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Pastel Perfection

Q the Stylist — Mon, 24 Mar 2014 20:07:44 +0000

Pastels may seem like a given for Spring, but these soft hues lit the runways this season and are everywhere in stores now. Needless to say, there is no better color scheme to soften winter’s grip. Spring is finally here, so let pretty pinks, baby blues, and cool mint greens breathe new life into your wardrobe. Here are my pastel picks:

H&M Cashmere Jumper, $66
Alexander Wang Pull Stripe Pencil Skirt, $395
Rebecca Minkoff M.A.B. Mini Leather Tote, $195
Salvatore Ferragamo Pacella Perforated Sandals, $839
Dorothy Perkins Light Blue Silver Trim Biker, $89
Topshop Cup Corset Lace Bralet, $44
Acne Studios Frame LA Blue Paisley
Clinique All About Shadow Duo, $20
Essie “Absolutely Shore”, $8.50
Jimmy Choo Reese Frappe Grainy Calf Leather Clutch, $750
Alice + Olivia Daven Leather Center Pleat Long Skirt, $1210.00

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From the Runways: White vs Black

Q the Stylist — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 16:05:45 +0000

With New York Fashion Week wrapped up, let’s talk about how we can incorporate the fabulous trends from the Fall runways to your Spring wardrobe. Some themes are so versatile that they look great when combined with other looks! For example: “all-white everything” (seen at The Row, Tommy Hilfiger, J. Crew) and “all-black everything” (seen at Vera Wang and Zac Posen) outfits were a consistent trend at fashion week. The key to making these outfits look chic and trendy is contrasting textures – giving us the opportunity to incorporate other trends into the mix.

Perfect for Spring, the white ensemble combines multiple trends while still looking light and fresh. A chunky knit sweater with metallic detailing alludes to the metallic themes at Marc Jacobs and Alexander Wang, while the crisp cargo pants salute to the modern military trend seen at Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, and Donna Karan. To polish the look off, add the new It-bag: the structured handbag with mini-wedged sandals.

This black on black look also incorporates many of the latest trends from fashion week while remaining chic. This leather collared blouse from Theory resembles many looks from the runways that emphasized leather detailing. Black silk basket weave jacquard capri trousers are the perfect pants for spring because of its cut and intricate detailing. Throw on structured jacket to stay on-trend (and weather appropriate) with a structured satchel, and slip into the hottest style in footwear — the minimalist sandal (this one is from Prabal Gurung’s new LOVE collection from Target.)

All White Everything

1. MANGO Metallic Chunky Knit Sweater, $34.99

2. UNIQLO Skinny Fit Cargo Pants, $39.99

3. Prabal Gurung for Target Wedge Sandal, $29.99

4. The Hut ‘Ali’ Purse, $11

All Black Everything

1. THEORY Leather Collar Blouse, $314

2. HELMUT Helmut Lang Vector Felt Jacket, $495

3. Haider Ackermann Jaquard Trouser, $347.20

4. Badgley Mischka Erin Messenger, $164

5. Prabal Gurung for Target Ankle Strap Pump, $39.99

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Nordstrom to Open Fashion Fund Pop-ups including San Francisco

Q the Stylist — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 20:01:00 +0000

Nordstrom will soon offer a selection of merchandise from each of the 10 finalists in the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Funds shops.

The 2012 finalists are Andrea Lieberman (A.L.C); Greg Armas (Assembly New York); Sofia Sizzi (Giulietta); Justin Salguero, Daniel Silberman and Alina Silberman (Illesteva); Jennifer Fisher (Jennifer Fisher Jewelry); Jennifer Meyer Maguire (Jennifer Meyer); Max Osterweis and Erin Beatty (Suno); Greg Chait (The Elder Statesman); Tabitha Simmos and Wes Gordon.

The shops will open in February 2013 and will stay open until about May 1, in five Nordstrom full-line locations including San Francisco, Seattle, Los Angeles (The Grove), Chicago and Dallas (Northpark), as well as at Nordstrom-owned Treasure & Bond in New York City.

Greg Chait of the Elder Statesman has been named the winner of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund for 2012, joining the storied ranks of other once up-and-coming American designers including Alexander Wang, Sophie Theallet and Joseph Altuzarra.

I’m excited to see what new great designs he has to show us!!!

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New York Fashion Week – Spring’13 Runway Report

Q the Stylist — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 22:54:26 +0000

The promise of warmer weather isn’t the only thing that Spring has to offer. New York Fashion Week is only half over, but below are some of the trends we’re seeing on the runway and you’ll be wearing come next year.

Photo Prints

Photo prints collaged together, and often embellished, are a new FUN trend for Spring. These prints lend a cheerfulness to garments that feels just right on Spring’s lightweight fabrics. If this look interests you, but you’re shy, the easiest way to wear this will be in dress form or a tee. Pair it with a fitted jacket and a metallic shoe and you’ll look right on point.

Michael Kors – Spring’13

Proenza Schouler – Spring’13

Leather

Leather has become a wide-spread wardrobe staple and now we are seeing it not just on jackets, skirts, and pants but on blouses and dresses. Even if you are not into leather, Spring’s interpretations might get you to change your mind because of the pieces are so easy to wear and blend with any style. Leather and silk are sharing the same garment at BCBG Max Azria and at Alexander Wang leather is the paired with a cut-out knit.

BCBG Max Azria – Spring’13

Alexander Wang – Spring’13

Shorts

Shorts were a frequent sight on the runways this week and can a be a versatile piece in your Spring wardrobe. After a few seasons of short over-sexed shorts, designers are taking the hem down and this new length can go with you from day to night. This Spring’s short is more demure and classy. Both Tommy Hilfiger and Rachel Zoe showed short suits which is a young, relaxed way to look pulled together. We also saw shorts paired with a caplet for a softer, more feminine look. Adding a soft yellow, aqua blue or even a bright red, as we see on the Holmes and Yang look, will bring a little more fun to your ensemble .

Rachel Zoe – Spring’13

Holmes and Yang – Spring’13

Strong Lines

Strong lines are featured in almost every Spring Collection. The new silhouettes focus on elongating and emphasizing your assets, without showing too much skin. If you want to be sexy and elegant, the pencil silhouette is just the piece and goes well with a silk shirt or soft tee. If you’re looking for something a little more unexpected – just go with a structured shirt that shows off some skin like the look below from Calvin Klein. Hello shoulder!

Calvin Klein Collection – Spring’13

Osklen – Spring’13

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What I wore to an evening with Jean Paul Gaultier

Q the Stylist — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 02:40:41 +0000

Sidewalk to Catwalk

The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk at the De Young is an incredible exhibit of 140 haute couture and ready-to-wear peices, curated for the most part by the designer himself. The show has been the talk of the San Francisco art and fashion crowd for months and last night, ArtPoint held a gala in honor of Bastille Day. Cancan dancers entertained, artists sketched outfits, brie and champagne were served, and everyone toasted to the exhibit.

One of my favorite pieces from the exhibit.

In keeping with Gaultier’s gritty ballerinas and the overall Parisian Chic mood for the evening. I donned a floor length sequin backless dress, but made the look a bit moody with black leather accoutrements and minimal accessories.

Look created on LivingCloset

Studs from Nordstrom (Similar Here); Sequin Dress by ABS (Similar Here); Panther Ring by BCBG (Similar Here); Leather Jacket by Mango; Clutch by Alexander Wang; Covered Platforms by Ann Taylor (Similar Here)

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