Honeysuckle: Trending 2011

Fashion Trends of 2011: Honeysuckle, the colour of 2011. And Gucci hasn't experimented with it yet? Apparently not. Here's to affordable honeysuckle-loved fashion: The colour of the year!

1. Honeysuckle Coloured Chino-Style Trousers: 

Coloured pants are on their way to style statement status. And what better colour than this year's favourite? Team it up with a long white formal shirt and gold colour accessories, and you're the bomb! Think affordable branded fashion, and you've got one already!

What: Honeysuckle Coloured Chino-Style Trousers

Where: Zara

Price: $39.90



2. Dip Dye Scarf:

Scarves we love. And tie-dyes aren't seasonal- the one kind that's always in! The shaded scarf is a great accessory, a bright one too! Dress smart: indulge in the colours!

What: Dip Dye Scarf

Where: Gap

Price: $29.50


3. Sweetheart Rosette Bubble Dress: 

It's a myth when you say Forever 21 has the best of dresses. It also has the best of style. A beautiful flowing short dress, complimenting the beauty of the pinkish-red colour in question, this is a gorgeous dress. It's one for a dream. Couple it up with pink-gold or grey/silver, and you're out to kill. There's nothing better than confidence in lovely wrapping!

What: Sweetheart Rosette Bubble Dress

Where: Forever 21

Price: $22.80


4. Honeysuckle Jean Joaillerie:

Jewelry is always the enhancing factor of a get-up. Joan Joaillerie, beautiful in its designs, has unique jewelry in honeysuckle colours. Light and gorgeous, they're the ideal cherry to your outfit. Couple them up with casual wear, or dressy outfits. A variety of deigns you could pick and a variety of colours, if honeysuckle isn't your deal.

What: Honeysuckle jewelry

Where: Jean Joaillerie, http://on.fb.me/ijhiIT


5. Beads of Light One-Shoulder Pink Dress: 

The reason dresses feature here a lot, is the craze we've developed for these. And why not? They flaunt us off just prefect. About this dress: It's soft, it's casual and it still manages to accomplish the mammoth status of an evening dress.

What: Beads of Light One-Shoulder Pink Dress

Where: Top Shop, http://bit.ly/fNbWsv

LV: Spring fashion

Lv: Louis Vuitton spring fashion can't do without a mention. Spring 2011, the peak of spring fashion- and LV makes it hotter. There isn't a collection with the exact colours and the best designes. Even before honeysuckle was declared the colour of the year, this collection had it part of it's floral patterns.

So what's the best of Louis Vuitton this season? Take a look: The best of Louis Vuitton Cruise Collection 2011!


1. Printed Silk and Linen Sleeveless Dress:

You've seen the outfit everywhere: Magazine covers, advertisements, all over the internet- For the collection is known by it! What's so great about the dress? It's got the perfect colours, the perfect florals and patterns, that collar and the belt: All that crisp dressing we follow!

This outfit is style in a million bucks: Wear it to the sunday brunch, the evening party and the gazebo, that very important meeting: or just out to a day of expensive shopping. It appeals for a million occasions!

What: Printed silk and linen sleeveless dress

Worn with: (Photo) Flower Field Pump in Printed Textile and Patent Calf Leather, Fingerless glover in lamskin

Where: Louis Vuitton


2. Silk Knit Dress: 

Dresses are the love for most all of us. What kind is the dress we dig? In simple words: it's this. This year's collection is far from typical evening dresses. It's one of formal style. The belts and the sleeveless cuts: the 70's are back it seems: and for good. Pink and white: A great combo, with lovable lady-like cuts and flowing knee-length folds.

Wear with flats or just heels- they're sure to compliment the season any which way!

What: Silk Knit Dress, Louis Vuitton Cruise Collection 2011

Worn with: (photo) Monogram Sabbia tote, Flower Fields Ballerina

Where: Louis Vuitton, http://bit.ly/abrFke



3. New Denim Square Scarves: 

Taking complete advantage of the formals & the silks of the season, are these scarves. Available in five different colours, the baby pink is the best. Browns and blacks also make the colour-styles of this trend of scarves. They're all-rounders when it comes to day & evening wear.

What: New Denim Square Scarves, Louis Vuitton Cruise collection 2011

Where: Louis Vuitton, http://bit.ly/abrFke


4. Swimsuit, Cruise 2011: 

So this is the only swimsuit of the season. But what style. There's nothing it isn't! An epitome of style and much of class, a gorgeous mix of colours and a super chic fit: It's all you need? You know just what you want if you're going for designer swimwear.

