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Fall Trends

It’s All In The Outerwear

Oftentimes, our outfit cannot be as fabulous as we’d like. In those instances, we recommend you focus on the outerwear because a great coat can definitely get you in the door so we teamed up with Ideeli to give away Desigual’s “White Coat” (retail cost $194) to one winner of our choosing. It can be you!! The black and white color combination is everywhere this season and the pattern turns this into a statement piece for everyday. The designer is Desigual.

2012/09/20

Fall Trends

A/W 2012 Trend: Precious Coats

We all need a coat for winter (unless you reside in Florida or Arizona). Technically your coat from last year should work just fine but if you want to be on-trend, then go for outerwear that offers a bit of embellishment that may be slightly more than you want for a daytime look, or an asymmetrical hemline. What I love and hate about this trend: (+) The coat would work for your evening affairs as well given it’s slightly dressier

2012/07/30

Men's Matters

It’s That Time of Month…

What were you thinking?! April is the month to purchase rain gear. Move quickly before April showers are gone, sunshine is hear, and prices go up along with the mercury! go high-end with Burberry London go with fun colors by Helene Berman get edgy with black leather by Romwe go classic with J.Crew go all-out and throw caution to the wind with Dsquared2 Either way, hop to it and search for what you love. Guys we didn’t forget about you

2012/04/21

Outerwear

Styling Tip: Boyfriend Coat

Jenna Lyons {J Crew Creative Director} does this right. The relaxed fit of Lyons’ oversized Celine overcoat is simple and clean yet polished, and the result is a professional yet stylish ensemble. To rock this look, grab Zara‘s Male Vigore Coat ($100), Acne‘s Smith Honey Wool Coat ($519), or Isabella Oliver‘s Satin Detail City Coat ($225)!

2012/03/05

Outerwear

Drop Bigger Bucks For Bigger Versatility

As trench coats go, this is right in the high middle at $570 but we know lots of great options can be found for less. However, what makes us give this one special consideration: It’s a three-in-one coat/vest/capelet The wheat/tan color make it reliably neutral The contrast between the capelet and the cotton jacket create more interest than your average trench It has lots of little design details like flap hip pockets Did we mention this becomes your go-to travel

2012/01/25

New Year’s Resolution #5: Stay Warm

This Maxmara puffer coat is perfect if your everyday life requires real time outdoors ~ whether walking across campus, trotting to the metro, or picking up kids (or running around to get them). It’s easily weekend casually curated with rugged tall boots and a polo neck sweater, but works to get to work if you’re interested in staying warm. I am! Available at Matches Fashion, $276 %RELATEDPOSTS%

2012/01/04

Nothing Extra About This Surplus Vest

I have a new appreciation for vests. This Old Navy surplus vest is great because it’s going to work great with my Scala Pronto Cool Swinger Hat (in olive) and all of my big sweaters as layering. And at $23, it’s a no-brainer. Any no-brainer items you’ve grabbed recently?

2011/11/16

A Week of ‘Car Coat’ Chic

Repeat after me, “Color is good. Color is good.” Eventually you’ll start to believe it and, when you do, a whole world of style will open up to you. In the meantime, take baby steps – – – like sporting your color in your coat. This minimal coat with gold buttons comes in red or green and is a still for fall, or even cooler weather if you’re in a car. Shopping List: Car coat ~ by ASOS ($182) Pulse

2011/11/08

6 Things We Want To Share This Week

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

2011/11/05

A Week’s Worth of Looks…to Boot!

This week’s worth of looks are centered around a great pair of flat, tall riding boots. I’m not a ‘flats girl’, but tall riding boots seem to work a lot of different ways and when paired with something fitted, seem to scream undercover glam! Shopping List: Tan, tall riding boots – by Maurice ($150) Gold metallic leather skirt ($140) Tropical wool trousers – by Ann Taylor ($138) Midi-length skirt (similar one) – by Miss Selfridge ($45) Foldover clutch – by Clare

2011/11/01

Fall Trend #5: Shimmer

Wake up your fall wardrobe with one of the season’s most attention-grabbing trends: shimmer and sheen. If you haven’t already, you will definitely be seeing a lot of glistening sequins, metallics, fringes, and appliques that are set to create a major impact. Forget about the warm weather gradually disappearing as these shiny pieces will instantly give your look a pick-me-up whether during the day or at night. Among the many designers who created gleaming pieces in their collections are Elie

2011/09/27

Women’s Spring Transition Essentials

Here is a list of 5 women’s essentials transition items for Spring. Stock up on these items that you loved in the Winter, and can now transform and enhance for the Spring! neutral blazer: invest in this minimal trend in various styles depending on your outfit of choice chic, modern to wear over a soft blouse and cropped trousers boyfriend blazer to wear over a crisp white shirt paired with your favorite pair of skinny pants unconventional blazer with detailing

2011/03/25

Top Spring Trend: Blue, The Color, Not the Mood!

Blue, the color not the mood, was a prominent shade in men’s collections for Spring 2011. Don’t let this color get you down though! Instead of drowning your entire look in blue hues, embrace it with accessories and shoes. Accessories are an excellent way to take up a trend while still maintaining your own uniqueness. Of course, do still experiment with blue garments such as sport and chino pants (wonderful for the spring weather!), lightweight button-down shirts, blazers, and tees. Gents, choose

2011/03/24

A Few Beautifully & Brightly Colored Coats

Winter sucks!! But a little (or a lot) of color can help make the day just a bit better….here are a few of our favorite vibrant hued coats (our fave is the last one by Talbots):

2011/01/27

On My Winter Wish List….

Aquascutum…

2010/12/10

Focus on the Cape…

….forget the silly outfit she’s wearing! Capes are in right now, and this one is classic in its color and styling so it will be around for years to come. Right now, it’s available in a full run of sizes thru 16 at Miss Selfridge. Wearable with skirts and pants, and works just as well on a casual Saturday as a hoppin Friday night!

2010/11/29

Item of the Week

Designer: Paul & Joe Item: black and white wool checked hooded cape Style Notes: perfect for fall; ideal for crisp Saturdays or Sunday strolls; will travel perfectly and can be worn with a ruffle shirt for a dressy casual evening dinner Price: $135…but it won’t last long

2010/08/12

Using a Jacket to Exude ‘Tough Chic’

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

2010/03/05

Attention! The Perfect Jacket, and it’s Military!

The fitted look through the chest, a little more room through the waist, the stand up collar, and the double button holes…all classic military-styling and this jacket by Moschino C&C has it! It can be found at StyleBop for $490 (which is a 50% discount) or you can head to H&M for a similar one for $40. The differences are in the fabric and style details – Moschino’s has a double-ply tight knit fabric that will likely last for years while

2010/01/11

Rain Coat vs. Trench Coat

So you ask, is there really a difference and per our experts at GQ, indeed there is a slight nuance worth noting….but not enough to make two separate purchases! To live a more stylish life though, we should all know the difference. The founder of Burberry, Thomas Burberry, created the modern raincoat early in the twentieth century, after he devised a new, breathable water-resistant fabric called gabardine. A trench coat is a type of raincoat that was created by Burberry

2009/11/10

Invest in a ‘Haute’ Coat

And if you decide to take the plunge, consider this Missoni Osiride reversible striped coat ($1125); available at Outnet.com. The trend this fall is to be conservative with our spending but not with our fashion — this coat works after-hours with a pair of navy blue leggings, or at work with black or grey, wide-leg trousers with cuffs. Given the multicolored wool and mohair-blend stripes, it doesn’t require a lot of accessories other than a stunning black/graphite handbag. The self-tie belt

2009/10/22

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