Showing posts with label fringe. Show all posts
Showing posts with label fringe. Show all posts

Thursday, September 3, 2009

Fall Picks Part 3 - Globetrotting Gypsy


If my Fall Picks Part 2, 90's Minimalism, was too sparse, you might fall in love this next look which I am very fond of: Globetrotting Gypsy.

Boho has been hot for a long time now, and this Fall, cozy up to multiple layers, textures and patterns and become a globetrotting, free-spirited hippie. Summer boho looks, such as fringe, feathers, and florals, can carry right through autumn if layered correctly and worn with the right tones.

Above: Mexican poncho dress by Rock Paper Vintage
Below: Matthew Williamson Printed Georgette Silk Blouse and Cleobella Danielle Ikat Fringed Bag

Bright, punchy colours work particularly well, and suede boots are a good alternative to leather for those dry days (oh-so-rare here in Vancouver but one can hope).

Above: Marc by Marc Jacobs Ruffle Suede Boots and Anna Sui Matchstick Dress

This look does require lots of accessories - the more the better! I totally love the dramatic feather necklace and Native-American inspired beaded earrings. Both are statement pieces.

Above: Norwegian Wood Feather Storm Necklance and Jacqui Aiche Beaded Earrings

Above: Tibi Printed Silk Dress and House of Harlow 1960 Ring

Surprisingly, I actually like the fuzzy vest below. A perfect throw over a printed, loose blouse.

Above: Antik Batik Hima Mongolian Vest and Nanette Lepore Magpie Shirt

On a grey day, the gorgeous colours of this mohair jacket would lift my spirits up.

Above: Matthew Williamson Mohair Cocoon Jacket and Foley + Corinna Perforated Bag

To add some glamour, I would pick up one of the vintage reconstructed necklaces by The Glamourai (I am obsessed with her jewelry right now, sold through Shrimpton Couture and Etsy) and slip on a pair of hot boots.

Above: Drizzled Nectar Reworked Vintage Necklace by the Glamourai and Chloe Leather Boots

And lastly, who can do without this gorgeous, crystal encrusted parrot handbag? The perfect globetrotter's companion.

If you're Captain Hook I mean =D.

We're heading into the Labour Day Long Weekend here, and I'm soo glad. Will have some outfit posts hopefully over the next few days. Have a Happy Friday!

Images courtesy of shopbop, net-a-porter, shrimpton couture, rock paper vintage

Sunday, April 19, 2009

It's All About Texture


I finally got around to getting some pics of my new stuff from the trip today. The weather wasn't as nice as I had hoped for, so I didn't get many outside snaps. That said, I still found a way to feature the gorgeous cherry blossoms that are in full bloom right now outside my house. I am also blogging from the EEE asus and I'm having problems with cropping photos so please excuse that.

I was so happy to have found three items from my HK Hit List: Fringed, Leather Jacket, and Cut-Out Bootie Sandals, all featured in this outfit. None of these items are brand names, but rather are from various boutiques in Hong Kong.

Brown bomber leather jacket: by Blues Heroes (haha not St.Louis tho - GO CANUCKS GO!). From Hong Kong
White beater fringed tank top: from a small boutique in Tsim Sha Tsui, HK
Blue Grey tiered skirt: from small boutique in Tsim Sha Tsui, HK
White leather mesh cut-out sandal slingbacks: from Causeway Bay, HK