October 1, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
Walking the line between casual, edgy, and an all- encompassing Parisian aesthetic, MM6 Maison Martin Margiela for spring 2013 was a mixture of neon footwear, lucite accessories, must-have handbags, and muted pastels and neutrals. No shape was overly body conscious, but rather took on loose, flowing forms, perfectly layered to show off the mastery of each piece’s cut. We’re putting money on the shoes, particularly the orange sneakers, as the blockbuster items from the collection for spring. Click on the slideshow above to view our top nine favorite looks.
-Julia DiNardo
September 30, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
This month I wrote a few articles from New York Fashion Week for SOREL’s Blog, with my final piece being the “Top Trends of Spring 2013:”
It’s truly amazing how runway show after runway show, season after season, distinct trends tend to simultaneously surface. It’s as if the designers all convened and decided what was going to be in for the upcoming year! Of course this doesn’t really happen, but it is interesting to observe the evolution of trends as well as the emergence of new looks that feel fresh and new for one’s wardrobe.
For spring 2013 there is quite a bit of rollover from last year’s favorites, as well as the welcome inception of new styles that will be quickly snapped up once they hit stores. Here are the top five trends that come springtime, you will see everywhere – and hopefully will try yourself!
Neon Accents
It’s hard to completely get away from such a strong trend in 2012, so for the upcoming year, you will be able to enjoy the electricity and vibrancy of neon shades, with an update: as an accent, instead of solid, ubiquitous spread of the shades.
The look is best when used as an adornment or trim, and paired with neutrals or blush shades. Some of the best demonstrations were found on dresses at Milly, running along the button line at Clover Canyon, and on the eyelids at Betsey Johnson!
Click here to read the rest of my 2013 trends article at the SOREL Blog!
-Julia DiNardo
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.
