Tag: Isabel Marant

Casual Chic: Printed dress & Comfy Shoes

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date July 4, 2013

Photos: Miranda Kerr; Courtesy of fameflynet.com, au.lifestyle.yahoo.com.

With the holiday and weekend coming around, I picked two casual yet sweet looks of Miranda Kerr that are great for many occasions: brunch, shopping, barbecue, picnic, concert, weekend getaway… you name it.

First look below incorporated one of our favorite summer piece: maxi dress. The sexy thigh split of this shirt dress gets balanced by a conservative neckline and sweet color. Star shaped sunglasses add a whimsical and fun touch while a trimmed fedora and suede Duffle tote add urban chicness to the otherwise bohemian country look. This look is great for any age.

1. J.Crew hat (featured here)
2. Balmain duffle bag (she also carried it here & here; similar here)
3. J.Crew bangle set
4. Anthropologie high-low dress
5. French Connection silk maxi dress (72% off now! also here)
6. Mod Cloth guava dress
7. Miu Miu star sunglasses (also here; similar here)
8. Cole Haan sandal (great style here)

Second look below is my favorite. The subtle cutout design, studded leather boots and chic yet functional It bag elevate a sweet daisy print sundress, make it cool and edgy. Remember that your hair and makeup are definitely a crucial part of the whole look. Here, to highlight the cheerful print and enhance the overall sweet yet cool girl vibe, Miranda Kerr went for a bare face, nude lip and sleek updo.

1. Kenzo daisy print dress (similar here & here)
2. Cheap Monday point sunglasses
3. ASOS midi sundress (high-low version here)
4. Nadri crystal bangle
5. J.Crew gold bangle set
6. Isabel Marant studded boot (see it on Miranda Kerr here & here)
7. Givenchy ‘Antigona’ (more options here & here)

Tags Givenchy, grey bag, hexagonal frame sunglasses, Isabel Marant, Maxi Dress, Miranda Kerr, Miu Miu, printed dress, spring/summer, strappy sandal, street style, studded boots, white hat

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Denim Jacket: Chilly Summer Days Style Rescue (Part IV)

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date June 13, 2013

Photos: Jessica Alba & Miranda Kerr; Courtesy of vogue.com, pacificcoastnews.com.

Photos: Emmy Rossum & January Jones; Courtesy of vogue.co.uk, justjared.com.

As you can see from the four looks above, today our featured item is the classic denim jacket, in particular the cropped, medium to dark wash version. This shade goes with everything and is great for year-round wear. The cropped length is versatile and leg-elongating!

During spring/summer, I especially love paring it with soft, delicate feminine pieces, like floral or lace sundresses on the ladies above. With comfortable walking booties or sneakers, the finishing outfit can take you from street to beach. With sexy stilettos and scarlet lips, January Jones even worn it to the red carpet!

This summer, wherever you go, pack your favorite denim jacket with you!

Jacket: J Brand (great alternative here & here)
Dress: ModCloth (or this one)
Shoes: Isabel Marant (on sale here! great alternative here & here)
Bag: Givenchy (on Jessica Alba here)
Sunglasses: ASOS (designer choice here)

Jacket: J Brand (great alternative here; on Miranda Kerr here)
Dress: ModCloth (or this one)
Shoes: Isabel Marant (on sale here! great alternative here & here)
Bag: Saint Laurent (on Miranda Kerr here; great alternative here)
Sunglasses: Urban Outfitter ($16! designer choice here)
Watch: Timex

Jacket: Madewell (on sale here)
Dress: Topshop (on Emmy Rossum on sale here!)
Shoes: Gap (on Emmy Rossum here; great buy here)
Bag: Coach (featured here; lusting over this one!)
Scarf: Nordstrom (linen blend here)

Jacket: Madewell (on sale here)
Top: ModCloth
Pants: Citizens of Humanity (on January Jones here; see Miranda Kerr worn it here)
Shoes: Gianvito Rossi (similar here)
Lip: YSL ‘#17 Red Muse’

Tags Ankle Boots, denim jacket, Emmy Rossum, floral printed dress, Givenchy, Isabel Marant, January Jones, Jessica Alba, lace dress, Leather Pants, Miranda Kerr, peep toe boots, red carpet look, sneaker, spring/summer, street style

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Orange or Red: Go Everywhere Summer Looks

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date June 7, 2013

Photos: Reese Witherspoon & Stacy Keibler; Courtesy of fabsugar.com

Is there any outfit that multitasks? Not only can we wear it to the countless parties and celebrations, but can toss it in for getaways, running errands or just an afternoon stroll. Today’s featured ladies applied one that can do just that:

A bright colored sundress with a waist-cinching belt (this season, the back-on-trend romper will do the same!), a pair of embellished sandals that are equal parts comfortable and chic, and a well made, can-polish-up-any-outfit leather tote!

Eye-catching orange and red are two great choices that flatter all skin tones. When choosing accessories, those with gold accents will bring out the warmth in the color orange, whereas black ones can tone down the richness of the red, resulting a classic, never go out of style combination.

Dress: Splendid (similar here; on Reese Witherspoon here)
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell (great style here & here)
Bag: Prada (great alternative here & here; on Reese Witherspoon here)
Sunglasses: Tom Ford
Earrings: Gorjana
Belt: LAUREN Ralph Lauren

Like the ubiquity of the Isabel Marant ankle booties, this Charlotte strassed and studded sandals are the hottest footwear choice among celebrities and trendsetters now. The perfect heel and outstanding embellishment make it surprisingly versatile too. It can add unexpected edgy twist to your dressed-up looks and lend a hint of lux and boho vibe to your dressed-down outfits.

Rompers are seen everywhere now. I think the key to make them stylish is trying to avoid the childish connotations: choose fitted cut with cool details or feminine elements, add serious accessories, either a sexy or edgy shoe, a fine unique jewelry piece or a great handbag.