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Fall 2012 Trend Report: The looks that made the cut
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Fall 2012 Trend Report: The looks that made the cut
By Candy Washington
Although the birds maybe singing and the bees humming the sweet song
of Spring, as fashion industry insiders, we know that the what’s really
in full bloom are the latest trends for Fall 2012. It’s warming up
outside and the latest trends are even hotter. Read below for how to
spice up your wardrobe and what must be on your store’s shelves and
racks this upcoming season.
SUIT UP: This upcoming season is all about the pant and the return of the Annie Hall feminine yet masculine look. Move over skinny, you can also rock the look with patterned pants, prints, and fun fabrications like leather, brocades, lamés, velvets, laces and iridescent silks. Looking to mix up it a bit? Pair a black blazer with printed pants or a solid black pant with a statement jacket.
COLOR ME BAD: We all know color blocking took the
Spring season by storm and it looks like color is here to stay for Fall.
But instead of the pop colors of Spring, opt for deeper hues this Fall
such as forest green, oxblood, dark tangerine, and midnight blue. Winter
white and basic black are still your staples this season.
LETHAL IN LEATHER: Forget soft cottons and linen, this upcoming season leather is a must for your wardrobe. Wear leather pants (varying colors or solids), add in leather with a mixed fabrication handbag, or go classic with a leather shoe. Leather even gets a makeover: glossy leathers, colored leathers, patent leathers, and lacquered leathers all make their debut.
PRETTY IN PRINTS & PLAIDS: Can’t lie, my
favorite print is the tiny floral, but this Fall, feel free to go wild
with animal prints, get creative with graphics, and party on in photo
prints. Prints aren’t just for tees, spread the love to sweaters, pants,
jackets, vests, and even your bag. Same goes for plaid, we all have a
little of Blair from Gossip Girl in us, so let your inner prep school
girl out and bring back plaid skirts and vests.
BLING RING: Everyone has added some sparkle and shine to their collections this year from Chanel, Prada, Lanvin, Alexander McQueen, to Versace. Want to glam it up? Add a brooch, a gem, some sequins, or pretty pearls to your look. A little embroidery goes a long way and don’t be afraid to add a statement shoe, necklace, or purse for that added pop.
FIERCE IN FUR: Don’t tell PETA, but fur is the
quintessential fabrication to take any look or collection to the next
level this season. For long hairs, opt for goat, fox and coyote and
sheared mink, nutria and beaver are best for as insets with leather or
fabric, and to really take it up a notch, incorporate chinchilla and
pony-hair. Vintage fur is my editor’s pick and there are amazing
faux-fur pieces out there that look and feel just like the real thing.
UNITED WE STAND: MILITARY / UTILITY / EQUESTRIAN: I love a man in uniform, but I love this trend even more. Fatigues, bomber jackets, riding boots, priceless pea coats, and double-breasted brass-buttoned jackets, are sure to get your fashion hearts racing, while looking fearlessly fierce at the same time.
QUICK TREND GUIDE:
Leather • Jeweling • Gold • Reflective • Oversized
Equestrian • Covered Up • Mannish . Coat • Color • Prints
Mixed Media • Night for Day • Knits • Bags
Footwear: Bootie • Evening Shoe • Military
This article also appears in Fashion Edits, read it here.
By Candy Washington
SUIT UP: This upcoming season is all about the pant and the return of the Annie Hall feminine yet masculine look. Move over skinny, you can also rock the look with patterned pants, prints, and fun fabrications like leather, brocades, lamés, velvets, laces and iridescent silks. Looking to mix up it a bit? Pair a black blazer with printed pants or a solid black pant with a statement jacket.
LETHAL IN LEATHER: Forget soft cottons and linen, this upcoming season leather is a must for your wardrobe. Wear leather pants (varying colors or solids), add in leather with a mixed fabrication handbag, or go classic with a leather shoe. Leather even gets a makeover: glossy leathers, colored leathers, patent leathers, and lacquered leathers all make their debut.
BLING RING: Everyone has added some sparkle and shine to their collections this year from Chanel, Prada, Lanvin, Alexander McQueen, to Versace. Want to glam it up? Add a brooch, a gem, some sequins, or pretty pearls to your look. A little embroidery goes a long way and don’t be afraid to add a statement shoe, necklace, or purse for that added pop.
UNITED WE STAND: MILITARY / UTILITY / EQUESTRIAN: I love a man in uniform, but I love this trend even more. Fatigues, bomber jackets, riding boots, priceless pea coats, and double-breasted brass-buttoned jackets, are sure to get your fashion hearts racing, while looking fearlessly fierce at the same time.
Leather • Jeweling • Gold • Reflective • Oversized
Equestrian • Covered Up • Mannish . Coat • Color • Prints
Mixed Media • Night for Day • Knits • Bags
Footwear: Bootie • Evening Shoe • Military
This article also appears in Fashion Edits, read it here.
