Window Display Showdown...(#5)

What is a college student to do on a budget? Window shop, of course! Personally, I am a culprit of window shopping when I have the itch to shop but can't and/or won't bring myself to spend money. This concept has been for years. It gives the consumers an opportunity to see the creativity of the retail windows. The creative appeal can either draw you in or freak you out depending on the display. 

February is known for Black History month, as well as Valentine's Day.  Retailers tend to go with the theme of love in their windows during this time. As I perused through the Westchester Mall, I noticed lots of windows were decked out in LOVE. The ones that stood out to me were Kate Spade and Banana Republic. 

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Kate Spade's creative space included an enormous heart and eye as the mannequin head, as well as hands that were holding the purses, I think this is youthful, creative and bold. Especially in the jewelry world, lots of people are buying the eyeball rings. It is very trendy now. The color scheme was black and white with a pop of pink. This almost made me want to go in and buy. 

Banana Republic displayed their key colors and an aspect of love in just one window. BR displayed trendy outfits that can be dressed or dressed down. This navy, white and denim trend is picking up speed and BR is along for the ride. 

Is It Really All In What You Say? (#4)

Too often, things are said in ways that may be difficult to understand and wrap your head around. There is no difference within the fashion business. Fashion journalists and bloggers have such a keen eye for fashion and imagery that it shows through their writing. I took a look at an old article by Vanessa Friedman to analyze her language of choice. She is very descriptive, yet not overly colorful. 

Davos 2015: The Power Set’s Ready-to-Wear Show in the Snow

By VANESSA FRIEDMAN

 JANUARY 23, 2015 8:06 AM January 23, 2015 8:06 am

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Pharrell Williams, right, tied a scarf in an ascot style to appear onstage at Davos with Al Gore, former vice president of the United States.Credit Michel Euler/Associated Press

January means showtime, from men’s wear (currently wrapping up in Paris) to couture (stay tuned next week); the red carpet (Golden Globes, Critics’ Choice Awards and the Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday), and, this week, that executive style fest otherwise known as the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. If you want to know how the power set dress in the snow, this is the catwalk you need to watch.

Read the full article at...

http://runway.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/01/23/davos-2015-the-power-sets-ready-to-wear-show-in-the-snow/?module=BlogPost-Title&version=Blog%20Main&contentCollection=Style&action=Click&pgtype=Blogs&region=Body

Fashion language break down:

1. Silhouette & Design

-big furry hats

-snowmen wearing scarves 

-basic plaid wool kind of neckwear

-traditional tie

2. Details

-long, skinny, impressionist floral print

-striped silk scarf-cum-ascot

-draping expertise to wear right

3. Color

-big, silk, red and white print

-impressionist floral print

-soft greige Loro Piana type

4. Fabric

-super-thin silk or cashmere

-denim suit

-rubber boots

5. Creative "Jargon"

-Ready-t0-wear show in the snow

-qualify as a bona fide movement

-one more day to go in the biggest of what are affectionately (or not) termed “elephant bumper” affairs

-offers an alternative to the traditional 

-kind that acknowledges the (bad, complicated) weather and then triumphs over it

-Call it casual Friday 2.0: casual conference. 

Street Style: Nike Roshe Runs (#3)

The culture that we live in today has been greatly influenced by activewear. Leggings, sweatpants and other gym attire have been seen on the streets of New York. People wear them with no intentions of heading to the gym. The sole purpose of this trend is comfort and style. Making activewear fashionable has become a huge success. Seeing as though the work place has become more casual, simple sneakers have been OKed by many. Except maybe if you are working on Wall Street or at a law firm. Suits are definitely a must in these fields! 

One of those sneaker trends I have been seeing lately are Nike's Roshe Runs. Surprisingly, these sneakers are able to be paired with casual, dressy or work apparel. Everywhere you turn, you see sneakers infused with trendy outfits.

You can see blogger J.L. pairing her Roshe's with a more feminine look! 

Check her out at: www.ClosetVoyage.com

Color Trend: Spring 2016 (#2)

Fashion is evolutionary, not revolutionary. Styles and trends have various product life cycles; yet, always seem to make an appearance at a later date, of course with a twist. Spring 2016 will be all about color! Specifically, showcasing how various hues with an orange influence will be relevant. This pop of color is very versatile, being used in the apparel industry, as well as the beauty industry.

I typically think of orange as being more Halloweenesque, but I can see how more of a persimmon or papaya color would be trending and a key item in our wardrobes.

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 I envision that a key item for Spring 2016 will be a chic colored, high-waist trouser. These will be a statement piece when you walk those New York City streets.
 

 *This color reminds me of a nail polish by Essie called Resort Fling.