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SSS: Sweater as Scarf Styling

28 Tuesday Feb 2017

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, Accessorise Me!, age neutral, agender fashion, andro-chic style, casual wear, dress = ensemble, fashion = clothes, gender fluid fashion, gender non-specific fashion, gender-less fashon, personal style, preppy fashion, signature look, signature piece, style = innovation, style cue, style ideas?, style inspiration, Uncategorized

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Sweaters draped over the shoulders and

tied around the neck with a single knot or sleeve loop-

has long been a statement styling feature,

particularly signature of preppy/collegiate fashion.

 

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(images images from Gentlemen’s  Gazette and IRSC Culinary Institute)

 

 

This look of  sweater as scarf has evolved,

with styling options of varying twits and turns.

 

 

It is an all encompassing fashion feature

for all seasons

for all genders

for all ages.

 

 

Incorporate SSS (sweater as scarf styling)

as a staple accessory item and fashion nod:

sleeves wrapped in multiple layers around the neck; tied diagonally crossbody

or attempt to channel something unique to a personal style.

 

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(Images from before sunrise, whowhatwear, runway looks from vogue)

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Go for the Gold: Layering with athleisure wear for Fall/Winter 2016

04 Sunday Dec 2016

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, age neutral, agender fashion, AiW (all in white), andro-chic style, androgynous dress, athleisure, casual wear, coats, dress = ensemble, express yourself, fabric blends, fabrication, fashion = clothes, free to be me, fuzzy wuzzy fashion, gender fluid fashion, gender neutrality, gender non-specific fashion, gender-less fashon, masculine/feminine aesthetic, men's fashion, off - runway, outerwear, personal style, ready to wear, runway favourites, runway presentation, signature look, skirt fashion, sneaker footwear fashion, street style sass, style = innovation, style cue, The Look, trouser fashion, urban wear, womenswear

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Athleisure wear has evolved from a fashion trend to a fashion staple;

influencing dress options for work, fun and smart casual.

Gender neutural, age neutral-

athleisure wear continues to dominate runway presentation and street style.

Create a signature, on-point look for autumn / winter fashion 2016;

incorporate key elements of athleisure attire:

track suit tops/bottoms, hoodies, sweatshirts, leggings,

trousers with contrast colour side stripes,

jersey sports top, immaculate white trainers,

pieces from sportswear  labels (Adidas, Puma, etc.).

Gentle layering forms a sleek silhouette while keeping the chill at bay-

keeping warm and looking good!

Be sublte with athleisure pieces or go bold for gold

for a winning style statement.

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Ladies Lookbook

Trousers/ Joggers

with contrast colour side striping

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(image from Cassie Daves)

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With it in faux fur gilet

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(image from vogue.com)

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from A.W.A.K.E , a/w ’16

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Labour and Leisure (work and play)

 from Balenciaga, a/w ’16

front zip hoodies

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(images from vogue.com)

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Skirt scene

pencil skirt with contrast colour side striping

athleisure-skirt-side-stripes-cassie-daves-sports-luxe-fashion-athleisure-active-wear

(image from Cassie Daves)

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Sweat shirt suiting

in matching grey top / trousers with red trim

Evelate the look with pointed stiletto silver pumps!

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(image from the fashion spot)

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A little bit of everything

in a red/white colour story

zip front Adidas jacket and spotless white trainers

worn with a sheer top detail maxi dress / asymmetric hem

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     (image from whowhatwear)

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AiW (all in white)

layering

from Y-3 by Yohji Yamamoto

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Sweat-shirt dress

design details:  roll neck collar, “jumper tied at waist/hip” features

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(runway images from vogue.com)

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Casual Cool

outfit:  grey hoodie, oversized sweat trousers with rolled hem

black mules / black crossbody bag

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(photo from nss magazine)

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Ornate long-length overcoat

accessorised with Adidas trainers

athleisure-trainers-addidas-embroidered-coat-fluffy-trim-to-coat-hem-and-sleeve-cuffs-urbnaspotterparisfw16day7-3007

(photo from the urbanspotter)

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Colour bright

white joggers

layered with white roll neck and yoke-yellow jumpers

topped off with burgundy velour long-length coat

(worn shoulder-perched!)

