Fall fashion for 2011 is going to be a little more interesting as designers draw inspiration from the Wild West for their collections. Prairie coats and blanket pants are expected to become hot items, but you do not have to dress like a cow girl to become fashionably hip. Here are tips on how to […]
Fashion Journalist Katrina Szish talks about Fall’s ’09 hottest trends on CBS News. And it appears that clothes displayed during NY Fall ’09 Fashion Week is all about strong, powerful dressing – with a bit of opulence and the 80s sprinkled here and there. Prominent shouldersA seen on the runway shows during New York Fashion week, a lot of designers featured pieces with strong shoulders, so prominent that they’re kind of like a throwback to the 80s, except that they’re more subdued, says Szish. …
A designer combines fashion, style and divination. The designer takes a look at where we are and get a feel of where we’re headed, then predict what we’d want to wear a half year before the clothes get to department stores. But with the uncertain times ahead (all thanks to the global economic crisis), Spring-Summer 2009 fashion weeks in industries various fashion capitals were nothing like we’ve ever seen. And the series of events the happened before and during the shows – including the crashing…
There were a lot of talks about how this year’s Academy Awards will turn out. With the recession in swing, Hollywood had to manage a delicate balancing act. Basically, it’s this: “entertain the viewers without offending them”. For the 81st Academy Awards, things were toned down a bit.As for the celebrities, thankfully no one showed up wearing a recyclable sack. Stars still look like stars in their designer gowns and professionally done hair and makeup. Dress trends A lot of celebr…
What is a fashionista’s worst nightmare? Wearing something that’s was last season trend. Today’s fashion trends – or fads – are very fickle. The fashion industry is constantly on the lookout for what’s new, what’s in, what’s hot. Must-have items do not stay that way for long. The fashion cycleThe fashion cycle revolves quickly. The cycle begins with the arrival of the emerging trend. The American Marketing Association (AMA) calls this the “distinctiveness” part of the cycle. The new trend is ver…
This holiday season, do not just bundle up and look as shapeless and plain as a snowman. Instead, play up your look with these holiday fashion trends named by People magazine, and look hot despite the freezing temperature.RibbonsRibbons are a great way to play up a simple outfit or a plain dress. You can tie it around your waist to emphasize your curves, or string it through your belt loops for a more casual-yet-festive look. Ribbons reflect gifts and presents. It’s just so for this season.FurO…
Dear ladies, is what our clothes will look like come September 2008. Early this July, runways were filled with gorgeous frocks which featured – yes you guessed it neck embellishments. Some were very dainty and pretty, in satin and lace, some were way out there, with voluminous collars and drapes. At BCBG, Max Azaria, went for soft colors and a bolero-like and baby-doll collared ensembles that chic-ly complemented the prim belted mini-dresses. Gianfranco Ferré went for a soft, wrapped-around-the-…
The bandwagon that is teen fashion is deserted as easily it is boarded. You might be fashionally “in the know” one time but may be so out of the whole trend thing in another. The situation is even much more difficult to comprehend because as a teenager, you have so many other options that you will need to factor in for you to finally choose an outfit. So here are some excellent teen fashion tips for those who would like to be able to try something new and fashionable. Atheletic-inspiredThis is o…
Looking at this year’s jewelry fashion trend, new, classic and contemporary styles are dominant in fashionable jewelry. It’s all about highlighting your own uniqueness in the fashion world, encouraging you to follow your own personal style. Some of the qualities that you can consider when picking out trendy fashion accessories are bright but understated colors and eclectic and elegant designs. Look out for the following trends in jewelry:Feel refreshed in natural neutralsThis year’s spring seaso…
When it comes to fashion, men’s clothing noticeably gets a bigger following when it comes around to fall than any other season. The fabrics that people have for fall clothing are quite rich in color as well as texture because of the chilly evenings during fall. The colors are also neutral and well coordinated by those who are manufacturing the clothes. You have earthy and light-colored tones mixing with those darker mattes which you can mix and match. However, one of the benefits of fall clothin…
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