Trend Alert - The A-line leather skirt

The A-line leather skirt is a trend that tends to become a basic piece, since there are so many different ways to wear and in every occasion. Here I have 6 ways for you to choose according to your taste. Just follow the links and find all the details of your favorite piece.
Waiting for your thoughts.

Look 1 - Chic

Buy the look

1. Asos denim shirt asos here

2. Leather skirt Rock the outfit here

3. Nuxe Prodigieux le parfum here

4. Micheal by Micheal Kors black tote bag here  

5. Le Specs sunglasses by Koolfly here

6. Apivita lip care here 

7. Tory Burch pointy flat pumps Kalogirou here 

8. NARS limitd edition Phillip Lim nail polish here

Look 2 - Classic

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1. Leather skirt Rock the outfit here

2. Mango high neck knitted top here

3. Michael by Michael Kors tote bag here

4. Asos faux pearl swing earrings here

5. Korres mango lipstick here

6. Fullah sugah pointy suede heels here

7. Fullah sugah satin scarf here

8. NARS blush here

9. Eyeko Alexa Chung "Eye Do" mascara here

Look 3: Sporty

Plain pointy suede look pumps

Plain pointy suede look pumps

Buy the look

1. Leather skirt Rock the outfit here

2. Asos t-shirt here

3. Levi's denim jacket find similar here

4. Esprit fine knit oversized shawl scarf here

5. Grafea Hari Backpack in black here

6. Asos fine open ring pack here

7. Adidas Originals x Pharell Williams Stan Smith trainers here

8. New era 49forty snapback cap here

Look 4: Grunge  

Buy the look

1. Leather skirt Rock the outfit here

2. Asos check shirt here

3.Oasis lola biker boots here

4. Asos oversized color block scarf here

5. BCBGeneration fringed across body bag here

6. Lee Hatton lipstick here

7. Lee Hatton nail polish here

8. Asos pack of rings here

Look 5: Afternoon cocktails

 

Buy the look

1. Leather skirt Rock the outfit here

2. River Island stripe bardot top here 

3. Asos clutch bag here

4. Asos hope heeled sandal here

5. Asos cat-eye sunglasses here

6. Nars semi matte lipstick here 

7. New look marine dial boyfriend watch here  

Look 6: Fancy night out

Buy the look

1.  Lulu Guinness Chloe square clutch bag here

2. Olivia Burton big dial black watch here

3. Lee Hatton lipstick here

4. Asos halcyon heeled sandals here

5. Girls on fire flower cuff earring here

6. Asos high neck lace top here

7. Leather skirt Rock the outfit here

Plain pointy suede look pump

Trend Alert - Culotte

Even if you have nothing to do with fashion and trends, I am sure you have noticed that this Fall/Winter culottes are everywhere. What are culottes you may wonder?They are something like cropped palazzo pants that look like skirts...Confused? Let's take things from the beginning:

Culottes is a word that originated in the French language. Historically, "culottes" referred to the knee-breeches commonly worn by gentlemen of the European upper-classes from the late Middle Ages or Renaissance through the early nineteenth century. 

During the Victorian Era (mid- to late-nineteenth century) long split skirts were developed for horseback riding so that women could sit astride a man's saddle rather than riding side-saddle. The term "culottes" was co-opted from the original French definition of the word to describe these split riding skirts. Later, split skirts were developed to provide women more freedom to do activities such as gardening, cleaning, bike riding, etc. and still look like one is wearing a skirt.

In women's fashion industry Culottes describe a split or divided skirt or any garment which "hangs like a skirt, but is actually pants."

Ok now that we have seen what culottes are, I think it is high time we learned how to wear them.

Black culottes

Cullotes are perfect for women with pear-shaped body as they can emphasise their waist and "hide" their hips. To achieve this, wear your top inside your culotte and prefer high heeled pumps that will make your legs look taller and your figure slimmer.

The black leather culotte is probably the trendiest piece of this Winter) and the white one is the best way to wear white pants on Winter.

