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Trendspotting: Hipsters in Philly, DC, and my TV

14th July 2010 by Jess View Comments

After watching Frank on the Bachelorette this week, I’ve become “concerned” that the hipster fad is becoming mainstream.
I really have nothing against hipsters. They support local bands, make ironic statements, drink a lot of coffee, ride vintage bikes, and I think they’re really good about recycling. I like those things too! All totaled, they’re [...]

Trendspotting: The Debbie Gibson Look

7th July 2010 by Jess View Comments

Debbie Gibson may no longer appear regularly on your TV or YouTube but her sense of fashion is still alive and well.
No not “Debrah” of the later years who posed for Playboy and all the other nonsense. The original Debbie Gibson who wore those fantastic black hats and started the long jean shorts look (we [...]

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 [...]