Flawless execution of the mega-pronounced ruffle, and further inspiration for your new Parisian look, Amy.
Holy uber-ruffle. She looks smashing. Although there's a little voice inside me that says men completely won't get this. Men are intimidated by large ruffles.
But who cares. I'm feeling the Parisian thing right now. Check out these Sartorialist pics for serious inspiration.
(Kate Hudson in Lanvin)
Just purchasing red tights is risky.
Then actually wearing them?
But here it is: She managed to pull off red tights. Very well, might I add! This is a rare, rare sight and I have to admit, I am impressed and inspired.
Unbelievable. This girl has some mad style....
(Jean-Charles de Castelbajac and Mareva Galanter.)
You can't deny that bright colors in the middle of January will turn heads.
This winter, everyone seems to be splashing around in their flashiest hues and adding black. Not terrible, and I know you've said this before too, but I prefer a neon-enhancement (like sunglasses, a scarf, or underlayer...) as opposed to a neon-explosion to avoid looking costume-y.
Good God. Is the over-the-top leather accenting necessary? What, the bold colors weren't enough?
Both of these looks embarrass me little. I consider this a lesson in how to wear brights: soften them by avoiding black leather.
Time for a change! This length is so lame on Nicole.
That's just gross. And she's not twelve. Lose the bow.
Arden Wohl's penchant for headwear is not going to catch on, because it's not cute.
But that said, she obviously likes it, and I like her "Screw it" attitude. Perhaps it's her signature look, like Lagerfeld's sunglasses. (Although he's earned that.) But there have always been fashionable women who embraced what felt right to them.
So I haven't met her. Maybe she wants attention. Or maybe it suits her and is perfectly reflective of her.
However, Cynthia Nellis writes a few rules about establishing a signature style:
More often than not, I applaud and admire the rule-breakers. Winter white? I'm there. But this idea of roping a decorated sash around my head is too ridiculous to admire or adopt.
Signature style works, and it's proven. Being married to the same scandalous accessory (that you design) is no Jackie O.
I adore dresses with pockets. And I worry about this just being a trend: meaning, designers might take it away!
So I called Ace Tailors at 12th and Lamar. You can easily alter back zip dresses to have pockets. $28 and up.
Add pockets to loose fitting dresses, like the one above. Don't try to add pockets to anything fitted and/or tailored to your body, that could easily go wrong.
(Above, 3.1 Phillip Lim, $340.)
The tuxedo jacket may be the hottest item on my winter must have list. Both of these styles have a modern twist on the traditional design and nail the sharp and sexy image of a woman in a tuxedo (see below for more info).
NICE find. This one is supafresh.
For a fool-proof look, pair your tuxedo jacket with a traditional white button-down and super dark high-waisted denim.
Feeling edgy? Take notes on Kate Moss:
(above: Elizabeth and James $450; below: Crispin & Basilio $490 both available at www.intermixonline.com )
You don't want your accessories to look this matched, or at least I don't. A splash of red is always interesting, but uniform accessories as done by Katherine Heigl looks uncool and overdone.
The bracelet and necklace are plastic losers anyway.
She looks a little like she's playing dress up. Yes, this is absolutely no good. You know she tried red shoes on first, too, but (thank god) came to her senses there.
Helen Schifter (in Lanvin) rocks the OTK socks we've been talking about recently. She wears it well, but still...shouldn't this outfit be on Gwen?
This is right up Gwen's alley, however these pieces are so beautiful and well put together that I think anyone could wear a version of this.
Personally, I would do a spectator pump or something of the sort. I've always been a little weary of a covered up foot inside of a strappy heel.
And by the way, I bought some at Target for about $4.
(At The Bowery Hotel)
Julianne's suit: relaxed, sexy.
Melissa George's suit (above): stiff, stuffy.
The thing about the suit is that you have to make it feminine. For instance, I would lose the shirt and tie (and if I were forced to wear a shirt I would make it very slinky).
Also, I'm not crazy about this color on her. Make it black.
A friend of mine puts magazines in hers. I think W would be perfect for these pictured! (From Faith.)
I loved this idea from above; the scarf tucked into the V-neck cardigan looks so chic and inspired.
Flawless.
Apparently this change of season is calling for collared whites and tailored blacks.
There's nothing like the occasional minimalist look to make an impression.
I like to sex up the minimalist look a little more. Jessica should have worn a size smaller top.
And Kristen needs to add accessories and cooler shoes.
Retro and dramatic:
Subdued and polished:
Natural:
And then I love red lips like this:
I like blondes in yellow.
While you should be careful with the shade, it can certainly be pretty.
Check out this blonde in yellow!
An official salute to Mr. Moser for always spicing things up.
Erin Fetherston with Chanel Iman, in her design, at the 2007 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Finalists Cocktail.
The Olsens (with Amy Winehouse) launch their line, The Row, at luxury department store Harvey Nichols.
These two look fabulous. I think one of the secrets to their edge is their low-maintenance hairstyle (both of them alike). The perfectly loose waves worn by Jessica Simpson and Eva Longoria are such a drag. Keep it simple, a little messy and a little dirty.
I couldn't agree more. You know the old saying:
The more dressed up you are, the more dressed down your hair should be.
Ok, I am a fan of color, too.
But really, let us never doubt the true power of basic black!
(Katherine McPhee, Penelope Cruz, Nicole Kidman, and Audrey.)
This isn't an ad, seriously.
Just something I believe in!
When I feel pasty and gross, I step out of the shower, moisturize, and spray this Perfection all over my face and chest. Let it sit for 20-30 seconds then dab off with a dark towel.
You'll look in the mirror later and think, "How did I all of a sudden get so hot?"
That is exactly what my Monday-morning face needed today! It is such a miracle worker, this product. It always adds the perfect glow that is extremely hard to achieve on very pale skin.
Considering brights for fall? FabSugar has some useful tips, including abstaining from brights when hungover.
I'm so happy you brought this up, are colored tights out?
I don't think so. They are still around. But I prefer grey or black.
And guys, don't forget Carla's tips on wearing brights!
(Above, Pucci.)
