I spy with a fashion eye: Fall trends 2016

20 Tuesday Sep 2016

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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.

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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

(image from vogue.com)

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emerald green, cinched at waist

(image from whowhatwear)

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“Power Puff Girl”

puffer outwear and quilted pieces

from Balenciaga

crayola red puffer jacket worn off-shoulder

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from Stela McCartney

quilted short trousers

puffer coat

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from Balenciaga

oversized, quilted scarf

(images from vogue.com)

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from Asos

teal-blue, long-length bomber

(image from asos.com)

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quilted cape-collar with zipper detail

(image from vogue uk)

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On your toes

ballet-wear inspired

from Zara

cropped, cross band jumper

tulle skirt

ballet shoes

(image from Zara)

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from Valentino

ballet slipper shoes: nude, leather

(image from brownsfashion.com)

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sheer dress with delicate layering

(photo by Phil Oh)

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from Miu Miu

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

(image from popsugar.com)

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Embroidered jeans

colourful patches

from Zara

(image from Zara)

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wide leg, ’60s vibe

(photo by Phil Oh)

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Athleisure wear

colour block athletics zip front top

(photo by Phil Oh)

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from Cedric Charlier

track trousers inspired with inner seam striping

(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

(images from vogue.com)

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jacket with corset design detail

(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

(images from whowhatwear)

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At attention

softer stance on military vibe

from Sacai

jacket: sheer fabrication, epauletts, straps

(image from vogue.com)

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Eye-catching legwear

fish net tights / ankle socks

from Max Mara

under knitted shorts

(from vogue.com)

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from Magda Butrym

under a patterned skirt

(image from magdabutrym.com)

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as sock fashion

(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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From the sublime to the sensational: the hats have it! It’s Ladies Day at Ascot 2016

17 Friday Jun 2016

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Royal Ascot

the annual thorough-breed horse racing and fashion event-

is a much anticipated fixture on the English summer social calendar.

Occuring over a five day period each June

the most eagerly awaited point on the Ascot schedule is

Ladies Day

when attendees wear hats and headwear of singular

design detail and dimension.

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The hats have it!

Ladies Day

Royal Ascot, 2016

Play on!

piano keys inspired hat

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Sweet sensation

marshmellow embellishments

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All a- Buzz

black / yellow colour scheme

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Butterflies are free

‘canoe’ shaped hat with butterfly and flower adornments

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Cheers!

champagne flowing / glass filled

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Tartan and feathers

(photos from express.co.uk)

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Her Majesty

Queen Elizabeth II

in melon orange and egg-shell blue

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Of national pride

heraldic symbols of Wales:

a fierce dragon and a proud lion

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‘Riding to the hounds’

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Perched

a hat of blue / orange plummage

with bird of matching colours a top

(photos from telegraph.co.uk)

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For an afternoon tea party

hat of check table-cloth and tiered cake stand

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A trio of fascinating fascinators

(photos from dailymail.co.uk)

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Accessorise Me! for s/s ’16 : the choker/scarf combo à la the Christian Dior runway

08 Friday Apr 2016

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Picture perfect accessorising is the “zwugy” visual

of spring/summer fashion 2016.

(zwu’ gy: means on-point ; rhymes with mo’ vie)

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The looks that have fashion radar registered are neck adornments.

Of noteworthy mention is the choker / scarf combo presented on the

Christian Dior spring/summer ’16 runway.

Take the fashion cue and make it your own!

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Accessorise Me!

collar / scarf combo

Christian Dior, s/s 2016

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(images from vogue uk)

Fashion-speak: and the word is ‘maximalist’

30 Wednesday Mar 2016

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Fashion-speak is a living language,

ever evolving to better describe

dress images presented

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And the term is

maximalist

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max ‘ i ‘ ma ‘ list

(adj. / n. depending on context)

1 Referenced from the book:

Brooklyn Street Style: The No-Rules Guide to Fashion

by Anya Sacharow & Shawn Dahl, photographs by Sioux Nesi-

2 To describe the wearing of multiple pieces of a single jewellery type-

(rings, necklaces, bracelets)

of varying materials / designs with a style directive of

‘more is more and then some’ !