What: Swimsuit, Cruise Collection 2011

Where: Louis Vuitton


5. Save it Bracelet:

The save- it bracelet, definitely something you're saving for! Toping all wish-lists this year, the bracelet is a charm. It spells smart like nothing else of it's style. It's up for grabs, pun intended!

What: Save it bracelet

Where: Louis Vuitton

Prints and Frills: This Summer/Spring

Prints and Frills: Louise Vuitton and Prada might be most fashion-forward. But are we all in the Gucci-affording category? Hell, no! So what's the alternative? All clothing isn't always branded to be chic! The big brands do, obviously, have their own charm. But here's how to make casual work for you: Use the 'in' design with your clothing. And 'in' this year are the frills and the prints.

Here's a few good ways you could make frills and prints work magic for you:

1. Frills: 

Frills are a trend of the year, on the designer front, as well as when it comes to formal clothing or hitting the bar. Frills are easy to achieve.

- A bright filled shirt (red, blue, green) especially satin, go well with a pair of blue jeans. What's a myth is that they look good with black. With pants they're okay- since we haven't much choice (with the wear-to-office trouble)! But black jeans don't go that great. Jeans are a contrast between casual and formal, and end up looking cool.

-Peep toes are a great choice with the jeans and your frilled top.

-Avoid neckpieces with frills. They already highlight your front, without further help from the accessories!

- Frilled shoulders: are almost power shoulders. They look great, and a heavy neckpiece might even enhance the style!

- Frilled dresses: While picking these, make sure the frills are well-placed. And light. Heavy frills are a definite NO. Also, the frills on the upper half of the dress are advisable. Those on the lower, aren't exactly ideal.

- Frilled Skirts? Just don't buy them.


2. Prints: 

Prints are a big craze. They've always been. But this season seems to have revived the old love for sprints. Think spring, and the first thing you buy is a floral printed top. Think formal, evening dress: the first thing you pick is a heavy, abstract-print dress. So what's the deal with these prints? Why are we all craving for 'em? It's because they describe our mood.

Here's a few ways to carry your prints off in style!

- Printed tee: Prints go with most things. A printed goes perfectly well with a pair of black/blue/grey jeans. Shorts are great for casual wear. Skirts, on the other hand, always only look good with something more intricate. A simple printed tee just won't do.

-Printed skirts: Printed skirts are complicated. While picking skirts, it's always a good thing to categorize them into two kinds: The knee-length flimsy ones, and the tight, mini skirts. With flimsy ones, you're always carrying off a very delicate look. Prints on such skirts are always preferred light and tiny. Large prints with dark colours that shout right at your face aren't good news. With the shorter ones, little dark prints in some negligible corner of the skirt are best.

- Printed dresses are always great: Whether they're light patterns or heavy colours.

- Avoid much accessories with prints. They're loud enough already. The occasional earrings are ideal.

-Bellies are the shoe with prints. Wedges go well, too. 

Fashion trends of 2011

Fashion Trends, 2011: Fashion, they say, is ever-changing. But what's also true is that whats out of fashion today is back in tomorrow.

Here's some trends that are back in this year!

1. High-Waisted Pants: The high-waisted pants, once a die-worthy fad, slowly slipped out of style. For they were, of course, replaced by quite the opposite: Low waists. Low waists were in wherever you went. Especially with jeans. But high waisted pants have made their way right back into style! 

Wear: With tucked-in formal shirts. Make sure a good style and some large buttons highlight their presence. Frills do the trick. Accessories in large chunks are great. Peep-toes are the best heels with these pants! 

Want a pair? Here's a few good ones!

-Trousers W-L Main:

They're a good colour. Brown goes with a lot of things. They're flared at the bottom with wide pockets. Ideal for the pub, as well as the meeting! It's definitely well-budgeted, too!

What: Trousers W-L Main

Where: Mango, online store: http://bit.ly/hMuqkV

Price: $28.99

- Zara:

Nude is a great colour. It's the colour we dig this season. Especially in the formals arena. It's got a slight belt to tie along the side, with it. And it's definitely a chic buy. 

