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Trend Alert: Bridal Headpieces

Viel Planning a wedding this spring and looking for some new ideas for bridal headpieces and veils? Check out New York’s Bridal Runway for 2010 and you will be inspired by innovative styles to update your traditional look.

Here are 3 key trends to look for:

Bird-cage veils are the retro-alternative to long, trailing veils.
Add a whimsical touch by placing feathers on your headpiece.
Try a hat on for size! Designers incorporated timeless Derby hats with the option of a veil for a fashion-forward look.

You can combine various ideas, but don’t go trend-overboard. Think about the style and vibe of your wedding. Having an outdoor wedding? Consider the hat for a unique 20’s look. You could also put a splash of romance into a simple, yet chic dress by entwining feathers throughout your hairstyle!

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Trend Alert: Polka Dots

Seen at the fashion runway for Spring collection are clothes and dresses with polka-dotted prints. I don’t particularly like polka dots and I think the style gets old pretty quickly but I do think it will work for the Spring season. Polka dots are kinda fun and colorful, just like the spirit of the season.

You can incorporate this style in your wardrobe by keeping in mind the following tips —

1. Mix and match. Play with a lot of colors and contrast. Fashion this time is all about the contrast. The bolder it is the better it looks. Plus, it is fun to try and be adventurous with your style once in a while.

2. Don’t ignore the accessories. Start with a polka-dotted scarf for example and play around with it. This can be an accent to your whole ensemble.

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Dressing Room Etiquette

Trying on clothes at the store? Do mind these dressing room tips when you do:

a) Be careful with the merchandise. Don’t toss it around anywhere, especially if you find that the clothes don’t really fit you well and you decide not to get it. Put it back in the orderly manner you got it. If it comes with a hanger, then by all means, hang the clothes back on it.

b) Make sure that you aren’t eating any food when you try something on. You might stain the blouse you got and it will be worse if you don’t even have the intention of buying this. It’s the same thing for lipstick, too. Be careful about wearing this and make sure that you don’t leave any lip mark. White items are a killer.

c) Don’t leave your trash inside the dressing room. There are trash cans for that. Always ensure cleanliness and respect the establishment. The sales team tend to remember customers like you and will surely dread servicing you the next time you come back.

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Get Ready for the Spring Summer Look

My favorite seasons would have to be spring and summer because you can dress up in plenty of ways. You can go simple and light for the daytime….and then bundle up but not feel to overpowered and cluttered at night.

For these two seasons, here is a cheat sheet of trends you have to watch for to get it with the “in style” crowd!

As we have previously discussed, soft hues are going to be big this coming season. So choose clothes with these really feminine style. Go with vintage 1920’s for inspiration. Also, because it’s summer, Nautical fashion is definitely making a comeback.

Sheer nudes, tulles, ruffles, fringes, laces…all combined with jeans or casual cotton, are the fabric of choices for this season’s stylish wear, too. On the other hand, beige, taupe, peach, persimmon, turquoise, olive green, light yellow and gray are this season’s best color choices.

For hairstyles, loose is more likely it. But long braids or disheveled buns still look really attractive, relaxed and casual. Pink or coral lipstick shades are back.

Accessories of choice include straw hats and 80’s inspired sunglasses. Beads and bangles in many colorful designs are also going to make your summer wear so much more prettier.

Do away with dark leathered bags and go with beige, nude, while or brightly colored ones. Canvas is most preferred than leather. While sandals and flip flops will rule daytime wear, at night, you can dress it up with wedge heels or clogs. Pink shoes with a lot of character and design too.

The seasons of spring and summer is about light and fun! Enjoy it!

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Wedding Boutique by NetAPorter

Although wedding boutiques online have been existence for years now, and this concept is not entirely new, shopping site, Net-A-Porter, offers yet another option for many bride to be’s out there. And what they have is something women getting married cannot simply ignore. The newly opened section features many things a bride needs for her one stop bridal fashion shopping.

The site is loaded with features including some dress suggestions based on one’s personal style and a gallery of bridal fashions from all over the world.

Pieces sold include the wedding gown, of course, as well as the bridal lingerie, head dresses, bags and shoes.

The also offer something for the whole entourage, so it is really fairly easy to come up with the what everyone can wear at the wedding, on this site.

You can start browsing the collection here.

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Can Plus Size Women Wear Tights?

With the tail of winter still in effect, fashion dictates that wearing tights is not only trendy and stylish but necessary. Slim women can actually wear their short skirts even when it’s freezing outside, because wearing tights under it keep it warm and comfortable. But how about those not so blessed with a pair of slim legs? Can they wear skirts with tights too?

Look at some of these choices of tights for women with real curves. The plus factor? They come in really fabulous shades, so that even in the dead of winter, there’s still a hint of color for the wardrobe.

We Love Colors delivers exactly just that — colors. Just look at their selection. I think they have everything from darkest gray to the brightest yellow. And these tights fit women of at least 375 pounds in weight.

Sock Dreams also have a cool selection of tights, in several amazing colors, for women of about 200 pounds. What’s great is that a pair only costs $24.

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How to Trendy for Less

Hello all my fashionistas and fashion gurus, I some great trendy bargains from the the net. I also have some great tips to keep you on the right side of fashion. So get those style books out and get ready for some bargains and tips.

