February 7, 2014
by fashion pulse contributor
by Celina Vicioso
[Image via WWD.com]
: Duckie Brown
The Theme: Volume & Shine
The Color Palette: Duckie Brown’s fall/winter 20’14 collection delivered a fresh and exciting collection meant for both the boys and the girls, with colors ranging across the board from repeated reds, greens, grays and shiny, shimmery metallic. The perfect collection for someone who finds themselves on the fence about adding color into their wardrobe, Duckie Brown seamlessly transformed bright colors into an edgy, every day staple.
The Collection’s Signature Look: Duckie Brown’s cross between a tweed short and tailored neon pant, paired with a dark heavily textured top was shocking, fresh and original. Easily the new face of mens wear, this piece was quite atypical to traditional menswear, but isn’t that the pulse of this brand anyway?
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The Show: Timo Weiland Mens
The Theme: Fresh, urban, and casual
The Color Palette: Grey, white, black and navy
The Collection’s Signature Piece: The blue on blue on blue layering gave off a strong vintage appeal while remaining approachable. Every man can easily incorporate these separates into his wardrobe- dressing up or down depending on the styling.
February 7, 2014
by fashion pulse contributor
by Celina Vicioso
[All Images via ELLE.com]
: Sally LaPointe
Theme: Polished Edge
Color Palette: Black, Grey, and White.
The Collection’s Signature Look: LaPointe’s black knit with feathered 3/4 sleeves paired with a leather pencil skirt are certainly subversive, powerful, yet a finished look. Perhaps the heightened collar, ala turtleneck, will be making a comeback for fall 2014 as well…
The Show: Costello Tagliapietra
The Theme: Strength and Power, heroines from science fiction and fantasy.
The Color Palette: Costello Tagliapietra debuted a jaw-dropping collection this season, comprised of metallic, varying neutral hues of navy, grey tweeds and browns adorned with Tanzanite jewel buttons
The Collection’s Signature Look: Costello’s monocramatic metallic green tailored blazer and pant set was definitely a piece worth raving about. Its tailored appeal and metallic color straddled cool and classic yet effortlessly cutting edge. Cropped at the ankle, the elevated hem length for pants is here to stay, which means you can show off some incredible heels with this particular look.
February 5, 2014
by fashion pulse contributor
by Sarah Wasilak
All of the elements that make up the signature Veronica Beard uniform are still present for fall 2014, but they come with serious edge. Structured suits are ‘70s-infused with a metallic sheen and flared leg, and gold, medallion-like chains make for the perfect accoutrements. Deep V-necks accompany the more classic, elegant looks, like a rust orange satin dress and a graphic maxi with flirty slits.
Of course, the label’s known for making luxe, live-in jackets, and the asymmetrical leather design, paired with tailored culottes, is no disappointment. However, the fall collection does not come without surprises. Strips of fringe, a detail that’s in for spring 2014, works as a subtle embellishment to a floral sweatshirt and mini dress. But, the color palette is just as unexpected.
Pretend you’re painting, and just before your brush hits the canvas, it takes a dip in one more, slightly darker pigment. It seems these shades were arrived at in a similar fashion—and the result is very cool. Yes, in theory, a dusty, almost brown, eggplant top may clash with turquoise and navy camo print trousers. But, somehow, the offbeat autumnal tones balance each other out. Perhaps it’s thanks to the strappy citrus pumps that play up most of the ensembles, delivering a peppy kick.
January 28, 2014
by fashion pulse contributor
by Celina Vicioso
Keep those curly tresses shiny, bouncy and frizz free! Ranging between $4-$55, Garnier Fructis, TRESemmé, Ouidad,and DevaCurl have stocked beauty shelves with shampoo, conditioners, and styling products custom made for the curly-haired gal. Ouidad’s Climate Control Shampoo and Conditioner duo boast a sulfate-free cleanser with minimal lather and maximum moisture. Following in its footsteps, TRESemmé Naturals, a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner infused with aloe vera and avocado oil, is free of sulfates and other harsh chemicals responsible for stripping locks of their natural oils and moisture.
For those of you looking for instant gratification, the extremely popular and readily available Garnier Fructis Pure Clean line has shampoo and conditioner offerings that are not only chemical-free and awesome for curly hair, but comes in a bottle that is 92% biodegradable! Bouncier curls and a happier environment? Sounds like an awesome combination to me.
DevaCurl’s Styling Cream and Ultra Defining Gel act as a perfect after lather, providing curly locks with sulfate and harsh chemical-free moisture, anti frizz and extra shine. Additionally, Ouidad’s 12 Minute Deep Conditioning Treatment is a great way to deeply penetrate and hydrate while achieving a salon look for hair from the comforts of home. Preview the slideshow above for product price ranges, and look forward to keeping your curly locks perfect!
