Kimono Jackets Forget the structured sharp-edged boyfriend blazer as your go to winter cover-up. This season it’s all about the Japanese inspired kimonos. Kimonos can be worn with essentially everything and their whimsical nature attached to this effortless look will keep you feeling comfortable and feel-good chic simultaneously. From lace to floral with a touch of fringe or completely neutral in nude, kimonos have got you covered, literally. This versatile look can be paired with your favorite dress or can be added over a simple tee and boyfriend jeans.
Move Over Stud: crosses and studded jackets and jewels These gold-plated gems had everyone looking fierce but highly unapproachable and Halloween is over, so it’s time to spread the love and drop the armor. Leave the crosses to the churches and the studs for your ears.
Pleats Please From Moschino to Lanvin, the pleated skirt has been popping up all over the runway this season. This borrowed look from the late 70’s has us wanting to dig deep into our closet and hope to find this vintage statement piece. If you can’t, don’t fret because these pleated pieces are in a store near you. Pleated skirts fit well with every body type. If you are shorter like me, then an A-line right above the knee will elongate the legs for a lengthening effect; if you’re taller go for mid-length. The skirt is fitted to accentuate the waist and flow out from lengths starting at the knees to right above the ankles. There are many different patterns and materials to choose from. For a fresher look try leather and for a more sophisticated feel stick to rich colors and heavier fabrics like velvet. Pair your skirt with tights, boots and a button-up top for a daytime look and for nighttime trade in the ankle boots for some heels and a leather bomber jacket.
High-Low (Please No) Skirts The high-low skirt, otherwise known as the mullet skirt, is about as out as the hairstyle. The skirts party in the front, business in the back attitude is all wrong. Work and play have never made success in the past so why apply it to how you dress? Drop this look, stick to your classic LBD (little black dress) and pair it with some fun statement jewelry to give your outfit character. www.thecitymagazineelp.com
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