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Milan fashion week: takeaway #1
Takeaway #1 from Milan Fashion Week = leather….everywhere! Find your leather skirt/dress/pants/top and rock it everywhere!
2020/02/24
Takeaway #1 from Milan Fashion Week = leather….everywhere! Find your leather skirt/dress/pants/top and rock it everywhere!
Love leather! So that this fall leather dresses are everywhere is everything…..you can do full-on leather or opt for the vegan-friendly PU options. A simple PU option from asos will keep you looking slick but I’m loving this ready-for-work tie-waist midi dress. If you’re ready to party then a short-but-chic suede mini will keep you on the dance floor. That said, my favorite for this season is this Kooples little bit of leather short dress that can dress up a touch but also
So simply put – all leather is not created equally! To keep this education simple, there are four types of leather: Top grain Full grain Split/genuine leather Bonded leather Top grain leather just means its been corrected in some way. Any leather with the entire grain intact (and not corrected) is called full grain and is typically your most expensive leather. Leather that has been split from the grain and is the bottom part of the leather is called split
For day four, the fabric care is focusing on leather…one of the most prevalent fabrics, one of the most luxe, and one of the hardest to care for properly! Here’s how…. Vacuum or dust furniture regularly Use leather conditioner every six months for shine To remove water-based stains, use a cloth dampened with lukewarm water Don’t use soap since the ring will be more noticeable To remove oil-based stains, wipe with dry cloth dampened with distilled water!
You know ASOS, right? It’s a global online fashion and beauty retailer for men and women. Their target market is the 20s and early 30s so it may not resonate immediately with some of you but it’s always worth a peek. Style note: as it is based in the UK and given it’s target market, my recommendation will always be to size up one to two sizes depending on the give of the garment and the styling!! That said, they
Make no mistake, I’m in love with leather (and navy blue). Both are classics but leather let’s you kick it up a notch – BAM!! And this dress is the perfect mix of ladylike, professional, and uh-oh-I’m-taking-it-there! The color makes it even more work-friendly… And for a mere $254 (size up one to two sizes), it will be a piece you will keep for seasons to come!
Walk a fine line between summer and fall with warm weather leather… Our recommendation is something buttery smooth like this off white leather sweatshirt it’s off white so perfect for now and fall it’s leather so it’s on-trend the shape is generous enough to work for the more buxom or willowy frames the styling makes it workable with a short, full mini skirt or even with denim Here’s my outfit for this look (perhaps even for #NYFW): leather sweatshirt, $240
Last week we talked about the history of leather and this week {still focused on an easy transition into fall}, I want you to know the essentials of luxury leather. First off, I give 100% credit to ahalife for providing this information. Sharing it with you just makes you more educated and savvy when you start looking… leather and components selection ~ to make a high quality piece, you need to start with high quality hides pattern making ~ nailing
Don’t act like you don’t know that I’m a hug fan of leather {or that I didn’t collaborate on a collection of leather goods earlier this year}. But before you can develop a true love for leather, at least know the history of leather! Leather went from being used to protect us from the elements to supplying us with footwear and handbags not to mention meat! Approximately half of all leather produced today is used to make shoes, and about
Do you own sequins? I do (now)! Have you ever wondered whether you can wear sequins during the day? and if you could, how? The rules on traditional eveningwear have recently gone out the window and it’s a daytime free-for-all. I’ve spent many a hour creating an “outfit” around sequins. I used to think they were gauche and something my older aunt would wear to her 25th class reunion until I was doing some client shopping and found this sequin
Lately, I’ve been pausing on any page or sighting of leather – and no, I’m not succumbing to my inner vixen. The leather I’ve been craving has been in the form of leggings (nothing new) and peplum tops. They are so dang expensive though….DVF has one for $600, 3.1 Philip Lim has a long sleeve version for $1,350, and the list goes on. They’re still not cheap but I found two worthy of possible consideration by Timo Weiland and Elizabeth
Leather is running rampant this season and to keep it sleek and feminine, the runways and concrete walkways are sporting dresses! I’ve combed the ‘net for some fabulous options that will accentuate your curves, create instant edginess, purrrr sexy, and still be wearable for girls night, a museum event, or even dinner with your sweetheart. Not to be insensitive to our vegan-friendly crowd, I uncovered two faux leather gems that even I wouldn’t mind sliding into: Karl Dahli faux leather
