Layering
Fall 2009 New York Trend Report: Black Turtlenecks Under Color
feature · February 23, 2009 · 0 Comments
Escada Fall 2009
The Escada Fall 2009 collection, designed by Damiano Biella, was inspired by legendary opera singer Maria Callas. As WWD points out, this led to plenty of dramatic flair. Our favorite aspect of the collection is the trim layering which adds dimension and shape to the outfits. Above, the technique applied to both day and nighttime looks.
Spring Trend Report: Layered Tank Dresses
Whether it's just one simple sheath or many, this spring we'll be seeing a lot of layered tank dresses. These dresses make for great everyday wear as they will keep you cool and breezy. Pair them with this season's flat statement sandals and you're set.
Inspired By Vera Wang Spring 2009: Layering Organza
spread, feature · December 17, 2008 · 2 Comments
Clockwise from top left: Vera Wang Spring 2009 runway, Vera Wang Spring 2009 runway, Plastic Island Pintucked Blouse $176 @ Nordstrom, Skirt (was $660) $330 @ Marni, Zac Posen Houndstooth Organza Blouse (was $700) $420 @ eLuxury
Fall Shopping: The Colored Cardigan
There's nothing better to brighten a wardrobe or liven up an outfit than a solid colored cardigan--As far as we're concerned, this piece of advice never goes out of style. Keep a few pop colors in your closet and you'll see how anything--from a worn-in vintage t-shirt, to a black and white striped tunic, can be seen in a different light. If you feel like your outfit is too safe, this never fails as the finishing touch that can make all the difference. Find a style you like and, by all means, stock up in every color.
Opulence Covers Nudity in Balenciaga Spring 2009
feature · October 1, 2008 · 0 Comments
The Spring 2009 collection by Nicolas Ghesquiere for Balenciaga concentrated on light as a theme and so we saw interesting examples of opacity and iridescence, making his signature tailoring all the better. To be honest our first thought was that it called up Prada Fall 08. In the Balenciaga collection nude and neutral sheaths cover the body (hands and feet even) and then, in many cases, an opulent layer is added over the opaque base. In Prada Fall 08 the lace pieces were layered over nude and white collars and cuffs (and undergarments) that covered the body. It's the same principle really. A nude/neutral opaque covering on the body (a simulation of nudity but more strict) and, over top, a fashion piece--a glittering or lacy or otherwise opulent garment. For more on the nude underpinnings, check out Maison Martin Margiela Spring 2009. There's a trend gaining momentum here, and it isn't of the mass market variety...but we're sure H&M will find a way.
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