Stripe It Hot This Summer

Whether for a patriotic holiday or another day this season – stripes are a sure way to go this summer! When wearing the nautical inspired print, of course you can simply pair the traditional go to red, white and blue hues, but why not shake your style up a bit?! Try mixing the print with other stripes or solid pastel, or bright color separates. Hip fashion brand, SuperTrash has several stripe styles that can work with a few of my suggested combos, as pictured below.

(Look 1: Stripe shirt by SuperTrash, silk shorts by Raoul Border @matchesfashion.com; Look 2: Neon yellow shirt at stylebop.com with stripe skirt by SuperTrash; Look 3: Dress by SuperTrash with pastel mint green shoes by guessbymarciano.guess.com)

Converse Goes Avant-Garde With Comme des Garçons Collaboration

Since 1908, Converse has been offering up casual kicks for the masses with their legendary Chuck Taylors and Jack Purcell shoes. Next week, the brand is launching yet another iconic collection with Comme des Garçons! On Tuesday, May 28th, the Comme des Garçons PLAY for Converse Pro Leather collection will mark its stylish footprint globally, just in time for summer.

The casual, streetwear-influenced line from the avant-garde Japanese label founded by Rei Kawakubo will introduce four new styles. Comme des Garçons’ Kawakubo designed the collection with PLAY’s signature quirky heart-with-eyes logo on the iconic Converse Pro Leather shoe. The playful pattern celebrates the creative, irreverent spirit that is synonymous with both the Converse and Comme des Garçons brands.

Fashionistas can choose between Milk and Black Mid and Ox silhouettes. All styles will be available on Dover Street Market’s website and at the Comme des Garçons NYC store starting May 28th, in Paris and London starting June 1st and at Comme des Garçons stores in Tokyo and throughout Asia starting June 21st for a suggested retail price of $130-140.

5 Straws Worth Grabbing: Chic Clutches For Summer

Accessorize with the last straw this summer! Whether finalizing a flirty halter dress or white denim look for a sizzling night on the town, why not add a colorful straw clutch into the equation!

(First clutch above: Tory Burch; Yellow clutch: Kayu @ yoox.com; Orange clutch: Serpui Marie @ shopbop.com)

Cool, Calm And Coral

Among the vast spectrum of hot summer colors offered this summer, coral tops my list! The warm tone was presented on the top Spring/Summer 2013 runways of designers such as Tracy Reese, BCBGMAXAZRIA and Reed Krakoff.

On days when you want a look that’s light and flirty, try coordinating the pinkish orange hue with other colors such turquoise, mint green, peach or desert brown. Wondering how to incorporate a dose of coral into your closet? Check out a few of my coral accessory and clothing picks!

 

 

(Coral earrings: Kenneth Jay Lane; Denim shorts by Frame @ matchesfashion.com; Sandals @modcloth.com; Bracelet by Emilio Pucci @ yoox.com; Dress by Milly @ profilefashion.com)

Seal Your Skin With A Kiss!

For summer afternoon festivals or days in the sun, skin protection needs to be top of mind! It’s no secret that well moisturized skin is the key to youthful looking skin. So, for your next day trip, you may want to consider using the Sun Bum kit of moisturizers such as: SPF 3o Sunscreen lotion, lip balm and for those who end up too sun-kissed, there is also a cool down lotion.

Splash Back In Time With A Vintage Inspired One Piece

There is nothing more fabulous than borrowing a page from a past era! This season vintage inspired bathing suits are perfect for those who want to make a splashing impression. And, for fashionistas like me who prefer not to swim, but want to look fabulous while socializing and chill in’ poolside, a one piece similar to the linen Dolce & Gabbana look below, would be ideal.

(Top: Red gingham print swimsuit by Betsey Johnson; Blue with white trim bathing suit @ Target; One piece by Dolce &Gabbana)

Celebrity Style Inspiration: Two Starlet Dress Finds Coming To UK Site SpottedOnCeleb.com

Whether you prefer a maxi or mini, bodycon dress, having more than a few on standby is a must. Why not try a little dress inspiration to rev up your wardrobe for summer? Take a nod from celeb starlets Kimberly Walsh and Khloe Kardashian, who were flaunting their curves in the hugging dress style.  Both dresses are expected to hit SpottedOnCeleb.com and will retail for £190.

