Archive for the ‘Fall Fashion’ Category

Now that we’re approaching the tail end of summer, I’m here to let you know that you don’t need to head into a store this fall in order to stylishly gear up for the upcoming colder months. A few key pieces is all you need to be polished and prepared, sensibly mixing and matching with what’s already in your closet:

A Cape: There’s a billions ways to wear a cape. Layer it over your favorite turtleneck, cinch it in with a beautiful belt, or leave it open for an ultra-cool vibe.

A Fedora: Never mind the beanies and sock hats, a fedora will keep your head toasty and trendy. Pick it in wool for serious warmth.

A Cable Knit Sweater: A cable knit sweater is multi-tasking hard this season. It’s even trendy enough to layer over your favorite cocktail attire.

A Below-the-Knee, A-line Skirt: Move over maxi dress, there’s a new revamp this time around. The below-the-knee A-line skirt is headed in strong on the trend list for fall. Tights and turtlenecks will get a new look that’s not just for teachers anymore.

Ankle Socks: A great way to stretch the use and wear your favorite booties when it’s cold out is a nice pair of ankle socks to wear alone, (weather willing) over your favorite tights, and tucked into your favorite booties.

Winter is fast approaching and as the September issues begin to pour in, we cannot help but absolutely fall head-over- heels in love with the latest resurgence of cape coats. The retro-inspired silhouette is fast becoming this season’s must-have layer and you can thank the amazing influence of 60’s style and praiseworthy television shows with voluptuous style-icon characters like Joan Holloway. You don’t have to furiously scan second-hand stores or vintage expos to find yourself your own period-driven piece. The designers have hopped on the boat to recreate the retro fashion in order to make the cape coat a modern staple of yours to enjoy now and for decades to come. Available in every price range to satisfy your inner mod-queen, easy access brands like Nautica and Anne Taylor, have been hitting the advertisements of your favorite magazine to let you know that this blast-from-the-past style is yours for the taking. So whether you want to spend $100 or $400, a universally flattering, and timeless new addition is ready to give your fall and winter a quick and easy retro-makeover : Rachel Roy Cape Coat, Ellen Tracy Belted Wool Cape, BB Dakota Calhoun Cape, and the Via Spiga Cape.

Featuring limited-edition women’s apparel pieces reminiscent of the designer’s signature style, “Karl Lagerfeld for Impulse Only at Macy’s” will be sold in approximately 235 Macy’s stores nationwide and on macys.com beginning August 31. “To me Macy’s is the perfect department store in the US where everybody can find what they’re looking for without ruining their budget,” said Karl Lagerfeld. “That’s why I am happy to make this limited collection just for Macy’s.” Known as the Master of Reinvention, fashion designer, publisher, artist and photographer, Karl Lagerfeld helms his namesake fashion house and the Italian house Fendi and Chanel. From $50 to $170, the Karl Lagerfeld capsule has a sophisticated aesthetic that weaves rich fabrics and chic silhouettes together to create a collection with a modern and versatile twist. The color palette ranges from soft to shocking pink and grey to noir. Attainable luxury for every customer, the line will have collectible tee-shirts, comfortable jackets, tweed separates, and draped dresses and tops mixed with crocodile print and chic leggings to give the collection a refreshing rock ’n’ roll edge and modern sophistication. Be the first to shop the limited-time collection on August 31 at 235 Macy’s stores and macys.com.

Stretch your budget, and maximize your style, with these amazingly affordable stretchy jeans by Forever 21. Pair them endlessly with your favorite tees, cardigans, and blazers and easily transition them from winter to spring by tucking them into boots or pairing them with platform wedges. For an insane steal at $9.50, you can add a new pair, a new rinse, and a new wash, ready-to-wear for every single day of the week!

