Posts Tagged ‘stripes’

Aleksandra Flora

Trend Report: Stripes

By Aleksandra Flora on Sunday, January 27th, 2013

From runways to street style, we’re seeing stripes everywhere this season! Stripes are easily the biggest trend for Spring 2013. That said, stripes are tricky. If you are planning to try this trend, start by investing in a cotton striped sweater. It’s versatile, lightweight, and the perfect transeasonal piece that you can wear all year long. Wear it over your favorite skinny jeans or cropped trousers during cooler months. Pair it with shorts for that effortlessly chic look during warmer months.

However you decide to wear your stripes, remember to check the fiber content labels to make sure that what you’re getting is made of cotton. We picked a few of our favorite striped looks. Click the images to purchase.

What’s your take on the stripes trend: Love it, or leave it?

Bold Stripes
Striped Top

Striped Top

H&M, $12.95, hm.com

Stripe belted A-line skirt

Stripe belted A-line skirt

Sonia By Sonia Rykiel, $120, soniarykiel.com

Continental Wallet

Continental Wallet

Kate Spade New York™ , $158, katespade.com

Stripe Racerback Maxi Dress

Stripe Racerback Maxi Dress

Everleigh, $79, nordstrom.com

H&M, $12.95, hm.comSonia By Sonia Rykiel, $120, soniarykiel.comKate Spade New York™ , $158, katespade.comEverleigh, $79, nordstrom.com
Aleksandra Flora

From Runway to Real Way: Spring 2013′s Wearable Fashion Trends

By Aleksandra Flora on Wednesday, December 26th, 2012

With the holiday season behind us, now it’s a great time to take inventory of our closets and make Style Resolutions for a New Year. While spring might seem like a long way away, it never hurts to look – so we’ve scoured the catwalks for Spring’s 2013 trends and handpicked looks that you can easily incorporate into your personal style without breaking the bank or abandoning comfort.

Bermuda Shorts: Dana Buchman, $28, kohls.com

Bermuda Shorts: Dana Buchman, $28, kohls.com

Bermuda Shorts were all over the runways this season! Dress them up with a crisp white shirt and heels for an effortlessly chic office look. Or dress them down with a basic tank and flats for a trendy weekend look.

Flats: Diane von Furstenberg, $185, dvf.com

Flats: Diane von Furstenberg, $185, dvf.com

Who says you can't make a statement in flats? Pair these DVF flats with a blouse and cropped pants, for a comfy chic look reminiscent of Audrey Hepburn's timeless style.

Belted Floral Dress: Luck Be a Lady Dress in Potpourri, $74.99, modcloth.com

Belted Floral Dress: Luck Be a Lady Dress in Potpourri, $74.99, modcloth.com

Belted floral dresses are a welcomed Spring 2013 trend. Look for dresses that are shape flattering with a longer hem, then your usual day dress, so you can wear it to the office. After work, lose the cardigan and pair the floral stunner with bold red lips for a feminine chic look perfect for a night out on the town.

Stripes: Striped Shirt, $58, quiksilver.com

Stripes: Striped Shirt, $58, quiksilver.com

Stripes dominated Spring 2013 runways. One of the easiest ways to embrace this tricky trend is to add a few striped cotton tops to your closet. Pair the striped top with skinny jeans and a lightweight cotton army jacket for a look that’s trendy and comfortable.

Sixties Inspired: Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Graphic Dress, $150, soniarykiel.com

Sixties Inspired: Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Graphic Dress, $150, soniarykiel.com

From Gucci’s Hitchcock inspired sophistication to graphic prints, it seems as if designers took a step back in time to the sixties. This mod-inspired, 100% cotton dress, is a statement piece to add to your collection. We love the bold graphic map print that calls out the world's fashion capitals. This funky dress has potential to be a conversation starter and help you steal the show at any party!

Document Clutch: Free People, $58, freepeople.com

Document Clutch: Free People, $58, freepeople.com

These days, everyone at fashion week is armed with an iPad or mini laptop so make sure you protect yours in style. We love this padded, 100% cotton, iPad case with cool pyramid stud embellishments.

Bermuda Shorts were all over the runways this season! Dress them up with a crisp white shirt and heels for an effortlessly chic office look. Or dress them down with a basic tank and flats for a trendy weekend look.Who says you can't make a statement in flats? Pair these DVF flats with a blouse and cropped pants, for a comfy chic look reminiscent of Audrey Hepburn's timeless style.Belted floral dresses are a welcomed Spring 2013 trend. Look for dresses that are shape flattering with a longer hem, then your usual day dress, so you can wear it to the office. After work, lose the cardigan and pair the floral stunner with bold red lips for a feminine chic look perfect for a night out on the town.Stripes dominated Spring 2013 runways. One of the easiest ways to embrace this tricky trend is to add a few striped cotton tops to your closet. Pair the striped top with skinny jeans and a lightweight cotton army jacket for a look that’s trendy and comfortable.From Gucci’s Hitchcock inspired sophistication to graphic prints, it seems as if designers took a step back in time to the sixties. This mod-inspired, 100% cotton dress, is a statement piece to add to your collection. We love the bold graphic map print that calls out the world's fashion capitals. This funky dress has potential to be a conversation starter and help you steal the show at any party!These days, everyone at fashion week is armed with an iPad or mini laptop so make sure you protect yours in style. We love this padded, 100% cotton, iPad case with cool pyramid stud embellishments.
Emily Thompson

Keeping It All In Line

By Emily Thompson on Friday, May 25th, 2012

Keeping It All In Line
Nothing says summer like stripes, right? From beach totes to ballerina flats and everything in between, there is something so casually chic and timelessly trendy about those horizontal little numbers. Over on polyvore, our latest obsession, we put together a little set of our favorite stripes. So, in the interest of “keeping it all in line,” what are your favorite ways to wear this look?
French Connection Scott Stripe Cap Sleeve Dress, $78, Zappos.com
Cap D’Ail Canvas Striped Tote, $228, RalphLauren.com
TOMS ‘Painted’ Wedge, $74.95, Nordstrom.com