The Torn by Ronnie Kobo dress spotted on Khloe Kardashian will be available to buy next week on the site.

A bodycon dress by label RVN was the look of choice by Strictly Come Dancing star,  Kimberly Walsh and will be avaible exclusively on SpottedOnCeleb.com in June.

All About Leather, No Matter The Weather!

I don’t know about you, but I’m head over heels in love with leather and thrilled that the end of the trend is no where in sight! And, just because the warmer months are ahead, that doesn’t justify a reason for being a fair-weather friend of such buttery skins. Montreal-based leather line La Marque, designed by Ifigenia Papadimitriou, includes laser cut leather tops, perforated shorts and lightweight jackets – perfect for cool summer days and nights. The collection features pieces in colors such as cornflower, aqua, and coral mixed with neutrals – an ideal compliment to your light-colored pastels and floral prints you love!

Bermuda, Baby: Meet The Relaxed Short Style Of The Season

Shorts this season are going the Bermuda route! The trouser style shorts were originally created to be worn in hot climates by the British Army and then were adopted as business attire in Bermuda during the 2nd World War. Fast forward to the runways of the Spring 2013 shows and Bermuda shorts were everywhere in sight making them now en vogue.

For casual summer days when you want to put more effort into a weekend look, Bermuda shorts really can serve as a more dresses up option. The relaxed short style ranges from mid-thigh to knee-length and can be dressed up or down as necessary for a family picnic or cocktails! Here are some options:

FOR DAY
Keep the look relaxed – yet casual chic with a denim shirt, striped tank and wedged sandal.

FOR NIGHT

For night add a hint of femininity to the masculine style short with a flirty peplum shirt and strappy heels.

Step Out In Gladiators The Right Way

Gladiators are in….again! This season, the caged shoe styles range from heels to flats and knee-length to ankle length – in many colors for any occasion. So, if you’re tempted to try the trend this time around, make sure to rock the look right! Whether covering your legs or wearing a short skirt , here are a few of my tips on how to wear the gladiator shoe trend this season!

MID-CALF TO TALL GLADIATORS

If showing your legs in a short skirt or thigh-high shorts, go with a pair of mid-calf or knee-length gladiators.

SLIGHTLY ABOVE THE ANKLE OR ANKLE-LENGTH GLADIATORS

If wearing a skirt that stops at the knee or just below, go for a gladiator style that stops near the ankle. But, when wearing gladiator styles with a skirt, add a little height in a heel.

BELOW THE ANKLE GLADIATORS

You can absolutely wear a gladiator style with pants or capris when the sandal stops just below the ankle.

(Look 1: Johnny cash tee @ newlook.com, shorts@guess, Gladiator sandal @ Zara; Look 2: Dress @ topshop.com, Heel by YSL; Look 3: Shirt @sassandbide.com, MSGM aztec print pants @ matchesfashion.com, blue gladiator by Dolce Vita @jildorshoes.com)

Keep Mom’s Style Modern With These 5 Gift Picks

While some may have begun ordering flowers for mom on her day, others may still be caught-up in an indecisive frenzy trying to figure out the perfect gift.

Updating her look with some of this season’s best baubles, accessories and clothing items really wouldn’t be a bad idea. Why not keep her look far from frumpy, with a few fabulous closet must-haves. These finds are sure to keep her looking amazing this summer and beyond.

1) Bling her up with colorful stackable rings from Yael Sonia in colorful geometric shapes in 18k gold or white gold.

2) Keep your love linked with the Nate necklace from MoMAstore.org.

3) A simple casual jacket such as the Simply Vera Vera Wang Twill Jacket from kohls.com will keep her look classic and fresh for day or night.

4) Add a color burst to her jean routine in a pair of ikat print jeans from NYDJ.

5) If you must give her flowers, do so in the form of a floral clutch from Cuyana.

 

 

 

 

 

 

FASH-LANTHROPHY: Give Back With House Of Harlow This Mother’s Day

For Mother’s Day, House of Harlow 1960 has made an exclusive earth green resin, Pyramid necklace to benefit the Baby2Baby charity. With each purchase,  20% of all proceeds will benefit the non-profit organization that supplies Los Angeles families in need with essential baby gear and clothing.  In support of the cause, you can purchase this feel-good gift for mom from Shopthetrendboutique.com  or BoutiquetoYou.com.