Friday, February 27, 2015

Post #4: NY Times Blog Review

The New York Times is known for their scholarly writing and intellectual thoughts. While reading the fashion blog, I realized that they use a lot of jargon to describe the latest fashions. They are very descriptive and specific, and although you're reading about fashion, it can teach you a lot about writing. I'm going to review an article on Gucci's show at Milan Fashion Week and analyze the descriptive words and jargon used. 



1. Silhouette
Below the knee skirts
Trouser suits
Asymmetric tiers of pleats
Oversize tortoise shell eyeglasses
Turbans
Sweater vests
Beanie hats
2. Design/Details
Pleated 
Floral print
Lace mini-dresses
3. Color
Pink and red
Rose-speckled
4. Fabric
See-through point d'esprit
Leather
Mink
Chiffon
Lurex
Rabbit
Brocade
5. Creative "Jargon"
Cousin It
Next big thing
Nostalgic romance 
Haute flea market world
"The contemporary is the untimely"





Wednesday, February 18, 2015

Post #3: My NYC Street-Style Finds

It has been a rough couple of weeks here in New York with the abundance of snow and freezing cold temperatures. I have been finding it hard to dress because I want to stay as warm as I can, while still looking chic and stylish. I found some amazing looks on the streets of New York City to help inspire both myself and you guys on what to wear until spring finally makes an appearance!

Look #1: Splash of Print
Meagan wore this outfit to Lincoln Center during Mercedes Benz Fashion Week to look around and take pictures. She was actually mistaken for a well known fashionista due to her awesome outfit! She paired a loud midi dress with a leather jacket and black booties to tone the print down a bit. She also accessorized with chic sunglasses and a structured handbag. It was just the right amount of color.

                                                        Look #2: All Black Everything

This look is simple, yet so chic (and warm, too)! Laura paired together an all black ensemble consisting of a sweater, skinny jeans, black leather booties, and her leather Marc Jacob's bag. She decided to accessorize with a wide brim hat, which I personally think makes this outfit. Laura's camel colored overcoat jazzes up her black on black clothing, giving her a degree of sophistication and edge. 


These two styles were fabulously executed. Especially at FIT, students love to wear black but they don't want to seem too boring, so they add little details like both Meagan and Laura to make their style unique. Stay warm and think spring! 

Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Post #2: A Spring Must-Have

With spring approaching, we are all dreaming of the snow disappearing off of the New York City streets and warmer weather coming our way. I am going to fast-forward you even further into the fashion world of Spring 2016. I did some research on the trend forecasting database, Fashion Snoops, and found what I think everyone should be prepared to buy. The midi dress is going to be one of the most crucial items for every woman to own for the upcoming season. Whether she wants to wear a tight style or a full skirt style, any woman can rock one. The way the dress lands between a woman's knees and ankles gives the style such a sophisticated, updated, chic look that no one can resist. Designs are expected to be varied from deep v-necks, belted waists, center and side slits, and even halter necks. Below are a few of my favorite looks that have been released so far. This is for sure to be a spring staple of mine!





Thursday, February 5, 2015

Post #1: My Fav Blogs

So why is it that our generation is so intrigued by bloggers? Because we can relate. Blogging has changed and is continuing to change the world of fashion. It is a prevalent resource in both my workplace as a merchandising intern at LOFT, as well as my schooling at the Fashion Institute of Technology. Young people interested in fashion, like myself, look to bloggers for style inspiration. I prefer looking toward bloggers for fashion ideas because they wear clothes that the majority of us can afford, as opposed to a celebrity being dressed in head to toe designer clothing.  I've chosen three of my favorite bloggers to share with you who have inspired me over the past few years and allowed me to evolve into the style I have today. 


1. The Man Repeller

http://www.manrepeller.com

The Man Repeller, an average New York City woman, is one of my favorite bloggers because she has no problem being herself. She inspires me to push the boundaries of fashion, specifically through the way she pulls off her overalls, mom jeans,  and turtlenecks. This blogger is daring with her outfit choices and inspires me to do the same. Her hysterical personality matches up with her sense of style- she never fails to make me laugh.



2. The Blonde Salad

I have watched The Blonde Salad turn into the amazing blog it has become and it has been an awesome experience doing so. Chiara Ferragni is from Italy and has an exceptional sense of style. Not only does she post about fashion, though. She travels the world and keeps her fans updated along her journeys- including all the delicious food she comes across! She started off wearing inexpensive clothing, but has now obviously blown up into a multi-million dollar phenomenon, so she is commonly seen in designers from Chanel to Hermes. Regardless, I still love checking out her blog and encourage you to do the same!


3. Sincerely, Jules

I first discovered Sincerely, Jules through her Instagram page and instantly connected with her. This Los Angeles blogger has such a keen eye for putting things together, especially her outfits. She seems to be extremely passionate about what she does, which translates into her personality, as well as her style. Her fashion sense is exactly how I would describe my own, therefore I usually look to her for inspiration before anyone else. She always gets it right when it comes to fashion, but does so in an effortless, chic way. I would kill to have Sincerely, Jules' closet, as I'm sure any other woman my age would. Check her out!