Tag: fall/winter

Boyfriend Jeans: Chic Mom on the Go

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date September 22, 2013

Photos: Miranda Kerr & Reese Witherspoon; Courtesy of buzzfoto.com, usmagazine.com.

Skinny jeans used to be my grab-and-go piece. After being a mom, I found myself constantly gravitate towards boyfriend jeans: They are comfortable for me to move around or play with babies; The loose fit can hide those extra pounds I gained during pregnancy; The relaxed vibe can tone down any dressy top I’m having on: from structured blazers to silk blouses.

The key to wear boyfriend or distressed denim without looking sloppy is adding feminine touches, like the trendy, sexy leopard loafer and signature red lips on Miranda Kerr, or the glamorous red accents and statement jewelry on Reese Witherspoon.

我以前都只穿紧腿九分裤，当了妈妈后却偏爱起了男友风牛仔裤：宽松的设计便于我来回活动或陪小孩玩，不那么紧身也可以藏些怀孕时屯起来的肉肉，而且搭配起正式的西装外套、丝质上衣或针织衫时也显得更轻松自然，不刻意。

这种裤型唯一的缺点是容易看起来邋遢或显腿粗，所以我常会把裤管随意往上挽几圈，露出脚踝，搭配上抢眼的鞋款，并加入其它女性化的元素，比如上图中所看到的Miranda Kerr的经典红唇和大热的豹纹复古包头鞋以及Reese Witherspoon性感的红色麂皮尖头鞋，红色的窄腰带以及长吊坠项链。

1. Gap 1969 western shirt (great style here)
2. Ray-Ban original aviator sunglasses (on Miranda Kerr here)
3. Napoleon Perdis lipstick in ‘Aphrodite’
4. NP Set lip balm
5. Frame Denim distressed boyfriend (also here & here)
6. Steve Madden shoe
7. Givenchy Antigona satchel (last seen here; similar here)

1. By Malene Birger stripe jacket (also available here & here)
2. CC Skyer pendant necklace
3. Citizens of Humanity Dylan boyfriend jeans (on Witherspoon here)
4. By Malene Birger suede shoes (great buy here & here)
5. T by Alexander Wang classic T shirt
6. Danzo Baby weekender diaper bag
7. Tom Ford Campbell sunglasses (similar here)

Tags boyfriend jeans, denim shirt, diaper bag, distressed jeans, fall/winter, Givenchy Antigona, loafer, Miranda Kerr, red shoes, Reese Witherspoon, street style, striped blazer

CLOTHING

Mix Trends with Classics: Phillip Lim for Target

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date September 18, 2013

Photos: Jessica Alba & Solange Knowles; Courtesy of vogue.com, stylebistro.com.

3.1 Phillip Lim for Target is my favorite target collaboration so far. The pieces are classic & contemporary, yet with a bold, edgy or fun twist, perfectly meet a modern woman’s need. Today’s featured looks above are great example of how versatile Phillip Lim’s designs is.

Tuxedos are must have for a modern working woman, not only because they can take you from office to cocktail party (a quick change can be as simple as taking off the button-down shirt you wear for the office and button up the jacket to show a hint of cleavage), but also because the separates can be mixed with many other pieces in your closet, be it a fun, whimsical sweatshirt or a bold flirty animal print mini skirt, a futuristic clear stiletto or a studded clutch, let the unexpected juxtaposition show off your taste and unknown side.

3.1 Phillip Lim和Target合作的这个系列是我今年最喜欢的。一如Phillip Lim一贯的设计风格，这些单品经典中有现代感，又不乏有趣或大胆的色彩和细节，完美契合了现代女性工作、娱乐和社交的需求，价格更是亲民。我最喜欢的一点是，他所设计的单品可以随意混搭，从而最大化使用率。

拿这套藏蓝色的西服套装为例，整套搭配起来既可以穿去办公室又可以参加派对：只需要脱掉你穿去办公室的白衬衫，把西装外套当作上衣来穿，酷帅中带点性感的装扮能让你在一片俗套的抹胸裙中脱颖而出。

把外套和裤装分开来，搭配你衣橱中已有的单品，变化就更多了。无论是搭配一件趣味十足的涂鸦T恤、狂野的动物纹短裙还是未来感十足的透明塑胶或金属配饰，发挥创意展现你的时尚品味和不为人知的另一面吧。

1. 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target sweatshirt
2. 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target tuxedo pant
3. Michele Deco two tone watch (great alternative here & here)
4. Manolo Blahnik ‘BB’ pump (on Jessica Alba here; similar here)
5. 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target crossbody bag

1. 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target tuxedo jacket
2. 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target skirt
3. Tom Ford lip color in ‘Wild Ginger’
4. Givenchy gradient cone heel (on sale, also here; similar here)
5. Natasha Couture studded clutch (love this one!)

Tags 3.1 PHILLIP LIM, clear shoes, fall/winter, Jessica Alba, party outfit, printed skirt, red shoes, Solange Knowles, studded bag, sweatshirt, Target, tuxedo jacket, Tuxedo pants

CLOTHING

Military Chic: Khaki Jacket & Colored Jeans

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date September 17, 2013

how to wear a military jacket/biker jacket, how to wear color skinny jeans/printed pants, olivia palermo, street style, fall/winter, On Olivia Palermo: khaki jacket, yellow skinny jeans, Stubbs Wootton yellow suede loafer, Berry Brown colorblock tote; On Olivia Palermo: khaki biker jacket, blue polka dot jeans, blue suede pump, navy t shirt, Chloe Alice Springs colorblock Handbag, Photos: Olivia Palermo; Courtesy of startraksphoto.com.

Along with denim & leather jacket, military inspired outerwear has become a fashion staple we rely on year round: pair a classic trench coat with straight leg pants and structured tote for a sleek, sophisticated office look; team a safari jacket with a flowy maxi dress for a romantic yet edgy look.

Or like Olivia Palermo did here: offset a bright yellow skinny jeans and loafer combo with a stone coat; balance flirty polka dot skinny jeans and sexy pointy-toe pump with a cool khaki biker jacket.

Another great tip we can learn from her here: Match your shoes to your pants to create a long, slim line.

军装风格的外套已经和牛仔外套、机车皮衣一起成为了我们衣橱里必不可少的时尚单品。经典的卡其风衣搭配上A字裙或直桶西装裤，既适合办公室穿着又可以出席派对。军绿色的休闲外套搭配上皮短裤或飘逸的长裙就是周末休闲的出彩装扮了。

或者像Olivia Palermo这里示范的一样：用中性色又酷帅的外套平衡高彩度或印花裤装。使鞋子和裤子的颜色保持一致可以拉长腿部线条，使下半身看起来笔直又修长。