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New in suiting...

Photos courtesy of Don Ashby, Carolina Herrera, Donna Karan, J.Mendel, Zara, Style

Suits have come a long way.. No more drab 'uniform' you wear to your cubicle. These new powersuits make a statement.. Even in an office environment... The lines appear familiar, but yet there are new twists. The materials, the colors, the shoulders...all very powerful. I am loving the dark hues and the structuring of the jackets.

1. Zara
2. Michael Kors
3. J.Mendel
4. Elie Tahari
5. Carolina Herrera
6. Donna Karan

The Trench

It is the time of the year where many of us find ourselves in, shall I say, non-advantageous weather conditions. It is for that reason, that we must find ways to protect our valuable suits during our commutes to and from work and during our nights out.
The classic trench coat is a piece that every fashion conscious man should have hanging in his closet. It will never go out of style and can become one of the staples of your wardrobe along with those vintage boots and your favorite pair of jeans.

Some of my favorites:

Work:
Armani Collezioni - Double Breasted, $1,295
Burberry - Double Breasted, $1,295
Armani Exchange - Cotton Trench, $196
Loro Piana - Oxford Storm Trench, On Sale: $1,137

Play:
Guess - Downpour Trench, On Sale: $34.98
John Varvatos - Double Breasted, $595

asos.com, $51

Call me a sucker for a high-waisted pencil skirt, but this one takes the 'basic' out of the office staple. Sexy, polished, and anything but boring, this ASOS skirt is sick sick sick...

Office Basics: the Perfect Bag

As a business woman, you're probably carrying personal items, your laptop, documents, and even occasionally a camera to the office. In other words, you need a large, functional bag, that looks luxurious. Thankfully, there is quite the variety out there. Whether it's a designer bag, that's big enough for all of your stuff, or a laptop bag that looks like a pretty purse, there's plenty to choose from.


1. Chloé Large shoulder bag, $1670
2. DKNY crocodile bag, $295
3. MIU MIU leather tote, $1295


1. McKlein Laptop Case $112
2. Moonsus Laptop Tote, $208

Office Basics: the Wrap Dress

asos.com dress $76
Calypso Julia dress, $69
Allsaints Levlon dress, $135
Yesstyle.com dress, $39

This basic is my absolute favorite. When in doubt, I always turn to a good wrap dress. Add a scarf, black tights, and you have a fast work appropriate look. I tend to gravitate towards dresses anyway, simply because they are always flattering on me and I look put together, even if I just threw it on in five minutes. The other reason you can't ever have too many wrap dresses: they are day-to-night proof. Add some jewelry and a nice clutch, and you are ready to go out for a few cocktails.

Switching gears

photos courtesy of JCrew

We decided to change the direction of this blog slightly, and focus primarily on office apparel. What to wear to work is usually the dilemma we face every morning. Keeping up with fashion and incorporating it into our office looks, while staying on budget is no easy feat, but very much doable. So, check back for latest office fashion and budget-friendly alternatives.

Brighten up!

Who says winter coats have to be drab? As Michael Kors has proven with his winter collection, neon perfectly compliments the dark winter tones. Pink, orange, yellow will brighten up the gray season for me, and I'll look forward to leaving the house in freezing temperatures. Well, that might be pushing it.. Let's say I won't dread the weather as much.

1. Michael Kors Swing Coat, $2,795
2. Pink Funnel-Neck Coat, Old Navy, $89
3. Canary Wool Herringbone Funnel-Neck Coat, Urban Outfitters, $158
4. Blue French Connection Song Bird Coat, $298
5. Yellow Delia's Military Peacoat, $89

Must-have boots of the season

1. Bakers Shoes $110 • 2. Jessica Simpson $160 • 3. Aldo Shoes $160 • 4. AK Anne Klein $169 • 5. Bakers Shoes $110

More Designer Collabos

We, the consumers keep profiting from the current economic crisis... Even more designers are collaborating with major retailers to get us their prêt-à-porter. I'm all for it... If it means I can get my Jimmy Choos at a fraction of the cost at H&M, or Gaultier!!! at Target, I'm a happy girl. Just the other day I was like a kid in the candy store, rummaging through the Anna Sui racks at Tar-zheeee... oh, what a lovely world we live in... fashion is becoming less and less highbrow, and the designers have finally figured out where the money is...

