great asos
Thursday, January 5
Asos has done it again, re-interpreting high fashion--in this case, Erdem's most in-demand spring look--for the mainstream. I adore the sexy lace detailing (Erdem had me with all the vividly-hued lace dresses from last spring!), and while I like the asymmetrical hemline and clean lines of this shirt dress, I think it actually works better as a shirt rather than a dress. I'd wear it tucked into a pair of wide-legged jeans or even my lace Zara pants, or if I am going all out, a playful print skirt. What do you think: dress or top?
these are jeans!
Thursday, January 5
Spring's blossoms are popping up everywhere--like on these awesome jeans. Wear them with...
1. Citizens of Humanity high-waisted straight leg jeans, $190, netaporter.com
2. American Vintage cashmere sweater, $150, stylebop.com
3. Foley & Corinna leather mini tote, $102, endless.com
4. Michael Kors buckle sandal, $275, michaelkors.com
* These jeans will be so great this summer, rolled up around the ankles with gold sandals and a filmy white tank or button-down.
on tap at topshop
Wednesday, January 4
Everyone who knows me well can attest that I wear at least one article of Topshop everyday. I love Topshop. I dream about Topshop (sad but true!). This spring's collection deepens my obsession. It nails all the right trends and yet re-imagines them too. The styling is also truly inspirational. Of course, I want everything. Here's a peek at my favorite looks.
classic coco cardi
Wednesday, January 4
An inveterately chic sweater that you'll wear for seasons to come. Wear it with...
1. Dorothy Perkins knit cardigan, $49, dorothyperkins.com
2. Christopher Kane top, $518, matchesfashion.com
3. Proenza Schouler PS 1 nude leather satchel, $1595, proenzaschouler.com
4. Guissepe Zanotti studded black flats, $455, netaporter.com
5. Topshop peach zip jeans, $76, topshop.com
the new pastel palette
Tuesday, January 3
Photo: Candice Lake
Designers from Jason Wu to Phillip Lim are banking heavily on pastels this spring, churning out collections rife with sea-foam greens and creamy pinks. I am going to take a cue from Tank's Fashion Director Caroline Issa (above) and wear multiple sorbet shades all at once. The head-to-toe look is fantastically fresh and modern, but the key to pulling it off is mixing in edgier, grounding colors like black and red. The new pastel pieces I'm currently eyeing: J. Crew's persimmon jeans (I really think this pale pink will be spring's "it" denim color), an easy-to-throw-on peach shift dress by Marni, and an endlessly versatile rosy cashmere sweater.
And there's no need to wait till spring to go pastel. These soft hues will revive your (getting-older-by-the-minute) winter wardrobe.
print works
Tuesday, January 3
The print of the season on a short and snappy dress. Wear it with...
1. Warehouse mirrored print dress, $72, warehouse.co.uk
2. Tiger Lily crystal drop earrings, $98, couturecandy.com
3. Asos laser-cut clutch, $45, asos.com
4. Jimmy Choo neoprene peep-toe sandals, $795, netaporter.com
*I'd streamline the sleeves on the dress and make them a tad shorter and slimmer--an easy fix for a tailor. I'd also wear this dress as a top and tuck into a pair of sleek black trousers or a pencil skirt.
back to basics (again)
Friday, December 30
Photo: Phil Oh
Not to sound cliche (and redundant), but there's a lot to be said about sticking to the classics. In the above case, it's a navy and white striped t-shirt and a crisp trench coat, and you can see that the result is impeccably chic--and, despite fashion's incessant forward march--very up to the minute. Along with a good trench and a striped tee, the basics I can't live without include a black cashmere sweater, a fitted army jacket, a pair of go-with-everything ballet slippers, and an evergreen tote bag. What are yours?
going south?
Friday, December 30
Black and white stripes + tassels = Chic beach babe. Wear it with...
1. By Malene Birger bikini, $136, shoplesnouvelles.com
2. Lemlem smock shirt, $200, shoplesnouvelles.com
3. Karen Walker sunglasses, $250, shoplesnouvelles.com
4. Calypso straw bag, $125, calypsostbarth.com
5. K Jacques sandals, $275, calypsostbarth.com
6. Girl by Band of Outsiders shorts, $100, shoplesnouvelles.com
* My dear friend in Virginia requested this warm-weather round-up. Let me know if you want to see a specific outfit.
lace on lace on lace
Thursday, December 29
What do you think? Too much? I must confess I like the lace on lace on lace, and if it were me, I would throw even more texture into the mix, such as sequins or fur. It's fun and flavorful and ritzy, too. BTW: I have these lace pants, wore them the other night to a festive cocktail party, much to everyone's delight. They look like Erdem. But they're from good ol' Zara, my dear friends.
pastel purse
Thursday, December 29
Love the color combo. Love the price. It will liven up the most basic outfit. Wear it with...
1. Warehouse mini satchel, $61, warehouse.co.uk
2. Vanessa Bruno Athe, $335, netaporter.com
3. Steven Alan bracelet, $54, stevenalan.com
4. Madewell suede flats, $88, madewell.com
5. Paige skinny corduroys, $220, amrag.com