Saturday, January 27, 2007

runway to real way

my sneakers came! they're beautiful, of course. i'm so excited! the only problem is that they're a tad big and i'll have to get some heel inserts. not a big deal

i was browsing on Piperlime and i found some really adorable clunky heels. of course i added them to my beloved froogle wishlist:
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pelle moda cloud $155
now if only i had some place to wear them to...


so you're probably thinking by now, "your title is totally deceiving me!". yeah, about that. i was reading the wall street journal this morning (shocking, i know) and i was in the PURSUITS section when, right there, calling my name, was an article on spring trends! they were saying that spring 07's trends are really daring and some may not respond well to them. and they had a section on runway to reality which made me think of how everyone always wants to mimic designer duds without the designer price. so here's my guide for you to being chic and trendy for spring 2007. enjoy!

METALLICS
runway
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balenciaga

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doo.ri

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pollini

real-way
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american apparel lame legging $36
paired with a black shift dress or a denim mini, these metallic leggings go from crazy to chic. the one rule for metallics this spring: go all out or accent dark neutrals.

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norma kamali for everlast $295
perfect for going out and easily dressed down with leggings and flats

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left of center lurex minidress $130
be sure to keep accessories simple and minimal. metallic doesn't need any jewelry so put down the necklace!

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satin tie ballet flats $25
these satin ballerina flats are perfect with skinny jeans and a simple scoop-neck top. red would be a perfect accent color.

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tara subkoff for easy spirit leena $215
in these sky-high platforms, the paparazzi will be all over you! best paired with a comfy hoodie or simple tee, bright skinnies and bug-eyed sunglasses.

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sparkle & fade satin wide strap cami $24
the lace-embellished cami is a simple way to pull off spring's fashion-forward trend. be sure to pair this with neutrals, like dark denim and cuffed short shorts.


BOLD PRINTS
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diane von furstenberg

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marc jacobs

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marni

real-way
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fei ticket punch blouse $118
this blouse is so versatile! it can be dressed up with a black pencil skirt and classic pumps or dressed down with dark wash skinny jeans and your favorite flats.

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orla kiely take-a-hike a-line $220
i've been eying this tree-printed dress for quite some time now. it's perfect for dinner with the family or a friend's sweet sixteen. i'd throw it on over black footless tights and black patent flats.

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moss groto skirt $88
not only is this skirt up with the latest trend for spring, it's also grandmother approved. it's not whore-ish-ly short and it's totally school appropriate.

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jcrew san remo-print merino sweater $110
luckily for me, jcrew is throwing it's vintage san remo print on all of it's basics! from shorts to sweater to flats, you'll want to wear them all at once. this busy print is best suited with jeans or a basic short.

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floral printed mary janes $14
i absolutely adore this print! these cotton flats are so comfy and so cute, making them the perfect summer flat.

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printed tote with taping $38
skip the backpack and try on this vintage-inspired tote. it's big enough to fit all your books and it goes right on the shoulder.


SHORTS
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adam + eve

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luella

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emilio pucci

real-way
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american eagle favorite patchwork short $40
shorts are always a must for spring and this preppy pair will certainly get the job done. i can just picture myself at the cape wearing these gorgeous shorts and my gladiator sandals.

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hollister co. topanga denim short short $35
denim short shorts are my newest obsession! you can do so much with them. for the winter months, i'd pair mine with tights but when spring comes along, take a cue from adam + eve and go for a preppy vibe. throw on your favorite tank, a cardigan and jack rodgers and your good to go!

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marc by marc jacobs kansas stripe shorts $178
these structured marc by marc shorts remind me of the railroad. the bubble sillouhette is perfectly flirty for spring.

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totem clambake shorts $78
although these shorts are tad fourth-of-july, they'd be so cute with neutrals, like camel and leather gladiators!

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delias anne short $27
adorable baby pink is just what spring's calling for! pair these shorts with a flowy white cami, a structured denim vest and leather sandals for a preppy sienna miller feel.

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jcrew pinwale cord roll-up short $78
who knew cord could be so inviting for spring? these jcrew roll-up shorts are perfect with tailored shirts and loose-fitting tunics.


CRAYOLA HUES
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preen

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dsquared2

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christopher kane

real-way
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american apparel cotton spandex jersey legging $26
i am truly baffled that i still don't have a pair of these! take a boring outfit, add some colorful leggings and you're on your way to style heaven!

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azul slingbacks $228
i absolutely love these! the color is incredible, as is the red accent. i'd pair these with denim shorts, a gray babydoll sweater and a yellow necklace.

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bdg bright 5-pocket skinny pant $59
i am truly obsessed with bright skinnies for spring! i can't wait to get my hands on them. they'd brighten up any boring skinnies-flats combo and they're just what my closet's been yearning for!

