Oh What Was: Stirrup Pants

We all know that fashion is cyclical and that most trends — even ones we’d thought had gasped their last breath — tend to return in one form or another.

While the thought of wearing stirrup pants may make you cringe, it’s time to give them a second chance. Today’s versions are sleeker and decidedly chicer. They play well with the massive athleisure trend as a sort of leggings version 2.0. But they’re also turning up in office-friendly styles that take inspiration from trousers. And unlike the 80s when stirrups were strictly worn inside shoes, fashion girls are opting to wear the straps on the outside as well.

Getty Images, Blugirl

in this photoStirrup pants – Mango. Shirt – H&M Men. Slingback pumps – Fendi. Watch – Rosefield.

PHOTO: STYLE DU MONDE

Nifty Fifties

The 1950s was fundamentally a time of conformity. You won’t find anything wild or risqué at this time period. Think of it as good, clean, wholesome stuff. The mini skirts and wild fashions don’t arrive until the 1960s.

A female function was to entertain or attend social gatherings – all to promote and further their spouse’s career. Cocktail dresses – short versions of ball gowns – were essential. A woman was expected to wear a hat outside of the house (except for the most formal evening occasions) and gloves at all times – short for day, long for evening. Men tended almost to universally wear suits. The practice of dressing young people like their elders was still common, with the ‘mother/daughter’ look particularly in vogue.

1950s fashion was regulated by three C’s – code, conformity and consumerism. Women’s focus was on rearing children and keeping house as they had largely left the war years’ workplace. Both men’s and women’s activities centered around family and home and clothing changed as a result. Emphasis was on practical but attractive housedresses, not only for household chores but suitable for quick errands or the school run. Women dressed for ‘wifely’ roles! 

Bang Bang Bang

Wardrobe rebuilding

So you have made the decision to hop off the fast fashion train. You want to stop wasting your money on bargains and impulse buys and reserve your closet for high-quality garments that perfectly fit your style from now on. Great! But, what if your wardrobe needs a major overhaul and you can’t afford to buy all the clothes you need at once, especially if you want to avoid low-quality brands?

Vintage, Juicy Couture Summer Visor SOLD 25$

Oh What Was: Scrunchies

Heathers the movie & Broadway play

Think you can pull off a scrunchie today ? (Click below)  

10 Scrunchie Styles That Won't Make You Feel Stuck in the 90's

For her post-performance ensemble, Lizzo chose an '80s-tastic purple dress complete with massive, off-the-shoulder puff sleeves, a pleated circle skirt, and a wide V-neck. She basically looked like high school Josie from Never Been Kissed but fashion. What's an '80s-inspired ensemble without a scrunchie?

Fridays We Dance

Photo by Norman Parkinson, Vogue, 1969.

Thanks to Maimouna and Talvi for modeling and Anna Collins for doing makeup.

Sweetly elegant mini wrap dress, SOLD 30$

Obviously, anyone with a credit card can look fashionable. Very few people though—credit cards or not—can be considered women of genuine style. Take someone like Kim Kardashian. The reality star has gone from no style to constantly stepping out in high-fashion outfits that even top editors are itching to copy. She looks good, sure, but there’s something about her transformation that screams “I understand fashion now, everyone!” as opposed to an organic shift in how she—and she alone—wants to present herself to the world.

Read more: http://stylecaster.com/how-to-be-stylish/#ixzz54exDtUxC

How to Wear Vintage Clothing

What Dreams are made of

Before purchasing any item, I can’t help but think of the potential of certain vintage pieces, especially for certain items that haven’t been cared for very well or has simply been around for many years.

That’s why I carefully select every item that makes it in to my shop and I also prefer to be extremely upfront about all details associated with every item. Including any scratches, or marks.

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Old school Nokia

Nokia advert, taken from the July 2000 issue of i-D

Nokia advert, taken from the July 2000 issue of i-D

But seriously, How would you wear these pantalones (pants) ? 

( Fortuitous is my first )

Thrift Life 101

Oh The Fairy Tale of Thrift shopping. Thrifting can be a bit of a cinderella story due to the revamping involved with bringing life back to items that may or may not have been cared for very well or may not look like much to begin with. Yet, you can still see this item being transformed and brought back to life. 

However, just before making any purchase of anything pre-loved or secondhand. I can’t help but to be forced to think of the potential of certain vintage items, especially for certain items that haven’t been cared for very well or has been around for many years. However, it just seems to work for certain items as well. At times the wear and tear of these items adds a rustic touch, a almost weathered feeling. I mean, after all life adds character and beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

Friendship Bracelet I’m working on with trinkets I’ve collected from various flea markets & thrift shops I’ve visited.

So go for the hunt !

Continue the story of a forgotten piece of time.

Baby, it's Cold Outside

Winter Essentials :

Flattering  Outerwear + Balanced Layers underneath 

Alden Catalogue Page for furs embellished Winter coats.

December 1989. ‘Best to wear with get-down gear, You’ve be viewed with the warmest regards.

Coats On Top of It All Photo: Arthur Elgort
Models: Karen Alexander, Suzanne Lanza, Laetitia Firmin-Didot & Unknowns
Hair: Oribe
Makeup: Bobbi Brown

September 1977. ‘Reefers, steamers, trenches, wraps –the shapes to keep in mind when you look for a fall/ winter coat.’

80’s Fall / Winter Outfit

Winter look, Neue Mode, 1978