find a pair you can't resist (the worn-in look was most popular). Be open to patches, stitching, or colors that can make your pair unique. If you can't find the right shade, try bleach or cloth dye (found at your local craft store). Then, grab some scissors and get cutting! The length is all up to you, so whatever is most comfortable is the most fashionable.
from www.couturecandy.comMy fashion forecast for spring: jewel-encrusted chain purses. Small, in particular. Keep a fashionable eye out. I'll leave you darlings with a smart and savvy quote from Tim Gunn from this month's Marie Clare: "[On wearing business attire] You're navigating a world where you need to have your wits about you. If you're in a lackadaisical comfort haze, you can't be engaged in the world the way you need to be."
August 12, 2010
I Want Candy(colored-fashion)!!
Hello Fashion Darlings! I have been very occupied lately with enjoying some good old-fashioned summer fun and laziness. But as back-to-school items hit stores, I can't help feel like getting more organized and buying a work-box and some new markers and planners. It's a fresh start, and a new beginning.
Speaking of new things, my newest phase of design has been very strictly 80's 90's. I haven't gone head-to-toe denim yet, but I've tried almost every other 80's/90's trend, such as neon colors, asymmetry, and big hair. To help me with my 80's/90's kick, I've enlisted the help of new line called "Material Girl" by Lourdes, the daughter of the famous Material Girl herself, Madonna. The new line, out exclusively at Macy's stores since August 3, is a combination of zippers, lace, and floral prints on leather jackets, skirts, and leggings. My favorite piece was the blue neon skirt (which I have found goes with just about everything in my closet; blue is definitely the new black). And the fun plaid blazer, tho my own modification to that would be a reversible jacket, plaid and black. Add a pair of heart-embroidered stockings, a cute flower headband, some Marc-Jacobs/Maripol earrings and you have yourself an 80's flashback.
Bandeau tops from Material Girl line; (photo from Macys.com)
Heart Sunglasses from UrbanOutfitters.com
As far as accessories go, 80's and 90's were defined by some of the greatest time pieces of our day: Swatches. This article explains and shows better than I could the best of the 80's-90's Swatch. And for a modern look (think Millennium meets 90's) try on a stylish new piece from Dylan's Candy Bar, the "Plastichic" watch. It comes in 19 different fun colors, (candy inspired, I'm sure) and are one of my personal latest and greatest obsessions. (photo from Facebook group:http://www.facebook.com/#!/DylansCandy
On a more couture note, I have been obsessed with the latest line put out by St. John. Take a look at their Fall 2010 lookbook. The pictures, the models: they are all stunning, a mix of Chanel and BCBG, an American take on Paris fashion. The clothes push the envelope enough to make people notice they are not typical, are not cookie-cutters of someone's designs. They are are a great jumping point for women who want to dare to be different, but are not ready for the world of haute couture.
Speaking of haute couture, Etsy.com did a feature on the extremes of fashion, called "Over the Top." One of the featured designers, Christine My Linh, had in her shop a stunning Victorian Witch Gown, a breathtaking piece of artistry. Also featured in the article was a Glowing Fur Coat, a sight to behold for sure.
And while we are on the topic of designing, my latest ideas are to dedicate my blog for the next thirty days starting September 1st to launch the new series "30 dresses in 30 days" in which I will attempt to procure thirty garments within a time span of only thirty days, essentially one garment a day. This will be no small feat, and will require much time and patience, as my designs are often very elaborate. But look forward to that in the following weeks.
Stay Fashionable! xoxo
Speaking of new things, my newest phase of design has been very strictly 80's 90's. I haven't gone head-to-toe denim yet, but I've tried almost every other 80's/90's trend, such as neon colors, asymmetry, and big hair. To help me with my 80's/90's kick, I've enlisted the help of new line called "Material Girl" by Lourdes, the daughter of the famous Material Girl herself, Madonna. The new line, out exclusively at Macy's stores since August 3, is a combination of zippers, lace, and floral prints on leather jackets, skirts, and leggings. My favorite piece was the blue neon skirt (which I have found goes with just about everything in my closet; blue is definitely the new black). And the fun plaid blazer, tho my own modification to that would be a reversible jacket, plaid and black. Add a pair of heart-embroidered stockings, a cute flower headband, some Marc-Jacobs/Maripol earrings and you have yourself an 80's flashback.
Bandeau tops from Material Girl line; (photo from Macys.com)
Heart Sunglasses from UrbanOutfitters.com
As far as accessories go, 80's and 90's were defined by some of the greatest time pieces of our day: Swatches. This article explains and shows better than I could the best of the 80's-90's Swatch. And for a modern look (think Millennium meets 90's) try on a stylish new piece from Dylan's Candy Bar, the "Plastichic" watch. It comes in 19 different fun colors, (candy inspired, I'm sure) and are one of my personal latest and greatest obsessions. (photo from Facebook group:http://www.facebook.com/#!/DylansCandy
On a more couture note, I have been obsessed with the latest line put out by St. John. Take a look at their Fall 2010 lookbook. The pictures, the models: they are all stunning, a mix of Chanel and BCBG, an American take on Paris fashion. The clothes push the envelope enough to make people notice they are not typical, are not cookie-cutters of someone's designs. They are are a great jumping point for women who want to dare to be different, but are not ready for the world of haute couture.
Speaking of haute couture, Etsy.com did a feature on the extremes of fashion, called "Over the Top." One of the featured designers, Christine My Linh, had in her shop a stunning Victorian Witch Gown, a breathtaking piece of artistry. Also featured in the article was a Glowing Fur Coat, a sight to behold for sure.
And while we are on the topic of designing, my latest ideas are to dedicate my blog for the next thirty days starting September 1st to launch the new series "30 dresses in 30 days" in which I will attempt to procure thirty garments within a time span of only thirty days, essentially one garment a day. This will be no small feat, and will require much time and patience, as my designs are often very elaborate. But look forward to that in the following weeks.
Stay Fashionable! xoxo
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