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10/31/2012

In Fashion

10/31/2012

StyleNotes - Accessories - Going for the Bold

Taylor Thomasi Hill - Artistic Director, Moda Operandi | coolspotters.com
All Accessories | forever21.com

During the fashion show seasons, streetstyle becomes a sport. Many of the fashion magazine editors, fashion bloggers and important retail buyers have become celebrities just by dressing right and playing to the camera.
In each instance you find that accessories play a major role in how the fashion look is put together. Granted, each player has their own personal aesthetic, be it quirky, casual or rock and roll. The "style" is the end result you see.
I have always loved accessories, the quirkier, the better and they do not have to cost a fortune. It's being fearless and bold when putting the accessories together.

10/24/2012

In Fashion

10/24/2012

StyleNotes - Boxtops

Vogue Knitting, Fall 2011 | vogueknitting.com

This style is extremely comfortable to wear as well as flattering to most figure types. The large square top balances the lean legging and skinny jean shape, can be dressy or very casual depending on the yarn and style. Stores are stocking a variety of styles for fall, from very fine knits to heavier cable knits as well as metallic knits with sequins.
Around the holiday season, velvet leggings, a metallic square top, ballet slippers, great earrings or necklace and you're set to party .

8/27/2012

Trendspotting - Colour

8/27/2012

Trendspotting - Colour Burgundy

Burgundy has to be one of the richest colours in fashion, especially when it is a dark wine or bordeaux. Of course friends may attribute this not so much to my love of fashion, but to my liking the flowing kind of wine.
Nina Garcia ( judge on "Project Runway" and high muckety muck at Marie Claire ) has declared burgundy the new black. So, whether I'm wearing the colour or admiring it in a glass, it is the "it" colour for fall.

Source: - jeans topshop.com, ballet flats clarksusa.com, handbag zara.com, top topshop.com nail lacquer sephora.com top yarn Lang Yarn bottom yarn Rowan Tweed Yarn
Streetstyle Source: - top The Platform, middle My Daily Style, bottom The Shady Side

8/21/2012

Trendspotting - It's a Wrap

8/21/2012

Trenspotting - It's a Wrap

Source: - stylebistro.com

I've always found scarves and wraps to be an important accessory. Although they can be an afterthought and thrown on to keep out the cold, a scarf can transform your entire look. They are warm and comfortable, stylish and beautiful.
So many colours and textures are available and tempting to inspire you this fall. Long and wide, the scarf or wrap covers your coat. What's even better, these wonderful scarves can be knit, crocheted or sewn and are the perfect first project for beginners.

8/11/2012

Style Notes - It's in the Details - Pt 2

8/11/2012

Style Notes - It's in the Details - Pt2

Source: Alexander McQueen - matchesfashion.com

8/10/2012

Style Notes - Pocket It

8/10/2012

Style Notes - Pocket It

Source: all images

Pockets are the best. Whenever I was put in an unfamiliar situation such as meeting someone new or at a party where you didn't know a soul, pockets were there to comfort you. You had somewhere to put your hands, become relaxed and feel at ease.
Whenever I'm shopping, it's inevitable that my eye is drawn to clothing designs that have some interesting pocket detail. Pockets can transform a garment from being plain into something quite special.
The great thing is you can totally refresh an older shirt, jacket, skirt or any clothing, easily, by adding a pocket or two. Take a look at more different ideas for inspiration after the jump...