I know, I know, it’s been a while. And even now I’m just dropping in say hey and spread the word about a few things. I’ll do better, I swear! But for now
So far, Autumn/Winter 2012 fashion is shaping up to include the usual leather, dark colors, and beautiful coats that seem to appear every Fall. Color blocking is still a thing, though it's been one-upped by pattern blocking--combining multiple prints and patterns--and it looks like pops of bright color (including Spring's tangerine shades) and quirky ironic sweaters will be around for another season or two. Some of my faves from the NYC runways: Definitely enjoyed the Narciso-meets-Balenciaga
I just realized how weird it is that I never pay attention to the menswear collections, when it's well documented just how much I love menswear. That's gotta change, no? The tailoring makes for an easy crossover, and most of the styling can be applied to women's RTW--blazers, vests, trousers, and sweaters are all things most women wear anyway. Trade flat shoes for a platform heel or high-heeled brogue, add a sparkly piece of jewelry and
On Saturday evening, Ashlee, Marsha and I hit the road and headed to Indianapolis for the Midwest Fashion Week finale. Outfit pics! I have no idea why I look so surprised. I took a picture of Ashlee taking pictures of Marsha. How meta is that?Photographers in the pitDesigns by Marlene Thomas, Melissa Tabor, and Cincinnati's own Amy KirchenOf course, being fashion bloggers, we took outfit pictures, enjoyed cocktails and wine, and stuffed ourselves with Mickey
Since Madre Naturaleza decided a little Summer-in-the-Fall weather was in order (not complaining!), I figured it was a good time to test drive another look from Spring 2012.Thrifted shirt and pants; Moda Int'l top; vintage heelsA simple cropped sweater, men's military shirt, and striped rayon pants I "altered" made it simple to replicate-- I just added a stack of bangle bracelets and switched the strappy sandals (it is Fall, after all) for a slightly