Posts Tagged ‘Spring trends’
Style Admirer Spring Picks: City Girl
Monday, May 24th, 2010
I was raised a suburban girl, but I was born to live in the city. From the shopping to the nightlife, Chicago has as many places to see as Sarah Jessica Parker has Manolos. These places—boutiques, festivals, parties, fashion shows, and more—beg for my attention, and I’m more than willing to oblige. Whether I’m heading to work or a wine bar, I’m a city girl on the go, so it’s important that my wardrobe keeps up with wherever the day and night takes me. Incorporating a sense of urban sophistication, comfortable silhouettes, and au courant trends, my spring must-haves are built around a day planner brimming with meetings, parties and, of course, shopping. Here’s how I’m able to look great all day without an unnecessary wardrobe change.
Clockwise from upper left:
1. Racerback tank in “Imperia Beige” ($50; Banana Republic). A basic that’s essential for summer layering.
2. White fitted button-up shirt ($44; Gap). A true classic that’s polished enough for day and easily accessorized for night.
3. Aviators by Gucci ($275; Nordstrom). Aviators add a slight edge to an otherwise understated outfit.
4. “Christine” black pump by Calvin Klein ($98; zappos.com). The cutout designs adds interest to a timeless heel.
5. Ankle Cigarette Jean by BDG ($40; Urban Outfitters). This skinny jean goes with everything, and the price is just right.
6. “Kali Tank” by Zamrie ($78; Zamrie; 1213 W Diversey Avenue, by appointment only). The hand-painted print on this silk top is breathtaking.
7. Fold-over bag by Marc by Marc Jacobs ($466; farfetch.com). When going from work to play, this bag has the storage room to carry everything I need.
8. Scalloped zipper cardigan in black ($98; J.Crew). This ladylike cardigan adds the finishing touch to a sundress or tank.
9. “Spring Break Scarf” ($18; Francesca’s Collections). This scarf adds a touch of color and is perfect for those breezy Chicago days.
10. Leather “Bailey” jacket by Cynthia Steffe ($525; Perchance; 3512 N. Southport Avenue). This lightweight yet luxurious jacket is my alternative to the omnipresent blazer.
By Danielle Parker
Images courtesy of Banana Republic, Gap, Nordstrom, zappos.com, Urban Outfitters, Zamrie, farfetch.com, J.Crew, Francesca’s Collections, and Perchance
Tags: Banana Republic, BDG, Chicago Boutiques, Chicago Designers, Chicago Shopping, Cynthia Steffe, farfetch.com, Francesca’s Collections, Gap, Gucci, J.Crew, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Nordstrom, Perchance, Spring trends, Urban Outfitters, ZAMRIE, zappos.com
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Spring Forward: A Look at the Hottest Trends for Spring
Sunday, February 7th, 2010
Spring is upon us (thank goodness!), and that means it’s time to reflect on the season’s hottest trends. The Spring/Summer 2010 runways gave us an array of exciting looks—be it reintroduced classics or futuristic newbies—and we pulled together a list of our favorite six to kick off the season. Though it’s hard to get in a warm weather state of mind during a winter weather advisory, the mercury will soon rise and we’ll bask in a new season of fresh fashion. Take a look at these spring trends, and let spring fever set in!
DIGITAL
Moving beyond solids and into the world of prints isn’t always an easy feat. We love our black and white, but truth be told, prints are one of the easiest ways to add interest and individuality to your look. Enter: digital prints. Like a shot of fashion adrenaline, these graphic styles offer more edge and energy than any floral ever could.
Images: Givenchy (left) and Versace (right)
DENIM
Remember your acid wash jacket from grade school? Oh, yes you do. Well, denim is back, and you’ll see light and mid-tone shades on everything: jackets, jeans, dresses, shirts and even overalls. This may be a hard trend to warm up to right away, but we’re sure you’ll come around soon enough.
Images: Ralph Lauren Collection (left) and Mulberry (right)
WHITE
White is the consummate color of spring, and this season, the way to wear it is from head to toe. Such a style approach is innately chic and sophisticated, and always a stand-out outfit. The runway showed us flirty, girly looks and edgy, sexy ways to wear this color, so you really can wear this trend however you choose.
Images: Oscar de la Renta (left) and Gucci (right)
SHORTS
We saw lots of shorts last spring, and now the trend seems even bigger. Any hem goes this season, from Daisy Dukes to the Bermuda, so load up on several pairs and experiment with the endless ways to wear them. Our styles of choice are: jean shorts and footless tights and chino shorts and a classic button-up shirt.
Images: Pringle of Scotland (left) and Fendi (right)
KHAKI
A true classic, khaki is probably one of the easiest trends to wear, and the runway demonstrated its infinite possibilities. Take the color from drab basics and into any garment realm you can imagine. From a menswear-inspired suit and military jacket, khaki has your every spring need covered.
Images: Chloé (left) and Chanel (right)
PASTELS
Spring wouldn’t feel quite like spring without pastels. This season, these pretty hues make another graceful appearance, displaying their ladylike, fashion-forward properties for us to relish. Whether you go with one color or mix and match, pastels have a distinct beauty that’s always spring-ready.
Images: Valentino (left) and D&G (right)
By Meghan Turner
Images courtesy of Givenchy, Versace, Ralph Lauren, Mulberry, Oscar de la Renta, Chanel, Pringle of Scotland, Fendi, Chloé, Chanel, Valentino, and D&G
Tags: Chanel, Chloé, D&G, Dolce and Gabbana, Fendi, Givenchy, Mulberry, Oscar de la Renta, Pringle of Scotland, Ralph Lauren, Spring 2010 Trends, Spring trends, Valentino, Versace
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H&M’s New Garden Collection
Thursday, January 7th, 2010
Dresses, both $49.95
On a snowy day like today, who couldn’t use a little fashion pick-me-up? The new Garden Collection from H&M is a summery treat that certainly brightened our day a bit. It boasts bold hues, pretty pastels, and flowery prints—as abstract patterns, rosettes, and 70’s hippie-like embroidery—that cut through this dreariness and remind us the sun will shine again. The collection includes chiffon dresses, smocks, billowy tops, khaki shorts, and cotton tanks as well as a beige anorak and ruffed wrap dress we can’t wait to get our hands on. In addition to the airy femininity of these pieces, everything is made with organic and recycled materials. Not bad, huh? The Garden Collection hits stores in late March, so in the mean time, we’ll daydream of the warmer days and new spring wardrobe to come.
From left: Tank, $12.95 and skirt, $29.95; dress, $49.95; jacket, $59.95; shorts, $24.95; bandana, $4.95
From left: Hat, $9.95; tunic, $9.95 and shorts, $24.95; tank, $17.95; dress, $34.95; anorak, $49.95 and
dress, $29.95
By Meghan Turner
Images courtesy of H&M
Tags: Garden Collection, H and M, H&M, Organic Clothing, Spring trends, Sustainable Clothing, Trends
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