N.Y Times (Blog Post #4)

The article I read this week was entitled, "Blood and Roses, Circles and Swans," by Vanessa Friedman. It covers Paris fashion week, sharing their experiences at shows such as Jean Paul Gaultier, Céline, Comme des Garçons and more. Here is a breakdown of the fashion reporter's language:

1. Silhouette and Design:
- Cone bra corset dresses
- Insouciant historical shapes
- Stocking tops
- Side tied, leg exposing, tablecloth apron wrap skirts
- Knit tank dresses
- Biased cut dresses
- Odd circular cut-outs on the sides of sleeveless tunics
- Slouchy, silk trouser suits
- Hoop skirts
- Enormously hooded capes
- Halter tops belted into shape
- Ultra mini skorts

2. Details:
- Marinière stripes
- Floral brocades
- Three tiers of fringing
- Three gold locks in place of buttons

3. Color:
- Crayola-bright
- Navy coats
- Crimson strips of leather
- Stippled by splatter
- Dove gray
- Ballet-shoe pink
- Washed-out army green

4. Fabric:
- Pinstripe suiting
- Flattened, plasticized, layered
- 1970's floral
- Horizontal strips of silk
- Red leather
- Basket woven from chiffon
- White vinyl
- Crinolin

5. Creative "Jargon":
- Crystalline Americana
- Gender-bending
- Swirling structured volumes
- Whorls of frills

Source: http://www.nytimes.com/2014/09/30/fashion/paris-fashion-week-jean-paul-gaultier-celine-phoebe-philo-comme-des-garcons-rei-kawakubo.html?ref=fashion

N.Y Street Style Trend: Midi Skirts! (Blog Post #3)

This week, i headed to Lincoln Center to see what our fellow New Yorkers were wearing during this transition from summer to fall. To no surprise, I found many women wearing a new favorite- midi skirts! Unlike the mini skirt, the midi skirt is much more ladylike, professional and perfect for New York's unpredictable weather around this time! Here are a few photos I snapped at Lincoln Center, plus my own version of the trend:

Perfectly ladylike and chic- black and white goes well in any season!

Summer's not over yet! Her floral patterned midi skirt, white crop top and cute heels keep the summer vibes going.

Her all black ensemble is given a fun edge with her transparent top. The midi skirt balances out her daring look!

Here is my take on this trend! I paired my raspberry-colored midi skirt from F&F with a white leather jacket from Forever 21 and a floral scarf from Wet Seal.

(Don't mind the mess in the background! A fashionista has to have A LOT of options.)

One Key Item for Fall 2015 (Blog Post #2)

Although we are just barely into Fall 2014 (hello apple picking and pumpkin-sceneted everything!), it's never too early to be thinking about our Fall 2015 wardrobes! Designers and trend forecasters would certainly agree, since all designers work at least a year in advance. After looking at the forecasting for Fall 2015, I chose the Cape as my Fall 2015 key item. This look has just begun its turn as a trend, and I think that by Fall 2015, it will have made its way from celebrities and fashionistas to the streets! In a variety of colors, prints and fabrics, this jacket is both practical and chic.

Source: www.fashionsnoop.com

My Favorite Fashion Blogs (Blog Post #1)

3. Michelle Phan

One of my favorite YouTube beauty gurus, Michelle Phan, is truly an inspiration to many young women. Her videos and posts are not just makeup tutorials, but are chock full of helpful tips and boosts of confidence. She's come far since her first video post back in 2007, including creating FAWN (For All Women Network), becoming an ambassador for IPSY's Glam Bag, and finally, launching her own makeup line, EM Michelle Phan in August of 2013 with L'Oreal. Here are some of my favorite Michelle moments:

Source: michellephan.com

2. The Beauty Department: Your Daily Dose of Pretty

Okay, so this may not be a fashion blog, but our outfits certainly wouldn't be complete without fun makeup and a new 'do. This blog posts new hair, makeup and nail looks on a daily basis, so you don't have to look very far for inspiration! They're on top of every new trend, and give you easy to follow instructions so you can do it yourself. Check out some of my fave looks:

With easy to follow written out instructions, plus helpful diagrams, The Beauty Department makes re-creating their nail looks super easy!

Source: thebeautydepartment.com

1. P.S.- I Made This…

P.S. I Made This is my favorite fashion blog of all! With the motto of, "I see it. I like it. I make it," this  blog continues to inspire the fashionista on a budget! Founded by Erica Domesek in 2009, she continues to replicate many expensive pieces with budget-friendly, personalized touches! Here are some of my favorite DIY's…

Source: psimadethis.com