Hot for Spring 2008: Watch out for the Big Girls

I recently discovered a wonderful plus-sized designer on Etsy.com.

JANE BON BON is HOT! 

Oh, there’s also Size Appeal.  Check them out as well!  Here are some great spring looks you can pick up online.

   

 

Cavalli says J Lo is preggers…and he’s not feeling it

Can’t tell those designers nothing…lol

Cavalli let the news slip during an interview with People.  Jennifer Lopez has kept mum the possible pregnancy on since rumors began circulating months ago that she was with child.

The confirmation came when People asked the designer what types of clothing he creates for his celebrity clientele.  “Well Jennifer Lopez, at this moment, she requests something very special because she is waiting for the baby,” he said.

The designer continued on, noting that he is faced with tough fashion choices because of J.Lo’s expanding tummy.

“It is so complicated because every week she is getting bigger,” he said.

Reps for Lopez and her husband Marc Anthony could not be reached at the time this article was published.

Source: MSNBC

 

Read it: The Quest for “it”

This is one of my fav blogs!!! www.thequestforit.com
Tia Walker is thrilled to be taking on her lastest project The Quest for “It” — a blog that offers select chronicles of her experiences in the worlds of art, fashion, media and beyond. The Quest for “it” provides an exciting look at her ascent to the A-List. Through this lifestyle blog she gives hard and fast information as well as analysis of the arts, designers, various publications and nightlife. Savvy insights, real life disappointments, real life successes and celebrity encounters are shared through a unique perspective.

Over the past few years, Ms. Walker has booked DJs for several large scale events: the Ignite Party for emerging artists–organization Gen Art, private cocktail party for famed celebrity event photographer Patrick McMullan, product launch of Burberry’s latest fragrance Brit, promotional party for British designer Keanan Duffty, private birthday party for the publisher of WIRED magazine and the launch party hosted by Kim Porter for “Intimate” by photographer Marc Baptiste.

Color Trends for Fall 2007

More at www.fashiontrendsetter.com

Fall is full of jewel tones and rich hues.  I haven’t seen many of these colors in a while, but I’m happy to see their return…most notably PURPLE.  Nothing like a rich royal purple to set off any skin tone.

Pantone.com says: “ Spicy Chili Pepper and exotic Lemon Curry stimulate the taste buds, entice the senses and enliven any wardrobe. Purple Wine, the ultimate expression of creativity, marries purple and wine, broadening the appeal of purple for fashion. The violet undertones of Dusk give gray a whole new dimension, making this fall’s neutral much more desirable.

Carafe, a deep, espresso brown, adds contrast to the palette, providing a rich alternative to the usual black or charcoal. Sumptuous Cashmere Rose is not only the perfect complement to any of fall’s colors, but also flatters any complexion. Many seasons have paid homage to nature, and fall ‘07 is no exception.

Shale Green takes the shade in a murky, blue/gray direction, while foliage-inspired Green Moss goes to the yellow side. Earthy Burnt Ochre is this autumn’s orange and sophisticated Stargazer (blue) continues the trend of turquoise, but with a deeper intensity.  Nuanced colors with subtle undertones enhance the ever-present neutrals and allow for clever and extraordinary color combinations. Pairing designer pieces with mainstream staples has become a way of life, and color adds an important dimension for expressing one’s unique sense of style.

Chloe: Elephant is the new Black

The Fall 2007 Chloe Handbags feature their new color, “Elephant”. I love it! It’s like a dark khaki.  Here’s the Chloe Paddington Capsule in Elephant.  Your’s  for only a cool $1780.00

Modesty is the New Chic

FoxNews | NEW YORK —  If the world needs another sign that Britney Spears’ look is yesterday’s news, check out New York Fashion Week.

Gone are the skin-centric, tummy-revealing and possibly private part-exposing trends that Spears and friends like Paris Hilton made ubiquitous. Instead, designers are embracing modesty, using sheer fabrics and lingerie looks to subtly hint at sexiness.

It’s an extension of the ladylike trends for fall; designers seem to have made the collective decision that a lot of skin isn’t in.

On Tuesday, Monique Lhuillier presented sophisticated, fluid looks that celebrate a woman’s shape without squeezing it. Carmen Marc Valvo showed tasteful swimwear with plenty of coverage, flattering pintucks and low leg openings. Even pantyhose made a comeback over the weekend at the Derek Lam show.

Of course, every rule has an exception. Marc Jacobs bucked the trend on Monday with plenty of glimpses of bras, slips and tap pants _ but the show was more of an artistic statement than a presentation of wearable fashions.

New York Fashion Week wraps up Wednesday after an eight-day preview of the spring-summer looks of 100 or so designers.