T Exclusive Video | A Polished Look by Chanel
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T Exclusive Video | A Polished Look by Chanel
When Peter Philips, Chanel’s creative director for makeup, wanted to showcase the latest collection of Chanel nail polish on film, he called upon Ruth Hogben, a London filmmaker known for her work with Gareth Pugh and Louis Vuitton. The inspiration to use sign language came shortly after.
In this video, the Dutch model Saskia De Brauw manually conveys some of Coco Chanel’s most famous quotes; while her hands do the talking, her fingernails show off an array of chic Chanel lacquers.
Click here to watch the video!
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Credit T, The New York Times Styles Magazine
Indie Rock Polyvore Sets: My heaven.
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These are my editor picks of the top sets:
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Perfect first date look: Just in time for Spring
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All Sumer Long: Dresses from Net-a-Porter
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LF Breast Cancer Fundraising Event!
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Amazing brand. Amazing cause. Fight with fashion!
Diary of an actress #8: Press preview for designer Laura Vela
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I had the pleasure of being invited to preview designer, Laura Vela's, new Fall 2012 handbag collection. I interviewed the designer a few months back, in case you missed it, read the full article here. I adore her clutches and perfect use of fringe. See below for pics and some fashion insights on her latest line.
Insider tip? Laura Vela's entire collection was inspired by her trip to Barcelona.
Don't forget to shop here: http://www.lauravela.com/
Insider tip? Laura Vela's entire collection was inspired by her trip to Barcelona.
Don't forget to shop here: http://www.lauravela.com/
Soft gold and silver metallics can make any outfit sparkle.
The adorable designer herself! I really love the use of animal prints mixed with teal, orange, and brown leather. Laura effortlessly takes trends and really makes them her own. This collection is definitely her voice.
Flip the bag over for a design surprise! Exposed zippers and thick leather strips. Wear front or back for a diversified look.
The hottest trend this season is color blocking. I know it's hard to pull off this trend, so the best way to do it is to incorporate pops of color into your wardrobe through accessories. My fav? Laura Vela's magenta hangbag pictured above.
It's hard to do fringe right, but she executes it flawlessly! She has incorporated mixed fabrications, colors, and textures, for a not-be-missed Fall collection.
The moral of this story?
Whether it's acting or fashion, find ways to connect with talented, interesting, and unique people. Laure Vela is so inspiring, down-to-earth, and is an amazing designer.
Click here for the next entry: Actress Candy Washington interviewed by The Funny Indian Host, Rajiv Satyal
Click here for the next entry: Actress Candy Washington interviewed by The Funny Indian Host, Rajiv Satyal
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The Hunger Games Beauty and Other Fashionable Movie Loot - from the High Low
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From my friends at the High Low, check out the latest in the Hunger Games craze. What do you think?
Read full article here: http://thehighlow.com/2012/03/the-hunger-games-beauty-and-other-fashionable-movie-loot/
Sneak peak...
First Eat Pray Love inspired a three-product capsule collection from beauty line Fresh. Then Los Angeles-based nail polish company OPI looked to The Muppets for a limited edition range of colors (“Warm and Fozzie,” anyone?). The Twilight franchise offers attendant beauty lines for both teens and adults (called Volturi and Luna, respectively). The producers even partnered with PRO Beauty Tools to create a branded line of hair tools to help fans easily mimic Twilight‘s characters’ hairstyles.
Now several more movies — or rather, their profit-minded producers — are leaping on the beauty product bandwagon.
Lionsgate, which produced the current blockbuster The Hunger Games, partnered with China Glaze to create a “Capitol Colours” line of polishes. The Amazing Spider-Man, which comes out in May, will launch simultaneously with a line of OPI-created polishes. And lest you get bored and think movies are only branding themselves in the nail-centric section of the beauty department, Universal Pictures and HSN are partnering on full collections of beauty, fashion, and housewares in conjunction with the June release of Snow White and the Huntsman.
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Read full article here: http://thehighlow.com/2012/03/the-hunger-games-beauty-and-other-fashionable-movie-loot/
Sneak peak...
First Eat Pray Love inspired a three-product capsule collection from beauty line Fresh. Then Los Angeles-based nail polish company OPI looked to The Muppets for a limited edition range of colors (“Warm and Fozzie,” anyone?). The Twilight franchise offers attendant beauty lines for both teens and adults (called Volturi and Luna, respectively). The producers even partnered with PRO Beauty Tools to create a branded line of hair tools to help fans easily mimic Twilight‘s characters’ hairstyles.
Now several more movies — or rather, their profit-minded producers — are leaping on the beauty product bandwagon.
Lionsgate, which produced the current blockbuster The Hunger Games, partnered with China Glaze to create a “Capitol Colours” line of polishes. The Amazing Spider-Man, which comes out in May, will launch simultaneously with a line of OPI-created polishes. And lest you get bored and think movies are only branding themselves in the nail-centric section of the beauty department, Universal Pictures and HSN are partnering on full collections of beauty, fashion, and housewares in conjunction with the June release of Snow White and the Huntsman.
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