The Pretty Ones: Pantone® Spring-Summer Fashion Colors 2009 Part 2

Saturday, August 8

The Pretty Ones: Pantone® Spring-Summer Fashion Colors 2009 Part 2

An authentic ode to summer, the subdued section in Pantone®'s Summer 2009 fashion palette is a fresh treat to the eye. Revitalizing Vibrant Green, sophisticated Dark Citron, glowing Salmon Rose and elegant Rose Dust make pretty yet stylish hue selections that will make the rest of your summer a breeze. Easily coordinated with neutrals and made stark with black or even adding hints of green to a rose, these gorgeous tones will energize your wardrobe without the overstatement.



In Vibrant Green: Photographer Jacket by Boden; Cluster Jeweled Dress by AKA New York; Flower Clutch Bag by Paola Péres; Lucite Bangle by Chanel.
In Salmon Rose: Feather Vest Top by Rare, Topshop; Collar Tunic by Yuki**, Topshop; Pink Claytonia Lacey Ballet Flats by Ruche; Tutu Stud Dress by Topshop.
In Rose Dust: Scalloped-trim Silk Top by Stella McCartney; Metallic Ballet Flat by Giuseppe Zanotti; Pull-on Scarf by Missoni; Silk Draped Top by Stella McCartney.
In Dark Citron: Veined Turquoise Necklace by Siman Tu; HairCalf Allegra Handbag by Vivre; Petal Sleeves Silk Dress by Catherine Malandrino.

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You and Your Boyfriend Blazer

Friday, July 24

You and Your Boyfriend Blazer

It seems that the "I-just-borrowed-it-from-my-boyfriend-and-went-out-the-door" mood is everywhere. Boyfriend jeans, shirts and even shoes are now a constant in the shops, but are they as easy to adapt to the rest of your wardrobe as they seem?

Even when the trend has been named after men, the true size and fit on you should never be overlooked. The sure choice of the pack? A long and straight-fitting black blazer made out of supple fabric such as this one by McQ will make your outfit effortlessly elegant and on-trend.

Best of all, a classic black boyfriend blazer will take you seamlessly from summer to fall and forward without succumbing with the trend when the word "boyfriend" is no longer attached to it.

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Nude: The New White

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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Go Ahead and Fly Away

Friday, June 5

Go Ahead and Fly Away

A few days on the road are powerful enough to make you learn new things about yourself and give you a different perspective about life. Embrace these changes alongside Paper Plane's Travel Shoulder Bag uniqueness.

Whether you use it to carry your travel essentials or bring it along for a walk around the city, this bag will remain fun and original in your collection with its vintage look and feel.

Take a peek at this clutch previously featured for a similar style.

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The Brights: Pantone® Spring-Summer Fashion Colors 2009 Part 1

Sunday, May 31

The Brights: Pantone® Spring-Summer Fashion Colors 2009 Part 1

Lively, bold and made to compliment the sun's rays, Pantone®'s Super Lemon, Palace Blue and Fuchsia Red Summer 2009 shades are bright as ever. We saw purple and blue surge as important hues in fashion last year and this time they come back full of attitude. Super Lemon's radiance is the most merry of the season's Pantone® palette, making it the most audacious of the pack.

Pop art inspired combinations make these colors a summer must-have to enrich paler neutrals. When mixed with white and intense hues, these brights have an even deeper impact and make the color block trend a breeze. Go ahead and take advantage of the summer days with these stimulating color choices.


Super Lemon selection: Ankle-Strap Sandals, See by Chloé; Embroidered Heavenly Top by Nanette Lepore; Wide Resin Bangle by Amrita Singh; Moth Fitted Tank Singlet Dress by Alice McCall.
Palace Blue selection: Asymmetric Zip Frill Blouse by Topshop; Fast Bonny Cotton Dress by French Connection; Wide Leg High Waisted Jeans by 3.1 Phillip Lim.
Fuchsia Red selection: Asymmetric Pocket Dress by Marc Jacobs; Magenta Apache Moccasin Shoes, Kors by Michael Kors; 'Y-Mail' Wallet by Yves Saint Laurent; Laser Cut 'Rihanna' Rattan Frame Clutch by Rafe New York.

