Ralph Lauren Unveils Outfits for U.S. Olympians
January 30th, 2010 | 
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NEW YORK – The American athletes at the Winter Olympics will be ambassadors for the sporty style synonymous with American fashion.
The Ralph Lauren uniforms created for the opening ceremony and revealed Tuesday include a navy puffer jacket with red stripes, a chunky white turtleneck, white pants and an alpine-style hat — with moose, evergreens and American flags.
“I really hope the outfits are going to keep us warm — it’s what I’m wearing,” said David Lauren, the company’s senior vice president of advertising, marketing and communications, who’ll be making the trip to Vancouver.
The U.S. Olympic Committee reviewed designs at all phases, including inspiration boards and sketches. Final outfits are now being distributed to athletes.
Lauren said his favorite part of the outfit is the American flag on the back of the jacket.
“Whenever I see it [the flag], it makes me feel patriotic, especially when it’s connected to the Olympics,” he said. “It makes it personal. It’s like watching a Yankees game in a shirt with Derek Jeter’s name on it.”
The opening outfits are modern and casual, while the previously revealed closing look — with a shawl-collar sweater with antique buttons and a newsboy cap — is very traditional.
Official gear is available on a limited-edition basis to consumers. The idea is for the garments to become “instant collector’s items,” said Lauren.
Men’s Military Fashion Trend 2010
December 20th, 2009 |
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The 1980s fashion revival is coming to a close. But the revival on earlier periods, particularly from the 1930s and 1940s, remains popular. So what to do then with the military fashion trend which has proved the stalwart of fashionisers’ wardrobes for the past 2 years? Evolve it. Play down the over-the-top glam pieces taken directly from the 80s, and infuse the historical military look with something far more classic, far more relevant to 2010 fashion. Introducing the Autumn (Fall) / Winter 2010 evolution of the men’s military clothing trend.
Top 9 Gifts for Stylish Men
September 10th, 2009 |
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1. Designer wallet
He’ll carry it everyday, so make sure his wallet is the best, exotic like Alligator, Water buffalo, Prada, or Bulgari are the best
2. Custom shirt
Send him a gift certificate and let him choose the shirt of his dreams: pocket, size, fabric, monogram, color, cuff and collar can all be customized for a truly personalized gift.
3. Cologne
The well-dressed man is never complete without a cologne wardrobe. Pick out his personal fave or get him started on something new.
4. Leather slippers
Definitely not a necessity, but your style-conscious guy will feel like a mogul in them.
5. Designer belt
An upscale belt is a perfect accent for his wardrobe.
6. Shoe trees
Give him something to keep his shoes looking great. Cedar shoe trees will help smooth out the leather and wick away moisture between wearings.
7. Spa day
The ultimate in pampering: a day of spa treatments at a spa house. Choose packages especially
designed for men, including massages, manicures and facials.
8. Silver key ring
A silver key ring is the kind of detail that the stylish man appreciates.
9. Tie case
Your man can protect his precious ties with an elegant leather tie case.
Formal Hair Style
August 11th, 2009 |
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1. Long Hair
Long, flowing hair is a great match for strapless formal dresses because it brings so much attention to the face and upper body.
Long hair also adds a youthful twist to formal wear (unlike a stiff updo) so it’s a great way to look updated and modern.
Here’s how to wear long hair with a formal dress:
# Keep the volume under control with products designed to add texture and shine: structured curls (the kind you get with old-fashioned hot rollers) are out. Instead, opt for long loose waves or silky, stick-straight hair.
# Long, sexy hair becomes the accessory, so go easy on other jewelry around the face. Earrings — which need to be oversized diamond studs or chandelier earrings to be seen with long hair — are all you need. Skip the necklace.
# Take daytime hair into the night with a beautiful hair ornament or a look that is partially pulled up or back away from the face.
2. Modern Updo
The biggest formal fashion mistake most women make is to pair a gorgeous dress with a frumpy, overly structured updo.
For the runway, hair stylists often choose an updo that features a high chignon that has loose ends.
The modern updo looks sleek but not too perfect, which adds to its appeal.
3. Trendy Headband
The headband took runways by storm at recent fashion shows. Paired with either long slick hair or slightly teased retro hair, the black headband is a great way to update even the most basic little black dress.
4. Low Ponytail
A low, loose ponytail gives formal dresses a casual chic twist. This look is best when paired with more natural-looking makeup and minimal jewelry.
5. Shiny Bob
Women over the age of 40 sometimes struggle with the chicest way to wear hair, feeling silly trying to pull off trendier looks like double buns or ponytails. The key to pulling off a bob with bangs for formal wear is to have lots of shine. A classic smoky eye and red lips are perfect partners for the shiny bob.
6. Low Chignon
The beauty of a low, loose chignon is that it almost looks like an afterthought. When paired with a dress with a beautiful back detail — a back bow, a low-cut back — it’s a knockout.
7. High Ponytail
For your most glamorous look, pull your hair back into a high, full ponytail. This hair style is perfect with halter-necks and strapless dresses and tops.
Don’t have the hair to pull this off? No problem: just pull hair back and clip on a fake ponytail that’s a good match to your haircolor.
Look Your Best in Ankle Boots
July 14th, 2009 |
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1. Do Balance Out Black Boots with Black Jacket
Sometimes black booties look harsh with short dresses in light colors, but by adding a black leather jacket to a sparkly dress this look balances itself out.