Black and leather culottes

Although you may think that culottes should only be worn with something straight and tight on top, that is not necessarily true. After all there are no rules in fashion. Try an oversized sweater or even a cocoon coat and you got the look.

White culottes

Except from black and white, culottes come in a variety of colors. Khaki and burgundy are two amazing ideas and can be worn with a big variety of options. For girly looks try powder pink and fuchsia but avoid tops in matching colors. Grey, white and jeans would make a perfect combination.

 Color culottes

  Pink culottes

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Trend Alert - The plaid shirt

Plaid, check, tartan...No matter how you call it, this shirt is not a trend but a fashion eternity. An all time classic piece that every woman should have in her closet.
Some people may connect it with lumberjacks and '90s grunge rock music, but I am going to show you many ways to style it for different occasions so that you can make looks that stand out.

Lets start with some basics. Jeans and pants, skinny or loose matched with sneakers, biker boots or pumps depending on where you are going. You can wear anything you can imagine on top of it. A leather perfecto jacket for classic rock outfits or even a wool cape can make you look fashionable and can take you from day to night.

Match your plaid shirt with skirts and look feminine and cool at once. My favorite types of skirts would be ripped jean skirts and leather pencil or pleated skirts. Style it with statement necklaces and killer high heel sandals and you will make many heads turn.

Create layers with sweaters and vests for your morning looks...

Or just wear it around your waist...Looks so cool with a bomber jacket.

Who said that you can't match it with more plaid? There are no rules. Use different colors and patterns and style your shirt with a plaid jacket or skirt and create a very bold outfit. Also match it with a very formal skirt in order to look effortless and chic.

No matter what your style is, there is one shirt for you out there. Here are some of my favorites.

Only Checked Shirt With Borg Lining - Find it here

Pull&Bear Boxy Checked Shirt - Find it here

ASOS PETITE Long Sleeve Check Shirt - Find it here

Pop Boutique Check Shirt - Find it here

More plaid shirts here

 

Trend Alert - 20130903

BLUE BLACK

Forget the rule that blue can't be matched with black. The mystery of black teams up with the seduction of dark blue in a dynamic result. Chloe, Lanvin, Armani, Ferre say yes. Are you gonna deny?

Fall/Winter trends for 2013/2014 Part II

TAILORED

Tailored, oversized and pin-striped versions of men suits hit the Fall/Winter 2013-2014 runways. Stella McCartney, Yohji Yamamoto, Maison Martin Margiela picked up the trend with suits reminiscent of the those worn in The Great Gatsby. For women who are strong and confident with their femininity.

Fall/Winter trends for 2013/2014 Part I

Since Fall is about to come it is about time to start reviewing all the trends for Fall/Winter 2013/2014. Tartan, androgynous looks, florals and pastels, bold prints, embelishments, black, navy blue and white are some of the dominant trends. But lets start by presenting with each one of them

TARTAN
Red and green checks, blue and black plaid for rhis seasons' Scottish tartan. Saint Laurent gave the trend a grunge twist while Céline and Stella McCartney kept it masculine creating oversized coats and dresses.

ZARA August/September 2013 Woman Lookbook

Trend Alert - 20130516

The 80's ear cuff is making a come back. First making an appearence last Spring on the runways of Rodarte, Marchesa, Chanel  and Jason Wu and more recently in the Fall collections at Chloe, Thakoon and Dries Van Noten. Combinations of gold and chain, pearls and flowers and even dragon and scorpion shapes the punk rock trend is here to stay. Are you ready to embrace it? I sure am since I already have bought a chic and very affordable version of the trend from ZARA.

 

Trend Alert - 20130224

Go metal with a total silver or bronze outfit for a very bold result or use accessories in metal shades to eccentuate any basic look. Ferragamo, Fendi, Burberry and many more fashion houses suggest it for women who want to look strong and confident.

Trend Alert - 20130207

Japan was the main theme of S/S13 collections for big fashion houses like Prada, Etro and Emilio Pucci. Kimonos, origami inspired tops, florals and dragon prints turned the models into contemporary geishas while the shoes are a new translation of the traditional Japanese okobo sandals. Things are easy when you're big in Japan...