What: High waisted trousers. Ref Number: 2205/635

Where: Zara, http://bit.ly/eLZikv

Price: $69.90

2. Sequins: 

According to event planner and designer Tamika Brown, sequins have well made their way back into style. 'Especially with tops and dresses,' she says. And true, that is. Sequins are widely used by most designers. Recent spring collections of 2011, saw a lot of sequins. Famous designers like Donna Karan, to slightly younger brands like Forever 21: Everywhere, the sequins are an abundant dig.

Wear: As suggested, with tops and dresses.






- Sequin Shoulder LS Top: 




Sequins add an element to tops that are otherwise dull. It's the party element. One a top has some sequins, it's automatically in the 'going out' category. Couple it up with the most casual of jeans, and it still looks great- Even if it's just a hint of sequin!

What: Sequin Shoulder LS Top

Where: Forever 21, http://bit.ly/gi1Ov0







- Slip Dress with Sequined skirt


This one is for the nights of long-lasting glamour! Among the partying and the dancing, is the bling. C'est extraordinaire! Jazz yourself up a bit: After all, no amount of glamour is ever less!

What: Slip Dress with Sequined Skirt

Where: DKNY, http://bit.ly/a65dGe

Price: $97.99



- Short Sleeve Sequined Tee:

This, is by far the hottest, yet the plainest sequined tee I've come across! It's got that element of glamour, and it's super-gorgeous. You can't do without this one! It's available in white, black, dark blue, silver and nude!

What: Short Sleeve Sequined Tee

Where: DKNY, http://bit.ly/dYYjPI

Price: $89.00

3. Layers: 

Layers are big this season. Not just in the designers' arena, but also when it comes to street style and party dressing. Starting as a matter of convenience, layers are now a style statement. In the winters, of course. But layers we love. Not so surprisingly, layers were a big concern for fashion magazines as well. Articles on carrying those layers off with style were quite in abundance.

Wear: Long-sleeved tees, thin pullovers, sleeveless jackets, mufflers- all make for great layers.


-GAP, has a section dedicated entirely to layered clothing! If you love layers, this is the place for you: http://gap.us/fxTLjQ


- Cardigan with cloth pockets:

It's smart- to say the very least. Long sleeves and an open-front buttoned cardigan. That's the first thing in layers. Being a neutral colour, it goes with most everything.

What: Cardigan with cloth pockets

Where: Zara, http://bit.ly/g7i9MM




4. Power Shoulders:

This being the era of the confident, bold woman, the power shoulders had to be back. Not everybody can carry these off well. It's for the independent woman with that strong personality. Walk into meetings with that confidence and the power in your shoulders: There's nothing you can't achieve. And that's the reason they're so dearly loved. We like the bold. And when it's a woman who's going out to get the world: all the better!

Wear: Accessories are the biggie with power shoulders. Use statement necklaces, chunk jewelry and large accessories! High waists look super with power shoulders!


-Vintage Evening Elegant Dress:

A dress with a highlighted, puffed shoulder area? There's nothing more chic when it comes to power shoulders! The golden emphasizes the big shoulders, giving it an air of power. This dress wins all hearts!

What: Vintage Evening Elegant Dress

Where: Modcloth, http://bit.ly/ep9Bcb

Price: $49.99

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week 2011: Day 1

New York Fashion Week: So the year to fashion weeks began with the incredible Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week 2011: Held at New York! (10th-17th Feb)

Yesterday, the 9th of Feb, began the fashion week. Seems like it went off just fine! The only show scheduled for the first day was the Heart Truth's red dress collection.

Sponsors: Diet coke, Swarovski, Bobbi Brown cosmetics, AOL Inc.


It's the Fall-Winter collection, 2011! Schedule available at: http://bit.ly/9F1DyL


Starting off with the Heart Truth's red dress collection, the event received a huge response. Not only was it one of the most searched fashion weeks, but it also  received celebrity participation by the truck loads! They were there, though, for a reason: They came together for the heart disease awareness.

Celebs that walked the runway: Among many others were Linda Gray, Patti LaBelle, Dita Von Teese, Allison Sweeney, Suzanne Somers

Celeb attendees: Model Camila Alves, Matthew McConaughey, Johnny Weir and Jeffrey Williams - among others.

Versace: An ode

Versace: And indeed it does! Versace by all means 'watches' women. Whether it be Verace's absolutely gorgeous watches, or it's Versace luggage: Versace is in complete know of the tastes and styles of today's women. We, ofcourse, dominate style. From Versace perfume, to Versace scarves- It's all about us!

