New Found Lust: Derek Lam

Saturday, June 27

Nude: The New White

Black and white have proven to be permanent fashion statements. However, as seasons go by, new hues surge as true alternatives to what we already love and know. Cream, pale rose, light peach, beige, ecru, off-white and their derivatives have become more than neutrals, nudes have become the new white. When paired with black, the result is so chic and natural that white is left out of the picture.

Be it for easygoing or elegant outfits, the new white is so simple to carry off that it will become your new fashion ally. White will not stop being a classic, but a less stark, fresher and equally effective alternative is here to stay.

A.- Silk Box Jacket by Fendi; B.- Give Me Number 9 Purse by Effie's Heart; C.- Unicorn Princess Heels by Jeffrey Campbell; D.- Silk Sequin Vest by Derek Lam; E.- Weapons T-Shirt by Lucha Workshop; F.- Cobra Silk Dress by Temperley London; G.- Lace Shell Cardigan by 3.1 Phillip Lim; H.- Tiered Ruffle Dress by H&M; I.- Knitted Stripe Top by Topshop; J.- Kurtis Flat Brogue by Topshop; K.- Pink Italian Leather Blazer by Forzieri; L.- Fitted Corset Dress by Alexander Wang; M.- Out of my Mind Scrimshaw Bracelet by Jessica Kagan Cushman; N.- Heloise Tote Bag by Chloé; O.- Bleach Skinny Jean by Topshop; P.- Side button Tunic by Yuki, Topshop; Q.- Black Pearl Earrings by Fun.

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Sunday, June 8

Golden Olive: Pantone® Spring Fashion Color 2008

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A color inspired by nature and the great outdoors, Golden Olive is part of the Pantone® 's Fashion Color Report for Spring 2008. Somewhere between yellow and green with a dash of tan, Golden Olive is a great trans-seasonal color that will easily cruise down the fall season without major adjustments. Naturally associated with the safari trend and certain hues of it with the bold brights trend, this color remains unique. As shown below, the variety of fashion pieces in this color is surprising.

Golden Olive

A.-Silk Jacquard Dress by Derek Lam; B.-Rina Gathered Dress by Forever 21; C.-Lambskin Frame Bag by Christian Dior; D.-Short Sleeved Jacket by Topshop; E.-Tetra Green Leather Shoes by Steve Madden; F.-Jackie Cardigan by J. Crew; G.-Chuck Taylor All-Star Hi Top Sneakers by Converse; H.-Statement Ring by Target.
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This color report was defined much before fashion collections hit the stores this spring. Now that we are living the Spring 2008 season, did this color actually make it into your wardrobe?