How to wear printed pants

 

Printed pants...friend or foe?

 

In theory, we like the idea of something fresh in the pants category. On the other hand, printed pants are a very tricky trend indeed. If you pick the wrong pair, you wind up looking either like a kaleidoscope or an elephant. If done right, though, they can be a fun pop of individuality amongst otherwise bland bottoms. The bottom line is - when in doubt, go looser and limit the color palette to one or two colors...also break it up - we can't focus on print on top and on the bottom. The right pair of heels are another secret weapon to pulling off this look. In fact, the clear chunky heels that we've been seeing lately could be a great neutral companion to a printed pant.

 

Joe's Jeans makes a floral skinny jean version which are visually appealing in this photo. To avoid the sofa-like illusion recently created by Kim Kardashian's dress at the Met Gala, we suggest that you do NOT pair these jeans with a floral top.

 

Photo from revolveclothing.com

 

 

Let us know how you pull this look off!



Fashtastically NYFW!

Although we are silently shedding a single tear as NYFW nears its conclusion, we were all smiles as we were spoilt for street style choice on this beautiful evening at Lincoln Center. Here are a few selections, more to come soon!

Maxi dress with chunky jewelry and hint of neon pink gives an impish nod to summer's fading rays. Horizontal stripes with lace jumpsuit and hipster-esque glasses (we're guessing non-prescription?) make a fun and unexpectedly pleasing duo...even if we wouldn't have opted for the leopard print heels.

While the sartorial savvy of the silk slacks and Chanel purse go without saying, what sent us into fashtastic bliss was the accessory selection...see chunky clear collar spiced with neon.

 Ok, we are well over last year's obsession with hats. However, neon sheer maxi + lace + double gold cuff + sufficiently sullen face > headwear halo.

Street Style at NY Fashion Week: mulletskirts, buns, and denim...oh my!

Behold above the signal for the most beautiful time of the year! Unsurprisingly, many of the themes from FNO were back amongst the NYFW StyleSetters. Check it: 

Washed out denim vests and jackets have been everywhere, but we love this version for pairing it with a feminine floral touch. 

Casually stylish, with a fun and easy version of the omnipresent super-high bun.

Mullet skirt chic'ified by sleek hair, red lips, and, of course, a touch of Prada.

An eye for details. We are in pastel heaven between the necklace and the nails.

See you tomorrow, Fashion Week!

Dolce Vista - West Village Mona Lisa

West Village Mona Lisa.

Although this outfit is (literally) beige, there is a certain je ne sais quoi about it creating that heady rush of inspiration sought by creatives everywhere.

Perhaps it is the wink at a cape. Perhaps it is the headwear, which we all know is the accoutrement of the moment. Then again, perhaps it is the attitude, a much more elusive accessory...