thoughts on style

Leigh Lezark of the Misshapes was a fixture at the Spring 2010 Fashion Shows, and has become a regular in the hollywood/fashion scene. She always looks fantastic. What are your thoughts on Leigh's style?

English import Alexa Chung is a welcome addition to the throngs of American fashionistas...well, actually, she stands out from the throngs, she is a leader. A former model, it's no wonder she looks so stunning in practically anything she puts on, from a periwinkle blue cocktail dress to a cutoff jean shorts and ankle booties (sooo off-duty model style, btw). Loooove!

2009 Whitney Museum Gala - Arrivals

Burberry Afterparty Arrivals: Spring/Summer 2010 - London Fashion Week

Vivienne Westwood Red Label Front Row: Spring/Summer 2010 - Fashion Week

Margaret Howell Front Row: Spring/Summer 2010 - London Fashion Week

3.1 Phillip Lim - Front Row - Spring 2010 MBFW

2009 MTV Video Music Awards - Arrivals

Shoes from the Spring 2010 Alexander McQueen Runway

Photo from www.downtownpets.com

It seemed to me an uncanny similarity. Someone please tell me I'm not the only one.

When I read in nymag's blog The Cut that Carli Bruni is not the most stylish Parsienne, I was not surprised - she plays it waaaay too safe...and too ladylike for fashion's current slutty/grungy/off-duty-model vibe. The winner in french newspaper Le Figaro's poll is none other than Inés de la Fressange. Here's to proof that style is timeless...not to mention ageless. She's 52 years old and rocking it.

My kind of girl.

Jean-Paul Gaultier: Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture A/W 2009/10

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Stella McCartney Paris Store Opening

It was love at first sight. I stopped by H&M one Friday afternoon, and found this gem of a winter short. In Chanel-esque tweed with trendy black studs around the pockets, they look AWESOME with opaque black tights, heels, and perhaps a slouchy grey tank tucked in. I would know, since I wore this exact ensemble last Saturday night (p.s. I rocked it!). They are quite short, which makes them more of an evening/party short, but the tweed fabric is substantial enough to pull a classy look together, and with a casual top you won't get too risqué.

I believe this short is now sold out at most H&M stores in NYC, but stop by and check if you can - I believe it's only about $39.99 (not sure since I already threw away the tag), which is a STEAL.

I am so in love with winter shorts right now! More winter shorts looks to come...

Arguably (or not, in my opinion) there was nothing more beautiful during Paris Fashion Week than the lace at Valentino. Showstopping. Lace has been a trend for Fall 09 already, but Valentino really took it to the next level - it had the look of old-world, hand-crafted artistry. If I get nothing more out of Spring 2010 Fashion than the inspiration to scour the vintage stores for some ivory, grey, or even a little artfully done black lace, than I will be fully satisfied.

My only question after seeing this Viktor & Rolf dress from the Spring 2010 runways: and where is the rest of the dress after Edward Scissorhands got to it?

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The answer: on this dress. Well, at least all that tulle didn't go to waste.

But seriously, looking at the clothes beyond the strategically placed holes and slashes, they are not all that different from a poufy prom dress. While I adore the color palette of corals, blush, and baby blues offset by black, I do not find the dresses to be anything more than a work of modern art: the only thing that sets this work apart is that it hasn't been done before. So does therein lie the beauty? I have yet to decide.

Balmain Spring 2010 - looking very warrior-chic

Folksy fringe boots at Spring 2010 Isabel Marant

Brown paper bag waists at Fendi - maybe this will go with your bag lunch, recessionistas.

Rag & Bone -This is either safari in heels, or the chicest boot camp garb ever.

Getting caught up on the S/S 2010 shows, I know! However, just because I haven't been blogging about them all doesn't mean I haven't been reviewing them. Just wanted to mention how much I love the contradicting aspects of tailored silk jackets, skirts and pants with raw edges at Prada. And the red lips offset the tones of slate grey, silvers, and crystals quite perfectly.