SHOP: Skirt Alert

After spending the past two weeks glued to our computer screens watching the RESORT 2012 shows we can’t help but want to skip right over Summer and Fall and dive into some of these LAID-BACK new looks. From PHILLIP LIM to ALEXANDER WANG we are excited for skirts, trousers and metallic accessories. Want to get this look NOW? Check out our take on Resort ’12 and how you embrace the CALIFORNIA COOL today.

Metallic Shoes: Aldo
Denim Skirt: Forever21
Oversized Sweater: Alexander Wang

all runway images from style.com*

COLOR REPORT: Into The Blue

HOT TREND: Spring Bags

1. Balenciaga 2. Miu Miu 3. Proenza Schouler 4. Rebecca Minkoff 5. Chloe 6. Givenchy 7. Reed Krakoff 8. Hermes 9. Alexander Wang

COLOR REPORT: Grey

Grey is the dominate “new neutral” color this Fall and moving into Spring ’11. We have spotted some must have items all over town in this hue and just can’t get enough of it! From cable knits and fur to velvet and suede it’s EVERYWHERE!

Clockwise: Stella McCartney Fall ’10; Marc Jacobs Fall ’10; Stylein oversized cardigan at LIVE! On Sunset; Stine braided cable sweater at Urban Outfitters;  Club Monaco velvet blazer; Marc by Marc Jacobs fur purse; Elizabeth & James knit sequin top; Burberry knit beanie; Alexander Wang knit poncho; Jeffrey Campbell oxford shoe.

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HOT HOT HOT: Pretty ‘n’ Pearls

PEARLS: vintage, grandma, dull. The definition of what you can and can’t do with a pearl is being revamped in a whole NEW way. Stepping outside your jewelry box and into your wardrobe- pearls are being spotted over all sorts of fabulous garments & accessories. Tired of seeing studs and metallic everywhere? Give your wardrobe a classy & feminine twist by mixing unexpected leather or vinyl with the dainty pearl. Embellish your boots, your sunglasses, and your clothes with this unexpected trend. These aren’t your grandma’s pearls!

Clockwise: Haute Hippie pearl beaded top; Diane von Furstenberg; ASOS black pearl sweater; Alexander Wang pearl embroidered velvet jacket; Sonia Rykiel pearl sunglasses; Tata Naka pearl studded boots; Forever21 jacket & necklace.

COLOR REPORT: White Out

WHITE is the key color for a Winter Wonderland this year, and will continue traveling into Spring ’11.

Clockwise : Chanel Spring 11; Alexander McQueen Spring 11; Stella McCartney hat; Chanel Vintage classic double flap bag; Kr3w watch; J.Crew skirt; Alaïa shoes; Club Monaco; Alexander Wang Spring 11.

COLOR REPORT: NEW NEUTRALS

NEUTRALS are right NOW, however, expect a lot more of this soothing color palette as we move into Spring ’11.

Clockwise from the top left: 3.1 Phillip Lim Spring 11; Michael Kors Fall 10; Alexander Wang Fall 10; A.L.C lace dress at Confederacy Los Angeles; Marni Fall 10; M·A·C ‘Fabulous Felines – Leopard Luxe’ Pigment; Chanel Limited Edition ‘Le Vernis Khaki Rose’; Chloe ‘Marcie’ bag; H&M leather skirt and crochet top; Zara cardigan.

HOT HOT HOT: Crush This Velvet

Every season we see a WAVE of JEWEL TONES sweep the runway, but this FALL/WINTER the FABRICATION of these hues is what stole our hearts. Giorgio Armani sent almost an ENTIRE collection of VELVET strutting down the catwalk with Dolce & Gabbana, Marc Jacobs, Vera Wang, Zac Posen and many more sprinkling it into their shows. Velvet is no stranger to the holiday season but these designers have made it a STATEMENT for your wardrobe as we head into the colder days of winter!

Clockwise from top left: Giorgio Armani A/W 2010 RTW, TopShop sheer dress with velvet panels, Closet grey cargo pant with velvet detail, Giorgio Armani A/W 2010 RTW, Marc Jacobs A/W 2010 RTW, Alexander Wang cut out bra, Rebecca Taylor quilted jacket, Nine West cross-body bow bag.

ITEM ALERT: Cool Cat

We LOVE these cat eye sunglasses because they are a STAND OUT item. They put a new spin on your collection of specs and add some spice to ANY outfit. Check out the variety of CAT EYES that kick ass right NOW.

Alexander Wang x Linda Farrow Cat Eye Sunglasses in black lacquer and tortoise

Nasty Gal Space Woman Shades in black matte and silver

ASOS Pointy Cat Specs in all black

ALEXANDER WANG INSPIRES

 ALEXANDER WANG IS CHANGING
THE WORLD OF FASHION FOREVER
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