Speaking of which, here's Top Ten Versace items we absolutely dig!


1. Versace Bags: 

Versace, when it comes to handbags is the Lord. Every fashionista aims to have at least one Versace Handbag in her wardrobe, for that proud night of the fashionista, where she'll step out with that great handbag she owns! Versace handbags have always been trend-breaking. They're the time-stopper accessory. Versace bags never go out of fashion!

What: Handbags (Photo: Versace Veneta Bow Satchel)

Where: Versace



2. Versace Jeans:

Versace is a dear- favourite when you think jeans. They're experts in style, cut and design. Their jeans, this Versace, do justice to Men and Women both. It's a wonder how they come up with the smartest jeans, those we absolutely adore!

What: Jeans

Where: Versace



3. Versace Perfume: 

One can never get enough of the Versace scent. The smell lead us on! For the Vanitas and Pour Hommes of the world is a message: Versace is the sniff for you! Far from the darling fruits and florals is the Versace impact fragrances. Drop that statement while you pass by!

What: Versace Perfume

Where: Versace, http://bit.ly/fpVeCB


4. Versace Men:

While all designers feast on women's wear, Versace is one that's laid equal focus on their Men's Collection. At a lot of focus, at that. When it comes to fashion, Men are very choosy- even though they would swear that isn't true. If they're going to invest in fashion, it better be good. That's the reason most men go for Versace's collection, over other designers. Style and quality come together: which serves the very purpose of fashion in the eyes of a man.

What: Versace Men

Where: Versace




5.  Versace Watches: 

Versace makes elegant watches. They're a class apart, with their sophistication and intricate simplicity. Wondering how it's intricate, at the same time sophisticated? All you gota do it check out their collection. And I rest my case!

What: Women's watches

Where: Versace, http://bit.ly/gAQpLN

Spring Shoes

Top four shoes of Spring 2011!
Spring is just the weather for picnics and sunny sundays! And then there's those evenings in the gazebo with your man. Shoes, are perfect accessories you can't miss out on! Whether you're out with the girls or you're out on a date: Here's a list of shoes to get you through the season!

1.  Ditsy Rosy Slingback Heels:

They've got the one spring essential: Floral, flowery patterns. And they're just what you need! The black background gives it a perfect fit even if you intend wearing it in the evening!

What: Ditsy Rosy Slingback Heels

Where: Forever 21, http://bit.ly/ek9Bvb

Price: $24.80

2. Winnie T-Bar Espadrilles:

Aquamarine is just one of the colours that are spring-summer-friendly. Wedges are in this season, as is the colour. Turquoise is ideal for that day at the beach, or just when you're stepping out to the mall. Walk in style, I say!

What: Winnie T-Bar Espadrilles

Where: Top Shop, http://bit.ly/fTkL3j

Price: $65.00

3. Print Ballet Shoe:

A pair of ballet flats is an essential item in everybody's wardrobe. Some spring, they're available in just the right styles. This pair of printed ballet shoes are the ideal floral prints for the spring. White is a trademark colour of the season, as is the print. The shoe does perfect justice to the season!

What: Print Ballet Shoe

Where: Zara, http://bit.ly/fxyMO4

Price: $29.90

4. Qupid Nydia 121 champagne sizzleback hidden platform pumps:

Don't judge a shoe by it's name! Well, at least not the length of its name! Silent gold describes the season. Especially from the designers' perspective. This pair of platform pumps must have the consent of all designers, for its subtle gold colour and gorgeous frills. Power heels are the style of the season, just as power shoulders, when it comes to shirts. Peeptoes, as well, are very much in 'demand' and they sizzle their way ahead, just as the name suggests!

What: Qupid Nydia 121 champagne sizzleback hidden platform pumps

Where: Lulu's, http://bit.ly/fpjw2t

Price: $35.00

Formals and evening wear: Clothes you can wear to the pub and office

Formals and Evening wear: Fashion gets limited when it comes to formal clothes that go well for office as well as the pub later. There's those days sometimes, when you have just no time to switch clothes while running from office straight to the bar. There's those formal outfits that are perfect for running right out of office to that pub with the girls: without the hassle of changing your clothes!

Here's a list of formal outfits you can wear to office and straight away to the party! 

1. Blue, formal halter: 

Satin blue halter top is just the thing for partying. And just the thing for office! It's formal, and it's chic! You'll love the blue satin, and you're just 'top-ped in style'! 

