Fashion Pg.16
Winter Fashion
Boho de luxe
Country folk Colors: Orange, grey, brown, beige, off-white, olive green. Details: Checkers print, barnyard-looking boots, lace, loose blouses, menswear fitted slacks, old English style medallion pendants. Blousy Tunic Tops: Blousy tunics have always been a favorite among many women. But for this winter season focus on countryside colors such as dark brown, beige, off-white and burgundy. Wear this piece casually with jeans and top it off with a long vintage pendant necklace to tie together a sweet and nostalgic outfit. If the blouse is slightly big around the middle, wrap a skinny belt around it to accentuate your waist. Add a romantic, old-English flair with ruffles along the hemline and/or bold, puffed sleeves. Ripped Jeans: The ripped/destroyed jeans trend has been extended from the fall season, and is making a big statement this winter. Choose between the distressed and ripped style of jeans, or the shredded and ripped style. Be reasonable with the amount of ripping and distressing with this style or you might end up looking like a rocker or street beggar. Be sure to keep in mind that details on the legs can highlight them. If you want to slim your legs be sure the jeans have been ripped vertically. Pair this piece with a simple pair of riding boots and you have the perfect country folk look. Boots: Boots are this winter’s hottest new shoe. This style of shoe has endless options of styles and colors. The most popular style is flat and brown, as shown in the picture. Boots are perfect to pair with any outfit from skirts and dresses, to a simple pair of jeans and a tee shirt. Mix two new winter trends by getting boots with studded details to add a flair to your wardrobe.
December 18, 2009
Colors: Brown, black, olive green, yellow, and gold. Details: Ethnic and folkloric prints, vintage floral prints, layered necklaces, fur, suede and leather hobo bags, sexy but refined 70s thigh high boots. Military Jacket: This Michael Jackson-inspired piece involves custommade, braided and buttoned military jackets. You’ll find similar styles of this trend on the catwalk this winter season. The jacket is eye-catching so it’s recommended to pair it with basic dark wash jeans. Feminize the look with heels or a few girly accessories. Suede and Leather Bags: Simple and solid colored suede and leather bags should be on the top of every girl’s shopping list for winter ‘09. Indulge in tan, brown or black suede or leather bags to accentuate the perfect casual, bohemian look. If you’re in need of a purse that matches any wardrobe perfectly, choose bags with minimal details. However, if your style is more on the extravagant side, try leather bags with braided straps, buckle pockets or even gold and exotic embellishments. Scarves: This winter’s new neck-warming accessory is the perfect way to spice up a boring outfit. Wear a floral or printed scarf to add a pop of color to a plainly colored shirt, or a simply colored scarf with an extravagant dress or cute skirt. The sky is the limit with this interchangeable piece.