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Name Is Cool Again

Thu, 11 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000

It started with the Resort 2017 collections with brands like Gucci, MSGM and Chanel making it clear that there’s nothing wrong with openly declaring just who you’re wearing. The theme continued with the Spring 2017 offerings as Christian Dior brazenly printed its name on exposed straps and exposed underwear (other fashion houses like Versace opted to confine self-promotion to less revealing items). Dior kept the logo train on track by plastering its recent Pre-Fall 2017 collection with tons of personal references, from punchy ponchos to bags boasting slide-through grips emblazoned with gold lettering. And we even saw logos popping up on both the runways of the Fall 2017 menswear shows and on attendees. As per usual, select street style stars seemed to be ahead of the trend as quite a few were captured going to and from the Spring 2017 shows decked out in name-brand insignias from Gucci, Balenciaga, Supreme, Moschino and more. Celebs have also been going loco for logos in recent months. Kendall Jenner turned heads at a recent Lakers game when she showed up courtside in a Dior Addict tee. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Jennifer Aniston and Dakota Johnson have all been spotted keeping their pants up with Gucci’s now infamous double G belt. And fashion insiders like Veronika Heilbrunner demonstrated how to score by transforming a classic logo-clad topper into the epitome of athleisure goals.

Fanny Packs

Thu, 11 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Fanny packs, belt bags, bum bags, hip bags — whatever name least offends, their time has come. We could say the trend dates back to Pre-Fall 2016 when Alexander Wang, fashion’s resident club kid, presented rave-ready, slouchy, at times pony hair-embellished fanny packs (worn as shoulder bags or carried across the chest, thus avoiding any dazed tourist comparisons). Belt bags also turned up at Spring 2016’s Chanel Haute Couture show, where thin, double-wrapped, metallic iterations hung from the waists of Gigi Hadid, Lindsey Wixson and more. But that’s not the first we’ve seen of the hands-free accessory. Goldie Hawn favored the style in the 80s. Nineties moms couldn’t resist the fanny pack’s allure of convenience. Then there was that time Carrie Bradshaw wore a Gucci belt bag as she called out then-boyfriend Aidan on his passive-aggressive BS. While Karl Lagerfeld, Wang and SJP definitely helped get the hip bag where it is today, the recent conflation of various movements — athleisure, tiny bags, utilitarianism, gender-neutral dressing, individualism by way of hard-to-find vintage pieces — has made the style an absolute must-have. This year’s hip huggers come embellished with fringe and outsize hardware. Rather than cheap (neon) polyester, designers craft satin, suede and leather versions. The silhouettes are sleek; the holders are compact. The idea is to KonMari our daily bag and give our tired limbs a break (or leave them free to hold picket signs) — not to bulk up our outfits.

This Winter Is Real

Thu, 11 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Whether you consider yourself an ingenue or a full-fledged savant when it comes to interior design, you’ve undoubtedly come across the word hygge. It basically means making everything as comfy as possible and we can thank the Danes for cornering the market on cozy with people from all over outfitting their cribs with plush accents. But hygge doesn’t have to be restrained to your home; it also seamlessly translates to your style. Think oversized sweaters (the key is to buy them a size up from your normal fit whenever possible), wool socks and scarves that envelop you, bordering on overwhelming. Black is also fundamental, so be on the lookout for ways to incorporate the dark hue into your repertoire, from puffer jackets to relaxed pants to funky footwear (paired with woolen socks, of course). UGGs, in this case, are completely acceptable. If you’re worried about coming across too somber and looking like you’ve been sucked into the winter doldrums, you can work in a Fair Isle-type pattern or a muted gray or brown or even a navy, but the idea is to use bright accents sparingly, if at all. You’ll also need to become a master at layering to really soak up all hygge fashion has to offer, so start practicing by piling on a double dose of sweaters by placing a cardigan over another knit over your cashmere long-sleeve tee.

The Cool-Girl Guide

Thu, 11 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Instead of massive necklaces and earrings, people are customizing their looks with smaller accessories, like appliqués and buttons. Pins, patches and stickers are fun ways to put your personal stamp on everything from cell phones and laptops to denim jackets and jeans without heading into major DIY territory. And it’s one of the reasons why no one (including us) can get enough of them. Whether you go for a couple of patches, one sticker or all of the decorative elements you can find, you can create your own one-of-a-kind piece without major sewing skills. What’s even better is that the personalizing can make an old piece feel like new again. So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to get customizing. Check out the pins, patches and stickers that will upgrade your look.

BEST OF: VMAS RED CARPET

Thu, 11 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Bustier tops and corsets have traditionally been kept hidden under clothes or reserved for the bedroom. But this season, corset tops and bustiers are coming out of the lingerie closet as the finishing touch to a chic outfit. You can credit the Prada Fall 2016 show for helping to popularize the trend by sending white corset belts down the runway, but we’ve also seen the look at Fenty x Puma by Rihanna and Balmain. Currently taking over street style, bustier tops of all shapes and sizes are being paired with everything from oversized white shirts to coordinating suit jackets. Surprisingly, it all works. If you want to try taking your corsets and bustier tops out of the bedroom and onto the streets, let these fashion girls show you how it’s done.

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