Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Tights, Tights, and more Tights

I got a special request from a friend (Thanks Jackie!) to do a post on colored and patterned tights. And I thought it was an excellent idea, considering how the tight trend is making quite a statement these days.

First I will start with colored tights. This can be very tricky and can go wrong quickly... so I will give you some of my best tips to make colored tights a success in your wardrobe.

  • colored tights can most easily be worn with a solid color dress that compliments the color of your garment. For example think of a navy dress. This can be best paired with mustard yellow tights because the yellow will make the navy pop
  • another easy way to work the colors are with printed clothes. For example a navy, fuchsia, and yellow plaid shirt worn with shorts can be paired with a pair of tights that pull out a color from that paid shirt.
  • use accessories to help tie in your colored tights selection
  • lastly use colored tights to help color-block an outfit. For example wear a khaki jacket, bright blue skirt, rust orange colored tights paired with brown boots.

See the photos below for more examples of how to wear the colored tights.


{color-blocked version of how to wear colored tights}
weardrobe.com

{love the contrast of these colored tights up against different print and colors}
http://jezebel.com/280362/the-new-urban-outfitters-i-want-to-sell-you-this-skirt-but-my-dog-just-died

{example of color blocking by using neutral dark colors to help pop the yellow}
thesartorialist.blogspot.com
{pulling a color out of your accessory is a great way to work colored tights}
lookbook.nu
{color blocking the tights again back to the blue hat}
 ykone.com
{here the purple tights pair back to the purple in her plaid dress}
theclothes.blogspot.com

Now for the patterned tights! These I find to be a little easier to pull off. I love to wear patterned tights with outfits that I find to be on the simple side to help give them a little something more. Here are a few tips I have to help those struggling with the patterned tights trend.

  • pair smaller patterned tights with larger patterns on your clothing.
  • wear a pattern with a solid colored dress
  • you can also put black patterned tights over colored tights to wear both trends together.
  • pay attention to proportions! 
  • and remember you don't want to overwhelm your outfit, only enhance it!

{all kinds of patterned tights}
halfbakedcupcakes.tumblr.com
{a pretty polka dot tight paired back to bright red dress}
nostalgiedelaboue.tumblr.com
{love this casual look paired with striped tights to give this simple outfit more interest}
estherboutique.wordpress.com
{a fun way to utilize floral print tights - pair them back to a girly and bright dress}
cdn.indulgy.com
{a subtle print paired back to florals}
http://media-cache-ec3.pinterest.com/upload/266275396687784001_zTWQtvvh.jpg



Thursday, September 6, 2012

Leather Details - Trend Fixation

One of my favorite trends right now is leather detailing. This can be as simple as adding a leather pocket or giving a jacket a whole new look with leather sleeves. Leather in general has a reputation for being rugged and edgy. Therefore, adding one small piece of leather gives a simple garment some edge and sophistication.

I just can't seem to get enough of this trend; and I myself, own a few pieces and want to own more. Now, I personally don't like to wear real leather but I do love the look/trend of leather detailing. Some of my favorite leather details include: leather sleeves, collars, pockets, elbows, linings, lapels, and trims. Smaller leather details are also great to pair back to leather shoes, accessories, or bottoms (pants, skirts, shorts, etc.).

The following are some examples of leather detailing that show how great this trend is for fall. Enjoy!


{this Burberry jacket shows leather in the sleeves, peplum, and trim}
somegirlsarebornwinners.blogspot.com

{adding the leather collar, cuffs and center trim gives this dress instant edge}
lerebellesdoux.tumblr.com

{LOVE this dress! The leather collar and center trim paired back to the booties is genius}
facehunter.blogspot.com

{leather sleeve panel paired back to the slouchy leather pants reads effortlessly cool}
thestyleandbeautydoctor.com

{the leather collar and cuffs give this girly lace dress a sophistication}
us.asos.com

{denim + leather = perfect combo}
hilrag.com

{AMAZING! Leather sleeves and darts make this dress SEXY and chic}
f*ckyeahfashiongothgirl.tumblr.com

{the leather trim on this jacket paired back to the leather shorts is perfect}
i315.photobucket.com

{leather shoulder!}
elle-street.tumblr.com

{this look is understated edge with the leather sleeves and boots}
found on pintrest via pintrest user

{leather trim on a utility jacket paired with leather leggings and bag}
atlantic-pacific.blogspot.com

{these leather sleeves are made to look like an undershirt to the t-shirt}
28.media.tumblr.com

{DIY leather collar}
lovemaegan.com

{leather trim on a trench coat}
us.burberry.com

{leather trimmed cape with leather shorts - Perfection!}
 beaux-ties.tumblr.com


Thursday, August 30, 2012

Craving Fall!

