New Styles in Fashion
Everyone loves being in ‘the know’ on all things fashion, right? Read Style Bust’s fashion posts to find out what we see happening in the fashion industry from multiple viewpoints. We have ten guest bloggers dedicated to bringing our readers that latest fashion news from different parts of the globe!
Simply Fall Fashion
14 years ago
I love everything about Fall fashion…the layering, the cozy sweaters, boots, scarves and black! As Fall approaches, I’ve been studying and preparing myself on what trends I can expect to be seeing and what trends I can’t wait to wear!
The looks that are catching my eye, are the minimal-looking and low key trends (the Row, Chloe and Marc Jacobs), I especially love the soft muted tones, like fern green, camel and even white! Yes, this pretty much contradicts everything that I love about Fall…but I’m excited to try something new! One of the great things about the Fall color palette, is that it will transition into Spring (and all of the colors work well with black…just in case I’m out of my comfort zone)!
Below is my take on this muted, minimal Fall trend!
This is an easy look to achieve (if you don’t wear white after Labor Day…opt for a black trouser). Keep the overall look clean and simple…Fall is going to be a season of simple elegance! And don’t forget the Chanel Khaki collection nail polish!
Style Icon: Drew Barrymore
14 years ago
For some time now, I’ve been paying attention to Drew Barrymore’s style. Sure, she’s worn some questionable outfits, but for the most part her look this year has been casual, and always cool!
Drew’s overall style is effortlessly chic…you can tell she dresses to fit her personality, because she’s always so confident (even when she is channeling the 80’s)!
Keep and eye out for Drew Barrymore this month…with her new movie Going the Distance, you’ll see her all over celebrity magazines and late night talk shows. Pay attention to her style…I think you’ll like what you see!
Will Skinnies Become Obsolete?
14 years ago
Skinny jeans have become a denim phenomenon to hit the fashion industry. Skinny or tapered jeans were popularized by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley, and more. Five decades later, the style has become the standard of denim, with people of all shapes, sizes, and preferences sporting these jeans. They’ve been a favorite hit among hipsters, indie rockers, women and men of all ages, children, etc. In addition to the range of fans, the particular style has proven to be incredibly versatile. Whether one is tucking them into boots, wearing them under dresses or with long blouses, or indulging in jeggings, one cannot possibly refute the power of these jeans. In fact, nearly every well-known denim designer has designed an array of skinnies: black, white, leopard, zippered, lace, you name it! And nearly every retail establishment that carries denim has at least one style of the skinny jean.
Sienna Miller in Current Elliot Jeggings
Close Denim Spring/Summer 2010
Kate Moss Topshop jeans
While this particular style remains hot, there’s some undeniable competition with other denim styles: wide leg, boyfriend, straight leg, etc. In speaking with several fashionistas, including a hip designer for a renowned denim line, they’ve all agreed–“We’re bored with skinnies!” Just as trends come and go, one definitely wonders, “Will skinnies last? If so, for how long?” While I have been a fairly strong advocate for the dissemination of the skinny jean–I did work for a denim designer after all–I have always questioned this particular style, like many trends. I, too, have wondered if the novelty will wear off.
In all honesty, there’s something refreshing about seeing someone sport a pair of comfortable, worn-in, unglamorous jeans.
The Swede Life from Stockholm Fashion Week
14 years ago
Fashion Weeks around the world are about to begin! Which means, we’re about to see what we’ll be wearing next Spring!
Carin Wester (an amazing Swedish designer), stepped outside the box a little for her Spring/Summer 2011 collection. Instead of women wearing menswear…the male models walked down the runway wearing womenswear inspired pieces! Yes, a little odd…but the male models looked pretty cool with their lace bed coats, shirts and belts!
I would wear all of the outfits above…just add a slouchy tank underneath, a pair of wedges and I’ll be set for Spring!
Not only did I love Carin Wester’s menswear, there are a few pieces of note in her women’s collection too. And check out the shoes…she knows how to do a great shoe (remember the Klea boots from last Fall?).
