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Leather Chic: Trendy Prints & Edgy Accessories

how to wear leather pants/shorts,tartan trend, how to wear camouflage, how to wear plaid/check,  Miranda Kerr, Olivia Palermo, paris fashion week, Chanel fashion show, street sytle, front row,   On Miranda Kerr: Chanel plaid jacket, Chanel sunglasses, Chanel quilted chain bag, Maison Martin Margiela leather shorts, Isabel Marant ‘Tacy’ low boots,   On Olivia Palermo at Elie Saab fashion show: Nina Ricci separate black peplum jacket,Gianvito Rossi Camouflage-print pony hair pumps, Elie Saab grey adn brown marble print top, Chloe chain strap bag, black leather pants, Whistles skinny belt, Photos: Miranda Kerr & Olivia Palermo; Courtesy of justjared.comzimbio.com.

Run out of ideas for styling your black pieces? Miranda Kerr & Olivia Palermo wowed us again by spicing up their basic black pieces with hottest trends & to-die-for accessories. Here is how:

Add one trendy, eye-catching print to break up a dark ensemble. The tartan jacket on Miranda Kerr echoes the punk trend but in a more sophisticated way while the marble printed top on Olivia Palermo introducing the next hottest pattern spotted on the latest runway.

Use accessories to update basic black pieces while giving them different characters: The Isabel Marant booties and classic quilted leather tote add an edgy yet sexy vibe to Miranda Kerr’s outfit; A camouflage tassel pump and studded white bag add unexpected juxtaposition to Olivia Palermo’s city chic look.

Play with textures: mix elegant tweed with tough leather, juxtapose delicate silk against chunky knit or heavy metal. Be creative and have fun!

黑色的单品我们每年秋冬都会穿,这一季怎么穿出新鲜、时尚感又不失我们自己的风格?Miranda Kerr 和Olivia Palermo最近在巴黎时装周期间的这两个糅合了最新潮流趋势的造型能给我们一些灵感:

在基本的黑色look中引入一两个最新的图案打破黑色的沉闷感。Miranda Kerr身上的呢格纹是经典的庞克元素,这一季设计师赋予了庞克风精良的都市感。Olivia Palermo所穿的大理石图案也将是下一季的热捧。

用配饰给经典款的黑色单品加入更多当季的元素,也能方便快速地变换风格。Miranda Kerr所穿的目前最受追捧的来自Isabel Marant的尖头拼接踝靴和香奈儿包呼应了皮裤和丝袜搭配的酷帅和性感;Olivia Palermo的迷彩流苏高跟鞋和铆钉包也使原本优雅的look更具时尚和个性。

混搭不同的材质也能让整身暗色调的搭配更富层次感,比如用优雅的粗呢外套去搭配酷帅的皮裤或二手的破洞牛仔装,用精致的丝缎或蕾丝搭配宽松的针织衫或铆钉装饰的庞克风配件等。

how to wear leather pants/shorts, tartan trend, how to wear camouflage, how to wear plaid/check,  Miranda Kerr, Olivia Palermo, paris fashion week, Chanel fashion show, street sytle, front row,  On Miranda Kerr: Chanel plaid jacket, Chanel sunglasses, Chanel quilted chain bag, Maison Martin Margiela leather shorts, Isabel Marant ‘Tacy’ low boots,   On Olivia Palermo at Elie Saab fashion show: Nina Ricci separate black peplum jacket,Gianvito Rossi Camouflage-print pony hair pumps, Elie Saab grey adn brown marble print top, Chloe chain strap bag, black leather pants, Whistles skinny belt, Featured:  1. Joie Marru Top,  2. Ivanka Trump Oversized Cat-Eye Sunglasses,  3. Kate Spade New York Gold Coast Elizabeth Shoulder Bag,  4. Topshop leather shorts,  5. Target Merona® plaid Blazer,  6. Isabel MarantISABEL MARANT 'Tacy' low boots

1. Joie Marru Top
2. Ivanka Trump cat-eye sunglasses
3. Kate Spade New York Elizabeth bag
4. Topshop leather shorts (also here; great style here)
5. Target Oxford blazer
6. Isabel MarantI ‘Tacy’ boots (similar here; last seen here)

 how to wear leather pants/shorts, how to wear camouflage, how to wear plaid/check,  Miranda Kerr, Olivia Palermo, paris fashion week, Chanel fashion show, street sytle, front row,  On Miranda Kerr: Chanel plaid jacket, Chanel sunglasses, Chanel quilted chain bag, Maison Martin Margiela leather shorts, Isabel Marant ‘Tacy’ low boots,   On Olivia Palermo at Elie Saab fashion show: Nina Ricci separate black peplum jacket,Gianvito Rossi Camouflage-print pony hair pumps, Elie Saab grey adn brown marble print top, Chloe chain strap bag, black leather pants, Whistles skinny belt,  Featured:  1. Nina Ricci separate black peplum jacket,  2. Current/ElliottThe Letterman lace-print jersey top,  3. Chloe White Tricolor Leather Elsie Shoulder Bag, 4. J BrandSuper Skinny Leather Pants,  5. Gianvito Rossi Camouflage-print pony hair pumps,  6. Timex® 'Easy Reader' Leather Strap Watch,

