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!

Style Spotlight: JGL

If you read this blog regularly, you probably remember seeing a couple posts about Joseph Gordon Levitt. He was my first TV show crush (when he was on 3rd Rock from the Sun), and remains a solid crush today.  I forget he first appeared on the big screen in A River Runs Through It in 1992 (my aunt was also in this movie). He received the Young Artist Awards for “Best Actor Under Ten” for this work. Good job lil’ JGL!

Not only is Joseph Gordon Levitt a good looking actor, he also has mad style. He wears suits that work well for his body type and dresses up better than a lot of other red carpet regulars. His vests always catch my eye (I love a man in a good vest).

To get Joseph Gordon Levitt’s look, aim to find a balance of polished and casual. Grab a structured blazer, layer it over a button up shirt, straight leg trousers (or jeans), and finish with a key accessory.

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Summer sandals: a perfect pair for every foot

We all know that women come in all shapes and sizes – and so do our feet (something not many of us think about when shopping for shoes).  I mean, we wear clothing that flatters our figures – so why not wear a sandal this summer that flatters our perfectly polished piggies?

As the days get warmer, we’re seeing some of this seasons best sandals.  But just because the sandal is cute – it doesn’t mean that they will look good on every foot.  Here’s a little guide to help you find the perfect summer sandal that will draw some attention (the good kind) to your feet.

Large feet (above size 10): Black and other dark colors have the same effect below the ankles as above.  Find a sandal with maximum coverage (i.e. thick straps), your feet will appear daintier.

Thick ankles: Avoid sandals that draw attention to the ankle – they will make your legs appear very short.  Instead, opt for a pair of sling backs or a sandal that shows off the arch of your foot.

Wide feet: Try a sandal with thick straps that fit comfortably across the foot.  A wedge sandal is perfect for “elongating” the foot.

Small ankles: Show off those thin ankles with Grecian style sandals.  Look for a sandal with multiple ankle straps in metallics or bold hues.

Long toes: Stay away from “thong” type sandals – long toes will usually end up hanging over the edge.  Instead, try a peep toe sandal or a sandal with multiple straps near the toe area.

Small feet (size 6 or smaller): Draw some attention to those tiny feet.  Opt for gemstone encrusted sandals or a sandal with a graphic print.  Loud shoes are made for you.

Check out websites like Zappos or DSW for a huge selection of sandals – you can search by width or size to narrow down your search.

4th Of July Sales At Major Network TV Stores

4th of July sales aren’t just for department stores, big box stores, and specialty clothing boutiques. Nowadays the biggest names in Network TV offer deals this time of year too. Get discounts on complete seasons of television on DVD, shirts, TV show themed games, and gifts.

Here are some of the top sales:
CBS Store: Celebrate 236 years for freedom with 17.76% Off! Use code JULY4TH.
Fox Shop: Over 60% Off Your Favorite Show Merchandise!
FX Store: Two Shirts for $44 and Up To 27% Off. Use code AMERICA.
HBO Store: 20% Off. Use code JULY4TH.
History Channel Store: 20% Off. Use code 20JULY4. 20% off applies to all merchandise purchased on the History Channel Store as well as A&E Store, Lifetime Store, and Biography Channel Store.
Showtime Store: 20% Off. Use code JULY4.

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Summer fashion inspired by the big screen

I’m a huge fan of Wes Anderson films – who doesn’t love Rushmore, The Royal Tenenbaums, The Life Aquatic (to name a few), and his cast of familiar faces like Jason Shwartzman, Billy Murray, and Anjelica Huston.

Mr. Anderson is at it again with his latest film, Moonrise Kingdom, a beautifully filmed tale of outsiders and puppy love that takes place in the 1960’s.

I love so many things about this movie – from the grainy/vintage Polaroid look throughout the film to the perfectly polished 1960’s fashion. Knee high stockings and saddle shoes may not be something I’d like to see an adult wearing but the pastel hues and shift dresses worn throughout Moonrise Kingdom have a summertime appeal to them. I’ve created a few “lady-like” looks inspired by Moonrise Kingdom that are perfect for Summer 2012.

Check out Moonrise Kingdom at a theater near you – and feel free to take some fashion notes from the ever-so-fashionable 12 year old, Suzy Bishop!

Lush Clothing Spring/Summer 2012 Lookbook

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LUSH features fashion bloggers Rachel from That’s Chic and Julie from Sincerely Jules in its SS12 lookbook. Rachel is known for her bohemian style and use of color, while Julie is passionate about the latest beauty trends and anything street style related. Together both give Lush’s latest collection that extra kick.

 Established in 2003 in Los Angeles, Lush has quickly become a favorite brand for young women. Lush’s mission is to clothe women who want to look cute, yet sexy. That’s why they strive to create designs that are both pleasing to eye.
With their amazing price points and edgy, fashion forward styles they have created a brand that has taken the fashion world by storm. Bonus: All pieces are made in the US. Retailers carrying LUSH include Nordstrom, Urban Outfitters, Lulu’s, and Tobi.
Here are a couple of our favorite pieces.
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Hot Pink Skin Deep Trousers $50.
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White Lace Cut Out Dress $50.
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Navy/White Block Blazer $85.
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Purple Animal Print Throw Over $44.

