Thứ Sáu, 25 tháng 12, 2015

TRIPLE THREAT: TASSEL LOAFER

TRIPLE THREAT: TASSEL LOAFER
It’s hard to believe but warmer weather is upon us. Sartorially that means one thing and one thing only. It’s time to clean up your act, literally. Shift that wardrobe into a new gear, so to speak, and prepare yourself for what’s to come: plans. Lots of plans. After work plans, weekend plans, spur of the moment plans. There’s no time to lose. Are you up for it?
Sure you are. You’re totally up for it because you’ve made the shrewd decision to invest in versatile footwear. Like a leather loafer, for instance, that you can dress up, dress down and seamlessly don with all manner of styles in between. Now you’re prepared for whatever social occasion the season throws your way.
cognac colored slip-on with smart tassel detail is just the foundation you need. Worn sockless with tailored pants, this is a shoe that easily adapts to a variety of looks. At the office with a slim, cashmere V-neck and dress pants, you’re golden. Drinks at that new wine bar? Try dusty khaki chinos, a trim tee and a light jacket. A go-to loafer is crafty enough to handle more rustic assignments too. Off to the country this weekend? Lighten it up with broken-in beige chinos and a patterned, short-sleeve casual button-down. Remember to accent with fashionable shades to complete the look. Bottom line: the right loafer always proves indispensable over time.

SIDE BY SIDE: MIX (OR) MATCH


SIDE BY SIDE: MIX (OR) MATCH
Add a dose of silver and gold to turn your spring 2015 look into a fashion statement.
AM to PM: Classic white and feminine pastels are perennial favourite on spring fashion runways, lightening the mood for warmer weather as our layers come off. A soft pink tailored blazer might city slicker edge. Add a high dose of boho on the bottom with a pair of white cut-off jean shorts worthy of Kate Bosworth at Coachella. Top off the look withmetallic gold pointy flats with encrusted front vamps contrasting a black clutch.
PM to AM: Who said a knee-length hem couldn’t look so fresh? For a look that perfectly merges casual street style with cocktail hour femininity, pair black pleather Bermuda shorts with a sleeveless black and white top tied in the back with a feminine bow. Wearing the opposing shades together is one of Spring 2015′s hottest trends. Dial up the glamour by accessorizing with matching metallic gold barely-there ankle strap sandals and gold envelope clutch.

FINAL TOUCH: PRINTS + PASTELS


FINAL TOUCH: PRINTS + PASTELS
Coachella might be over but festival style can revolutionize your work wardrobe.
Kylie Jenner might be the Instagram queen of the millennials but she channeled the 60s to be the bohemian princess of all things off-the-shoulder at Coachella 2015. Rocking long- and short-sleeve versions of the throwback crop top, the supermodel bared her midriff while modernizing her Woodstock-worthy ensemble with on trend multi-coloured bell bottoms and high-cut maxi skirts, respectively.
To take the off-the-shoulder look from the music festival to office, leave the loose-fit for the grassy fields and opt instead for a form-fitting below-the-waist Lycra version in a fresh yet simple shade of white. Paired with high-waisted cigarette pants sophisticated enough for work, the 70s can still live on in the light-wash, not to mention the subtle knee rips. Nod to Kate Hudson’s Penny Lane in Almost Famous by topping off the look with rocker-chic  rose-coloured glasses and bold pink on black floral print sole pumps. Accessorizing with a peace sign is optional. Who said you can’t take the flowerchild from the festival?