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(image from whowhatwear)

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Gents Style Guide

A tiered ensemble

by Gypsy Sport,  a/w ’16

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Athleisure /  Military  Fashion Fusion

from Casely Hayford, a/w ’16

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Metallic Fantastic details

from Pyer Moss,  a/w  ’16

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“Rocky Balboa” effect

with full length Yeti-esque coat

from Pyer Moss,  a/w  ’16

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Boardroom agenda

pinstripe oversized short trousers with leggings

from Dries Van Noten,  a/w  ’16

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Grey suiting

Christopher Raeburn,  a/w   ’16

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(runway images from vogue.com)

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Hoodie style Habit

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(photo from Adam Katz Sinding)

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I spy with a fashion eye: Fall trends 2016

20 Tuesday Sep 2016

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, casual wear, denim, design detail, design inventive, fashion fun, jacket, off - runway, personal style, ready to wear, runway favourites, street style sass, style ideas?, style inspiration, trouser suit, women's fashion, womenswear, womenswear designers

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As the rhythm of summer time ebbs

and the tempo of the autumn season increases

it’s time to assess runway and streetstyle looks for

Fall wear inspiration.

 

…

Chillier Clime Cometh

 

a few fashion fun Fall looks

A/W ’16

Consider:

Suiting options:

velvet fabrication in jewel tones

from Costume National

garnet red, slouch fit

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(image from vogue.com)

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emerald green, cinched at waist

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(image from whowhatwear)

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“Power Puff Girl”

puffer outwear and quilted pieces

from Balenciaga

crayola red puffer jacket worn off-shoulder

all-a16-quilted-jacket-balenciaga-voguecom

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from Stela McCartney

quilted short trousers

puffer coat

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from Balenciaga

oversized, quilted scarf

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(images from vogue.com)

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from Asos

teal-blue, long-length bomber

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(image from asos.com)

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quilted cape-collar with zipper detail

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(image from vogue uk)

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On your toes

ballet-wear inspired

from Zara

cropped, cross band jumper

tulle skirt

ballet shoes

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(image from Zara)

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from Valentino

ballet slipper shoes:  nude, leather

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(image from brownsfashion.com)

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sheer dress with delicate layering

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(photo by Phil Oh)

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from Miu Miu

On the move:  ballet flats with double buckles and constrasting straps

miu miu ballet flats a16

(image from popsugar.com)

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Embroidered jeans

colourful patches

from Zara

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(image from Zara)

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wide leg, ’60s vibe

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(photo by Phil Oh)

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Athleisure wear

colour block athletics zip front top

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(photo by Phil Oh)

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from Cedric Charlier

track trousers inspired with inner seam striping

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(image from vogue.com)

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It’s a cinch!

waist defining corset pieces

from A Détacher

belt buckled

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from Prada

embellished with silver roses / spikes and small purse

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(images from vogue.com)

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jacket with corset design detail

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(image from whowhatwear)

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Slip dress layering

transition wear from summer to fall

from Valentino

layered with roll neck top

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teamed with t-shirt and jeans

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under an overcoat

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(images from whowhatwear)

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At attention

softer stance on military vibe

from Sacai

jacket:  sheer fabrication, epauletts, straps

fall-a16-sacai-military-elements-jacket kt-detail-from-brading-vogue-

(image from vogue.com)

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Eye-catching legwear

fish net tights / ankle socks

from Max Mara

under knitted shorts

fall-a16-fishnet-tights-max-mara-voguecom

(from vogue.com)

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from Magda Butrym

under a patterned skirt

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(image from magdabutrym.com)

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as sock fashion

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(image from whowhatwear)

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Attached at the waist

hands-free carrier accessories

from Off White

metallic gold belt bag

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…

from Vetements

a ring thing

coat carrier attached to belt

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Accessorise me for 2016! the impact of finishing touches, Part 2

16 Wednesday Mar 2016

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, Accessorise Me!, bags, express yourself, fashion = clothes, fashion fun, free to be me, inspiration, personal style, signature piece, sock fashion, style cue, style ideas?, style inspiration

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accessories, fashion forward- 2016, free to be me, off - runway fashion, on the runway, signature piece, singular look, statement accessories

 

 

Accessories are often the minor,

yet well-curated details

which can add major impact in creating the

unique look of an “higher-concept outfit”.

 

…

Incorporate signature accessory-wear and accessory-style

into your 2016  dress directive.

Be inventive

Be original

 

Have fashion fun with it:  accessorise to-

express yourself and whatever you do

do it good!