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Florally Vintage

Tuesday, April 28

Florally Vintage

Flowers have been an eternal form of expressing our most natural side. A way of coming back to one's roots, of making a pause in an ever hectic world, of breathing new life. This season, a touch of the past has been added to the mix resulting in a nostalgic and fresh interpretation of spring. This trend is a pleasure to pair with more modern styles or keep organic when choosing neutral pieces that make the floral pattern come to life by standing out.

This is the best of two worlds united in one exciting fashion trend.

A.-Floral dress by H&M; B.-Oriental Floral Beach Bag by Accesorize; C.-Felipe Floral Cut Work Bag by Reiss; D.-Silk Floral Ribbon Dress by Roksanda Ilincic; E.-Flower Clip by H&M; F.-Chiffon Floral Print Scarf by Missoni; G.-Flower and Ribbon Necklace by Marni; H.-Embroidered Silk Biker Cardigan by Matthew Williamson; I.-Samantha Shoes by Pink Studio; J.-Floral Chiffon Top by Forever 21; K.-Wood Floral Bangle by Wet Seal.

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Here, There and Everywhere

Thursday, April 9

Here, There and Everywhere

Fashion might not unite cultures, but it does represent the possibility of being a citizen of the world. Full of color, artistic and intricate, ethnic patterns and fabrics are the season's most natural ways of expression. French Connection's Oriental Cotton Dress and Accessorize's Bangkok Bag are fresh, elegant and best of all, relevant in today's world. Make them your own by mixing unexpected urban pieces and embrace being everywhere in spirit.

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Why You Should Dress Up when Feeling Down

Monday, March 30

Why You Should Dress Up when Feeling Down

The natural reaction when waking up feeling blue? Putting on the most comfy clothes possible. Wanting to be at ease when feeling down is of course desirable, but frumpy should not be confused with cozy since it can backfire at you. We often dress like we feel and attention must be paid since what we end up wearing could in fact deepen our negative outlook. This ultimately means that a sloppy selection can end up making us feel sloppy when we least need it and so the vicious cycle continues.

The solution? Go closet shopping and select pieces that yes, are comfortable and easy to wear but will serve as an instant pick-me-up. The actual process can be fun and distracting but don't stress if you're not in the mood of creating a new outfit from scratch, you can always resort to something that has made you look or feel great in the past.

The outfit you choose will be interacting with you throughout the day and can therefore transform your mood. If it doesn't feel right, you will be uncomfortable or self-conscious all day. If it's lively and uplifting, chances are you will end up believing it and feeling likewise.

Clothes are great tools for faking attitudes and you can always fake a positive one to trick yourself.




"Uninspiring" Outfit: Aerie Embroidered Hoodie by American Eagle; Lacy Camisole by Abercrombie and Fitch; Linen Shorts by Kitica; Batik Print Flip Flops by Wet Seal; EROL Mini Canvas Tote by Hayden-Harnett.
"Easygoing" Outfit: Cropped Cotton Jacket by Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti; Double Layer Blouse by Vanessa Bruno; Temira Cotton Skirt by Theory; Patent Jewel T-Strap Sandal by Go Jane; Boho Canvas Tote by Forever 21.
"The Extra Mile" Outfit: Kaolin Cotton Blend Jacket by Maje; Jersey Linen Tank Dress by Alice + Olvia; Leighton Large Tote by Rafe New York; Idonia Sandal by Kate Spade.

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Luscious Contradiction

Saturday, March 21

Luscious Contradiction

Contradiction is present everywhere. A fine reflection of it is Stella McCartney's undeniably current Cupro Bomber Jacket. Gorgeously silky yet easy to understand thanks to its simplicity, this piece represents ambivalent feelings that take form depending on who wears it and her state of mind. Is it casual or modernly elegant? That answer will vary constantly: much like your take on a glass' half-emptiness or half-fullness.

The question remains: Is it gray or silver?

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A Transitional Season Outfit Dissection

Sunday, March 8

A Transitional Season Outfit Dissection

Finally: spring is almost here. The first rays of sunlight are starting to be seen and become our rays of hope amidst turbulent times. Creating an outfit that works well right in between winter and spring is not easy. Our inspiration for this outfit dissection comes from three key pieces: a great Plaid Blouse by Matalan, the beautiful Sara Flap Over Bag by Nica and See by Chloé's go-gaga-for Cut-Out Panel Wallet to go inside it. With just these pieces, our outfit is pretty bare, but is just enough to built a great one around them.

Not quite warm yet for an airy outfit? Choose an ever-convenient Pip Cropped Tuxedo Jacket by Twenty8Twelve to keep you warm, add a great pair of Skinny Jeans by All Saints and Topshop's to-die-for Cut-Out Shoes with contrasting ankle socks. For accessories, a Turquoise Rose Necklace by Forever 21 and Giles & Brother's wonderful Spiked Brass Oxide Bangle are enough.

When sunshine finally comes, make a few adjustments to your outfit core by adding: Diesel's fresh Cotton Blazer, a beautiful pair of cropped Silk Trousers by Stella McCartney and the comfy-yet-stylish Mock-Croc Sandals by F-Troupe. Grab Dorothy Perkins' Graduated Wood Bead Necklace and Banana Republic's Square Bracelets and you are ready to go out in the sun.

It's all about making key pieces work with any season or weather and renewing your look by mixing and matching pieces you already have with seasonal ones.

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Rescue an Outfit: Adopt a Belt

Friday, February 20

Rescue an Outfit: Adopt a Belt

Interested in creating a new look without having to invest a fortune or replace your wardrobe? Reinvent any outfit by dressing up your waist with an eye-catching belt that speaks for itself. Juxtapose styles by making unexpected combinations and break the usual trend patterns. Experiment and find new heights in your everyday wear and start breaking old habits.
After all, there's always room for change.

A.-Wide Beaded Belt with Zip by Missoni; B.-Baroque Jewel and Bow Belt by Dolce & Gabbana; C.-Braided Stud Belt by American Eagle; D.-Circle Weave Waist Belt by Linea Pelle Collection; E.-Modern Rebel Belt by Marquis & Camus; F.-Leather Multi Strap Belt by Topshop; G.-Feather Belt by Alberta Ferreti; H.-Skinny Bow Belt by Fun; I.-Stud Belt by Forever 21; J.-Landi Suede Belt by Vero Moda; K.-Braque Belt by Mayle; L.-Gold Mesh Chain Belt by Miss Selfridge.

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2009 Trend: The All-in-Ones

Tuesday, February 3

2009 Trend: The All-in-Ones

Although probably not picked out at first by most, play or jumpsuits are all this year's rage. Inspired in a predominantly 80s trend, they are now becoming relevant for the 21st century.

Both Chloé's Double-breasted Playsuit (left) and French Connection's Cotton Jumpsuit (right) are worthwhile examples of how this trend has been adapted to our current mindset. Unquestionably comfortable and fashion-forward, these two pieces are easier to welcome to our wardrobes than it seems. The gathered waists are fortunately different from the original cuts and provide a feminine detail that deters the 80s worker's look.

Prefer a no-fuss and more elegant version of the all-in-one trend? Go for Chloé's version and add a long cardigan or blazer and a waist belt for simple instant style. While French Connection's details add interest, beware of the bulk-adding pleats and ruching and style it accordingly by choosing slim-fitting jackets and no-frill accessories.

Don't forget to showcase your favorite heels with it to keep the proportions in place...the tapered and slightly cropped legs were designed for them.

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