VMAs Worst Dressed (black and female)

Lil Mama’s Pink and Purple Baby Fantasy outfit.  Does this girl have a fetish or something

Beyonce’s golden trash bag toga.  I know you are back to you thick, post-tour weight now but you can hide it in prettier, more flattering clothing, Beyonce.  You are really too fierce for this!

Alicia Keys’ Latoya Jackson headband, Diana Ross hair, and S&M inspired outfit (photo to come).  Made me think of FAME!   The hips are out of control honey…that could be a big problem later.  She looked good on the red carpet though, a tad bit too much bronzer though.

Synopsis: Rhianna was killing them all!! 

Amuleta, Weitzman…To the runway…Bags

Aaneta Amuleta $449 at Couture Candy

Stuart Weitzman Gray Gymbag $345 at Stuart Weitzman

Sweater Boots: hot for Fall 2007

I saw a black pair of sweater boots in Urban Outfitters today… so cute. I think these are going to be big in the fall. Kinda Ugg looking, the construction and fabric make them susceptible to dirt (in the knit weaving, as opposed to a smooth service like leather), and the soles on many of the pairs I’ve seen are simple rubber…that could wear down in harsh weather on city streets. However, they are very very warm and comfortable. Comfort + fashion= worth the drama! These boots are perfect with a matching cable knit sweater and skinny jeans for a super casual day! They almost look like you’re wearing leg warmmers…and I love 80’s revival leg warmers!!!

$109 – Comfortable knit boots from Livs! Soft cotton sweater knit upper in a tall mid calf height can be slouched. Hand knit with natural ventilation and comfort, rounded toe.

$299.95 – Free People’s Fairisle Lace Up Sweater Boot Patterned fairisle sweater boots with cowhide toe and lace-up detail, by Carolina K.

Top Trends from NEW YORK Fall 2007 Fashion Week

New York’s Fashion Week may be a foggy memory of feathers, hats, and sequins, but we’re still sifting through the looks. We combed hundreds of shows to find fall 2007’s ten biggest trends, from silhouettes to shoes. Now you just have to find somewhere to wear them. – NYMag (Click here for photos from Fashion Week of these trends.)

(1.) Your silhouette will slim down.
Fall’s shapes are far narrower than spring’s bubbles and trapezes. Marc Jacobs and Calvin Klein led the slim charge, with belted coats and tailored dresses respectively.

(2.) You’ll channel the queen.
Tweed can be hard to pull off—it tends toward bulky, frumpy, and way too royal family. Thakoon handled it lightly on an elegant coat, while Ralph Lauren and Oscar de le Renta made it classic, not dowdy.

(3.) You’ll supersize your sweaters.
Chunky knits were all over the runways. Bruce showed how cozy can still look sleek, while Diane von Furstenberg kept it loose and comfortable with a floppy-collared sweater coat. Our pick, however, is Malo’s sweater: space age and warm at the same time.

(4.) You’ll get some new pants—finally!
After a year of dresses and leggings, pants are back, and in a big, big, big way. There were great slouchy menswear versions at Michael Kors and Proenza Schouler, slick stovepipes at Narciso Rodriguez, and sailor-esque pants at Zero Maria Cornejo.

(5.) You’ll zip it good.
What is it with the eighties? This season it was zippers. Behnaz Sarafpour trimmed hers in neon yellow, while Derek Lam kept his basic black. At Thakoon, the zippers were for pockets only.

(6.) You’ll keep your head warm.
Whether it’s wide-brimmed (Marc Jacobs), pulled low (Proenza Schouler), or little more than a spray (Donna Karan), you’ll be wearing a hat. Cover for warmth (Michael Kors’s fur) or for modesty (Vera Wang’s head scarf), but just cover with something.

(7.) You’ll dare to clash.
In what has become a 5 x 10 classic, navy and black reigned supreme: a black belt on a navy dress at Derek Lam, royal blue on cardigans at Marc Jacobs and Thakoon.

(8.) You’ll keep walking tall.
The platform trend remains, but it’s subtler. The shapes are more traditional this season: pumps, sandals, and so on. Everyone from Donna Karan to Derek Lam amped up their shoes, with platforms beneath the toe box that function like lifts.

(9.) You’ll be dazzling.
Sequins and paillettes were everywhere, and in a whole host of vibrant colors. They were silver and muted at Vera Wang, and Technicolor dreamy at Marc Jacobs. Tory Burch even showed how the look can work for day: beneath a toggled fisherman sweater paired with an easy pair of pants.

(10.) You’ll fly away.
What’s more fun on an evening gown than a mound of fluffy feathers? Not much, as dresses from Mizrahi, Malandrino, and Marchesa pointed out. Sari Gueron and Thakoon turned their cool, young eyes on the trend with pared-down takes.