Tag: Fashion

30Nov

Ski Gear: Hit The Slopes In Style In These Chic Options

ski gear, winter clothes

Many people prefer to spend Christmas while skiing up in the mountains.  This year I’m determined to improve my skiing abilities by taking together with my son, local classes at a nearby ski facility.  I imagine it would be a good idea to actually be able to ski before I decide to plan a trip to Aspen.  The ski gear, however, needs no preparation or training, these are winter clothes that can be used on and off the slopes.

ski gear, winter clothes

As chic as these ski-ready gear are, they are also great to keep you warm while walking around town, while having hot drinks at a local cafe or just enjoying the crisp sun outside.  I could use the oversized fair isle cardigan, below combined with skinny pants any day of the weekend.  These Montelliana hiker boots (further below) are just as chic as they are practical.  This other pair of leather and shearling boots are also great looking.  A stylish turtleneck fair sweater is a must for those chilly winds while skiing.  A varsity sweater like this one is a classic sport winter sweater and a waterproof insulated down parka will of course keep you warm.

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19Nov

Chic Outfits To Wear For Thanksgiving

This Thanksgiving we are catering the whole meal since we don’t want to deal with the cooking.  We’ll keep things simple this year, for personal reasons.  We have been dealing with a very painful situation close to our heart, and for those reasons, we’ll not be putting too much emphasis into any decor or fashion.  However, those who have all the reasons to celebrate and enjoy every moment of this special Holiday should do it with all their senses.  These 8 Chic Thanksgiving Outfits will help you to shine that night.  Don’t forget to check out the best designers sale that start today at Net-A-Porter, Moda Operandi, Barneys and others.

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09Nov

Be Everyday Stylish In These Comfortable Loose Pants

loose pants, stirrup knit pants

I have recently realized that I need to put more interest on pants.  I have about three times more tops than pants and that’s got to change.  If you are like me and don’t want to look too put together on a daily basis when running errands and going about your days, however you still want to look stylish just enough, then you should aim for loose pants that look chic while still comfortable.  Don’t get me wrong I do like my skinny jeans with boots once in a while but it comes time when I want a rest from it and just feel comfortable and chic at the same time.  All these loose pants below have in common, a high-waist, elastic waistband, and soft or knit fabric.

Clockwise from top left, knit pants in a jogger silhouette with high-rise waistline.   Cozy knit sweater pants with a straight-leg silhouette.  Chino pants.  High-waisted plaid pants with bow.

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02Nov

Five Blazers To Upgrade Your Basics This Season

hourglass blazer
hourglass blazer

Structured hourglass blazer

No other clothing piece can effortlessly dress us up as easily and conveniently as a blazer.  One of the benefits of wearing a blazer is that regardless of the rest of your outfit, a blazer can make you look put-together and elegant.  An added plus? People take you more seriously.  Really!  Either you choose to wear one of these five blazers for work or for transitioning into the evening, they are all on point.

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26Oct

Season’s Chic Double-Breasted Coats: Expensive And Alternatives Ones

The double-breasted coat is the chicest coat of the season, and Balenciaga hourglass figure coat is perhaps the most coveted one.  Here is a selection of this season’s double-breasted coats from the expensive ones to the alternative ones.

Left corner;  this red, blue, and white virgin wool tweed coat is inspired in the 70’s and is hip-length for an elegant casual look.  For a similar version, this bonded wool jacket is an option.  The second from left; the beautiful Balenciaga hourglass-shape coat is very flattering but it’s on the pricey side, this alternative trench coat doesn’t have the same shape but, it has some similar features like lapel collar, checked fabric and padded shoulders.  Another more similar version is this Pagoda one.  The red oversized tartan wool coat is very fitting for the holidays, on the other hand, is even more expensive than the Balenciaga one.  This one may work.  Last but not least, far right, oversized herringbone wool coat.  An oversized plaid long coat as an option.

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19Oct

The New Handbags That Will Upgrade Your Outfit This Season

handbags, bags trend, purses

Handbags can be expensive, I know.  Since a big chunk of our salaries gets allocated to purchasing purses and handbags, no one can blame us if we decide not to get on the trend wagon.  Don’t despair yet.  The great thing nowadays is that there are so many great options of handbags from all price points that it’s easier than ever to find purses of good quality which are also in trend.  Then we can invest the more significant money on classic bags that will never go out of style, but for now, we’ll focus on the purse trends this Fall.

handbags, bags trend, purses

Street Style Photograph via @Scandinavianfashions

All in all, we aren’t really trendy if after evaluating Fall’s best fashion trends, we fail to do the same with the accessories that will spruce up those outfits.  We got our everyday ankle boots covered; now it’s the time for our purse collection to get equal treatment.  This season is offering up bags in unusual shapes, in many different materials from chunky chain handles, lucite and fringes.  The belt bag is still a must for the fashion lady who prefers hand free bags.  A pretty saddle with fringe is always fun and comes with an excellent price tag.

handbags, purses trends

Photo via @thestylestalkercom

Left Chloe mini crossbody bag, a similar while more affordable option here.

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