So sorry that I've been MIA especially since there was so to talk about when New York Fashion Week was in town. I don't know if I've already missed the boat to talk about that but I do have some things that I'll probably have to post about even if NYFW has already had its moment. Anyway, thanks for being patient with me and stay tuned! :)
Happy Friday!
Friday, September 21, 2012
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Ogle: What I Want to Wear to FNO!
Now for the SHOW. If I had the bucks to comb through the upper echelon of shopping for FNO, man, would I be a dazzling, patterned gem amongst a sea of black and grey in NYC!
Sorry to get so poetic about it, but sometimes fashion really does amaze me. Instead of shoes, let's start with bags this time. Get ready..
This is a lovely, gorgeous, delicious bag by Maiyet. It has "FALL" written all over it. Pair it with a berry colored dress like this one by Cédric Charlier which shows just the right amount of leg. Want some glitz? These simple cube earrings from Tom Binns for a flash of gold are perfect with the lovely burgundy of the bag. Strappies are lovely when showing off some leg. I think these from Alexander Wang are perfect- they aren't sky high so you should be able to walk around looking like a human being (or not).
The simpler, yet still gorgeous Maison Martin Margiela Saddle Bag. I love grey with dark blue and this top by Tess Giberson total does it for me paired with some funky pants by Kelly Wearstler. I'm still sticking to my rule of comfort which is why I recommend a tasty pair of Pierre Hardy heels. These strappy ones to be specific. Pierre Hardy shoes are the most amazingly comfortable heels I have ever worn. Finish it with your hair down and a nude lip like Fairest Nude by L'Oréal!
Let's go a little more casual with Marni. I love this bag. I've still been on the search for a new tote and I think the geometry and color of this bag are just so cool. I love to rock this with a single patterned outfit like this one from A.L.C. (top and bottom!). For shoes, I'd take odd route- loafers. Not just any loafers. These adorable ones from Nicholas Kirkwood. A tough cuff by Pierre Hardy to complete the look!
I hope these last two posts inspired you about Fall fashions! I'm personally in a slump about the summer coming to an end. A depression, really. I don't want to let it go, but with all these cool items popping up in stores, each day that I get closer to fall, the more excited I am about digging out my fall clothes. I can taste the pumpkin ale now...
Sorry to get so poetic about it, but sometimes fashion really does amaze me. Instead of shoes, let's start with bags this time. Get ready..
I hope these last two posts inspired you about Fall fashions! I'm personally in a slump about the summer coming to an end. A depression, really. I don't want to let it go, but with all these cool items popping up in stores, each day that I get closer to fall, the more excited I am about digging out my fall clothes. I can taste the pumpkin ale now...
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Own! What to Wear at FNO
What is FNO?
It's Fashion's Night Out (Thursday, 9/6)! As much as I want to be enthusiastic about this event, I have to say that, because it's so contrived*, I find it hard to really get into it.
Ok, so if you don't know what I'm talking, let me give you the DL. The event was created a few years ago by none other than the Fashion World Giant Anna Wintour. She came up with this idea when the economy was really tanking and retail needed a pick-me-up. It's a night when stores stay open late and have "specials" or sneak previews of what is in store for fall. In the city, a lot of stores have special guests including live entertainment and many of them also have designers themselves there to meet and greet.
So what does one wear to FNO? It's hard to say. Fashion's Night Out is really Fashion's Halloween Night out for girls. You'll see all kinds of outfits being paraded around and the crazier, the better. But I've done that before and I can tell you I ended up at home with my feet in shambles, looking like a total sweaty mess. It's from experience that I say to you, COMFORT is KEY. With all the girls that will be traipsing around the city, though, you don't want to get shown up. You want to look like you know what you're doing. Here are a few suggestions. All within price range and all fashion-y, like we girls like it.
I love to fashion looks around shoes. SO! Let's see what we have here from Zara. They always have a great shoe selection and their first delivery of fall is already in stores.
lovely red heeled flat! How about pairing this with a pair of high waisted skinny jeans and prim and proper top. Top your look off with a clean coif like a high bun and dangle some lovely baubles from your lobes.
Anyway, there you go. Three comfortable and trendy outfits for your FNO adventures! Stay tuned tomorrow for the Ogle version of this post!
*I'm not hating on what actually happens on the night of Fashion's Night Out, but I just hate that it was created to boost sales. People love fashion. It should have been sold as a chance to get the inside scoop on the designs that you've admired for the last 6 months (Spring Fashion Week). All in all, that's just a technicality.
It's Fashion's Night Out (Thursday, 9/6)! As much as I want to be enthusiastic about this event, I have to say that, because it's so contrived*, I find it hard to really get into it.
Ok, so if you don't know what I'm talking, let me give you the DL. The event was created a few years ago by none other than the Fashion World Giant Anna Wintour. She came up with this idea when the economy was really tanking and retail needed a pick-me-up. It's a night when stores stay open late and have "specials" or sneak previews of what is in store for fall. In the city, a lot of stores have special guests including live entertainment and many of them also have designers themselves there to meet and greet.
So what does one wear to FNO? It's hard to say. Fashion's Night Out is really Fashion's Halloween Night out for girls. You'll see all kinds of outfits being paraded around and the crazier, the better. But I've done that before and I can tell you I ended up at home with my feet in shambles, looking like a total sweaty mess. It's from experience that I say to you, COMFORT is KEY. With all the girls that will be traipsing around the city, though, you don't want to get shown up. You want to look like you know what you're doing. Here are a few suggestions. All within price range and all fashion-y, like we girls like it.
I love to fashion looks around shoes. SO! Let's see what we have here from Zara. They always have a great shoe selection and their first delivery of fall is already in stores.
These are great transitional shoes. They'd be great with a casual t-shirt dress and some unique jewelry. You could probably rock a nice wine lip (like Dior in Fantastic Plum), too.
I know, I know. At New Year's, I said I was over the spike, but look how adorable this shoe is! I think the smaller heel makes it so much less severe. To toughen up the look a little, I'd rock some awesome leather leggings (a little outside the Ownable price range, but whatever), a sheer top (bra optional!) and a clean navy blue, long blazer. But that's just me.
Anyway, there you go. Three comfortable and trendy outfits for your FNO adventures! Stay tuned tomorrow for the Ogle version of this post!
*I'm not hating on what actually happens on the night of Fashion's Night Out, but I just hate that it was created to boost sales. People love fashion. It should have been sold as a chance to get the inside scoop on the designs that you've admired for the last 6 months (Spring Fashion Week). All in all, that's just a technicality.
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