 

 

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Accessory to-do’s / how-to’s

from on runway and off runway fashion

part 2

‘Watch it!

chunky, silver links

accessories, how to, chunky male watch, www

(image from whowhatwear.com)

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wrist-watch worn over-sleeve at-wrist

from Ralph Lauren,  a ’16

accessories, how to, wrist watch over wrist sleeve,

(image from vogue uk)

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Pin-interest

quirky, bright red, hand/finger design brooch

accessories, how to, pin, bright colour hand_fingers, yu yang,

(photo by before sunrise)

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From finger tips to armpit

elongated gloves

from Hermes,  a ’16

accessories, how to gloves to armpit, hermes a16, vogue uk

(image from vogue uk)

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Text flex

texting gloves with touchscreen sensitive fingers

from Urban outfitters

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(from urbanoutfitters.com)

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In the bag!

belt bag

from Celine,  a  ’16

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(image from vogue uk)

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rainbow tassel bag

from Chloe

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(image from elle uk)

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big colour,  big fringe detail

accessories, how to, bag, fringe green, www

(image from whowhatwear)

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large faux fur clutch

from Christian Wijnants

accessories, how to, gloves, fur clutch, christian wijnants, vogue

(image from vogue uk)

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gold medallion hand-held

dimensional, facial details

accessories, how to gold medallion purse, sun dial, vogue uk

(photo by Soren Jepsen)

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Brolly hut

room for two

clear, bubble umbrella

accessories, how to, brolly, clear, bubble, photo by imaxtree

(photo from imaxtree)

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Rings

when more is more and less is less

one on every finger

accessories, how to, rings, urbanspot

(photo by the urbanspotter)

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one large statement-maker

accessories, how to, big statement ring, elle uk

(image from elle uk)

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Fancy footwear

sparkly silver ankle boots with lemon yellow heels

(the flora / fauna applique, chain strap bag is definitley worth a mention!)

accessories, how to, sparkly silver boots, ornate bag, elle uk street-style-milan-fashion-week-day-6-imaxtree_0667__large

(photo from imaxtree)

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Sunny delight

OTT, baroque-inspired, ornate gold sunnies

from Dolce & Gabbana,  s/s  ’16

accessories, how to, large ornate sunnies, dolce and gabbana

(image from vogue uk)

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Sock fashion

large hole pattern fishnet socks

accessories, how to, holey socks, vogue

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delicate, top turn-over anklets with lace trim

paired with utility-styled lace up ankle boots

accessories, how to, anklets, vogue

(photos by Soren Jepsen)

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Accessorise me for 2016! the impact of finishing touches, Part 1

11 Friday Mar 2016

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, Accessorise Me!, avant garde, express yourself, fashion = clothes, fashion fun, free to be me, inspiration, personal style, runway presentation, signature look, signature piece, style = innovation, style cue, style ideas?, style inspiration

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Accessories are often the minor,

yet well-curated details

which can add major impact in creating the

unique look of an “higher-concept outfit”.

 

 

 

…

Incorporate signature accessory-wear and accessory-style

into your 2016  dress directive.

Be inventive

Be original

 

Have fashion fun with it:  accessorise to-

express yourself and whatever you do

do it good!

…

Accessory to-do’s / how-to’s

from on runway and off runway fashion

 

Neck adornments re-defined

from Alexander Wang, a ’16

belt it

accessories, how to wear it, belt necklace, alexander wang 16

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Neckwear novelty

cinched in waist with corset belting

from Prada, a ’16

(a)  metal made:  neck piece of vintage keys and focal point rose

at waist:  corsetted in fabric and leather

accessories, how to, sailor cap, necklace with skull keys, garter, denim garter belt, Prada, vogue

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(b)  metal made:  clasped book neck piece adorned with celestial pieces

at waist:  loose corsetting

accessories, how to, purse worn around neck, 'garter belt, parda f16, _ARC0012_426x639

(images from vogue uk)

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leather choker with rings and things

a bit of an S & M attitude

accessories, how to, S_M leather choker, urbanspo

(photo by the urbanspotter)

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scarf of colourful prints

simply tied / knotted

accessories, how to, scarf tied at neck, ladies, before sunrisetumbl

(photo from before sunrise)

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Eyewear straps

from Balenciaga,  a ’16

chunky chain in primary colour green

ccessories, how to, eyewear chain, green, large link, balenciaga, vogue

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Worn on top

Head gear

from Moschino,  a ’16

ogle the goggles

accessories, mfw f16, goggles on top, Moschino,

(images from vogue uk)