2. Don’t Wear Ankle Boots with Full, Long Skirts
The proportion of an ankle boot with a mid-calf, full skirt is all wrong: ankle boots look best as
part of a leggy look, either with short skirt, skinny jeans or leggings.
3. Do Wear Boots with Tights
One of the easiest ways to wear ankle boots is to pair black shoes with black tights (and a black
dress if you really want to go monochromatic.) The look is flattering for most women and most cuts of ankle boots.
4. Don’t Mistake Ankle Boots for Formal Wear
While ankle boots and cocktail dresses may be cool and trendy, clunky ankle boots will never replace refined pumps or strappy sandals for black-tie events.
5. Do Go Bare-Legged
Even if your legs aren’t tan, the overall look of bare legs and ankle boots is hard to beat.
6. Don’t Wear Excessively Furry or Fringed Ankle Boots
Some pizazz on the ankle boot is fine; but bundles of fuzz that look like wild mammals are eating
your feet are not so cute.
7. Do Tuck Skinny Jeans into Ankle Boots
Slim bottoms — like skinny jeans and leggings — are a natural for ankle boots. Just slip these
tight-fitting bottoms into the top of ankle boots for a sleek look.
8. Don’t Wear Taller Ankle Boots with Longer Skirts
In general, the taller the shaft of the ankle boot, the shorter the skirt should be. Wearing a
knee-length skirt with a taller ankle boot visually shortens the leg and gives you a chopped-off
look.
9. Do Wear Ankle Boots with Socks
Wearing ankle boots with socks is a practical idea (much less slippery than wearing with hose, less
sweaty than wearing barefoot), but a peek of sock under a pair of slouchy casual ankle boots is cute.
10. Do Wear Low-Cut Ankle Boots
Do wear a low-cut ankle boot with a dress to elongate your legs.
Some Tips to Re-work your Style Staples into Fresh New Silhouettes
May 20th, 2009 |
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It’s time to re-work your style staples into fresh new silhouettes. A blazer is not just for the officce; make your works-wear do double duty and team yours with cropped city shorts and heels for effortless off-duty chic, or try a mini trench over a statement metallic dress for a unique take on the classics. It’s easy whenyou kow how!
Men’s Brooches: a Dandy Accessory
April 18th, 2009 |
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There aren’t all that many fashion accessories for men when one considers the sheer volume that exist for women. And of those that do exist, quite often you find that they’re heavily associated with a sub-culture or movement that you’re simply not interested in associating yourself with. Brooches for men are, however, one of the few men’s accessories which can cross the sub-culture divides, are perfect for both Spring/Summer and Autumn (Fall)/Winter seasons, and are slowly making a come-back.
The Styles
As if taking their cues from the Cool Britannia revival, the most popular of men’s brooches take their cues from vintage Anglo-Saxon, English and Scottish brooches, and old-world motifs such as stag heads.
Handbag Trends for Spring/Summer 2009
March 12th, 2009 |
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With the huge influence of recession many designers have focused their attention on accessories rather than garments. Jewelry, shoes, handbags of this season are very unusual and bright.
Besides, they are present everywhere, in every single collection, worn with pride and an elegant air by all the top models on the catwalk.
The handbag is no longer considered by designers as a mere accessory that can be included or may be ignored. It has become a fundamental element of a woman’s look. Its mission is not limited to practicality; it is chic and complements a woman’s personality and style.
Trends of this season (Spring 2009/Summer 2009) very much, from highly practical huge totes to tiny eccentric clutches for evening wear. Every woman of fashion will be able to find something that suits her style and taste.
Wide, very comfortable bags in all colors imaginable – beige, white, black, metallic, gold, violet, orange, green, blue, etc. – will be extremely popular this season.
They are intended mostly for everyday wear: for shopping, work, college classes. Bags in this style are presented in collections by Versace, Bottega Veneta, Ralph Lauren, Sui, Diane von Furstenberg, Rossi, Valentino and others.
So comfortable and roomy!
Medium-sized handbags have found their place in lines from Dolce&Gabbana, La Perla, Missoni, Ferragamo, Armani, Michael Kors, Sonya Rykiel, Miu-Miu, etc.
These bags combine both comfort and elegance, grace and practicality. Some are rather simple, others are literally works of art.
Designers made different styles and designs. There are a lot of tiny and medium sized clutches of ordinary design or very exclusive and sophisticated style. Clutches are widely presented in almost every collection.
Materials used vary from reptile leather of different colors to silk fabrics embellished with sequins. Great choice and pure femininy.
Look for clutches in Valentino, Pucci, Diane von Furstenberg, Donna Karan, Louis Vuitton’s collections. Patchwork has entered the world of fashion last season.
There were just a few bags and shoes made in this style but they immediately became very popular. In the new season we see patchwork as a trend already. Now there are more of those designers who decided to introduce this new tendency into their collections: Dolce & Gabbana, Just Cavalli, Frisoni, Chloe, Balinciaga and others. The classic strap handbag, worn on the shoulder is fashionable and practical as this allows you to have both your hands absolutely free.
And the last but not the least, extraordinary bags! The more unusual your bag is the better. Extraordinary means everything that is very unlike other things, a standout, something that strikes your mind, for example the bags you see at the pictures below.