Trend Alert - 20130203

Aetheral see through garments and accessories made out of plexy-glass and plastic. Transparencies that reveal in a chic and discrete way parts of a woman's body. Feminine clothing that express a delicate and fragile side of a woman's character. Use it but always remember that some secrets must remain hidden.

Trend Alert - 20130201

Who said that Spring is all about pastel and florals? Out of the hundreds of shows and thousands of looks, one trend reigned supreme: Checkers board print. Graphic checker and windowpane motifs, as seen at Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors and Balmain, mostly in black and white made 60's mod the biggest trend for S/S13. After all, everything looks better in black and white.

Trend Alert - 20121127

1. Devastee

2. Nicholas Kirkwood

3. Lulu Guinness

4. Charlotte Olympia

5. Charlotte Olympia

6. Charlotte Olympia

7. Diane von Furstenberg

8. Rodarte

9. Diane von Furstenberg

10. Lanvin

11. Nicholas Kirkwood

Trend Alert - 20121029

Burgundy sure is one of the biggest trends this Fall/Winter. Fashion houses like Nina Ricci, Gucci and Ferre have used it to their collections and the result is magic. It is the perfect alternate for black especially for a bold gothic outfit. I already have added a new pair of burgundy waxed pants in my wardrobe, what about you?

Trend Alert - 20121014

Inspired by Camden Town and the 70's the greatest designer houses selected prints for their Fall/Winter '12 collections. Unexpected combos of geometric and Indie prints on dresses, suits and accessories. If you want to make even more heads turn, try print on print. If you are not that bold you can stick to a printed dress or some eye catching accessories as the Basso and Brooke x Cambridge Satchel satchel. If you want to lay your hands on this bad boy, deliveries will begin by the end of October to stores and there is already a waiting list.

Trend Alert - 20120923

Seen them on the runway and on so many street fashion styles and want to make them ours. On the one hand, Nicolas Ghesquière takes us on a Sci-Fi journey with the sweaters he designed for the fashion house Balenciaga and on the other hand Kenzo tiger sweater woke up our animal insticts. It-girl Elena Perminova sure took her Kenzo sweater on an other level, matching with a super fun statement necklace.

Whether you prefer space ships or a wild safari, pack your bags and don't forget your sweater. 

Trend Alert - 20120914

Do it like Peter Pan. In versions ranging from oversized, prim and printed, collars are popping up everywhere and on everyone. Wear them over sweaters and monochrome t-shirts or if you are bold enough, dare to mix and match with prints. Detachable or not, a sophisticated collar will give a chic touch to your outfit. And if you still don't know how to do it, I'm sure you will find many inspiring ideas from Alexa Chung's outfits.

If you like drama, then a statement necklace is your answer. Many designer houses such as Lanvin and Dolce&Gabbana have embraced oversized, larger than life necklace. A trend that has been around for some years now this Fall/Winter is bolder then ever. Designers don't only recommend them over dark colors and simple lines, but combine them with lace, brocade and oversized earrings to create a theatrical result.  The look is eye-catching and is sure to make you the center of attention!

Trend Alert - 20120908

Inspired by Roy Lichtenstein, designer Phillip Lim created a collection full of color, pop aesthetic and emotions. For his collection he used materials such as plastic and leather. The collection consists of two parts: "The Bang collection" and the "The Breakup collection". The "Crying Girl" cosmetics bag and the "Breakup Bag" have already become a trend and are in many fashionistas' closets.
Fashion is a form of art, but this is wearing art in the litteral sense.

Trend Alert - 20120904

The triumph of Blue. For F/W 2012 designers used every different shade of blue in a big variety of textiles. A wide range of blue, from cobalt and sapphire to blue azure, was the inspiration for big fashion houses like Chanel, Ferre, Moschino and Balenciaga. 

Whether you prefer it in monochrome or in a bold print like the ones from Mary's Katrantzou collection or if you just had enough of all the black and greys for Winter dare to wear it.