Jimmy Choo Shoes ($99-149), In selected stores November 14th

Jean Paul Gaultier for Target, March 2010

New in Men's Suiting

Rag & Bone

Paul Smith

William Rast

Band of Outsiders

Michael Kors

I'm loving the Spring 2010 menswear... It's looking quite refreshing. Lots of color...
Rag & Bone is putting a laid back spin on the traditional, by adding vests, and leather jackets. That Cabernet red jacket is so delish, I WANT IT NOW... Lots of color at Paul Smith and Michael Kors also. Kors is playing with lavender... Quite brave for a man's suit, but oh-so-perfect. Loving the baggier pants / Miami Vice jacket combination... Band of Outsiders is keeping it classic, but adding accessories in bright colors. And again, lots of vests and t-shirts everywhere. Great way to wear suit jackets without looking overly stuffy...

Akris Spring/Summer 2010

Current obsession...

the anatomy of givenchy

Give me black, white, architecture, and draping.... and lots of tulle... If I had to guess, that's what went through Riccardo Tisci's subconscious when he designed his Spring 2010 Ready-to-Wear Collection for Givenchy. This feast for the eye is so simple, yet absolutely powerful. The structured jackets are sick, and I want each and every single one... the dresses are feminine yet there's androgyny, and the pants are never-ending. The pointy hats are totally something straight out of Coneheads.

Mad Fashion

Every Sunday we tune in to escape into a flawed, and insanely beautiful time, where men were rascals and women were true ladies... By watching the Mad Men and women we forget about our boring modern lives, while desperately searching our bar for that martini mix we got for Christmas a few years back. And the clothes... oh the clothes. Absolutely immaculate. Each outfit consisting of several pieces, tailored to perfection, curve-hugging on the ladies, and powerful on the men. I couldn't help myself so I sought out Mad Men inspired modern pieces.




wool coat $650, net-a-porter

Alexander McQueen pencil dress, net-a-porter
DNKY dress, $165, net-a-porter



express.com suiting $79-228


Modcloth, $48


Jcrew suiting $125-375


Jcrew dress $188



Jcrew dress $99

Jc Penney dress, $50


etsy.com

Mod cloth, $55

Ann Taylor's welcomes Fall...

No other store gets me feeling more cozy than Ann Taylor. These modern classics always held a special place in my heart. And no other store in the mall does separates better. Their 2009 fall line is exquisite. Neutrals, with pops of subtle color, lux fabrics and polished cuts. Do I dare say, it almost makes me wish for cold weather.

Rrrrowl....

Back in full swing, fresh off my vacation, and I'm not ready to face the cooler weather... However, I do have to say that Fall fashions are definitely my favorite. The rich colors and the cozy fabrics make the rainy weather easier to deal with. Lately, I have been gravitating toward animal prints in the pieces I buy. I don't know why, must be the Leo within me. The bolder the better. Whether it's a Zebra print, Leopard, or Snake, I grab it. Pair it with a neutral and some jewelry, and you'll look like a million bucks.

AGB Sweater $48.00, Macy's

Michael Kors large shoulder bag, $298, Nordstrom
Jazzy Trench Coat, $148, Boden Usa
BKE Animal Print Wallet, $16, Buckle.com
Betsey Johnson Platforms, $170, Lord and Taylor


N.Y.L.A Animal Print Platform, $25, DSW.com
Arden B Tunic, $38, ArdenB.com

over the knee

The over-the-knee boot seems to be the boot everyone wants this Fall season. And what a great trend it is. Finally a cut that elongates your legs, and keeps your knees nice and warm. Don't be afraid to wear these on top of some skinny jeans, or with your favorite short dress. Pick a suede boot in a vibrant shade for a polished fall look.


Photos courtesy of Coutorture


Stuart Weitzman Stanza boots $295

Bakers Lila boot $159.95
Bakers Barby boot $99.95