Leather is the least likely textile to go hand-in-hand with spring, but this season, designers decided to play up on this abstract movement, enforcing the truthful motto, “opposites attract.” It has been believed that leather is only acceptable and manageable during the cooler months, primarily featured in Fall/Winter collections. There are two key points to […]
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Us west coasters have a laid back persona and it reflects in our style. Given the mild, yet tempestuous climate of the Pacific Northwest – the sun is out one minute, and it’s raining the next – layering is key. We generally combine function and form for durability (you never know where you’ll […]
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With SXSW kicking off the festival circuit this past week in Austin and Coachella’s double-header festivities a few weeks away, it’s time to start thinking about festival season. Depending on where you’re headed, the weather can be slightly tumultuous: sunny days and chilly nights in the Gorge at Sasquatch, blistering heat in Palm Springs at […]
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Miuccia Prada’s womenswear collection for Autumn Winter 2013 captured the designer’s vision of “raw elegance” through disheveled glamour. Models strutted down the runways, hair unkempt and lips rouged, to a Hitchcock Heroine film noir music motif. The look juxtaposes high and low elements, where vintage silk slips pair effortlessly under tailored coats and luxe furs. […]
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It’s no coincidence that countless of-the-moment designers reinvent themselves by going back to basics: take Raf Simons, the master of minimalism who recently landed Dior; Alexander Wang, who defined New York street style by way of basic T-Shirts, succeeding Nicolas Ghesquière at Balenciaga; or Phoebe Philo, a woman who singlehandedly redefined power accessories for alpha […]
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As the cool breath of winter tickles our necks and it becomes time to really layer up for the weather, you may not even consider the versatile look of a vest. Truth be told, vests are a very adaptable piece to incorporate into any wardrobe and can be worn with several different outfits. Try layering […]
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Take a cue from the Rodarte sisters this season and add a little faux Sherpa to your winter attire. For fall/winter 2012, the American duo showcased unexpected elements of shearling on coats and sweaters, mixed in with maxi skirts and rough knits, for a rugged, yet romantic aesthetic inspired by Baz Luhrmann’s, Australia. To channel […]
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Over the Spring 2013 Fashion Weeks, the Russian fashion elite, deemed by the New York Times as the ‘Russian Fashion Pack’, dominated street-style blogs due to their opulent ensembles and zany choices – think wild prints, brocade, fur, jewels, hair accessories and killer shoes. The look has already transpired well into fall, see our post […]
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Saddle up and prepare to wrangle pure style in this summer trend as designers’ global travels and inspiration will have you channeling the wild wild west. To find your inner cowgirl cool, look no further than the collections of Marc Jacobs, Isabel Marant and Thakoon where their pairings held […]
Read moreMenswear was one of the biggest trends for women in 2010 and it looks as though the androgynous look is here to stay for 2012. There’s a time for flirty, feminine dressing, but lately we’re intrigued by gutsy girls who can pull off those pieces that are borrowed from the boys. It doesn’t mean sacrificing […]
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