Some colors seem like they just won’t mesh well together, and navy with brown might just be one of them… until now! Let us show you how to incorporate these two colors into one stylish ensemble that will have you looking professional and chic for the office while still looking undeniably eye-catching for happy hour cocktails after a long day of fabulousness! By pairing together a standout animal-print bow blouse with a chic pencil skirt, finished off with brown or caramel-hued
The Navajo tribe owns a variety of trademarks on the term “Navajo,” including one covering clothing. Last month Urban Outfitters got in a bit of trouble creating 21 products with the term “Navajo” in them….everything has since been renamed. However, Forever 21, is trying to push the limit as they have items similarly named with the word “Navajo” but haven’t changed any. Sounds like they’re talking a walk on the wrong side of intellectual property law! (see picture below) Sometimes it’s easier for
Perfect with any fall outfit, leather outerwear always provides great abng-for-the-buck! A blazer is an easy way to spice up jeans and a tee, or monochromatic black especially during cooler weather This is a little pricey but nothing provides curated style and edginess faster than a leather dress Because of the ponte fabric, this dress works for a less conservative work environment as well as after-work fun. This dress by Alberta Ferretti is a less pricey but
Blueprint for Style got selected as one of the Top 9 for DailyBuzzStyle‘s Lovely Leather post. Check it all 9: my two favorites are Fashionista‘s post about Pierre Balmain’s new lower priced collection and Manolos and Martini’s look at the leather dress trend.
Biker chic meets demure lady — is it possible? Of course, it just depends how far to one side or the other you wanna go. I like this look because it takes a ladylike lace top and edgy faux leather jacket by Velvet; and offers a Friday business casual look (with straight leg black pants) or Saturday ladies night out (with a mini or leather leggings)! Velvet’s Leather & Lace
This season, I am lusting after just about anything with leather and this leather sleeve blazer by DSquared2 is no different. The notch collar, flap pockets and puffy shoulders make this a savvy selection for date night, an after-hours business meeting, or a Saturday late afternoon museum walk. Do you love it….or what? If the $1,995 price point is too much, don’t worry because Robert Rodriguez makes a similar perforated leather sleeve blazer for much less ($594). DSquared2 Leather Sleeve
Preen chiffon dress, $1,125 Bottega Veneta leather dress, $1,800 J Crew leather top, $495 Vince quilted leather jacket, $935 Reed Krakoff wrap around skirt, $1,790 Vince leather skirt, $545 Notify leather pants, $925 Sandro leather pants, $710 Tibi leather shorts, $550 Leather will be seen everywhere this upcoming fall, from shift dresses and a-line skirts to leather-trim coats and tees. It’s no secret that the classic leather jacket has become a popular essential addition to most wardrobes over the last
StyleBop showed a great collage of the lambskin leather that I am loving for this fall…click the pic to shop!
A week’s worth of fashion, faux pas, follies, fabulosity, finds, forgettables, regrettables, and the like…… Loving Leather: Right now any/everything leather is HOT! Make it work for you with a pair of mid-calf leather boots for an uptown chic feel, a leather cuff (pssst we’ll be giving one away this week) for some added edginess, or go all out with an asymmetrical leather bomber. Dress for Your Body: Recognize that not every item was made for you….even if it comes in your
A week’s worth of fashion, faux pas, follies, fabulousity, finds, forgetables, regretables, and the like… Spring Showers: be prepared with a fun-loving rain hat, well-fitted trench & whimsical umbrella Shade of Blue: beyond DC power-suit-blue, there are tons of shades; find one and add it to your closet Stay Warm & Be Cool: a light sweater for layering, a long scarf around the neck or a blazer to go both ways (dress up, casual down) See. Do. Be. Stylish.
I’m a fan of leather jackets (and I’m sure I’ve mentioned this on more than one occasion….remember I have one that has covered at least 100K miles?!). Anyway, I digress…. Swirl by Daily Candy is having a sale on leatherwear designer, Lyndsey Butler‘s goods called Veda….and might I say, she has nailed this ‘tough chic’ feel in her jackets. There are 11 different styles with prices ranging from $179 – $399. Please click and check them out — the one pictured is
Although not a full-fledged style icon, Tory Burch provided some serious insight into leather jackets this season….and going forward. I own an old school leather jacket and it’s seen more miles and countries than most people — it’s versatile (perfect for layering during shoulder seasons, and great over a heavy sweater when it’s a bit colder). Why do you love leather jackets? A leather jacket epitomizes cool style but is so versatile. [A Richard Jacket (pictured) can be worn on the
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