Archive for April, 2010
Men’s Must Have Accessories
1. Boat Shoes
Cole Haan $148 www.colehaan.com
These shoes are both traditional and functional. They can be dressed up or dressed down. With fun new colors popping up all over any guy can really add some flair and fun to his wardrobe.
2. Plaid
J. Press $25 www.jpressonline.com
Plaid is the pattern of the year. For spring and summer plaid is an easy way to add a pop of color into a man’s wardrobe. One fun way to accessorize with this trend is with a plaid pocket square.
3. Straw Fedora
H&M $7.95 (Best Deal!) Check www.hm.com for location availability.
Every season needs a hat and this season’s hat is a straw fedora. Recently popular has been the felt fedora. With the increasing temperatures a felt fedora would become increasingly uncomfortable. A popular trend in straw fedoras are ones with narrow brims. Also known as “stingy” fedoras.
4. Bright Watch Faces
Victorinox Swiss Army Men's "Convoy" Strap Watch $275 www.macys.com
Another fun way to add a touch of color is through your watch. This trend is also a unique way to show off a little bit of your personality while wearing your conservative business apparel.
5. Bright Striped Ties
Robert Talbott 'College Stripe' Woven Silk Tie $85 www.nordstrom.com
A striped tie is always in style. Trade up your traditional striped tie for one with bright bold colors. A bold tie can make an old suite look youthful again.
In case you missed it!
Our very own Lara Miller was featured in today’s issue of the Red Eye. In honor of Earth Day the Red Eye included an article about Miller’s eco-friendly designs. Check out the article below!
Red Eye p. 7 04/22/2010
Zac Posen for Target
The Zac Posen for Target collection hits stores in 4 days on April 25th!
Posen designed this exclusive collection specially for Target and will join the ranks of Jean Paul Gaultier as a Target designer. The looks will only be available at Target and are classically Posen. The collection includes a fierce red leather jacket, a variety of fun dresses, swimwear, and tuxedo wear. With such amazing price points, these looks are irresistible!
Here are some of my favorite looks!
312 Fashion Series Recap
The 312 Fashion Series last weekend was a huge success. The three days of shows at Loft on Lake featured Jess Audey, Kate Boggiano, Borris Powell and Anna Hovet on Thursday, April 8th, Lara Miller on Friday, April 9th, and Horacio Nieto on Saturday, April 10th.
Thursday night showcased the fall collections of the four featured designers. Jess Audey’s collection showcased her classic styles with fall patterns and colors including oranges and browns. Anna Hovat included a variety of hoods and leggings and her signature contrasting fabric panels. Her color pallet included white, black, and purple. Kate Baggiano showed a feminine collection that featured a light blue button down day dress and a white ruffle trimmed cropped jacket. Boris Powell’s collection was the same one he featured at London Fashion Week. His looks included elegant ball gowns and a structured coat.
Friday night showcased the Fall/Winter collection of Lara Miller. The show had an artistic flair featuring painting studies rigged into bags as accessories. Her collection was eco-friendly and convertible as we have come to love and expect from Miller. Models converted their outfits while walking the runway. With the changes Miller showed countless chic looks on the catwalk.
The final show on Saturday night showcased the Fall/Winter collection of Horacio Nieto. His collection featured Arlo Menwear and Womenswear. The menswear collection featured structured military jackets with high collars and gray trousers. Nieto accessorized with scarves, gloves, and boots. His womenswear collection featured structured mini dresses and coats in jeweled and rose tones. His looks were edgy and slightly futuristic with straight lines and unique shapes. The models completed the look with twisted faux hawks and killer sky high booties and boots.
The entire runway series was an event to remember. Hopefully there will be more events from 312 Fashion in the future!
312 Fashion Series
This weekend is the big event! You wont want to miss out on these three nights of designer shows that are sure to be a huge success. Join us at Loft on Lake Thursday April 8th – Saturday April 10th.
Event Dates:
Thursday – April 08, 2010 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
StyleChicago.com Hosted kick-off cocktail hour
Designer: Chicago Designer Vignettes
DJ Sye Young
Show Start time: 8:30 P.M.
Ticket Price: $35
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/102672
Friday – April 09, 2010 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
StyleChicago.com hosted cocktail hour and pre-show Lara Miller Collection exclusive shopping hour
Designer: Lara Miller
Show Start time: 8:30 P.M.
Ticket Price: $35
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/104540
Saturday – April 10, 2010 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Designer: Horacio Nieto
Show Start time: 8:00 P.M.
Ticket Price: $40
www.horacionieto.com
Show Venue: Loft on Lake
1366 West Lake Street
Chicago, IL 60607
April 8 & 9 After Party 10:00 P.M. – on
The Underground Chicago
56 West Illinois Street
Chicago, IL 60610
FREE ADMISSION WITH 312 FASHION
For Full Details, Visit 312fashion.com
Horacio Nieto – 312 Fashion Series
You wont want to miss the last event of the 312 Fashion Series at Loft on Lake!
Horacio Nieto will present his Fall/Winter 2010 Womenswear and Arlo Menswear collections on Saturday April 10th. The event will be hosted by Michelle Alegria from 190 North. Cocktails will be provided by Casa Noble Tequila & Zaya Gran Reserva Rum. Shoes are courtesy of Michael Antonio Available at Akira, and music by DJ Marshall Brown & DJ Javi Doce.
Nieto has created a strong presence in the Chicago fashion industry with his designs that invoke strength, fluidity, and sex appeal. He dressed Candela Ferro for a People En Espanol event, and was featured during the 2009 Chicago Fashion Focus week. We are definitely going to see a lot more of Nieto in the years to come.
Tickets are selling fast! To purchase tickets please follow this link, http://tinyurl.com/ygt898x.
For more information on Horacio Nieto please visit his website, http://www.horacionieto.com/default4.asp.
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