CANDY WASHINGTON

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The urbancode Spring/Summer 2015 collection: Leather and silk

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Hi lovelies,

I can't wait to breakout the latest fashion trends for spring and summer. Although it's virtually always summer here in LA, I still like to rock season-appropriate gear and incorporate layers and must-have pieces. Luckily for me with spring right around the corner, urbancode has debuted their newest collection that is all about that leather and silk. 

Here's the fashion scoop on urban code's newest collection:

urbancode launched with its line of women’s accessories in 2008, from its London based design house.  The brand has evolved to include women’s wear with an emphasis on faux fur and outerwear.  urbancode is renowned for their fashion forward designs, high quality design and craftsmanship. With over 30 years designing and manufacturing experience, urbancode ensues that the utmost care is lavished into every one of the styles.

The SS15 boasts a collection of urban silhouettes, must have fabrics and unique finishes. With their faux fur expertise for winter, urbancode will now enhance this offering by providing premium, faux leather pieces for the new season.

Colour and texture both play a big part in this collection with duck egg blue pastels sitting alongside classic black and vibrant red coral pieces adorned with industrial zips and buckle fastenings.  Soft faux suede pieces in warm camel add a hint of prairie cool.  Fringing is a strong story seen throughout the collection with dresses, tops and bags adorned with the long, soft strands.

The classic biker jacket with multiple zips, stand out collars and textured shoulders sit alongside duster coats.  Asymmetric, pleated faux leather skirts and high waist shorts create a strong collection. 

urbancode offer pieces that can be worn in different ways; with a simple button up jacket with removable frill hem.  Ideal for adding a unique edge to your look or with the hem removed, leaves a chic and wearable jacket.












Lust for leather and swoon for sweaters: Trends we love for Fall

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The leaves are starting to turn colors here in NYC, which of course also means its time to revamp your Fall wardrobe to stay looking hot in the cooler weather. Two trends for this season that we love at FashionEdits are leather and sweaters. Check out how to rock the latest looks this Fall.

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LEATHER

The jacket: A staple in every girl’s wardrobe (Fall or not) should be the quintessential black leather jacket. Nothing says chic like throwing a leather jacket over a pair of skinny jeans and flowy top or even pair with a short dress and leggings. To take your look to the next level this season we suggest that you opt for a mixed fabrication leather jacket. Our editor’s pick is leather with ponyhair.

The pants: Slip into a pair of leather pants to feel extra sleek this season. The trick with leather pants is to make sure that they aren’t too tight or too loose, so when choosing a pair err on the side of caution and go for the pair with a little bit of give. 

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The vest: If you’re into the leather trend but you don’t want to fully commit then sport a leather vest for just the right amount of the trend without going leather overboard. When it comes to the leather vest it’s better to skip black and go for a chocolate brown or cognac.

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SWEATERS

The style: To nail the perfect sweater look this season, remember baggier is better. Oversized and super-comfy sweaters are all the rage this Fall. Consider it a throwback to the 90’s grunge era and Keri Russell’s style on Felicity.

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The statement sweater: Deck out your sweaters this year with cool graphics, quotes, sequins, and cool designs. Some of the latest looks for sweaters feature animals from horses, dogs, tigers, wolves, owls, and cats while others rock Kermit the Frog, fuzzy fabrications, prints, and patterns.

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I originally wrote this article for FashionEdits, you can view here