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May 7, 2014

Pair it with This: Sculptural Crop Tops

[Pictured: McQ Alexander McQueen Layered-Front Crop Top; Saks.com]

Wait wait wait – before you write off the trend, and think you are too old, not in good enough shape, etc, can I just request your attention for a moment, so that I may share a little bit of information first, that could change your mind. It’s no so much about showing your midriff or tummy, but rather, the beauty of it lies in the illusion, or possibility, of a sneak peek at an itty bitty, tiny bit of skin. That is truly what is sexy, sophisticated, and modern about the silhouette, and as you’ve probably observed, most people do it dead wrong.

In order to make the crop top, and you, look at the height of refinement, the garment calls for a sculptural silhouette, made of a very sturdy, high quality fabric. A thicker, densely woven, more expensive iteration is what you’ll end up with, but it will look a million times better than the fast fashion versions.

Keep the color of the crop top solid and neutral; all-white or all-black will be the easiest way to pair it with what you already have in your wardrobe. And speaking of…show off the stark, slim-fitting garment by contrasting it with wide legged pants, or try it with a high-waisted skirt. If the lines are smooth and clean in the bodice of one of your dresses, wear the crop top over it for a streamlined, and hence, no-skin silhouette.

I’ve had numerous vintage pieces over the years that have been exactly this crop top/dress combination as previously described, however the crop top was in many cases, built into the dress as one full piece (p.s. – check out this version by Just Cavalli).

The simpler the crop top is kept, the better it will look, so stay away from heavy embellishment, unless you plan to drastically pair down the rest of your look. A sleeveless or half-sleeve version will lend you the most versatile of options as well as movement. All in all, I know you can rock the crop!

In This Look:

Tracy Reese Sleeveless Crop Top

J.W. Anderson Butterfly Silk/Cotton Top

Bec & Bridge Bitter & Twisted Textured Top

Alexander Wang Asymmetrical Cropped-Side Wrap Tank

November 2, 2010

Piazza Sempione Spring/Summer 2011 Favorite Looks

by Julia DiNardo

Piazza Sempione, available at fine retailers such as Saks, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman and Nordstrom, has a great lineup of looks for spring 2011. We wanted to share with you our top five pieces for fall:

June 16, 2010

Jellies for Ladies! (thefind.com Guest Post)

by fashionpulse

From our friends at thefind.com:

For those of us of a certain age, nothing has more summertime nostalgia than jelly shoes. A vacation staple for decades, jelly shoes are now getting a stylish update from some of the hottest shoe designers. Flat and sassy, these are an easy summer staple and the plastic jelly material means these shoes keep a playful sense of humor too!

Stuart Weitzman in particular has picked up the jelly idea and run with it in a number of versatile styles that can go from the pool to the yacht to dinner in one smooth transition. The Blingy shoe comes in a number of neutral tones from clear to gold to black; a dusting of crystals across the toes adds the perfect touch of sparkle. Meanwhile, the Beadles sandal combines clear plastic jelly with a lush and colorful rainbow of teardrop beads. For the pool, Stuart Weitzman’s Zano thong mixes in a touch of metallic shimmer with bubbles of gold or silver.

For a fun and preppy take on this trend, Burberry’s Jelly Thong offers the classic Burberry plaid in multiple colors on the insole. The shade is then picked up in the plastic jelly body of the sandal, offering a playful pop of color around the foot.

Fun and sophisticated, these jelly sandals are quintessential summer style, mixing high fashion labels with a bit of childish whimsy. Isn’t it nice to know that jellies aren’t just for little girls any more?

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October 7, 2009

Warm up with Fur Embellished Winter Boots

by fashionpulse

Via our friends at thefind.com:

After making an appearance on the runway at Marc by Marc Jacobs, the fur boot is back. You may recall the mukluk trend from a few seasons ago. Yes, it’s back and it is part of the larger fur trend we are seeing on faux fur vests in particular as well as handbags. So it make sense, but not sure if I am ready to embrace furry winter boots again this year. What do you think of these fur festooned boots? Will you buy them this winter?

The style seen on the runway for fall 2009 is the Marc by Marc Jacobs Faux-fur lace-up boot (bottom right, $350 at Net-a-Porter). A completely fur covered boot this will keep your toes nice and toasty during the snowiest of days or perhaps on the slopes aprè ski? The gray faux-fur-embellished boots feature black canvas criss-cross laces at the front, silver-tone eyelets and a black rubber sole to prevent slippage on snowy urban sidewalks or while relaxing in the ski lodge. Another style is Givenchy’s Fur-Front Ankle Boot, (top right, $1150 at Saks.com) and obviously not too appropriate for snowy streets, but perhaps a snow-free night out on the town. These rabbit fur embellished booties with a stacked heel will look perfect with black leggings or skinny jeans. From down under Australia Luxe Collective’s Nordic Angel Fur Boot, (middle bottom, $410.00 at Neiman Marcus.com) is a pimped out version of the classic shearling boot. This sheepskin boot would work in snowy surroundings as well as the sunny shores of California. The 16″ tall boots features black double-faced sheepskin and natural rabbit fur trim. As well as a signature logo plate on the back. Ralph Lauren Collection’s Willa Suede Boots, (bottom left, $695 at Saks.com) are tall suede platform boots lined with shearling and a faux fur cuff at the top. More fashion than function these tall boots would work well with skinny jeans tucked in and perhaps a faux fur vest to complete your ensemble.

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