Alexander McQueen S/S 2010

Wild prints, bold shoulders and even bolder shoes, Alexander McQueen's S/S 2010 collection was nothing short of exciting. The collection was a thrilling kaleidoscope of color and animal prints. Although his collection was a dizzying treat for the eyes the collection still showcases the traits McQueen is so well known for; strong, romantic and chic as hell. McQueen has the gift of balancing contradictions well. Oh and the shoes, to die for.






Photo credit: Style.com, Fashion Toast

Model's Street Style: Fashion Week Edition

Models being fashionable. Per usual.












Photo Credit: The Fashion Spot

NYFW S2010RTW

New York fashion week is upon us yet again and I wanted to put up a few pics from some of my favorite collections. The following pictures don't do justice to the entire collection but they were the stand out looks for me.

Boy by Band of Outsiders

Helmut Lang





3.1 Phillip Lim




Photo credit: Style.com

Currently Craving...

Every once in a while I obsess over a fashion item. Very rarely do I succeed in obtaining these items and my past loves have included Miu Miu bags and Prada shoes. After much rehabilitation I have overcome these unhealthy fixations but recently I developed a new one.

Behold...


the Acne Atacoma leather and silver platforms. It sounds dangerous, intimidating and a little exotic. Whatever image the description conjures up in your mind, in my mind the only image I see is of me wearing this glorious pair of footwear. Alas, just thinking positively isn't enough to cough up the cash for a pair of $480 shoes. I think I will just have to settle for the above image.

Dommage.

On Alexa Chung



Photo Credit: The Fashion Spot, aperfectguide.se

In response to...

I started this blog for my strategic fashion communication class and as a part of this project I'm going to mention a fellow classmate's blog post. She mentions the transition from revealing clothing to more modest, simple clothes more appropriate for everyday wear. And with the popularity of apparel companies like American Apparel, where it's easy to buy a simple, comfortable shirt for a reasonable price, it's easier now for women to dress without worrying about flashing her navel.

And I have to say I agree with her sentiments and I am glad that women's style has evolved past the pleather and midriff baring tops so prevalent in the late 90's. And although the 90's are making a strong comeback, (and I am guilty of an infatuation with strong shoulder blazers that would make a Golden Girl blush with shame), it's comforting to know that the styles of Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera circa 1999 will never return.

Knock on wood.

Signing out,
Connie

Model Style: Lily Donaldson

We're so accustomed to seeing models as muses on the runway. They are distant, waifish creatures who are difficult to relate to. On the flip side it's always refreshing to see a model's street style and see them wear clothes other than the whimsical haute couture creations paraded on the runways. (Although don't get me wrong, I love a great haute couture collection just as much as the next fashionista).

So today's post is all about British model Lily Donaldson's street style. She has a casual, rocker sensibility when she dresses and although most people will still never relate to her, it's at least a little comforting to see that she prefers wearing leather jackets and jean shorts everyday.Photo credit: Flickr

It Girl

I've been a fan of Alexa Chung's style for quite some time now and with her recent move to the states for her new MTV show, I think it's time for a post all about her.

For those who don't know who she is, Alexa is a TV host in the UK, fashion It girl, and the significant other to an Arctic Monkey.


Her outfits are simple, casual but always chic and I love that she can pair loafers with a dress, knee highs and a Mulberry Bayswater bag so effortlessly. She's a huge fan of British designers like Charles Anastase, Luella Bartley and Henry Holland. Her tastes aren't limited to designer wear as she is often seen sporting the latest trends from high street shops like Topshop and PPQ. Photo credit: Flickr and The Fashion Spot