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head band

and a lot more going on

large faux fur stole / fringe detail bag

accessories, how to, headbands, vogue 07-street-chic-soren-jepsen

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a princess:  every-wear / every-day

crowned with a tiara

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(photos by Soren Jepsen)

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knit top / high top

accessory, how to, high top knit hat, www the-latest-street-style-photos-from-milan-fashion-week

(image from whowhatwear)

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Bandana – a –  rama

bandana scarfs

the long and short  of it

(under coat and tied to handbag)

accessories, bandana a rama, long length, vogue

accessories, how to, black long bandana, vogue

accessories, bandana scarf tied to bag, vogue uk

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Anklets angles

the sock reign continues

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(photos by Soren Jepson)

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Faux fur perspectives

one-shoulder stoles

(a)  from MSGM, a ’16

accessories, how to, blue faux fur shoulder throw, MSGM, vogue

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(b)  from Gabriele Colangelo, a ’16

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oversized, faux fur clutch

from Christian Wijnants, a ’16

accessories, how to, gloves, fur clutch, christian wijnants, vogue 27-christian-wijnants-fall-2016

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long length fuzzy wuzzy belt

from Michael Kors

accessories, how to, faux fur long belt, michale kors collection a16, vogue uk

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‘Hand it over’

(a)  gloves to under arm

from Hermes,  a ’16

accessories, how to gloves to armpit, hermes a16, vogue uk

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(b)  one arm gauntlet

from Jacquemus,  a ’16

  pfw, a16, jacquemus, asymmetric elements, vogue

(images from vogue uk)

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Favlook-Lookfav Focus: Gents attired on-point

28 Thursday Jan 2016

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, express yourself, Favlook - Lookfav Focus, free to be me, men's suiting, men's suits, menswear, personal style, street style sass

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Whether in casual wear:

hoodies, leather jackets, bombers, tees, shirts untucked,

jeans, knit caps, berets, wide rim feathered hats

 

 

or sharp suited in:

elegant three pieces, traditionally knotted ties,

pocket kerchiefs, wide band fedoras-

 

 

some gents make the point of being ‘on-point’

fashion fabulous, style statement makers

and seeming effortlessly so!

 

Favlook – Lookfav Focus

 

Gents, on- point

The Cool Casuals

asual wear, men, before sunrise

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The Smart Suits

men in suits, beforesunrise,

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(photos from before sunrise)

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Sock-it-to-me fashion: a sartorial swan song? No way!

19 Saturday Dec 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, Accessorise Me!, express yourself, fashion = clothes, fashion fun, for all seasons, personal style, shoes... glorious shoes, signature look, style = innovation, style cue, style ideas?, style inspiration

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Ankle socks of varying textures

worn with heeled shoes of varying details-

solidly remain a wow-factor,  fashion fabulous feature

which will continue to reign supreme well into 2016.

 

Yes!

 

I am totally an enthusiast of this footwear pairing:

flirty,  playful,  whimsical

of a visual interest

of added dress dimension

of styling versatility

of the mode

the sock / heeled shoe combination is of this season

and the next, and the next.

 

 

 

Consider a few style sass options as staple wardrobe wearables-

incorporate as a signature look.

 

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Socks and Heels

all grown up

…

A close up …

dark grey socks worn just past ankle

burgundy-red pointed toe, ankle strap stilettos

sock fashion, use, greys, red stap heel shoes, vogue.com holding-socks-for-different-occasions

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… and in full view

the total ensemble

black/white speckled knit top with wide side split

accordion pleat mid length skirt

burgundy-red faux fur muff

vintage bag with rose design / tassels

sock fashion, greys, red shoes, full image photo by ShotByGiocom

(images from vogue.com and shotbygio.com)

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Elevated heights

dark brown tube socks with toffee brown hue stripes at top

tri-colour, exposed toe platform shoes

sock fashion, www the-right-way-to-wear-socks-with-open-toe-shoes-

(image from whowhatwear)

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Heel clicking

ruby-red stiletto pumps and white anklets

sock fashion, socks and heels, glamour.com

(image from glamour.com)

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Sock and Trouser Fashion

“reunited and it feels (looks) so good!”

sheer strawberry-red anklets / black pumps ; rolled hem trousers

sock fashion, burgundy sheer socks, black stiletto pumps, socks-and-shoes-pumps-baggy-pants-via-whowhatwear

(image from whowhatwear)

