New Found Lust: Rachel Roy

Thursday, April 24

Unfit for the Attic

Is there something that will remain compatible with the rest of your wardrobe season after season?

By combining practicality with elegant design, vintage inspired clothing will surely become the constant of your closet. Perfect for upscaling a casual pair of jeans or looking impeccable at the office, classically made garments, may turn out to be your best allies. Always interesting, you will find these pieces to be colorful, textured, detailed and both body and outfit enhancing.

Classic and easily made current again, vintage clothing invokes nostalgia like a breath of fresh air from the bit less complex world of the past.

A.-Ruffle Blouse by Gold Hawk; B.-Faded Floral Dress by Stella McCartney; C.-Embroidered Floral Angelina Bag by Isabella Fiore; D.-Tulip Hem Jacket by Topshop; E.-Camille Paillette Jacket by Rachel Roy; F.-Amorie Dress by Theory; G.-Adore Low Wedge by Report; H.-Pleated Wrap Skirt by Celine; I.-Cap Sleeve Blouse by Philosophy di Alberta Ferreti; J.-Rose Blouse with Cap Sleeves by Forever 21; K.-Silk and Cotton Wrap Top by Sweetface; L.-Ida Blouse by Biba; M.-Wool Blazer by Bebe; N.-Roses and Pearls Necklace by Anthropologie; O.-Shirt Insert Top by Miu Miu; P.-Ruffle Trim Dress by Development; Q.-Birds and Blossom Purse by Monsoon.

Wednesday, April 9

Beyond Stitches

in: David and Scotti . Hanii Y . Hoss Intropia . Lulu's . Marc Jacobs . Miu Miu . origami . Prada . Rachel Roy . Rebecca Taylor . RM . Sergio Rossi . Shop Intuition . The Hunger Site . Topshop . volume . Y and Kei

Volume, texture, detail and visual interest make a piece stand out from the others. The way to achieve this does not only rely on threads and the tension given to them. Folds, crumples and layers can define new silhouettes and forms, such as that which is created by the japanese art of origami.

Tipically seen on dresses and other formal garments, origami-inspired treatments are artistic yet wearable new ways of expression. These can be conveyed as decorative details such as Hoss Intropia's dress or be part of the structure and overall fit such as Rachel Roy's and Marc Jacob's examples. To capture the spotlight while avoiding being overwhelming, these pieces are usually monochromatic or use a few coordinating colors, which emphasizes the fact that more than stitches meet the eye.

A.-Wool Shawl Dress by Hanii Y; B.-Origami Bracelets by Lulu's; C.-Origami Cotton Top by Miu Miu; D.-Camille Strapless Dress by Rachel Roy; E.-Origami Peace Crane Necklace by The Hunger Site; F.-One-shoulder Velvet Mini Dress by Marc Jacobs; G.-Neptune Dress by RM; H.-Chiffon Top by Rebecca Taylor; I.-Origami Sweat Skirt by Topshop; J.-Origami Shoulder Tote by David & Scotti; K.-Origami Pleated Clutch by Prada; L.-Origami Bijou Wishing Star Necklace by Shop Intuition; M.-Wool Silk Dress by Y & Kei; N.-Drop Waist Dress by Marc Jacobs; O.-Origami Dress Shoes by Sergio Rossi; P.-Origami Detail Dress by Hoss Intropia.