Closet Alchemy

Saturday, January 30, 2010

What to wear: YSL Burnt Orange Trench

We just got in this YSL trench and it's fabulous. Worn as a dress or topper, the volume and tailoring are just right. Clearly it's a color you can take back to neon yellow, royal blue, and fuck me red. I love the different styling ideas from Polyvore members.

Leap Year: The Perfect Proposal Outfit by desireh featuring Christian Louboutin shoes

Items in this set: Stella McCartney Spring linen-blend dress, $1,195 DOUBLE BREASTED COTTON BLEND COAT, 1,150 GBP Amy Adams’ counterfeit jeans - BostonHerald.com Christian Louboutin | Gressimo 140 suede pumps |, 580 GBP Sequin satin bow bag, $175

bright yellow! by sasoula featuring Yves Saint Laurent coats

Items in this set: Cream Vestale Tunic Dress by Paul & Joe Sister, 155 GBP DOUBLE BREASTED COTTON BLEND COAT, 1,150 GBP HOT PINK WOOL SKIRT, 275 GBP Brian Atwood Riva patent leather sandals, $205 Jimmy Choo Bag

fire of desire by Dejavu featuring Yves Saint Laurent coats

Items in this set: Bottega Veneta Soft jersey dress, 495 GBP DOUBLE BREASTED COTTON BLEND COAT, 1,150 GBP High Heels - J Lo 'Delorice' - Funky Ankle-Strap Pumps Alexander McQueen Red Ornate Skull Clutch, $405 Vivienne Westwood Heart watch pendant, $175

Untitled by pocahaunted featuring Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry

Items in this set: Maxmara dresses, 280 GBP DOUBLE BREASTED COTTON BLEND COAT, 1,150 GBP Osman Yousefzada Sculptural suede shoe, 280 GBP Candy Pratts Price's Spring 2010 Accessory Report Kenneth Jay Lane Wood/Shell Insert Bangle at Zappos.com, $56

What to Wear: Scallop Chloe Top

I bought the below Chloe scallop top in black and have been at odds for the right look. Layered over a sexy, lacy bra, graphic tights and killer shoes - it comes to life. I was also thinking about it tucked into high waisted pants with a leather or blazer...

I'll post my look next week...:)

my ashtray heart... by Etch featuring Miss Selfridge tights

Items in this set: Chloe Scalloped silk sheer top, $340 Chloe Gathered velvet skirt, $870 Elastic Wedge, $525 Black Sheer Bow Back Tights, 6 GBP Vintage Plastic and Aluminum Women's Rhinestone Eyeglass Frames

Lusty, Musty Leathers

I've got leather on the brain. Lately every outfit for clients and myself has incorporated a vision of leather. I don't own a good leather yet, although it's high on my list.

Ms. Lively (one of my favorites) is sporting a very cute cropped slate grey leather with skinnies, nudie mary janes and a tee. Predictable, comfy and chic. A few looks I love and jackets to lust over. Enjoy!

Blake Lively

Olivia Palermo

Ashely Olsen (She looks a little Valentino w/that tan, but nevertheless paired with a white shift or vintage slip, her leather jacket looks chic and fun.)

From AllSaints, $400

Miu Miu, $2315

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

A piece you'll never fatigue

Spring 2010 trends shows a strong march toward military influences in jackets both in color, fabric and style.

If you love the look, but on modest budget: do not fret. Main stream designers like Ann Taylor, Gap, Club Monaco, and Banana Republic put out inspired pieces at a fraction of the cost. For example, Ann Taylor's Long Ripstop Anorak below is bargain at under $100.