1. Nina Ricci peplum jacket (similar here & here)
2. Current/ElliottThe lace-print top (on sale)
3. Chloe Elsie shoulder bag (another timeless style here)
4. J Brand skinny leather pants (similar here & here)
5. Gianvito Rossi camouflage-print pumps (also here; great style here & here)
6. Timex ‘Easy Reader’ watch (in black here)

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Off Duty Chic: Tough Meets Sexy

how to wear leather pants or skirts, how to wear black, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, street style, balmain black blazer, white tee, black leather pants, Isabel Marant booties, jbrand black crop sweater, black leather mini skirt, GIORGIO ARMANI leopard bag,  On Rosie Huntington-Whiteley:Balmain Jacquard Double-Breasted Blazer,ANINE BING Leather Skinny Pant,Isabel Marant ‘Tacy’ low boots,Isabel Marant Étoile ‘Tee Almon’ T-shirt,Balenciaga Voyage 24H;  On Rosie Huntington-Whiteley: Isabel Marant TACY SUEDE AND CALF HAIR ANKLE BOOTS,J Brand Ready to Wear Griffith Cropped Knit Sweater,Oliver Peoples ‘Haley’ sunglasses,GIORGIO ARMANI stained leopard print handbag,Loewe x Junya Watanabe leather skirt,Photos: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley; Courtesy of justjared.com.

When investing in wardrobe staples, I always look for details: buttons on jackets, zippers on pants, buckles on shoes, pockets on plain tees, sleeve length of a sweater… those are what make all the difference. As you can see from today’s featured looks above of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley: the pieces and colors on her are very simple, it’s the details and accessories make her outfits chic and fashionable.

Black blazer is definitely a must-have for everyone. This season, go for double-breasted version, extra bonus for those with exaggerated shoulders and nipped-in waist. As for the jumper? Cropped length is the way to go, as seen on SS2014 runways, this trend won’t go anywhere soon.

Isabel Marant is the “Chanel” for me. I’m obsessed with everything she designed, besides the beloved Caleen bootiesthis pair on Rosie Huntington-Whiteley is edgy, sexy yet practical with the leather straps, pointy toe and easy walk heels. Combined with an It bag and fabulous sunglasses, these outfits can take you from the office to dinner.

在投资衣橱必备的基本单品时,我总是会找那些有细节设计的:外套上的纽扣,裤子上的拉链,鞋子上的搭环,T恤上的小口袋或毛衣袖子的长度等等都会在搭配时让整体更出彩。就像我们在Rosie Huntington-Whiteley的这两个造型中所看到的:她所选的单品和颜色都非常简单,但正是小细节及她所用的配饰使整个look简约而不简单,低调又彰显时尚品味。

黑色的西装外套是必备单品,这一季要投资的话,选择双排扣,有点垫肩而且略收腰的款式。至于秋冬我们都会屯的毛衣,短款是大热的版型,从刚结束的2014春夏时装周看来,这种潮流明年还会持续。

至于鞋款,每一双来自Isabel Marant的设计我都非常喜欢,除了极受追捧的Caleen铆钉踝靴外,Rosie Huntington-Whiteley所穿的这双也很值得投资,与Caleen的休闲感不同,尖头的设计,不同皮革的拼接和抢眼的搭环让这双踝靴个性中又不失女人味。配上经典的设计师包款,这些Look对于约会、出行、和朋友的聚餐以及不要求正式着装的办公室场合等都非常适合。

The art of accessorizing-Rosie Huntington,street style, balmain black blazer, leather pants, Isabel Marant booties,Balenciaga

1. Balmain double-breasted blazer (similar here & here)
2. T by Alexander Wang classic T shirt (similar here)
3. Isabel Marant Tacy pony booties (also here; similar here)
4. Anine Bing stretch leather skinny pants (also here; similar here)
5. Westward Leaning sunglasses
6. Balenciaga Voyage 24H (similar here)

The art of accessorizing-Rosie Huntington,street style, Isabel Marant booties, jbrand crop sweater, leather skirt, GIORGIO ARMANI leopard bag

