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Style Staples: The High Waist Pant
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Add comment March 19, 2008
Style Staples: The Wrap Dress by Diane Von Furstenberg
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Style Staples: The Trench Coat
High-shine nylon trench is fitted through the body and puffs out near the hem for a bubbled finish. Two front pockets are styled with gathering at the top, adding to the voluminous feel. Shown in Red.
Oversized square buttons and a buckle-and-button-detail belt glam up a coat, cut for a contemporary fit. Back buttoned yoke and waist detailing add interest above an inverted pleat. Shown in White.
The classic trench at its most feminine, styled with soft front and back pleating at the sashed waist for a fit-and-flare silhouette. Sleeves fall to gathered and snapped cuffs. Shown in Beige.
Soft, wide split lapel and wider tie belt give a classic trench a touch of femininity. Fashioned in substantial-weight fabrication that mimics the supple feel of silk. Shown in Fuschia.
Contrast enamel buttons lend a retro flavor to a single-breasted trench, cut in stretch cotton sateen. Button-closure flap pockets detail the front, while double inverted pleats give fullness to the back skirt. Shown in Surf Blue.
Duchess satin lends an unusually sumptuous feel to a single-breasted trench with oversized buttons at the front and four pockets. Trapunto stitching finishes the belt for an extra flourish. Shown in Black.
All-weather trench is classic in every way yet updated with feminine pleating at the sleeves and back capelet yoke and skirt. Button-flap pockets and button-tab sleeves finish the coat. Shown in Sandstone.
Add comment February 24, 2008
The Little Red Dress: 7 Sweet Dresses To Make Your Valentine’s Heart Pump
Red One Shoulder Bubble Dress by Jovani $300.00
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Add comment February 7, 2008
Style Staples: Black, White, & Blue Classics at Club Monaco
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Add comment January 27, 2008
Style Staples: Classics for Less at Express
A menswear favorite with a little bit of sex appeal. Pair with any of our tanks for a great going-out look.
Polyester/Viscose/Spandex blend
Two-button closure
Satin lining
Adjustable back
Satin stripe details on front
Sizes: 0-12
Original: $69.50
This trendy cotton suit jacket is an essential for your work wardrobe. Pair with matching Editor Pant or pencil skirt.
Cotton/Spandex blend
One-button closure
Flap front pockets
Fold over collar
Sizes: 0-12
Original: $69.50
Look chic in our modern cotton suit jacket. Leopard lining gives great detail for this work essential. Pair with matching Editor Pant.
Cotton/Spandex blend
Two-button closure
Flap front pockets
Notch Collar
Embossed leopard lining
0-12
Original: $118.00
Create a sexy silhouette with this slimming skirt. Pair with any Essential Shirt for a day-to-night look.
Polyester/Rayon/Spandex blend
Double belt loops
Subtle pinstripes
Patent leather skinny belt
Sizes: 0-12
Original: $69.50
This slim-fitting skirt accentuates your shape for a sexy look. Pair with a trendy vest for a look perfect for day or night. Available in select stores.
Polyester/Rayon/Spandex blend
Pencil Shape
Hook-and-eye front detail
Fitted detailing
Sizes: 0-12
Original: $69.50
This seasons hot trend. Add jewelry and chunky heels for a must-have outfit.
Cotton/Polyester/Spandex blend
Three-quarter-sleeves; barrel cuffs
Wide leather elastic belt
Gold button details
Sizes: 0-12
Original: $74.50
It’s our best known, best selling, most popular pant for a reason. The Editor Pant stands for sexy style, fine fabric and a flawless fit.
Polyester/Rayon/Spandex blend
Low rise; straight through hip; flared leg
Buttons on slit back pockets; zip fly with button closure
Sizes: 0-12
Original: $69.50
Lightweight spring trench. Wear with a classic tie belt or dress up with a wide belt.
Shell: Cotton/Polyester blend, Lining: 100% Polyester
Double-breasted button up
Self-tie at waist
Hits at hip
Fold over collar
Sizes: XS-L
Original: $148.00
Introducing a longer, leaner way to wear our most popular shirt ever. In fresh new colors and a great stretch fit for slimming, all-day comfort.
Cotton/Polyester/Spandex blend
Fitted through waist
Buttons all the way up
A longer length, can be tucked in or worn out
New stitching detail
Original: $49.50
A lightweight sweater that goes anywhere. Perfect layered over any of our camisoles.
Rayon/Nylon/Spandex
Deep Vee Neck
Ribbing along neck, sleeves and waist
Hits just below the hips
Sizes: XS-L
Original: $39.50
All items available in Express stores and online at http://www.expressfashion.com/
Add comment January 20, 2008
Fashion Theory: Springs Building Blocks
Here’s a few key guidelines for updating your Spring wardrobe:
Know the Classics:
Okay, we need to regroup here. Have you ever seen someone maybe in your office, school, or wherever you spend most of your daily life, out of nowhere get a brand new wardrobe. The dramatic change is clear and you can pretty much tell that this person went on a shopping spree or binge and now has a “new look” so to speak. You may even be able to identify the designer or the retailer in which the macro of items were purchased. Perhaps it’s Calvin Klein’s new line or Club Monaco. No matter how desperately this fashion frenzy was needed you must admit this approach is pretty lame and doesn’t exactly constitute a style maven. I mean it’s pretty easy and predictable to just waltz into the nearest J Crew and shop the Spring line. Be careful not to confuse stylish clothing with stylish people. Stylish clothing is everywhere and now thanks to top designers such as Vera Wang heading to discount department store like Kohl’s stylish clothing is more accessible than ever. To actually possess style is the art of incorporating important pieces into your wardrobe which keep your entire wardrobe looking fresh and new each day.
The Audrey Hepburn classic, Breakfast at Tiffany’s continues to enchant us more than forty years later. It’s still one of my all-time favorite “pick me up” movies. A big part of the films allure has to do with Audrey’s classic wardrobe. The two chic black dresses, the belted trench, kitten heels… These clothes all look incredibly stylish today due to Givenchy’s attention to clean lines and Audrey’s effortless style and grace. Givenchy’s message of simplicity is the reason why time and time again this simple and chic classic look endures.
Classics are timeless and seasonless. Trends are on borrowed time and have low season-to-season survival rate. Chasing trend is not only exhausting and expensive, but the payoff – a fleeting moment of hipness followed by a fleeting feeling of haplessness – is not fun. That isn’t to say that trendy items don’t have their place in the wardrobe of a well-dressed woman. But they should be used in a sparingly fashion, so they complement a wardrobe of your favorite classics without overwhelming them.
The Trench Coat
I know it’s been said 1,000 and 12 times but seriously, “it’s time you get a trench…” and “… it’s time you get a good one”. In fact, I’ll up the ante on that and suggest 2; one in a neutral shade, such as black, white, navy, camel, or grey and one in one of this seasons fantastic brights – my favorites for this season are canary yellow, kelly green, and crayola blue. If you’re a little reluctant on the mileage you may get out of the yellow or green, the safest bet for color is red, which is a bright color that tends to be more classical than whimsical.
The Skirt
Style: Pencil, A-line, Flat front, Knee Length
Colors: Neutrals – Don’t recommend any brights here. Go for black, khaki, grey, brown, and white.
Avoid: Boxy styles, Stiff fabrics, pleats, wrap styles, horizontal or zany patterns.
Pumps, Kitten Heels, and Ballet Flats.
Colors: Bright pumps are actually becoming quite the stylish staple, so you can have a bit of fun in this area. Go for classic shape, but feel free to buy that red or purple pump you’ve been eyeing up.
Avoid: It’s really difficult for me to tell someone to avoid any kind of shoe. I truly believe there is a time and place for just about every shoe – particulaty if we are discussing high heels. The most supportive advice I can give in this regard is first stock up on your basics and then feel free to go on you emotional shoe buying brigade.
Cashmere:
“The cashmere sweater will always get the upgrade to first class before the jogging suit!”
Five resasons to believe in cashmere.
1. It’s timeless.
2. It’s cozy.
3. It’s elegant and expensive.
4. From scoopneck, to v-neck, to t-neck, to cardigan there is a style for every shape.
5. Oh and did I mention, “The cashmere sweater will always get the upgrade to first class before the jogging suit!” Cashmere is contagious!
Jeans:
The topic of jeans can be discussed so extensively that I wil no doubt have to leave that a topic for a latter date. However for the time being I leave you with this advice: go shopping for that perfect pair of jeans – and once you find them buy two pairs.
Other important classics:
Fitted cotton shirt
Semi-fitted suit (3 pieces – blazer, pant, and skirt)
Leggings and/or hosiery
Lingerie
Add Fun to Function: Revitalize the classics by adding
Waist Belts – This style trend is going nowhere!
Long Gloves
Jewelry – Classics and Funky
Bright Patterned Scarves
Bright Handbags
and Shoes!
Don’t be scared to:
Mix swimwear with daywear (seriously).
Mix lingerie with eveningwear.
Change the buttons or hemming on that classic black trench that you want to spice up.
Don’t be afraid to “be your own Audrey” impose your take on the classics – and project a personal sense of style and stability.
Fashion Tip:
Work one trend at a time.
For example: If you do a bright color chose a basic shape.
If you’re doing a different shape choose a neutral color.
Featured:
1. Miu Miu Leather Nappa Trench in Putty
2. Marc Jacobs Short Trench in Jungle Green
3. Rachel Roy Bella Pencil Skirt in Ivory
4. Marc by Marc Jacobs Peep-Toe Patent Pumps in Nude
5. Tory Burch Reva Elasticzed Ballet Flats in Pink
6. Michael Kors Cashmere Kimono Sweater in Sand
7. Missoni Woven Shawl Wrap in ZigZag
8. Marni Medium Balloon Tote in Yellow
All items available at http://www.net-a-porter.com/
Add comment January 15, 2008
Style Staples: The Little Black Dress (LBD)
History
Prior to the 1920s, black was reserved for periods of mourning and considered indecent when worn outside such circumstances, such as depicted in John Singer Sargent’s painting the Madame X. A widow’s mourning dress was closely observed at a time when details in fashion conveyed a sophisticated symbolic language. During the Victorian and Edwardian ages, a widow was expected to wear several stages of mourning dress for at least two years. “Deep” or “full” mourning required the woman to wear plain black clothing with absolutely no decoration for the first year and a day of mourning. The second stage lasted nine months and permitted the wearing of black silk. In “ordinary mourning” for three months, the widow could accessorize only with black ribbon, lace, embroidery, or jet jewelry. The final six months of “half-mourning” allowed the bereaved to wear muted or neutral colors: shades and tints of purple were most common.
Famous Little Black Dresses
Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany’s epitomized the Chanel ideal for wearing little black dresses, accessorized with pearls, as was frequently seen throughout the early 1960s.
Betty Boop, a cartoon character based in part on the 1920s’ “It Girl” Clara Bow, was drawn wearing a little black dress in her early films, though with Technocolor Betty’s dress became red.
Wallis Warfield Simpson, Duchess of Windsor, was known to own several little black dresses and said much in praise of the garments. One quote of the Duchess: “When a little black dress is right, there is nothing else to wear in its place.”
Edith Piaf, the French folk icon, performed in a black sheath dress throughout her career: for this habit she was nicknamed “little black sparrow.” It was thought that the dress helped audiences focus more on Piaf’s singing and less on her appearance.
Sources
Edelman, Amy Holman (1998). The Little Black Dress. Aurum. ISBN 1-85410-604-X
The Little Black Dress by Jenna Wallis
“About Fashion.” Fashion.about.com/cs/dresses/a/littleblackdres.htm. May 2006
“Sixties Fashions.” http://www.fiftiesweb.com/fashion/basic-black-dress.htm. June 2, 2006.
“Woman’s Hour Radio.” http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/womanshour/04/2006_12_thu.shtml. May 2006.
Add comment January 2, 2008