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piped peeptoe skimmer $28
i have these in yellow and they're just so cute! they're actually quite comfy, too. and breathable enough for spring.

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delias jamie colorblock tank $30
i'd wear this tank with jeans, leather sandals and chunky bangles in contrasting colors.

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jcrew chino sailor pants $78
even jcrew made-over their classic chino pants just for spring! this yellow hue is totally unexpected and surprisingly chic. paired with navy, these are perfect for the dinner with the family or silly college tour your parents are dragging you on.



overall, i'm totally psyhed for spring! normally at this time of year, i'm still living it up in the snow and skiiny my heart out. but, unfortunately, mother nature is having some major pms or something and there is no snow to be found, only frigid below-zero temperatures, meaning i can't look cute even if i try! i hope i've helped you all with your spring style and just remember, a trend is a trend, but wear what you want!


be like barbie and rock the bold prints

posted by megan at 11:10 PM 68 comments

Sunday, January 21, 2007

super sunday

ooh i ordered the sneakers! i'm so excited!!! and i got them for $30 less than the ones from urban outfitters! YES
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reebok BB 5600 firefly $68.98
i'm really excited about them. they'll be amazing, i just know it!

did you know that on froogle you can make an ongoing shopping list? it's incredible! i just made mine about 15 minutes ago and i'm so glad i did. you can find everything you need and just add it to your wishlist! i'll definitely be using this for the rest of my life.

the pats are playing the colts today in the AFC championship. i really hope it's a good game and that the pats win.


pray for snow so i can ski and wear my wonderful oakley goggles

posted by megan at 5:52 PM 2 comments

Saturday, January 20, 2007

let's talk skinny

of course skinny pants and jeans are the talk of all worthy fashionistas, myself included. although i do not happen to fit the term "skinny" with my size 8 waist on a good day, i still don my skinny jeans quite frequently (i know, a fashion don't, as some of you would term it).

celebrities like kate moss, nicole richie, mischa barton and other fashionable starlets are often credited with starting the skinny trend (pant sillohuettes and waistlines included).



kate moss, nicole richie, mischa barton, lindsay lohan, michelle williams, sienna miller

skinnies became a real hit in the fashion world last spring through spreads in teen vogue and spring 06 rtw collections

balenciage, luella, imitation of christ

teen vogue june/july 2006

skinnies used to be for the fashion-daring. now, go into any mainstream chain store and you'll find skinny and bootcut jeans side-by-side.
take american eagle, for instance. before the skinny became the new black, they only sold the classic bootcut and flared jeans. the skinny 77 stretch jean is a pretty good mimic of this season's biggest (or skinniest, should i say) trend. and at a mere $50, your average high schooler can be just as chic as the starlets.

my favorite thing about skinny jeans is the way they make me feel. it's like throwing on jeans and a t-shirt suddenly became cool and chic. you can wear ANYTHING with them and you'll still look amazing without trying too hard. let's try some combinations, shall we? using those ae skinnies:

PREPPY/CLASSIC


jcrew striped melanie blouse $75, baja flats $118




BOJO/HIPPIE

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lux pieced contrast print voile $48 minnetonka lace up bootie $48


BRIGHT/ECLECTIC
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ella moss waldo banded bottom tank $62 kimichi & blue babydoll cardigan $68 bermuda island scarf $20 ankle strap skimmer $48


EDGY/ROCKER
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diesel tholon tee $60 uo cropped zip moto jacket $98 boombox necklace $10
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keds champion canvas distressed slip on $40


SPORTIE
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truly madly deeply rainbow hoodie $54 boston celtics shamrock tee $32 reebok fire fly hi top $100

hopefully that gave you some idea of how to wear your skinnies. a big trend is voluminous tunics and tops. and it's okay to wear your dresses over your second-skin jeans! if you're really daring, you might even try a mini skirt. you really can wear any shoes with skinnies. flip flops tend to look a big awkward so opt for a more structured flat sandal. i love wearing flats, vans and old school sneakers with mine. or, if you're going out, pair dark wash skinny jeans with platform pumps. the stars prefer christian louboutin but to get that amazing look and same red sole, try oh! deer. or tuck your jeans into boots!

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the newest trend in skinny jeans (yes, there is a trend within a trend) is hues straight from the crayone box! this is my FAVORITE trend for spring! and, luckily, urban outfitters and delias are stocking a ton of them!

skinnies are what you make them, no matter what people tell you. anyone can wear them. the trick with skinnies now is not to look like a middle school clone. whatever you wear, work it.


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jay mccarrol is amazing

posted by megan at 9:54 PM 2 comments