Month: February 2014

Demure Allure: Bright Colored Dresses

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date February 17, 2014

how to wear bright colors Kate Middleton, Lily Aldridge, spring/summer, Party Outfits, Formal Wear, dresses, pumps, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton at ICAP Art Room at Northolt High School on February 14: an LK Bennett blue suit, Cartier watch, and Kiki McDonough earrings. On Lily Aldridge: Velvet Beki dress with Jennifer Meyer jewelry and Melinda Maria earrings. Photos: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge & Lily Aldridge; Courtesy of wenn.com, wireimage.com.

Thanks to leading designers like Karl Lagerfeld, Phoebe Philo and Miuccia Prada, Spring 2014 runway likes an art class. The bold face or brushstroke print maybe not for everyone, but one solid primary color is so much easier to pull off. My tip? When the color is eye-catching, keep the silhouette sleek and accessories minimal for a modern, sophisticated vibe.

In Chinese: 大牌设计师们像Karl Lagerfeld, Phoebe Philo和Miuccia Prada把2014春夏的T台变成了艺术课堂。那些大胆的脸谱或画笔的图案也许不是每个人能挑战的，但单一的明亮色穿起来就容易多了。小贴士：当单品的颜色很抢眼时，款式和配件最好简单利落。

1. Cartier stainless steel bracelet watch (great alternative here & here)
2. L.K. Bennett Detroit dress (also available here; similar here)
3. Stuart Weitzman ‘Raz’ suede clutch (on sale! in patent leather here)
4. Manolo Blahnik BB suede pump (similar here)

1. Melinda Maria pyramid cluster earrings
2. Lily Aldridge For Velvet dress
3. Jennifer Meyer 18k Gold thin diamond ring
4. Jimmy Choo ‘Abel’ pump (great alternative here)

Tags dresses, Formal Wear, Kate Middleton, Lily Aldridge, party outfits, pumps, spring/summer

CLOTHING

Blooming Flowers

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date February 16, 2014

how to wear florals; Lily Collin, Bella Thorne, Party Outfits,Formal Wear, Night Out, florals, crop top, maxi skirt, On Lily Collin: Mary Katrantzou Foli rose-print strapless dress, Smythson purse, Jimmy Choo Abel patent nude pump, Jack Vartanian bracelet, Soffer Ari ring; On Bella Thorne: alice + olivia Top with Collar, alice + olivia floral Maxi Skirt, alice + olivia Strawberry Clutch. Photos: Lily Collin & Bella Thorne; Courtesy of vogue.com, facebook.com/bellathorne.

Florals are everywhere on the runway this season. Wearing it in a modern and youthful way can be challenging. Lily Collin’s breathtaking dress combines blooming roses and grid-print, her minimalist jewelry and dark red lips keep it mod and sophisticated; Bella Thorne’s striking ball gown maxi dress likes a piece of art. I love how she kept it fresh and fun with a preppy top and a playful strawberry clutch. The best part? These beautiful floral pieces both have side pockets! Seriously, what more can we ask?

In Chinese: 今天春夏花朵当道，但花花的单品穿不好容易显俗气，看看这两个造型吧：Lily Collin的这条抹胸裙结合了流行的花朵和窗棂格纹图案，她用极简的配饰和复古感的妆容让整体造型优雅精致；Bella Thorne的这条及地舞裙色彩奔放，像一件艺术品。这么有挑战性的单品，她却用学院风的针织上衣和可爱的草莓手包巧妙平衡，轻松驾驭。另外这两件抢眼的印花单品都有口袋，对于我这种裙子一定要有口袋设计的‘小偏执狂’来说就更难抗拒了！

1. Ellis Faas creamy lips in ‘101’
2. Mary Katrantzou Foli rose-print dress (also here; great alternative here & here)
3. Jimmy Choo ‘Abel’ pump (similar here)

1. Alice + Olivia houndstooth top with collar
2. Alice + Olivia ball gown maxi skirt (also here; similar here)
3. Alice + Olivia strawberry clutch (also here)
4. Kate Spade New York ‘Chrissie’ sandal (similar here)

Tags Bella Thorne, crop top, florals, Formal Wear, Lily Collin, maxi skirt, Night Out, party outfits

CLOTHING

White Infusion: Two Tone Oxford and Side Slit

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date February 14, 2014

Photos: Victoria Beckham; Courtesy of splashnewsonline.com.

Victoria Beckham’s style has definitely evolved a lot after she becomes a designer. Sky high heels and bodycon dresses used to be her signature. Now she is more relaxed, and willing to try new styles, from comfy flats to menswear tailoring, from flirty flare to drop waist design… It’s interesting and so inspiring to witness an icon’s change, right?

In Chinese: 从辣妹到辣妈，从歌手到设计师，维多利亚·贝克汉姆身份的转变也伴随着她穿衣风格的改变，过去恨天高的鞋和凸显身材的包身裙是她的标志，现在随着她设计师之路的成功，平底鞋、男装剪裁、褶边伞裙或下垂的腰线等不再一味强调性感的元素也常在她身上看到。能目睹一代偶像仍在不断学习、进步和追求完美的过程总是让人感慨良多，也获益良多，对吗？