Trendy Tip: #1 Indie is trendy

Check out Independent designers for some great pieces for less. Many mainstream designers have great stuff but the price is a bit high. You can find some awesome original pieces from Indie designers for an awesome price. I found some great buys as low as $12! That is a great deal my budgetnistas. There are many glam indie designer marketplace sites. My personal fav sites are Etsy and Smashing Darling.

Trendy Tip#2 : Off Season is the Best Season

Shopping out of season is a huge way to save some serious dinero. Check out the sale section of your favorite store and make sure you pick classic piece like:

Jeans -A great pair of jeans can work with anything. Make sure it is a fit flatters your body. The best this about jeans is that you can dress them up or down! Best time to get jeans is during October, after the Back to school sale. Also look for Brick and Mortar stores going out of business sales. Trust me, you can get a load of jeans especially in this economy.
Sneakers – Sneakers get ubber cheap during the winter season. While everyone is buying boots do to the cold winter, you can rank up some fresh sneakers. Just in time for the fall.
Swimwear – The of August is best time to get a affordable swimsuit. Pick a classic swimsuit that looks great on you. Classic trends never goes out of style
Winter clothes – December is a great season for shopping especially for winter clothes. While retail stores are gearing for the spring season, they are trying to get rid of there winter wear asap! So why not use this opportunity to some fab fashions.

Trendy #3: Closet shopping

Many people do not realize that their closet full of Style. Try to Mix and match your present attire with new accessories. You can make find some great attire for free if you only look in your closet. You can also invest in some great accessories make a old outfit look brand new. A great statement necklace and a fab ring can turn heads. Great Clothes for Free!

So my fashionistas and fashion gurus, remember that being trendy does not mean going broke! Come back and check out the latest in the fashion world today on Designlookout.com

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Fashion Week News Now

Hello all my fashionistas and fashion gurus I have some great news straight from Paris Fashion Week. You know I had to shred some light on the hottest fashion trends on the runway! You know you love! Lets get started shall we…

Givenchy Meets Religion at Paris Fashion Week

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Givenchy is add a bit of religion to Paris Fashion week. I love the Jesus references and the simplistic color theory. Givenchy men’s line did not disappoint with great tailored pants and coats with be great addition to the any man’s closet. I do not like the black tight that was present in the collection but I guess that was for dramatic effect. I just can’t see men wear tights. So for all my fashion forward gents out there, the tailor look is in!Love that tee BTW!

Bride of Frankenstein Meets Classic Equestrian was a Hit for Dior Haute Couture

I am loving the Dior Haute collection by John Galliano. It is fresh with a touch of horror. I love the vest and the fabulous equestrian boots. I thought that the Victorian style can translate into some fab piece in your closet. I would look at the Dior equestrian boots, chunky amber necklaces, and red lipstick! Got to love Dior! I never saw such a wearable Couture collection as separates.

Jean Paul Gaultier has some Fight in Him

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Blood, gloves, and scars is not something you would typically describe a Gaultier collection but you will now. I love this collection. The leather jackets in this collection are boss! I have a feeling that hoodies will be integrated into the every man’s wardrobe from casual to the night life! I am also seeing that form fitted pants are in. Neutral colors are a big hit for men, no pastels in this collection. I also love the futuristic touches in the collection. This collection is totally wearable and chic. Motorcycle jackets are always a item to have. Side Note Check out Jean Paul’s leather carry on bag in this collection, very nice and functional!

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How Charitable is Your Fashion?

We all love Fashion! It make us look good, feel good, and look really good to others but How Charitable is your fashion? Many people do not know that there are many fashion lines that donate to great causes. Today all my fashionistas, I will give you a fab list of some fab fashion lines that help you look fab and help someone in need. Let’s get Charitable!

TOMS Shoes is a great company. For every pair of shoes purchased from TOMS Shoes, a pair of new shoes given to a child in need. TOMS Shoes are very casual chic and have some great apparel too. I love their hoodies especially the logo “Drop TOMS Not Bombs”! For all my vegans out there, TOMS Shoes also has vegan friendly line! I Love the Red Vegan Wrap Boots. So if you are looking for a casual look and want to help children around the world, than check out TOMS Shoes here!

Goods of Conscience is fab fashion that employs Mayan Indian weavers in Guatemala and underemployed sewers in the Bronx to produce some fab clothing. Goods of Conscience was created in 2005 by Fr. Andrew. Good of Conscience provides jobs and skills for many in Guatemala and New York City. Goods of Conscience also produces truly sustainable garments which is great for the environment. So check out Goods of Conscience here!

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OmniPeace is a humanitarian fashion brand that donates 25% of all profits to charities promoting peace, education, human rights and ending extreme poverty. The goal of OmniPeace is to promoting peace, education, human rights and ending extreme poverty by 2025! I loved that OmniPeace raised over half a million dollars for charities that support their mission and help other charities. Check out OmniPeace Purple Sequin Tote and the children’s line! So cute and Stylish! Check it out here!

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Trend Alert: Soft Hues

Because spring is coming, the light and pale colors that go well with the season are going to be what’s in the trends come March and as indicative of the collections seen at the runways for Spring 2010.

The dominating colors included a lot of light lavanders, pale pinks and soft blue colors as well as natural nudes. The collection come beaded, embellished, ruffled and feathered and this is complimented by the delicate look of light and sheer materials such as chiffons. The trend is indeed very lady-like.

Here are just some of the samples seen at the runway:

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Missoni’s knits in beige.
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Bruno Pieters’ minimalist sheer blouse and shorts.
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Andrew Gn’s nude tunic in draping silk.