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Sock and shoe colour coordination

sock fashion, orange_turquoise blue socks and shoes, closetfulofshoes.com

(image from closetfullofshoes)

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A Jungle Fever

cream chroma

tan/black animal print shoes and black socks

sock fashion, creme outfit, lookbook,nu

(image from lookbook.nu)

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Plaid perfection pairing

with chunky socks and heels

sock fashion, www, the-right-way-to-wear-socks-with-open-toe-shoes-

(image from whowhatwear)

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Stripey and Shiny

moss-green and sandstone-brown twirl socks

chunky wood heeled sandals with wide patent straps

compliment a casual look:

long length mid-wash denim skirt with contrast hem

boxy fit, dark brown cropped leather jacket

sock fashion, www, the-right-way-to-wear-socks-with-open-toe-shoes-

(image from whowhatwear)

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Boardroom appropriate

mustard, grey, black colour story

sock fashion, grey sock, mustard shoes, closetfulofclothes, socks-and-shoes-f

(image from closetfullofclothes)

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Heels and Jeans

bunched grey socks paired with metallic blue/silver T-strappy heeled sandals

sock fashion, jeans, grey sock, metallic blue_silver strapped heels, gettyimages.com

(image from gettyimages.com)

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Fun fashion

sock fashion, red socks_black stilettos, trendycrew.com

(image from trendyimage.com)

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Sports Luxe

the Nike check in black and white

and wow-statement shoes

sock fashion, nike sports sock, on point outfit, glamradar.com

sock fashion, white nike socks, red statement shoes, closetfulofclothes, socks-and-shoes-nymag

(images from glamradar.com, closetfullofclothes)

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Off runway- LC: M, s/s 16

14 Sunday Jun 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in fashion fun, menswear, personal style, signature look, street style sass, style cue, style ideas?, style inspiration, urban-chic

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LC: M - s/s '16, menswear, menswear style options, personal style, signature look, street fashion

 

 

While the latest designs are being presented on-runway

for London Collections: Men, s/s 2016–

it is the off-runway street fashion

which showcases the eclectic, signature, urban style

unique to London Town:

weird, whacky, wonderful!

 

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London calling …

 

 

The boys are back in town!

Street Style Sass

LC:  M ,  s/s ’16

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(photos from pause.mag):

LCM, ss 16, street style, side eye, pause mag MG_00571

‘Side eye’ glance

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LCM, street style, ss16, graffit script shirt, pausemag MG_02201

Lots to say

graffiti script shirt

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(photos from gq.uk):

 

LCM, ss16, street style, funny trousers, gq DAY1-9965_426x639

Many faces

cartoon trousers

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LCM, ss16, street style, hair, long.short of it, gq DAY1-9826_1083x658

Men’s hairstyling

the long and short of it

 

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LCM, street style, ss16, pizza clutch MG_00011

Pizza delivery box clutch

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LCM, ss16, street style, jacket, images, gq DAY1-9846_1083x658

The essentials

ruler, pencil, safety pin

motif blazaer

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LCM, street style, s16

Horizontal stripes

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LCM, street style, ss16, khaki, gq DAY1-0170_426x639

A khaki spectrum

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(photo by Kuba Dabrowski):

LCM, street style, s16, straps, kuba dabrowski, taw_lcm_day_one_38

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(photos from pause.mag):

LCM, straps, ss16, pausemag MG_01211

Strap attack

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LCM, street style, ss16

Super heroes

puffer jacket team

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(photos by Kuba Dabrowski):

London Men's Fashion Week street style

Old school

newsboy caps and neckerchiefs

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LCM, street style, s16, choo choo clutch, kuba dabrawski, taw_lcm_day_one_06

Accessorise me!

choo-choo clutch

 

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(photos from gq.uk):

LCM, street style, ss16, three piece, gq mag DAY1-9412_1083x658 LCM, street style, ss16, three piece, gq-mag, DAY1-9496_1083x658

LCM, ss16, three piece gq DAY1-9016_GQ_13jun15_RobertSpangle_b_452x610

Three piece suiting

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(photos from buro247.sg):

LCM, street style, ss16

Patchwork

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LCM, street style, ss16

Undercover

camo-fashion

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Renaissance man, Matthäus Schwarz: the first fashion blogger

19 Thursday Mar 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in fashion and history, fashion historic reference, history notes, hosiery, menswear, personal style, style = innovation

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'Dressing Up: Cultural Identity in Renaissance Europe', fashion and history, Klaidungsbüchlein (Book of Clothes), Matthäus Schwarz, Renaissance book of fashion, Renaissance fashion, Renaissance menswear

Roughly chronicled on the historical timeline

as a period marked from the 14th to the 17th centuries,

the Renaissance amounted to a high point of European civilization.

