Posts with tag Spring2008Fashion

How to Wear a Jean Jacket without Looking like a Douche Bag

Email thisPosted Mar 13th 2008 at 1:46PM by Lauren Messiah

Wear a Denim Jacket (w/out looking like a fool)

Denim jackets are classic, they are always in fashion in some iteration. Like any classic piece of clothing there is always room to mess it up. The jean jacket can look wrong more often than it can look right, which is such a shame. To help you avoid looking like a hot mess here are some denim jacket do's and denim jacket don'ts to ensure you get it right this time.

Do:
- Wear cropped styles for a fresh new look.
- Experiment with treatments such as quilting or pin tucks.
- Try wearing a hooded denim jacket for a casual/cool look.
- Wear your blue denim jacket with white denim pants for a casual spring appropriate ensemble.

Don't:
- Adorn your denim with appliqués, fur, or any other obnoxious trim ... that's so yuck!
- Wear your denim jacket from 1985! It's not cool anymore trust me on this one.
- Wear your blue denim jacket with your blue denim pants (it's so a 1990's nightmare).

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Wild Woman: Spring Safari Trend

Email thisPosted Mar 12th 2008 at 1:45PM by Lauren Messiah

Filed under: Accessories, Style in the News, Clothing, Dresses

'Safari Chic' is a one of Spring 2008's leading trends. The safari trend is nothing new but this season there is definitely a new spin on it. The look isn't as rugged and boxy as it has been in past seasons. In 2008 more structured cargo pieces are being paired with draped pieces to soften the look. Some of my favorite pieces for spring come from some of the hottest contemporary designers around:

3.1 Phillip Lim Oversized safari cardigan
The safari look is hot for spring 08 and this cardigan is perfect if you only wanted to buy one piece for this trend. Wear it with a dress, or wear it as a dress. I bet this cardigan would look good over jeans or even gray pants.

Tom Ford Aviator sunglasses
When I think about safari I think about aviators and when I think about chic I think Tom Ford. Put them all together and what do you got? Yep, you guessed it 'Safari Chic.'

Maison Martin Margiela Bamboo knitted long cardigan
This bamboo cardigan is pretty freaking sweet. Every wardrobe needs a new go-to comfy sweater each spring for those chilly nights.

Helmut Lang Draped racer tank top
The safari trend used to be all brown and khaki but this spring 2008 season gray has been added into the mix. I love the idea of mixing this draped piece with a more structured cargo jacket.

Alice + Olivia Sequin Panel Tank Dress
This is an example of a safari looks that is much more fun. Alice + Olivia have added their signature sequins to this khaki pocket dress.

Dolce & Gabbana Safari Shorts
You can't go on a safari without fashionable shorts. I love these from Dolce & Gabbana they will stay stylish for years and years to come.

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Tags: khaki, safari, spring 2008 fashion, Spring2008Fashion

Marc by Marc Jacobs Spring 2008

Email thisPosted Feb 25th 2008 at 8:03AM by Lauren Messiah

Filed under: Style in the News, Clothing, Dresses

When it comes to designers my first love is Betsey Johnson but coming in at a close second is definitely Marc Jacobs. I was innocently cruising through Nordstrom.com when I stopped to check out the Marc by Marc Jacobs trunk show ... hello love. The love was so strong that I had to run over to the real Nordstrom to see these fabulous pieces in person.

The collection is wonderful and if I had to pick one collection to wear for Spring 2008 this would be the one. Some standout garments would definitely include the striped sweater jacket, which can be worn with dresses, shorts and jeans -- so versatile. I also like the yellow patent leather jacket it's a funky alternative to basic trench.

If you want the Marc Jacobs look without the price tag this Spring, look for bold colors (especially yellow), bows, and a 1960's retro vibe.

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Kick up your heels and go crazy

Email thisPosted Feb 24th 2008 at 1:51PM by Lauren Messiah

Filed under: Accessories, Style in the News, Shoes

It used to be the height of a heel that made a shoe stand out in a crowd but now it's all about how crazy you can get 'em. Spring 2008 shoes are taking stilettos to a whole new level with jeweled, caged, flowered, bubbled and bowed heels.

Out of all of the crazy heels I like jeweled heels the most. Miuccia Prada is my go-to girl for jeweled heels with her Miu Miu line. Choose from tiny crystal covered heels or go with something more decadent like a pair of killer silver spiked heel with a jeweled upper portion. But Miuccia isn't only about jewels ... so if flower is more your power try these tulip heels from Prada's collection, they will certainly add a little spring to your step (cheesy, I know).

With these shoes the heels aren't the only crazy part, the prices are pretty loopy too. Most of these shoes are well over $600 but fear not, with any trend the designs will trickle down to an affordable retailer near you.

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