Jun 26, 2013 | Fashion
jouetie double flamingo T-shirt, Tabio neon chiffon-trim socks, YOIM furfur ruffled sweatshirt
I’ve almost hit up all my favorite shopping districts after almost 2 weeks in Japan…and I’ve definitely sketched, photographed, and bookmarked more than I’ve bought (not being able to fit into the sizing here anymore helps with curbing one’s purchases!!;-). A couple happy finds include an oversized Summery-print tongue-in-cheek Flamingo tee, a deeply-discounted ruffled hoodie from one of my favorite brands furfur (originally $200 knocked down to $69-which is HUGE for furfur), pretty neon chiffon-trimmed socklets, and a whole bevy of unusual single-ear earrings.
various gold script earring cuffs, filigree earring cuff, rhinestone earrings cuff, and dangling L-O-V-E and celestial earring back sets
Now off to hang out with Hub’s grandparents, who are excitedly waiting for their great-grandson to come home from school…
xo
Carly
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Jan 31, 2013 | Media
If you haven’t heard of it already, you HAVE to check out FASHGIF, a Tumblr blog devoted to quirky animated gifs created from runway photos. It’s the perfect marriage of my two loves, animation and fashion. Spend a little time browsing through the archives…and be delighted with all the whimsical moving creations.
xo
Carly
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Jan 13, 2013 | DIY, Fashion
Spring is just around the corner – and I can’t wait to update my wardrobe with all the fun trends on they way. Get a head start with some DIY ideas for these major Spring 2013 trends:
#7: Delicate White Lace
Pristine, white, and sweet: cutwork and lace evoked innocence at Emilio Pucci and Giambattista Valli (above). Try lacy lingerie peeking out of a boxy top, or fully embrace the trend with a pretty lace dress.
…or, DIY this trend with my Lace Maxi-Skirt made from a Curtain
#6: Peekaboo Pieces
Spring is one of the best times to show a little skin, and BCBG Max Azria (above) and Cushnie et Ochs thought the same. Update your wardrobe with some strategically-placed cutouts to let the sun in.
…or, DIY this trend with A Pair and a Spare’s Carven Inspired Cut Out Mini Dress
#5: Black Mesh
Mesh was super-sexy at Celine (above) and Calvin Klein, and just a little of it goes a long way. Try adding a small insert into a key piece in your wardrobe, or wear a mesh top over a tank for a sporty feel.
…or, DIY this trend with my Alexander Wang Mesh Insert Sweater
#4: Leather
Seen on the runways at Derek Lam (above) and Jason Wu, leather is still going strong through Spring. For a lighter feel, try a leather piece in a color besides black, or just add leather (or pleather) accents to your clothes.
…or, DIY this trend with Love Aesthetics’ Minimal White Leather Top
#3: Black and White Contrast
With the 60’s-influence seen in Collection after Collection, big blocks of black and white dominated. Go totally mod with these neutrals like at Chanel and Proenza Schouler.
…or, DIY this trend with my Chanel-Style Black-and-White Cape
#2: Flower Prints
Every Spring, flowers pop up on clothing all over the runways, celebrating the season of renewal and rebirth as we emerge from frozen throes. See: Mary Katrantzou and Thakoon, for starters.
…or, DIY this trend with …love, Maegan’s Floral Print Jeans
#1: Thick Stripes
It was like a day at the circus (or, revisiting Twiggy and Edie Sedgwick) at Marc Jacobs (above) and Michael Kors. Fully embrace the trend with a pair of vertically-striped pants…or just keep it understated with a simple top.
…or, DIY this trend with Refinery29’s Make a DIY Breton Striped Shirt with Spray Paint
What trends are you excited for this coming season?
xo
Carly
All photos from their respective authors, or from Style.com.
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Dec 4, 2012 | Fashion
A warm coat is a
must in the Northern climate I live in (Portland, OR), and it’s tough to find a good coat that goes with a number of different outfits (and that isn’t a huge amount of money). Of course, something that one wears daily from September-June of the year
should be an investment piece, but
that doesn’t mean it has to be a significant chunk of change. If you can time the purchase of such a piece to a seasonal sale, or buy from a retailer that offers great brands at affordable prices, then half the work is already done for you.
I love checking out the
coat selection at Macy’s because as a national retailer they carry select brands such as Steve Madden and Nine West, that are both trend-driven but easy on the wallet. Plus, they offer sales all the time! (And they’re offering one
right now, in fact!!)
Many of their brands (including designers such as Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, Vince Camuto, and DKNY) also offer styles that are exclusive to Macy’s – meaning you won’t be wearing the same topper as 3 other random people at the holiday party.
I fell in love with this two-toned Nine West coat, that I’ve been wearing nonstop since it arrived. The shape is beautiful and the colorblocking instantly dresses up even the most beat-up pair of jeans beneath. It’s very high-quality for the price, and the stiff outer wool is withstanding the abuse I throw at it without losing its shape or collapsing. It’s now my go-to work cover-up, that can go from the studio to a client meeting seamlessly.
For an edgier feel (or dressed-down casual wear), a puffer vest is a great piece. This Style&Co vest is supremely affordable at just under $41, featuring a removable hood and great hardware details. It’s perfect as a layer for when it’s not too chilly out, and thrown over or under another coat it’s amazingly toasty.
Ordering from Macy’s online is super-simple (orders over $99 ship free!), and my package even came with a slip to rate their packing job (!). Macys.com even has this cool feature where you can create a poll of items you like, and share it on Facebook with your friends to get their input. Social sharing at its most fun!
Now that my personal coat shopping for this season is complete…I can now focus on the next hurdle: Christmas gifts!! Eeek!
Stay chic~
Carly
FTC Disclosure: I received 2 coats from GigaSavvy, for review purposes. I have not been compensated in any other way for my review. The opinions above are 100% my own. If you’d like to know more, please check out my Disclosure Policy.
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Nov 30, 2012 | Blogging, Fashion
Found on CraftSnark, a really awesome website with a ton of snarky posters and graphics depicting what it’s really like to be a craft blogger. Start reading the posts and you’ll get addicted. Or at least, I am addicted. It’s.all.SO.TRUE.
And yes, often companies contact me offering me free products to use in a tutorial on my blog. When it’s itemized line-by-line like that….the time investment and financial investment doesn’t make a whole lot of sense. Thank you CraftSnark!
xoxox
Carly
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