What: Blue Halter Top

Where: Zara, http://bit.ly/gUBlB8

Price: 39.90 USD

2. Bow Front Top

It's formal, and it's Satin again. Metallic grey with a frilly front makes for formal office wear, as well as the attire you can just use to step into that bar/dinner/date/concert! It's got great cuts and an amazing front design that's definitely 'en vogue'! A sequined pair of shorts or a formal black skirt- goes with anything you want it to!

What: Bow Front Top

Where: Forever 21, http://bit.ly/hgC3TV

Price: $28.00


3. Jump suit with front buttons

Apart from the over-priced Louise Vuitton's and Prada's of the world, is Zara. Walk right into that meeting, make a statement! Black is just the colour that makes the jumpsuit formal. The white buttons add class. Couple it up with high heels and run right out of work for that hell of an evening! Jumpsuits look great, they look smart. Ace that meeting in the crisp black outfit!

What: Jump suit with front buttons

Where: Zara, http://bit.ly/e2wUtk

Price: $69.90






4. BB Dakota Geary Taupe Leather Pants:

Leather spells sexy, all the way! Brown is the perfect colour for office-pub wear. The colour's ideal, and it's just as body-hugging as you need! Team it with a white formal shirt and get on the move! If you're headed out for the evening, you're in perfect clothes. Get out there and grab yourself some chic!

What: BB Dakota Geary Taupe Leather Pants

Where: Lulu's

Price: $140.00


 5. The Aglaia Top: 

The white shirt is an essential item when it comes to formal clothing. One with cute cut sleeves, and a black neck bow looks great. Pair it with high black shorts and they're great to go: To work, or for dinner! It's good for formal wear: whether at office or out. In terms of formal attire, the bow gives it a cute new design, making it a fab formal! 

What: The Aglaia Top

Where: Modcloth, http://bit.ly/gzNqsd

Price: $39.99

Spring 2011

Spring trends 2011 bring so many light colours around: The frills, colours and floral prints are all such a pleasant change from the dull winter fashion.

Designers often give one collection for spring and summer. Surprisingly though, summer fashion is always different from spring fashion. Summer always brings along a frenzy of bright and bold colours. Spring, on the other hand, marks light colours, subtle and soft.
So obviously, spring fashion differs from summer fashion.

Here's what you must know of Spring 2011 Trends- The basics as well as the designers: 


Basics: Street style this spring!


1. Scarves: So the winter is out, but theres that chill in the air. Besides, the mufflers are replaced with those scarves. Scarves are essential to spring, even though they're all but forgotten in summer!


2. Plain White Tee: Plain white t-shirts are an essential spring item. Choose a style that fits you best. The reason these tees are a must is that they're used as a base. Spring calls for loads of accessories, which only look best on plain t-shirts! 

3. Thin knee-length skirt: We need something for that casual lunch with the girls don't we? Knee-length skirts that are thin and printed look great with a smart top and scarf. They're ideal for they're great with flip-flops as well!

4. Bellies: Bellies are the shoe for spring. They're pretty and girly. Subtle colours go well with everyday clothing. They look ideal with those airy, free clothes!

5. Accessories: Spring fashion, especially Spring fashion 2011 is all about accessories! Whether theyre scarves or handbags, shoes or beads- they're all in! Light colours, of course.

Designers: Spring-Summer designer collections 2011 were a complete contrast from this year's spring street wear and style. In fact, designers were usually the first to excite over evening wear and dresses. Not this year! his year's a whole new deal!

1. Formals: Formals dominated all spring collections this year. The craze for formal attire only struck this season and every designers had certain looks devoted entirely to formals. If you're up for some designer clothing shopping, you ought to know you're in for some serious confusion! They're in much abundance,
you just wouldn't be able to make up your mind! Louise Vouitton has a great formal outfits collection this year!

2. Bold colours: Surprisingly, the bold colours were a big demand. Most designers preferred bright colours over the lighter ones. All up for the fiery reds and the blaring blues, most collections were a riot of strong colours! Gucci's Spring- Summer 2011 collection has strong use of blue, gold, orange and green! C'est bold for the bold woman!

3. Sharp cuts: Sharp cuts found their way in, this year. Everybody was up for some crisp dressing. Tight cuts made for edgy dresses and skirts. Baggy is out, cuts are in! Gucci's collection, as with many other designers, went all-out for sharp cuts and corners.