3 An emphasis on accessorising as key component of creating

a unique/personal fashion statement

4 For ladies and gents, an added element of interest to an over-all look

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Layering/stacking multiple pieces of jewellery is a style trend that ‘keeps giving’;

make it your own for spring / summer 2016.

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Accessorise Me!

Maximalist Aesthetics

Multiple rings

(image from fashiondivadesign)

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(image from inonit.in)

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(image from bovarjewelry.com)

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(image from capitalfm.co.ke)

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Stacked bracelets

(image from laurenmessiah)

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(image from weheartit)

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(photo by Sandra Semburg)

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Layered necklaces

(image from fashionfix)

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(image from freepeople)

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American label, Simon Miller: effortless cool school

25 Friday Mar 2016

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Discover American fashion label

Simon Miller.

Launched in 2008

and now under the creative direction of Chelsea Hansford and Daniel Corrigan

the Simon Miller vibe is that of an easy, uncomplicated, casual style

with a denim-wear / ready to wear clothing focus.

The label boast menswear and womenswear lines.

For a/w ’16, the womenswear Simon Miller look is further accessory accented

with chunky clog-like platform heels, small hand held bags and large carriers.

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The Simon Miller clothing summation:

clean lines, natural fabrication, simple silhouette.

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A peak

Simon Miller: s /s ’16 , a/w ’16

Ladies

a/w 2016

kimono-esque bomber jacket

buttonless, bell sleeves, cinched at waist with leather cord

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trouser fashion

stone hue, long-length coat, matching trousers

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separates: ivory hip length shirt,

super shine black patent leather long-length jacket

frayed hem denim cropped trousers

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‘Sport the look’

track suiting in deep burgundy red

hoodie and matching flared bottom trousers

suede carrier bag

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caramel brown / black colour story

top (carmels): botton front, single breast pocket / small hand-held bag

bottom (black): texture, high gloss patent leather, pencil skirt

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loose-fit duster-dress

hemp carrier bag with wood handle

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Men

s/s ’16

In shades of white

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AiB (all in black)

duster with side-tie and buttoned wrist cuffs

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(images from vogue.com)

Tekkie-fashion footwear: the future of walk-about

23 Wednesday Mar 2016

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Tech-fashion is no longer

an anticipated phenomenon of future

but rather, is a welcomed reality of present.

It is the fruitful union of

technology and fashion resulting in a product-piece

of innovation, function and wearability.

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Within this mixed genre of fashion, technology and the ‘what’s next factor’ is

Lechal footwear.

Originally designed, (by Anirudh Sharma)

to assist the sight-impaired,

Lechal shoes guide the wearer to a desired destination:

a ‘GPS-fit’ -type footwear.

The shoes are gender-neutral, sport-lux, sleek-look.

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In addition to Lechal shoes,

the navigational feature also comes as in-sole only,

which can be easily placed in any shoe.

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Supported by the Lechal app and able to communicate with any smart device

(Android phone, iPhone/iPad, Bluetooth)-

Lechal is ‘smart’ footwear.

Sporting a navigational component (the Lechal app)

boasting a hands-free, device-free, map-free, getting-about experience-

Lechal shoes (in-soles) can chart out a route

to parts familiar or to parts wholly unknown.

Through light vibrations:

to left foot for a left turn

to right foot for a right turn, and so on –

the wearer can focus on appreciation of surroundings

rather than checking directions on a hand-held device or map.

Where the future leads

Lechal ‘smart’ footwear

grey suede with orange trim/stitching

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red suede with black details

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brown / black ballerina

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Lechal in-soles

(images from lechal.com)

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For further product details visit

http://lechal.com/technology.html

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

16 Wednesday Mar 2016

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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”.

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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

(image from whowhatwear.com)

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wrist-watch worn over-sleeve at-wrist

from Ralph Lauren, a ’16

(image from vogue uk)

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Pin-interest

quirky, bright red, hand/finger design brooch

(photo by before sunrise)

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From finger tips to armpit

elongated gloves

from Hermes, a ’16

(image from vogue uk)

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Text flex

texting gloves with touchscreen sensitive fingers

from Urban outfitters

(from urbanoutfitters.com)

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In the bag!

belt bag

from Celine, a ’16

(image from vogue uk)

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rainbow tassel bag

from Chloe

(image from elle uk)

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big colour, big fringe detail

(image from whowhatwear)

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large faux fur clutch

from Christian Wijnants

(image from vogue uk)

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gold medallion hand-held

dimensional, facial details

(photo by Soren Jepsen)

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Brolly hut

room for two

clear, bubble umbrella

(photo from imaxtree)

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Rings

when more is more and less is less

one on every finger

(photo by the urbanspotter)

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one large statement-maker

(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!)

