Current/Elliott—It seems like we’ve all had red jean fever lately. These pretty skinnies from Current/Elliot are perfectly cut to satisfy our mod, rocker fantasies.
Best for: Petite ladies and those with a slim, athletic shape.
Current/Elliott Stiletto Jeans In Cayenne, $198, available in March at Madison Los Angeles.
Gap—Everyone needs a pair of high-waisted, wide-legged jeans for once the slush melts away. I love the wash and generous room with this Gap pair for tucking in blouses and slim sweaters.
Best for: Taller women with more of a pear-shaped figure (ie: small waist, wider hips).
Gap 1969 Wide Leg Trouser Jeans, $69.50, available at Gap.
Won Hundred—Been sticking to your New Years’ gym resolutions? Reward yourself with this super-sexy pair of high-waisted skinny jeans in a dark, go-with-everything black.
Best for: Toned shapes that run from thin to curvy.
Won Hundred Brigitte Jeans, $190, available in February at OAK stores, Gargyle, and Mohawk General Store.
Raven Denim—These cropped jeans come with built-in leather suspenders to give you that so-cool-it’s-devestating look. Wear ’em up for a cheeky borrowed-from-the-boys steez.
Best for: Almost all shapes and sizes
Raven Willow Suspender Jeans, $185, available at Shopbop.
Surface to Air—There’s nothing comfier or more nostalgic than a worn-in pair of boyfriend jeans. The rise, silhouette, and wash on these are perfect.
Best for: Mid-to-tall women in a range of body-types.
Surface To Air Boyfriend Jeans in Vintage Denim, $230, available at Forward By Revolve.
Levi’s Curve ID—Don’t be scared of white jeans! A thick pair like these classic Levi’s that fit you like a glove are a God-send and endlessly chic.
Best for: The Curve ID technology allows you to choose a cut that complements your body type, so these work for everyone.
Levi's Curve ID Skinny Jeans, $59.50, available at Levi's.
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My Pink Button, $30, available here. Betty Beauty, $13-15, available here.
DIY DYE FOR DOWN THERE !!! HUH!!
Dyeing our hair is fine. Dyeing our lashes is fun, but may be anxiety-inducing. Coloring our labia and pubic hair? HUH ??? I’ve heard of kinky gifts for Vday but nothing like this….I may have to sit this one out.
My Pink Button is a temporary treatment to restore the “youthful pink color” back to your hoo-ha, and the hues range from Marilyn (“fresh color change”) to Audry (“bold burgundy pink”). If you think that’s too much (and I don’t blame you), maybe Betty Beauty pubic hair dye is more your thing. From natural colors–to chase away gray–to more “fun” greens, pinks and blues, you’ll certainly give a paramour a technicolor shock. Hey, to each her own.
Above, clockwise from top left: Proenza Schouler spring 2011 runway look, photo courtesy of Proenza Schouler; Oscar De La Renta Multi-Stone Bracelet, $475, available at Net-A-Porter; Topshop Enamel Oval Ring, $20, available at Topshop; Rachel Leigh Primrose Bib Necklace, $348, available at Bergdorf Goodman; David Aubrey Willamena Cuff Bracelet, $135, available at Max & Chloe.
No matter the year, trend, or designer du jour, it never takes much to get our fashionable juices pumping with the mention of spring jewelry trends. Like an amazing pair of lace-up wedges or the most coveted new bucket bag, an injection of fresh jewelry can do wonders for waking up a sleepy wardrobe. And this season, there are a handful of themes that have us reshuffling our spring/summer must-haves. From colossal cabochon-style stones to the sexiest tassels and fringe, our favorite spring jewelry trends really run the gamut of wearable art. And if you’re wondering if those glorious Dior earrings are too far out of your reach, never fear: As equal opportunity editors, we’ve assembled a lust-worthy list of amazing options at almost any price-point….yes, this spring, it’s bling for all!
