THOUGHTS ON STYLE

Spring is Here | Go Ahead, Smell the Roses

April 29, 2011

Pink, small, and punctual, Aromatic, low, Covert in April, Candid in May… 1

Style Gone Wrong: Denim Shorts with Tights

April 14, 2011

I can’t help but sigh when I’m walking on the streets of Barcelona and all I can see are denim shorts matched with tights or leggings. “Why”, my heart cries out. “Why?…” 3

The (Dis)connection Between Fashion and Reality

March 25, 2011

Here’s something interesting for you. I was reading an article about the number of plus-size women living in America. Hear this: Nearly 65% of American women are above a size Medium, or even overweight, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. Yet most high-fashion collections end at size 10. And on hundreds of high-end [...]

Difference Between Fashion and Style Tips

March 21, 2011

It was a Sunday afternoon. I was providing some stype tips to a friend of mine over a nice cup of coffee. What followed was an interesting conversation in which another friend said that “What’s the point of following these tips, when tomorrow we will come across yet another fashion tip, which will most probably [...]

Perfect Balance!

March 20, 2011

What a better way to find a style that works than by trying out a combination of different looks and styles? A hint of femininity, a touch of masculinity… 1

You’ve Got the Power — Buying Power!

March 17, 2011

Fashion retailer are now warning of a ‘tidal wave of inflation’. According to retail experts, sales are at an all time low and the start of 2011 has been very slow and very tough. While the actual consumption on the high-street seems to have fallen, there has been a slight rise in online sales. I [...]

The Transformation of the Classic Shirt!

March 14, 2011

Fashion designer duo Victor & Rolf have created a fun new way to wear a shirt. Well, it’s not really a shirt anymore, but I think it works. 1

Designer vs. High Street: Can Money Buy Style?

March 12, 2011

You’d think that it’s easy to look stylish when you have the luxury to choose designer over high street. But even with designer brands at your disposal I feel compelled to ask: Can money buy style? 1

Fall 2011 Fashion Week: New York, Paris, London, Milan

March 11, 2011

What do all these four cities have in common? Well, we know it’s not their geographical location. We know it’s not their language. No, it’s Fashion Week. Fashion Week is held twice a year in these four major fashion capitals, which never fails to draw an influential crowd. And so, what about Fashion Week then? [...]

Style Tip of the Day: The Tapered 80′s

March 7, 2011

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I’m always trying to find inspiration from different times and different parts of the world for the way I dress and style myself. And having grown up in the 80′s and early 90′s, I can’t help but feel a certain nostalgia for some of the looks and styles from those decades. I’m not talking about [...]

La Dolce Vita: D&G Fall 2011 Collection

March 4, 2011

The latest Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2011 Collection that showcased at Milan Fashion Week was just too nice not to share with you. 1

Maximise Your Life

March 2, 2011

Do you remember a few years back when maxi skirts were super fashionable? Well, for those who kept their maxis, I have some good news. This Spring/Summer is the time to go long again, as the maxi is making a comeback. So if you want to nail the season’s key look, you should make it [...]

The Oscars 2011 and the Red Carpet Darlings!

February 28, 2011

Each year after the big Oscars bash there’s a lot hoo-ha over the red carpets looks of all the Hollywood starlets. And as I was reading this morning’s news I couldn’t help but start looking at the photos, videos and highlights from the award ceremony. I mean, it was practically impossible not to. So, who [...]

The Future is Bright, the Future is Turquoise

February 26, 2011

I’m a strong advocate of minimalism when it comes to fashion and looking stylish, and I tend to opt for lots of subtle and harmonious colours which in effect leaves plenty of space to have a bit of fun with accessories. And what a better way to brighten-up an otherwise clear palette than by adding [...]

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