Hibernation

Excuse my brief absence. Back to blogging shortly.

Got my eye on you...

Let's keep a look out for NY's bright young things. Check out this link to see who's making waves on 2011's amateur scene. Feel free to comment. You'll notice most of them are Parson's grad's or former interns. We all gotta start somewhere.

http://sbeulah.onsugar.com/Up-Coming-Designers-2011-10879305

....But Why?

How dare these ladies blaspheme so? #traumatised

Moment of silence...

 

NEED I SAY MORE?

Christian Louboutin...doing us best.

Today's Style Icon - Nicole Richie

I know I'm gonna get a lot of flack for this one, but let's be honest, haters gon' hate. This girl for me is the epitomy of current, bang-on-trend, fluid style. Her boho chic look makes gypsy an acceptable look. Her frame (although impossible to attain) is perfect for carrying the fluid free flowing style that she is so well known for. Don't categorize her though, as we've see at events such as the Met Ball and Fashion Institute Annual Gala, the girl cleans up good. Three cheers for this hot baby mamma!

Brogues Continued

Patent Leather Brogue in neutral Blush tone

 

 

Classic tone tone

Collegiate Chic

Yellow Suede. Elvis is probably tossing in his grave. Let's push boundaries kids.

Style Word of the Day - Brogue

The Brogue is a style of low-heeled shoe or boot traditionally characterized by multiple-piece, sturdy leather uppers with decorative perforations (or "brogueing") and serration along the pieces' visible edges. Modern brogues trace their roots to a rudimentary shoe originating in Scotland and Ireland that was constructed using untanned leather with perforations that allowed water to drain from the shoes when the wearer crossed wet terrain such as a bog. Brogues were traditionally considered to be outdoor or country footwear not otherwise appropriate for casual or business occasions, but brogues are now considered appropriate in most contexts. Brogues are most commonly found in one of four toe cap styles (full or "wingtip", semi-, quarter and longwing) and four closure styles (oxford, derby, ghillie and monk). Today, in addition to their typical form of sturdy leather shoes or boots, brogues may also take the form of business dress shoes, sneakers, high heeled or flat women's shoes or any other shoe form that utilizes or evokes the multi-piece construction and perforated, serrated piece edges characteristic of brogues.

This Week's Featured Designer

BCBGMAXAZRIA

Tribal prints are huge on the other side of the equator. here we see BCBGMAXAZRIA ding great things with our heritage. Check out this link to see some of their beautiful things, and stay tuned for more pics of this week's featured designer.

http://www.bcbg.com/family/index.jsp?cp=4213674&categoryId=11032616&clickid=cat_leftnav_txt&view=all

Blazer Baby

I wanna talk about the blazer. It's Autumn now in Cape Town and it's not quite coat weather, but a cardigan simply won't do, so let's look at what the blazer can do for you. For you girl girls, play with colour but be careful with print. Keep fabrics basic, dont mess with things like Tweed, it's not that cold yet ladies.

This one's a little more classic. A modern take on the tuxedo jacket, we see the fabric a little sheer, giving off quite an edgy look. One button keeps it smart, while the length and shoulders are the feminist ode to the classic Men's suit jacket.

This blazer here is a casual nod to the double breasted male blazer of the 1920's. Play with colour to keep it fresh and youthful.

 

Here we have the tailored blazer. With it's sharp edges and neutral earth tones, this piece is a must have for the androgenously adventurous woman doing her thing on campus. It's lightweight and minimal detail allow for layering and multi use. Your wardrobe will thank you for this one.      

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

              

 

HONEY, I'M HOOOOME!

So i'm back friends. I know it's been a while. I recently moved cities and am happy to say I am now blogging from sea-side Cape Town.
It's autumn here and the leaves are falling. The colours are deep and the wind is crisp and all you fashionistas know that means only one thing...boots. Keep you posted on UCT campus fashions in the forthcoming autumn and winters weeks; this was just say a young HONEY, I'M HOOOOME!