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You’re the Bomb Baby

Q the Stylist — Tue, 23 Jul 2013 20:39:15 +0000

This season, designers are using textures and prints to bring bomber jackets back to life.

Bomber jackets have always been a classic piece in a complete wardrobe, but 2013 has updated them in a sophisticated manner which confirms the fact they aren’t just for high schoolers and pilots anymore.

Lightweight cotton and silk bombers create a softer silhouette that is just right for the summer evenings and as the weather transitions to fall. The heavier leather ones are still James Dean cool, like from TIBI and Equipment (seen above), but are structured with a feminine touch. Two-toned bombers are casual chic, while printed ones can play up any outfit.

Just Female Printed Bomber Jacket, $84.85
LAVEER Silk Bomber Jacket, $413.60
Kendall and Kylie Feminine Bomber Jacket, $54.50
LAVEER Silk Bomber Jacket, $473
MANGO Decorative Stitching Bomber Jacket, $79.99
Dorothy Perkins Grey Floral Bomber Jacket, $59
TIBI Diamond Quilting Bomber Jacket, $495
Equipment Abbot washed-silk bomber jacket, $315
Helmut Lang EXCLUSIVE Breeze Bomber Jacket, $338
Equipment Abbot animal-print silk bomber jacket, $325

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March Favorites

Q the Stylist — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 04:57:21 +0000

I see so many good things in my line of work it is hard to keep you all updated, but I thought I’d share some things I’ve picked up this month… or want to. The curation below reflects that while Spring is well underway, cold snaps are still an everyday threat. So as we collect bikini cover-ups, we still pull on our boots as we march… (seemingly slowly) into Spring.

This Marrakesh crochet skirt is a great cover-up for soon approaching swimsuit season. Clearly, I. Can’t. Wait.
I’m in love with this Jennifer Zuener Ring . It’s a great simple everyday accessory for any style. Stay tuned for a full post on this topic!
The boat neck cut and drop shoulders on this Dreamy tee from Ann Taylor make this tee perfect for casual days and for dressing up!
My new favorite jeans: Rag & Bone/JEAN High Rise Skinny Jeans. They stay exactly where you put them. LOVE!
For simple accessories that still make a statement, I choose Roman Luxe Triangular Drop Earrings. I have been wearing these so much that I’m beginning to think I was separated at birth from them.
Boots that walk right into Spring: Buckle Jodphur Boot by All Saints. Its clean design and fresh nude tone will look great paired with your favorite floral dress among other spring staples.
These days, I’m all about printed jackets and faux leather leggings. Check out this BCBG Max Azria Paisley Scarf-print jacket and Club Monaco Tasha Leggings. Both pieces also look fabulous when worn with other basics.
I enjoy maxi skirts in spring because they work so well with the weather! For a twist on the skirt, try a Mermaid Maxi. Shown here is the Man Repeller x PJK Rapunzel Maxi Skirt. My favorite thing about this piece is that it was helped design by one of my favorite bloggers, The Man Repeller aka Leandra Medine!
Of course, no month is complete without a great read. This month, I’m excited to share with you What You Are Now Enjoying, a collection of short stories by my dear friend from college, Sarah Gerkensmeyer. Congratulations, Sarah!

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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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