September 28, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
Does the fall season make you miss book reading lists? If you’ve got some nostalgia going on for a good, interesting, enlightening read, forget about whatever is happening with 50 Shades or the Hunger Games Trilogy; jump off the trendy reading list bandwagon and get thee some fashion-related reading instead! Here’s our top picks from books that have come out recently- – enjoy!
AKRIS by Valerie Steele
One of my favorite fashion historians has penned a new book, AKRIS, focusing on the 90-year old Swiss luxury label that has dressed a variety of celebrities over the years and continues to establish itself as a reputed, quality, high-end brand. Discover the brand’s understated appeal through an interesting discourse led by Steele and of course, gorgeous photos of the clothing!
Wear This Now: Your Style Solution for Every Season and Any Occasion by Michelle Madhok and Eileen Conlan
Continue reading…
September 28, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
This month I wrote a few articles from New York Fashion Week for SOREL’s Blog, which was so so great to write for one of my all-time favorite brands, and I’m thrilled to share with you the work that I did, found at other online sources. Below you’ll find the “Colors of Spring 2013,” so that you can have a head’s up on what colors to buy, keep, and store!
Finding out what colors will be hot for spring 2013 is just as important as discovering the trends that are expected to be in fashion. For the upcoming season, expect pops of bright color (as opposed to a monochromatic wash of neon that was big last spring), a high contrast of color by pairing black and white together, and going pale and fresh with a cool mint hue.
An easy way to test the waters of colors that may suit you best is to update and refresh your current wardrobe by working in these new on-trend colors in small ways – first via a handbag, a piece of jewelry, or footwear. Plus, it’s never too early to rev your engine for the upcoming season’s colors, especially if you’re lucky enough to live in a temperate climate and can get away with wearing short sleeve dresses and shorts year-round!
Orangey Red
A mix between a suped-up vermillion and red ochre, bright, orangey-red tones have been popping up all over New York Fashion Week on everything from footwear and bags to evening gowns and lips. Click here to go to the SOREL Blog to read the rest of the article and discover the other three hot shades for spring 2013!
September 27, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
LOVE checking out the hairstyles from the runway? Then you are in luck: courtesy of Redken, here are the ‘create the look’ steps from the Milan runways at the shows of Dolce & Gabbana, Jil Sander, Versus, and Versace, all created by Redken Creative Consultant Guido Palau. Enjoy!
[All Images via Redken]
Dolce & Gabbana – Hair by Guido, Redken Creative Consultant
Create the Look:
- Apply aerate 08 all-over bodifying cream-mousse from roots to ends to create some volume with a little texture when you blow-dry.
- Blow-dry straight back so that there’s no part.
- Tie on the silk headscarf folded about two inches thick, leaving about an inch of hair from the hairline, knotting scarf on the bottom to the side.
- Pin hair up into a “rough updo” that’s almost a twist or a knot and works with the hair length and type, and pin with open fasteners.
Jil Sander- Hair by Guido, Redken Creative Consultant
Create the Look:
- Apply satinwear 02 prepping blow-dry lotion to damp hair and blow-dry straight one section at a time.
- Create a clean center part.
- Flat iron hair until stick straight.
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Gather hair at the nape of the neck (covering ears) and secure tightly with elastic, then slide elastic down the hair about an inch.
- Apply shine flash 02 glistening mist for a light all-over shine.
VERSUS- Hair by Guido, Redken Creative Consultant
Create the Look:
- Start with dry hair blow-dried straight, and apply hardwear 16 super strong gel to small sections of hair throughout the crown.
- Right after applying the gel, gather hair into a tight ponytail right at the crown of the head and secure with an elastic.
- Take a small section of hair out from under the ponytail and wrap around the base to cover the elastic. Secure with a pin.
- Apply glass 01 smoothing serum all over the head to smooth and add shine.
- Flatiron entire ponytail in sections until stick straight.
- Finish with forceful 23 super strength finishing spray on the crown and pony to catch any fly-away’s for a sleek finish.
Versace – Hair by Guido, Redken Creative Consultant
Create the Look:
- Apply guts 10 root targeted volume spray foam to damp hair and roughly blow-dry with fingers, scrunching hair as you dry.
- Twist hair up into a bun to set it and mist with powder refresh 01 aerosol hair powder/dry shampoo for texture.
- Take hair out of the bun, spray more powder refresh for added texture and a matte finish.
September 26, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
From our friends at thefind.com:
Let’s face it – the bad girls are definitely ruling the roost this style season. From studded moto boots to edgy leather jackets, vests, and pants, plus dangerous spike adornments everywhere, it can be hard for a girlie-girl to find her own room to shine this fall. Make way for pearl embellishments, which are slowly bur surely finding a home on silky tops, cute cropped jackets, and even dresses for a sophisticated yet stylish night-out look. Think of these modern-day pearl-studded pieces as the “anti-spike” – effortlessly elegant and undeniably feminine, yet updated with a sexier edge than the vintage ensembles they draw inspiration from. Whether your look is sultry or preppy-chic, consider adding some pearl-embellishments to round out your otherwise rebellious fall wardrobe!
Pictured above: ASOS Cropped Lace Tank with Pearl Embellishment, Moschino Faux Pearl Embellished Jacket, Alexander McQueen Britannia Skull-Clasp Clutch, Topshop Pearl Embellished Shorts, and Rare Lace Shirt Dress with Pearl Collar.
– Alexandra Gambardella