Stockholm’s Fashion week (which was August 16-22), showcased 25 designers over a 3 day period. A few local Stockholm designers worth checking out: Whyred; Filippa K; and Nakkna.
I can’t wait to see what my favorite designers have up their sleeves for Spring 2011!
Fur Real.
14 years ago
It may be hated by members of animal rights groups but it loved by the rich and famous; fur is making a big comeback on the runway! Although some may argue that it never really left the lap of luxury, it certainly has never been so big with the middle class and ballers on a budget alike.
With the improvement of faux fur, it is easier than ever to give the illusion of grandeur. I found a knee length faux leopard print coat at the Value Village on Capitol Hill for only $14! I was blown away. Last winter H&M also had a few of really nice faux fur stoles and vests that were beyond affordable. It can be a little cheesy but I think when done right, a faux fur stole can be cute.
I was Freddy Mercury for Halloween and wore my faux stole.
And if you’re hustlin’ enough to be able to buy the real thing, go for it! Unless you have hang ups about it, that is. Sometimes, If you search hard enough, you can find the real thing in vintage shops or thrift stores. My friend found a real rabbit fur vest at Value Village for around $28. I also tried to heckle a mink stole out of the hands of a crazy old woman at the goodwill bins (who was going to give it to her cat!!!) but with little luck. I probably would’ve paid like 70 cents for it.
This fall, fur is a staple no matter what the look is, and for good reason. It isn’t only luxurious but practical too. Nothing keeps the chill away like the hide of an animal (or the fibers of a fake one)!
The old is new again
14 years ago
We’re all aware that fashion tends to repeat itself. Just take a good look at what we’re seeing on the runways now and if you search hard enough…you will find that a lot of the current trends have been inspired by retro or vintage looks!
Below, is a John French photograph that caught my eye (he was a well-known English fashion photographer in the late 40’s).
Obviously, you can tell this photo is dated. But looking at this photo, made me think of some trends I’ve seen on the runways this year. For example: the long side braid (Alexander Wang and Miu Miu); the curve hugging silhouettes (Dolce & Gabbana and Nina Ricci); and even a crochet top (Rodarte).
Rebecca Taylor, Donna Karan, Miu Miu, Oscar de la Renta, Aquilando Rimondi
All of the looks above are from Spring 2010 runway shows…and as you can see, they resemble the black and white photograph from the 60’s…but with a modern twist!
Fashion trends tend to be recycled every 50 years, so it makes sense that we’re now seeing trends from the 60’s and 70’s pop-up all over the runways!
This week in fashion
14 years ago
Another week has passed, which means more personal style posts from some of my favorite bloggers!
1. Facehunter, 2. Late Afternoon, 3. Refinery29 (photo styled by What I Wore), 4. The Streethearts
This week I’m loving the cozy layers and the colors that these fashionista’s incorporated into their simple ensembles! It is summer after-all (although it may not feel like it here in San Francisco)…there’s no need to wear dark colors just because the weather isn’t perfect!
Baby Gap Makes Skinny Jeans
14 years ago
I was watching the Colbert Report the other night, and Steven had a little segment about skinny jeans…mainly that Baby Gap has introduced a line of skinny jeans for toddler girls. At first I was thinking this is crazy stupid, and what next, a line of thong undies at Baby Gap Body? Back to the skinny jeans, I mean toddlers don’t have nice enough legs to be wearing tight jeans (no offense toddlers). Secondly, skinny jeans would really restrict toddlers movement, right? Then I thought about the alternatives in kids fashion, and though I’ve covered a few attractive children’s collections on Style Bust, but good kids fashion is like finding a needle in a haystack – and it really shouldn’t be this way.
So I fully support baby Gaps decision to produce skinny jeans for girl toddlers. I would just recommend that the mommy’s out there buy the jeans one size too large, that way the girls first get to rock the hip-hop look (also get them some Dunks to pair with the jeans to complete this hip-hop look), then, once the pants get a little tighter you can pair the pants with wedges (not! I’m totally against girl toddlers wearing any type of heels, ew! and baby high heels…don’t even go there).
