August 25, 2017
by Rachael Comeau
Among the abundance of fashion and beauty looks experiencing a revival from the 90s and early 2000s are wide leg bottoms, and more specifically, flare and bell bottom styles. Perfect for the upcoming fall season, this leg-lengthening fit is sure to be flattering on anyone. Flare style, as opposed to bell bottoms, are less exaggerated and narrower in silhouette, making them ideal for a less bold, more casual look. To take the statement silhouette even further, many brands are offering high-low versions of the bell-bottom style. Check out Alice + Olivia’s version, featuring a high waist and ideal look for a day-to-night piece. For a bolder take on the same look, try Topshop’s Mermaid Frill Trousers.
In the denim department, staple pieces like the Citizens of Humanity Drew High Rise Crop jeans or Paige Denim’s High Rise Bell Canyon jeans will take you straight through the colder months in style.
Click through the slideshow above to see our other top picks for flare and bell bottom styles perfect for the upcoming fall season.
March 11, 2017
by Rachael Comeau
Throughout Paris Fashion Week, statement trends like metallic fabrics and bold, vibrant colors were all key styles for this upcoming fall season. One that proved to be most versatile throughout the shows was the classic turtleneck. This piece appeared on almost every runway, solidifying its place as a staple once again for the colder months of the year. Designers like Elie Saab, Christian Dior, and Chanel all featured the turtleneck in their collections, each in their own signature aesthetic.
Zuhair Murad drew inspiration for his show from French music and fashion icon Francoise Hardy, showing a simple black turtleneck layered under a cropped jacket. Stella McCartney took a monochromatic approach to the style in her collection, featuring a turtleneck camel-colored jumpsuit under an ankle length coat of the same tone, both in a slightly oversized fit. Channeling a more edgy side was Saint Laurent, which included a white turtleneck sweater paired with a black leather jacket and skirt.
Click through the slideshow above to see our other top picks for for turtlenecks, sure to become a staple item in your fall wardrobes.
March 2, 2017
by Rachael Comeau
Silhouettes from the 80’s continue to prove themselves to be de rigueur for the upcoming Fall/Winter 2017 season, as proven recently at London Fashion Week. Amid styles like off-the-shoulder and one-shouldered tops, eccentric prints, and vibrant colors, was the comeback of the statement sleeve. From tiered and bell-shaped to puffed or trumpet in volume, the sleeve has been the ultimate daring component on the runway. Designers like Antonio Berardi, Ashley Williams, and Peter Pilotto all said goodbye to the slim sleeve for a handful of looks in each of their respective collections.
Natalia Alaverdian of A.W.A.K.E. showed extra voluminous sleeves in her otherwise minimalist collection inspired by the octopus, while Edeline Lee included a dramatic tiered, elongated version. Lee’s collection drew inspiration from artist Hannah Höch, and based the innovative sleeve construction on Höch’s collage technique. Huishan Zhang also showed a tiered sleeve in his ultra-feminine collection, utilizing fabrics like black lace and organza.
Click through the slideshow above to see our other top picks for statement-making sleeves this upcoming fall.