1. Big Mixed Cabochon-Style Stones—The last few seasons have been like jewelry on steroids. Not that we’ll ever say no to a great statement necklace. But this spring, the Big idea that caught our eye was the use of giant Cabochon-style stones, à la Proenza Schouler and Bottega Veneta. Organic and elegant.
Above, clockwise from top left: Louis Vuitton spring 2011 runway, photo courtesy of Louis Vuitton; Iosselliani Skull Fringe Earrings, $195, available at Barneys New York; Hive & Honey Art Deco Fringe Earrings, $24.99, available at Piperlime; Old Navy Chain Earrings, $7.50, available at Old Navy; Madewell Flapper Fringe Necklace, $62, available at Madewell.
2. Tassels & Fringe—Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Dior all seemed to have an Art Deco-meets-’70s moment with the re-imagining of huge, gorgeous tassel earrings and fringe necklaces. We like, and this is one we’ll be wearing.
Above, clockwise from top left: Pamela Love spring 2011 collection, photo by Ryan Koopmans; Giles & Brother spring 2011 bangle; Topshop Futuristic Metal Collar, $35, available at Topshop; By Boe Square Band Rings, $60, available at 80s Purple.
3. Clean & Architectural—Perhaps as a back-lash to all the mixed piled-on pearls, chains, and stones that continue to fill boutiques, Pamela Love, Giles & Brother, and other designers opted for super spare, clean, and almost architectural pieces. And for the OCD or easily distracted, the simplicity is nothing short of refreshing.
Above, clockwise from top left: Karen Walker spring 2011 backstage, photo courtesy of Karen Walker; JenMDesigns Acrylic Rings, from $50, available at Etsy; Marni Beaded Necklace, $485, available at Net-A-Porter; Miu Miu Apple-Embellished Plexiglass Bangle, $265, available at Net-A-Porter.
4. Plastics & Perspex—The trend toward really childlike, whimsical jewels with a ’60s feel always has a place in our wardrobes. So, for spring, we were doubly excited when designers like Karen Walker and Marni turned out fun plastic-fantastic necklaces and wide perspex-like colored cuff bracelets.
Above, clockwise from top left: Eddie Borgo Rose Gold-Plated Labradorite Necklace, $625, available at Net-A-Porter; Made Her Think Talon Rose Gold Vermeil Ring, $149.50, available at Made Her Think; Jules Smith Rock On Earrings, $60, available at Max & Chloe; Michael Kors Glitz Watch, $250, available Michael Kors; House of Harlow 1960 Rose Gold-Plated Stack Ring, $20, available at Endless.
5. Rose-Gold—In fashion, it’s always a guessing game each season as to who in the metals will prevail: silver or gold? Well, for spring, the more exotic rose-gold is stealing center-stage, with a striking necklace by Eddie Borgo and a surprisingly sophisticated Michael Kors watch taking top honors on our spring/summer wish-list.
I can hardly think of Spring/Summer right now with all the snow still piled up high on the streets of NYC but seeing these new H&M Summer 2011 lookbook images did make me want to book a vacation to somewhere warm. 🙂 Models Mona Johannesson and Jakob Hedberg are dressed in colorful casual pieces, love the high-waisted striped shorts!
For women, Summer was inspired by the 60s style with lots of loose silhouette and light materials, sport-inspired pieces, fresh pastels, brights and white. For men, it’s all about the casual and smart Summer preppy look as well as the washed and worn look. Would you like your man dressed like this? 😉
The sale started at 4pm PST/7pm EST today where you can shop one-of-a-kind pieces from Ann Taylor’s 2010 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Design Challenge on eBay! Each year The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund partners with a sponsor to host the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Design Challenge and the 10 finalists designers design one-of-a-kind looks. All proceeds benefit the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund to help support their awards and scholarship programs.
Karlie Kloss models 10 looks from Billy Reid, Prabal Gurung, Robert Geller, Joseph Altuzarra, Moss Lipow, Pamela Love, Eddie Borgo, Christian Cota, Loden Dager and Gregory Parkinson. Do you like the looks? Shop the one-of-a-kind looks on eBay!
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