Fall is around the corner and I am Craving it! Even though I love the beautiful warm weather of California... I truly love the fall season.

As a stylist I love to layer and style the clothing that fall brings. I find myself always pushing into the next season sooner than most, because I am always surrounded by the clothes of the season to come. For example, I see sweaters, scarves, gloves, jackets and boots everywhere I turn (at work) and I want nothing more than to start wearing my fantastic fall layers but... the weather here thinks otherwise.

Fashion isn't all I love about fall... I absolutely love the fall holidays, Halloween and Thanksgiving. Halloween is the one time of year that I get to be anyone else that I want and eat lots of candy! Then Thanksgiving means time with family and eating! Lots of eating!

Another perk to Fall this year is my upcoming trip to Boston. I have been to Boston many times but never in the Fall and I am so excited. I get to experience Boston when the leaves are changing and see my family that lives there. There will probably be a post to follow with my pictures from my trip. I can't wait to share my adventure.

In the meantime... Here are some of my fall cravings. Enjoy!

{layers, layers, and more layers}
witanddelight.tumblr.com
 


{Burgundy lips}
Found on google.com
{Burgundy nails}
from beautylish.com
 

{CAPE paired with leather dress, colored tights, and colorful scarf}
freepeople.com


{all about the hats- Kenzo wool hats}
mentalstability.tumblr.com

{Boston in the fall}
squidoo.com
{Boston brownstone in the fall}
sarahwinchester.wordpress.com
 
{pumpkins and squash}
homemadesimple.com
 
{cozy socks are my favorite part of fall}
theberry.com

{Burberry umbrellas, coats, gloves and booties}
witanddelight.tumblr.com

{love this casual cool fall look in rich fall hues}
cdn05.dayviews.com

{love this coat paired with the chunky knit colorful scarf}
philltaylorblog.blogspot.com

{love everything about this outfit for fall. Leather jacket, dress, burgundy tights, booties, and floppy hat}
freepeople.com

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Mad for Plaid!

Plaid comes and goes from season to season but there is something about a plaid shirt that I can't get enough of. I love that you can wear it casually and also dress it up just as easily. It looks great on men, women, boys, and girls and can be worn as a shirt, skirt, pants, you name it! However, there is always rules to wearing plaid right. There have been many plaid trends and some should be left in the decade they were worn. Here are a few ways to wear plaid the right way for today's style.


{plaid with cuffed shorts, slouchy sweater vest, and red lips}
http://www.hipgirlie.com/2009/10/17/womens-plaid-fashion-ideas-fall-09-magdalena-frackowiak/

{plaid on plaid made to look young and chic by belting it and adding lace-up booties}
theglamourai.com

{love this casual styling of plaid with the bowler hat and classic black booties}
cupcakesandcashmere.com

{colorful plaid paired with a bright pink skirt and colorful flats}
atlantic-pacific.blogspot.com

{plaid nails, enough said!}
pin2fun7265.blogspot.com


{plaid with a fun twist by adding a bright skirt and statement necklace}
lookbook.nu

{a casual plaid paired with a scarf and beanie - so comfy looking}
found on pintrest via pintrest user


{runway plaid}
http://www.fashionmefabulous.com/2009/03/milan-fashion-week-favorites-so-far_03.html
{plaid on plaid with a blazer and scarf}
atlantic-pacific.blogspot.com

{plaid layered under sweatshirt and paired with leather skirt for edge}
sayyestohoboken.com

{a skirt that could have looked old but looks young and chic with booties and blazer}
heidimerrick.com

{love this baby doll plaid dress with the panama hat and espadrilles}
couldihavethat.blogspot.com

{the colorful plaid and shoes paired with shorts for a more casual look}
atlantic-pacific.blogspot.com

Here are some of my plaid pieces from my closet. How do you wear your plaid? Feel free to share!

{plaid jacket paired with striped shirt, black sweater, lace shorts, and combat boots}

{casual plaid paired with khaki vest, distressed cuffed shorts, belt, and oxford shoes}

{Sleeveless plaid paired with white tank, lace skirt, gold necklace, and charcoal wedge lace-up booties}