1. J Brand Ready to Wear cropped sweater (also here; similar here)
2. Topshop quilted skirt  (or this one)
3. Giorgio Armani leopard print handbag (great style on sale here!)
4. Fashion Fair Supreme Lipstick in color ‘Champagne Toast’
5. Oliver Peoples ‘Haley’ sunglasses (similar here)
6. Isabel Marant Tacy pony booties (also here; similar here)

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Monochrome Chic: Dress Up You Striped Shirts

how to wear a striped sweater/top,how to dress up a casual shirt/sweater;Michele Hicks, Jenna Lyons,  Jen Brill,Jennifer Meyer,party outfits,casual attire.  On Michele Hicks:striped sweater/shirt, black leather pants, Marc JacobsGlossed-leather Mary Jane pumps;  On Jenna Lyons: Vince 'Linked' Stripe Cashmere Sweater, vest;  On Jennifer Meyer: blue and white striped tee,yellow denim skirt, navy leather crossbody bag, statement necklace, drop earrings,  On  Jen Brill: long sleeve striped shirtPhotos: (clockwise from top left) Michele Hicks, Jenna Lyons, Jen Brill & Jennifer Meyer; Courtesy of vogue.com.

Striped shirt is widely loved for its classic yet modern vibe and built-in Parisian chicness. It’s easy to dress down for lounging by the pool or roaming around. Here, I want to share with you four ways to dress it up for parties and events.

Basic versions like the blue and white one seen on Jennifer Meyer are more vacation-related, thus require a little more thoughts to be polished up. Take a hint from the beloved jewelry designer, choose a well fitting version, tuck it into a bright skirt, which also adds a pop of color, then elevate the look with accessories: lace up heels, structured leather bag, and loads of jewelry.

Updated versions with unique details, like the ones spotted on Michele Hicks and Jenna Lyons, can be a centerpiece themselves, so stay with a monochrome color palette to maximize the impact. Also choose pieces that are sharply tailored for cool sophistication, be it a vest, leather pants or glossed leather pointy-toe pumps.

how to wear a striped sweater/top,how to dress up a casual shirt/sweater;Michele Hicks, Jenna Lyons,  Jen Brill,Jennifer Meyer,party outfits,casual attire. On Jennifer Meyer: blue and white striped tee,yellow denim skirt, navy leather crossbody bag, statement necklace, drop earrings, Alternatives: SAINT JAMES® FOR J.CREW striped SHRUNKEN TEE,  Gap Twill Mini yellow denim skirt,  Nadri Crystal gold Bangle set,  Vince Camuto colorblock 'Julia' Crossbody Bag,

1. Saint James for J. Crew shrunken Tee
2. Gap twill skirt
3. Nadri crystal bangle
4. Vince Camuto crossbody bag

how to wear a striped sweater/top,how to dress up a casual shirt/sweater;Michele Hicks, Jenna Lyons,  Jen Brill,Jennifer Meyer,party outfits,casual attire. On  Jen Brill: long sleeve striped shirt Alternatives:  French ConnectionTruro Stripe Top,  Velvet Lily Aldridge for Velvet Pearl Top,  Bobeau Stripe Roll Sleeve Top,

1. French Connection Truro stripe top
2. Lily Aldridge for Velvet pearl top
3. Bobeau stripe roll sleeve top

how to wear a striped sweater/top,how to dress up a casual shirt/sweater;Michele Hicks, Jenna Lyons,  Jen Brill,Jennifer Meyer,party outfits,casual attire.  On Jenna Lyons: Vince 'Linked' Stripe Cashmere Sweater, vest;  Alternatives:  J.crew Engineered striped cotton-jersey top ,  Ann Taylor Striped Double Scoop Neck Cotton Tee,

1. Vince ‘Linked’ stripe cashmere sweater (similar 60% off here)
2. J.Crew engineered striped top (on sale here!)
3. Ann Taylor striped scoop neck tee 

how to wear a striped sweater/top,how to dress up a casual shirt/sweater;Michele Hicks, Jenna Lyons,  Jen Brill,Jennifer Meyer,party outfits,casual attire.  On Michele Hicks:striped sweater/shirt, black leather pants, Marc JacobsGlossed-leather Mary Jane pumps;   Alternatives:  MICHAEL MICHAEL KORS Striped ribbed knitted top,  Antipodium Syntax T-Shirt in Patchwork Stripe,  INTERMIX Shae EXCLUSIVE Split Stripe Sweater,

1. MICHAEL Michael Kors striped ribbed knitted top (similar here & here)
2. Antipodium Syntax T-shirt
3. Shae split stripe sweater
4. Marc Jacobs glossed-leather Mary Jane pumps