Perfect for the bargain-buyer, budget-savvy, and denim-addicted, each Forever 21 denim pair has a traditional five pocket construction, zip fly, belt-loops and button tab waist. Made of cotton, polyester, and spandex the Forever 21 Skinny Ankle Jean has all the right elements that make a great pair of pants with comfortable fabric, sturdy stitching, and overall construction. There really is no need to sacrifice comfort and craftsmanship for a smaller price point. After all, a fashionista can never have too many jeans!

Also available for $9.50 is the traditional length Forever 21, Fab Skinny Jean, and theClassic Fit in Indigo.

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The SeeZenn.com fashion show is later today and I’ve been stalking their website with products I want to purchase. They have already provided me my fabulous attire for the evening. The leopard print dress below. Woot woot! Heard it was going to rain so I wanted to stay warm and fabulous! (and if you didn’t know already, I’m a NUT about animal prints. )

 

Here a few other things I’m jotting down on my list of fall/winter fashion shopping:

This Short Sleeve Dress

This Military Jacket. Big trend for fall 2010

And I love the lace and bedazzle on this cutie. I’d wear it everyday!

See you tonight, ladies! Here is the article to the Fashion for more details and to find out how to RSVP: http://www.examiner.com/beauty-and-accessories-in-san-francisco/fall-fashion-show-at-seezenn-com-s-new-westfield-shop

For more details read my article on the Examiner.com

I adore MANGO stuff! Especially this season where the adorable curvy and insanely gorgeous ScarJo graces the face of their ads and magazine. MANGO fashion reminds me of one of my favorite fashion decades: The urban rhapsody of 70′s style that is effortless, functional, and feminine. Exactly the kind of clothes that I absolutely adore. Here is a list of the four products that I’m going to track, find, and purchase at tomorrow’s Marie Claie and MANGO event at 5:00 pm.

1. HANDBAG G CANTINA C - I have a thing for Cantina-style bags. It reminds me of traveling, going on adventures, and carrying everything you would possible need for the trip. I want MANGO’s in Toffee. Really just because I have enough black purses and the toffee color will look great with the adorable greige and light gray boots I just bought.

2. BOOT 6/1 VALLIT2 C - I have a feeling that these are going to be my go-to boots for fall 2010. They go with EVERYTHING! from a cute pheasant dress to black tights to jeans…Did I say everything?

3. DRESS WTD SETEMBRE - I love a great dress. One that can get me through San Francisco’s unpredicatble weather of freezing cold and sunshine is a “winner, winner chicken dinner” in my book. This one is beautiful. With adorable colors amidst a black background, makes for maximum mix and matching with my wardrobe.

4. HANDBAG M MADELLT3 - Okay. I couldn’t stop at three. And I lied. I, so, I lied. I can not get enough black bags in my closet and black bags with quilts? I LOVE! This one is only $69.90 is a steal! I might get one in every color if I’m feeling fabulous tomorrow night.

See you there, ladies. Word is there will be cocktails! Woot woot.

Not every celebrity designer gets their feet off the ground in the fashion biz, but for those paparazzi faves that can get the star-quality and fashion-quality combination correct, they’ve defnitely nailed it again come this fashion season of Fall 2010. We’ve got three fabulous A-lister whose lines deliver:

 

Jessica Simpson

According to Fabsugar, “For Fall ’10, look forward to dark rinse denim skinnies paired with slick wool coats, cargo pants contrasted with faux fur vests, and dressy jumpsuits. Furthermore, suede wraparound sandals and tough lace-up booties instantly add a modern, tough touch.” Check out the whole line by clicking here.

 

Twenty8Twelve by S. Miller (Sienna and Savannah)

Sienna and Savannah’s Fall Campaign delivers the ultimate coveted British-Hollywood chic that every fashionista will be wearing the end of this year and onward. Effortless, urban, and perfectly executed. See the rest at Style.com by clicking here.

 

Dereon by Beyonce

Beyonce (and her mom) definitely brought out the rockstar for Fall. This video alone gets me in the mood to sport a faux-hawk and those studded tights. Hope they don’t scratch.

How effing fall fashion-tastic.