Everly Clothing Presents: Spring/Summer 2012 Lookbook

Sisters Fabiana and Adriana Oh created Everly, a young contemporary clothing line that blends the simplicity of the modern girl with a hint of vintage. The collection was inspired by their love for flea markets, the idea of giving new life to something old, and most importantly their friendship.

Pieces are priced between $35-$86 and can be found at ShopSosie, Tobi, Lulus, and Kitson. All pieces are also all made in U.S.A.
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Inspirare Fashion Design Contest Winner & Judge Favs!

Social networking site, Inspirare.com, launched in April with the goal to help emerging designers get exposure and launch their design careers.

How it works: Fashion designers create an online portfolio on Inspirare.com where they upload fashion sketches and images of the finished designs. Inspirare users browse through portfolios and vote on their favorite designs. The most popular designs that are approved by the Inspirare team will be produced and sold exclusively on Inspirare.com. Inspirare provides 100% funding and share generous royalty with designers.

Fashion designers are encouraged to continuously add new designs to their portfolios as Inspirare will produce the best items from portfolios regularly and sell them at the Inspirare Shop (scheduled to launch in September).

The site launched with a fashion design competition, which closed in May. There were over 150 submissions from 23 countries for the competition.

After intense deliberation, the Inspirare team and their judging panel (which I was part of!!) agreed on the winning design. Fashion designer Alejandra de Coss of Puebla, Mexico won the competition for her design, Miss Marble. Inspirare.com will produce the dress and sell it exclusively on their eCommerce store. Designer Alejandra de Coss will receive 20% royalty on the sales.

Inspirare’s fashion director, Kate Blank, has this to say about the Miss Marble dress,

You can see this dress is a nod to several trends such as peplums, cutouts and sheer paneling; but it’s exploring them in a unique way. The dress offers both an interesting print and a two tone colorway allowing us to see it’s versatility and well placed design lines. I also really love the presentation of her fashion illustration. All the images in this design submission are visually interesting and serve a purpose. I think the Miss Marble dress will be a piece that many different women will lust after as it’s a perfect party or event dress.

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I fell in love with Texas based Crowned Bird’s Pipit Pencil Shirt. I think the Pipit Pencil Skirt print is so original, yet so commercial. The cut will be flattering for many body types and the length is just right. As soon as this skirt is worn on the streets it’s going to be a quick hit!

Pipit Pencil Skirt by Crowned Bird scored high enough by the judges that it may be considered for production by Inspirare.com. I really hope it gets produced because I’m totally going to buy it!

Inspirare Judge, Lorraine Sander’s, of SF Indie Fashion, Digital Style Digest, and San Francisco Chronicle column Style Btyes favored Anca Miron’s design RDVB. Lorraine says,

The multi-wear possibilities of this design immediately got my attention. While it’s an urbane look that would most likely appeal to a customer who already loves to take risks with fashion, there’s a great deal of versatility in the cut and shape of the garments. They could fit in as easily on the streets of Stockholm as they could in New York or Tokyo. The creativity in the construction, versatility and global appeal made this look stand out.

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RDVB by Anca Miron scored high enough by the judges that it may be considered for production by Inspirare.com.

Academy of Art University Style Coordinator and Inspirare Judge, Flore Morton, is a fan of Denis Predescu’s Pink Architecture dress. Flore says,

The dress is urban but sophisticated. The construction is very architectural, and is perfectly executed. The choice of fabrics and colors is modern, and gives a new spin on color blocking. The garment proposes a true personal vision from the designer. The photo shoot communicates a good taste level and a simplicity that balances well the dressy garment. I regret that the 2D drawing is not as strong as the dress itself.

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Pink Architecture by Denis Predescu scored high enough by the judges that it may be considered for production by Inspirare.com.

All designs submitted to Inspirare.com can be viewed within the Discover section of the site.

Resort Wear 2013 for the masses

I have to admit, I had never really paid much attention to Resort Wear collections in the past.  I guess I didn’t see the point – I just thought of Resort Wear as a fantasy collection or kaftans and bathing suits – not something that people actually wear on a daily basis.

But for the past couple of weeks, I have been really excited to open my inbox to see all sorts of great fashion coming from the 2013 Resort Wear collections.  Maybe it’s the plethora of designers that have jumped on the Resort Wear bandwagon or maybe it’s because I’m realizing that this so-called in-between season, is the perfect amount of fashion (nothing too over the top and for the most part, quite wearable).  But whatever it is, I am now a fan of Resort Wear fashion and can see myself incorporating some of these trends into my wardrobe.

10 Crosby by Derek Lam, Suno, Honor, Jason Wu, Michael Kors, The Row

I love the versatility of this seasons Resort Wear collections – lots of stripes, plaids, and tailored pieces – all which can translate to either a Spring or Fall wardrobe.

Here are a few looks that I created using Polyvore – they are perfect for Summer 2012, yet have a Resort Wear twist.

 

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