Translated to mean  a “rebirth”,  it is considered a cultural movement

which commenced in Italy, eventually spread throughout Europe

and bridged the divide between the medieval period

and that of the early modern era.

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The Renaissance seemed a time of energised activity and new perspectives:

of intense study of the past and innovation for the future.

It was characterised by keen enthusiasm for

knowledge of classical history of the ancient world

exploration of the New World

urbanisation and the growth of cities

manufacturing and invention.

It was a time of the established great and grand

as well as the rise of the social climber.

It was a time of magnficientia .

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As commerce in cities steadily soared,

there were many opportunities for money-making ventures.

Prince, courtier, merchant- all had the means for displays of wealth

and went to some lengths to ensure that all knew.

Magnificentia was key to this Renaissance attitude-

that of conspicuous expenditure.

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Some financed the construction of public buildings.

Others bought works of art for private collection and

 there were those who spent their acquired wealth on looking fabulous.

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Matthäus Schwarz (1497 – 1574)

was a German accountant who worked for the Fugger family,

a prominent German mercantile and banking house.

From an early age Schwarz was captivated by fashion.

He spent most of his income on clothes

and on chronicling himself attired in his garments.

It would seem that Herr Schwarz was the first recorded “fashion blogger”–

an accountant by trade and a serious sartorial stylisto by vocation.

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matthaus schwarz, portrait, by hans maler

Matthäus Schwarz

by German portraitist,  Hans Maler

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For forty years, 1520 – 1560, he commissioned watercolour paintings

of himself in various fashionable outfits.

His first watercolour “fashion sitting” was at the age of 23.

Sumptuary laws,

(which dictated what a person could and could not wear

given their social rank)

put some restrictions on the range of Herr Schwarz’s ensembles.

Yet, he did manage to acquire an enviable wardrobe,

which reflected his sense of fashion innovation.

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(image from tumblr.com):

matthaus schwarz, 29 1/2 yrs old, tumblr.com

Matthäus Schwarz

At 29 1/2 years old

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Herr. Schwarz had his his forty years of  “selfie” watercoulour fashion images

bound into a book, titled Klaidungsbüchlein (Book of Clothes).

It is probably the first book on personal style and fashion-

of an evolution of self expression and identity through clothing worn.

The book is of interest to scholars as source material to

images of Renaissance dress.

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Matthäus Schwarz

An outfit for every occasion

(image from ttolk.ru):

matthaus, schwarz, in fur and red tights

From the back

wearing fur and red tights

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(image from medievalists.net):

matthaus schwarz, archer

As archer in a suit of yellow/grey ruffles

with colour alternating hosiery

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(image from bbc.co.uk):

matthaus schwarz, lute

With lute in an embroidered lilac tunic with gold details

cinched at waist with matching hose

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matthaus schwarz

In wide brimmed hat, embellished top, tiered breeches and solid tights

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matthaeus schwarz, nude, bbc,_68040084_newnude464

In the nude

back and full frontal

(Body appreciation without the trappings of clothing.)

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Matthaeus Schwarz
Red as go to colour statement

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(image from notevenpast.org):

matthaus schwarz

Black/white coulour story:  a young Schwarz with falcon (l)

Black ensemble with a peek of red:  an older Schwarz (r)

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(image from univ-paris1.fr):

matthaus schwarz on horseback

On horseback in an outfit of puff sleeves and full pleated skirt

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(images from bbc.co.uk):

mathhaus schwarz, with sword

With sword

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matthaus schwarz

At work and play

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Matthaus Schwarz

At the ready

in armor attire

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Only two books of Klaidungsbüchlein (Book of Clothes) were made-

the original and a copy.

The readership was limited to a select few of the author’s choosing.

Through the generations, the books had remained in the possession of

Herr. Schwarz’s descendants.

The original is now in the Herzog Anton Ulrich-Museum

in Braunschweig, Germany

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For further reading on Matthäus Schwarz and Renaissance dress, have a look at:

Dressing Up: Cultural identity in Renaissance Europe

by Professor Ulinka Rublack, Cambridge University

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