Month: April 2014

Mini Shoe Trend

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date April 5, 2014

statement shoes 2014; Emma Stone at Jimmy Kimmel Live, LA, April 3 2014: black collarless coat, grey dress, Christian Louboutin Viveka Snakeskin Sandals with asymmetrical straps. Photos: Emma Stone; Courtesy of fameflynet.biz.

Why I love the look: Once again, accessories make the outfit.

Shopping Tip: This season, look for pumps, sandals or flats with curved asymmetrical straps like the enviable pair seen on Emma Stone. The strap elegantly swoops across her foot, the floating effect is flattering and oh-so-sexy.

In Chinese：艾玛·斯通 (Emma Stone)的这个舒适又抢眼的造型再次证明了配件提升整体造型的强大魅力。这一季，鞋子有个小小的流行趋势：无论是包鞋还是凉鞋、平底鞋，都有一条从内侧向外延伸的弧形绑带，像艾玛·斯通 (Emma Stone)脚上的这双红底鞋一样，有建筑般的美感，很修饰脚型，又很性感。

How to recreate the look:

1. T by Alexander Wang dress (similar on sale here)
2. L. Erickson sash
3. Classiques Entier topper
4. Christian Louboutin sandals (love the color way and sexy asymmetrical strap! see similar designs below)

Key piece:

Tags basic coat, Emma Stone, Night Out, party outfits, statement shoes, Transitional Dressing

CLOTHING

Spice Up Your Black Ensemble

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date April 4, 2014

How to wear black and white, On Olivia Palermo March 31 2014: Rachel Zoe short sleeve coat, Christian Dior lady dior white purse, Hudson side stripe Jeans, Ralph Lauren Black Long-Sleeved Mesh Top. Photos: Olivia Palermo; Courtesy of splashnewsonline.com.

Why I love the look: It’s a little bit of everything: classic yet trendy, comfy yet polished, chic and sexy, with a hint of sporty and fun.

Shopping Tips:
Look for basic pieces with interesting details: black skinny jeans with side stripes, black top but see-through, classic coat with chic short sleeves…
Speaking of short sleeve coat, it’s perfect for between-seasons, and it’s a wonderful item to play with: you can wear lace, leather, chiffon, or fun prints like leopard, camo and stripes underneath it to create endless combos.

In Chinese: 街拍女王奥利维亚·巴勒莫 (Olivia Palermo)的这个造型简约而不简单，看似平淡的黑白配，却融合了透视、运动、印花等很多流行元素，利落又性感，舒适且潮味十足。

挑选经典单品中带有出挑的细节设计或新一季的元素是打造这种风格的关键。比如这件在她的街拍中出现过很多次的短袖风衣，不仅是换季时的必备，而且通过内搭不同材质，比如蕾丝、雪纺、皮革等，不同图案比如豹纹、迷彩、条纹等等，可以变换出很多新造型。

How to recreate the look:

1. Y-3 jacket (similar here)
2. Sandro pants (similar here & here)
3. Dior sunglasses
4. BLK DNM top (also here)
5. MICHAEL Michael Kors satchel (on Olivia Palermo here)
6. Reed Krakoff loafer (similar here)

Key pieces:

Tags black and white, Casual Attire, floral trend, loafers, Office Outfits, Olivia Palermo, spring/summer, street style

CLOTHING

Lady Goes Sporty

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date April 3, 2014

How to wear sneakers; Miranda Kerr, Casual Attire, Celebrity Airport Style,Models off Duty,spring/summer, sneakers, denim shirt, leather pants Photos: Miranda Kerr; Courtesy of wireimage.com, splashnewsonline.com.

Why I love the looks: Gone are the days when you wore sneakers, you weren’t allowed in clubs and fancy restaurants, now the most stylish women are in sneakers.

Style Tip:
Sneakers can be worn with almost anything this season: from leather pants to cocktail dresses to suits, the key is picking the right pair, high-fashion one it is (hints: check the end of this post).
Unless you wear sneakers for workout, don’t pair them with sporty pieces, opposites are attractive.

In Chinese: 随着运动风的盛行以及舒适理念在时尚圈的流行，过去不登大雅之堂的球鞋现在成了时尚圈的宠儿。从礼服裙到西装到皮裤，球鞋几乎可以和任何造型混搭。当然不是所有的球鞋，是经过“时尚工厂”加工的，这篇博文的最后有我最喜欢的几款。另外如果不是真的去运动，穿球鞋时就不要再搭配运动风格的单品了，出人意料的混搭才精彩。

How to recreate the looks: