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Trendspotting: Fascinators: Barrette or Hat?!

30th June 2010 by admin View Comments

One of the (few) fashions I love from the UK is the use of hats and hair accessories for formal occasions. If you have weddings to attend, these are a great way to breathe life into an old dress –and it’s far cheaper than a trip to  Nicole Miller…
Some of my faves are from Etsy, [...]

Trendspotting: Sloppy Tee to Chic in 5 Seconds

9th June 2010 by Jess View Comments

Anyone that knows me, knows I’m a big fan of belts. It’s such an easy way to dress up an outfit and an even better way to improve that coveted hip to waist ratio.
These days I’m seeing more belts than ever. Hell, in Philly right now, a racerback tank plus belt is now being sported [...]

Trendspotting: Boat Shoes

26th May 2010 by Jess View Comments

Call them what you will: boatshoes, topsiders, docksides, campers, ….. Piperlime is calling them “preppy shoes.” You may not remember them the first time, but if you can get a hold of a pair of madras shorts, a tall glass of Pimms, and a crimping iron –congrats, you can call yourself Muffy.
Did these ever go [...]

Trendspotting: Miami-Wear

13th May 2010 by Jess View Comments

[Photo Credit: Lex Hernandez, Miami New Times: Source]
Miami is ground zero for trendspotting and people watching. Everyone talks about the “Latin influence” and that may sound like a vague and mysterious concept to you. You may have some notion involving ruffled skirts and maracas. But really the “latin influence” on Miami fashion is much more [...]

Trendspotting: My Fashion No-Nos

6th May 2010 by Jess View Comments

This list will differ for every gal. I know that. But as you’ve heard me say before, one of the reasons I (co)created this blog was so that I could force my opinion on the world!!
And hey, have I thanked you lately for reading?
Where was I?
Oh, so diving right in, here are my fashion pet [...]