(photo from imaxtree)

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Sunny delight

OTT, baroque-inspired, ornate gold sunnies

from Dolce & Gabbana, s/s ’16

(image from vogue uk)

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Sock fashion

large hole pattern fishnet socks

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delicate, top turn-over anklets with lace trim

paired with utility-styled lace up ankle boots

(photos by Soren Jepsen)

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An OOTD (outfit of the day) shoutout: big impact details

12 Saturday Mar 2016

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, CWS, denim, denim-wear, Favlook - Lookfav, Favlook - Lookfav Focus, OOTD (outfit of the day), shoes... glorious shoes, street style sass, street wear sass, style cue, style ideas?, style inspiration, women's fashion

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This Favlook – Lookfav ensemble beguiles-

understated yet with maximum style credentials

worthy of an OOTD mention.

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Clothing

asymmetric / unfinished hem, stone-wash jeans from Vetements

CWS (crisp white shirt) with exaggerated cuffs

caramel-bown, suede trench coat

Accessories

snake-skin pattern ankle boot from Loewe

medium-size black shoulder bag

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The full effect

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A close up view

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(images from elle uk)

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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

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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

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

at waist: loose corsetting

(images from vogue uk)

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leather choker with rings and things

a bit of an S & M attitude

(photo by the urbanspotter)

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scarf of colourful prints

simply tied / knotted

(photo from before sunrise)

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Eyewear straps

from Balenciaga, a ’16

chunky chain in primary colour green

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Worn on top

Head gear

from Moschino, a ’16

ogle the goggles

(images from vogue uk)

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head band

and a lot more going on

large faux fur stole / fringe detail bag

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a princess: every-wear / every-day

crowned with a tiara

(photos by Soren Jepsen)

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knit top / high top

(image from whowhatwear)

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Bandana – a – rama

bandana scarfs

the long and short of it

(under coat and tied to handbag)

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Anklets angles

the sock reign continues

(photos by Soren Jepson)

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Faux fur perspectives

one-shoulder stoles

(a) from MSGM, a ’16

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(b) from Gabriele Colangelo, a ’16

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oversized, faux fur clutch

from Christian Wijnants, a ’16

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long length fuzzy wuzzy belt

from Michael Kors

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‘Hand it over’

(a) gloves to under arm

from Hermes, a ’16

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(b) one arm gauntlet

from Jacquemus, a ’16

(images from vogue uk)

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Gotta have it! : backless loafers for spring/summer 2016

09 Wednesday Mar 2016

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Making an appearance in seasons past

the blackless loafer (mule) has re-surfaced

as ‘must-have’ footwear for spring/summer 2016.

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An easy / comfortable fit and look,

the blackless loafer can be worn with jeans or dresses alike

for on-point casual style.

Consider a pair or two

(in different colours / designs ; from different labels)-

to add to your shoewear collection.

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A shoe in!

Backless loafer

one of many options

from design label, Rag & Bone

mixed leather in black suede and black matte finish

(image for whowhatwear)

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Tag Archives: accessories

I spy with a fashion eye: Fall trends 2016

Chillier Clime Cometh

From the sublime to the sensational: the hats have it! It’s Ladies Day at Ascot 2016

The hats have it!

Accessorise Me! for s/s ’16 : the choker/scarf combo à la the Christian Dior runway

Fashion-speak: and the word is ‘maximalist’

Maximalist Aesthetics

American label, Simon Miller: effortless cool school

Simon Miller: s /s ’16 , a/w ’16

Tekkie-fashion footwear: the future of walk-about

Lechal ‘smart’ footwear

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

Accessory to-do’s / how-to’s

from on runway and off runway fashion

part 2

An OOTD (outfit of the day) shoutout: big impact details

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

Accessory to-do’s / how-to’s

from on runway and off runway fashion

Gotta have it! : backless loafers for spring/summer 2016

A shoe in!

Chillier Clime Cometh

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