I saw some gorgeous, fun and hilarious multi-finger rings at the Renegade Craft Fair in SF and now I can’t get enough of them. I love how versatile they can be. What do you think?!
Vampire Duster, $230 at Verameat
Three Knots Slider Knuckle Ring, $34 at Brilliance Found
A OK Rhinestone Ring, $28 at OAK
Bad Ass Elegance Knuckle Duster, $160 at Verameat
Pig Ring, $109 at Donmoti
Love/Hate Ring, $75 at Sprout Online
Gardez Ring, $198 by A Peace Treaty, at Shopbop
High-waisted shorts are bigger than ever, and they’re not going away come fall. Paired with tights, they are the perfect replacement for a skirt (especially on a windy day). As most have waistline detailing, it’s important to wear a shirt tucked in so as not to create bulk but instead accentuate curves. If you tend to be biggest in the middle, opt for a pair without any detailing (bow, pleats, ties, etc) in the very front.
Here are seven great styles for summer into fall…
Gestuz High Waisted Turn-Up Shorts, $42 at ASOS
Sparkle & Fade Belted High-Waisted Shorts, $48 at Urban Outfitters
ASOS Heart Print Shorts, $47 at ASOS
Alice by Temperley Alivia High-Waisted Shorts, $195 at Net-A-Porter
Rag & Bone Montpelier High-Waist Shorts, $230 at Bergdorf Goodman
DVF 'Dax' Sequin Shorts, $391 at Farfetch
Joie Denver Leather Shorts, $378 at Neiman Marcus
Like most fashion-loving blog readers, I am an avid reader of The Sartorialist. I love the eclectic styles he picks up around the world. Here are my top ten favorite looks from January thru July 2010. Do you have a favorite look?
(All images from The Sartorialist.)
My favorite piece of jewelry is a gold shark tooth’s necklace I got from Michelle Chang on Etsy last year. I got it because I had always wanted to surf but avoided it because of my fear of sharks (maybe it’s because I grew up near great white infested waters?) and I wanted something to symbolize my desire to overcome this fear. A little cheesy, but it worked and I finally tried (and fell in love with) surfing. So because of my great fondness for this shark’s tooth, I pay a lot of attention to teeth-inspired jewelry and I’ve noticed it’s become quite the trend. Take a look at some cool pieces on Etsy.
Double Chain Gold Shark Tooth Necklace, $130 at EMMAROSE1231
Sterling Silver Tooth Necklace, $85 at GOLDTEETHBROOKLYN
Silver Shark's Tooth Necklace, $41 at ALLTHOSETHREES
Tooth Necklace, $54 at SHOPGEORGIAVARIDAKIS
Water Buffalo Tooth Necklace, $45 at THETHIRDFIRST
9k Solid Gold Cast Human Tooth on Sterling Silver Chain, $420 at VANDERGLAS
The ruffle skirt trend is a hard trend to pull off, especially in a fluffy take where it can make hips look even bigger or a frilly version which makes a woman look like she’s playing Lolita. But when it’s pulled off right, it can be quite charming and cute, and a really fun piece to wear for a night on the town (salsa dancing per chance). As a general guideline, the ones that flare at the hips should be kept to those with slim hips whereas the ones with ruffles that start low are ideal for women with hips. Additionally, older ladies should opt for more mature colors and patterns as well as wider ruffles, whereas younger ladies can go a bit shorter, with smaller ruffles and more playful colors.
Edun Linen-blend Ruffle Miniskirt, $270 at Net-A-Porter
Erdem Butterfly Print Tiered Skirt, $520 at Farfetch
Leifsdottir Short Chambray Skirt, $188 at Bergdorf Goodman
Kimchi Blue Tiered Skirt, $20 at Urban Outfitters
Vanessa Bruno Athe Scalloped Edge Skirt, $246 at La Garconne
Re Collection Chambray Ruffle Skirt, $73 at Shopbop
Subtly Suave Skirt, $35 at ModCloth
Amidst the rich, jewel-toned and neon ’80s and ’90s colors that abound, nudes & pastels are slowly making a comeback as well. I love the subtlety of pale colors and sheer fabrics, especially in soft pink and grey. There is something both ethereal and sexy about this trend, don’t you think?
Gemma Feather Silk Tiered Tank, $106 at Piperlime.
Yoke Detail Skinny Jeans, $70 at Topshop.
Fendi Taupe Suede Sandals, $495 at Stylebop.
Cara Accessories Bead & Chain Necklace, $48 at Nordstrom.
Double Wrap Rectangle Watch, $32 at Urban Outfitters.
Dior Vernis Nail Enamel, $21 at Nordstrom.
Sandbox Hat, $28 at Roxy
Classic Straw Fedora, $11 at Forever 21
Circle Cutout Floppy Hat, $29 at Arden B.
Crochet Bucket Hat, $37 at J. Crew
Straw Fedora Hat, $25 at ASOS
Grosgrain Border Straw Fedora, $28 at Nordstrom
Straw Fedora, $13 at Tilly's
Starting today, every Wednesday I will be guest blogging on Designers Call blog where I will be comparing interior design to fashion, two of my favorite things. Check me out here: http://www.designerscall.com/blog/
Joie Joann Tie-Dye Linen Top, $168 at Bergdorf Goodman
Rebecca Minkoff Tie Dye Easy Rider Clutch Bag, $618 at ASOS
Tie Dye Snap Wrap, $39 at White & Warren
Reed Evins Women's Tie Dye Suede Ballet Flat, $270 at Endless
Tie Dye Mini Bag, $250 at Tory Burch
Black Tie-Dye Wayfarers, $162 at Oak NYC
Charlie My Love Amiga Sandals, $241 at Farfetch
One of my girlfriends was wearing these great skinny cargo pants from J Brand the other day, and I couldn’t get over how stylish they look. Unlike most cargos with bulky unflattering pockets, they are unique and slimming and are a great break from jeans. The utilitarian silhouette pairs well with a floaty tank top, cage sandals and simple jewelry.
J Brand ‘Houlihan’ Skinny Cargo Pants, $231 at Nordstrom.
Kain Silk & Modal Tank, $85 at Net-A-Porter.
Alexander Wang Rounded Square Sunglasses, $325 at Saks.
Marc by Marc Jacobs Bow Wow Wow Percy Cross-Body, $222 at Endless.
Sam Edelman Divine Sandal, $99 at Shoebox.
Satya Jewelry Emerald Ganesha Necklace, $118 at Max & Chloe.
Abstract Enamel Bangle, $32 at Lori’s.
