Tag: White Shirt

Off Duty Chic: Tough Meets Sexy

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date September 29, 2013

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 booties, this 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。

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)

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)

Tags Ankle Boots, Balenciaga, Balmain, black and white, black blazer, cropped sweater, fall/winter, Isabel Marant, Leather Pants, leather skirt, leopard bag, Rosie Huntington Whiteley, street style, White Shirt

CLOTHING

Vacation Outfit Ideas (Part IV)

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date August 15, 2013

What to Wear on a beach vacation; how to wear print dress or skirt, how to wear white, beach outfit ideas 2013; spring/summer, street style; On Olivia Palermo: white shirt, white mini skirt, gold bracelet, Westward Leaning sunglasses, blue floral print dress, pink ballet flat, straw tote; Photos: Olivia Palermo; Courtesy of starstyle.com, oliviasstyle.blogspot.co.uk.

A look back at all the eight simple yet stylish vacation outfits from Olivia Palermo reminds me again how powerful statement accessories can be:

A bright or animal print ballet flat adds fun and textures to our looks while being so easy to walk in; A delicate satin heel or eye-catching jewelry piece elevates a simple white dress or shirt; A straw tote or exotic tassel necklace makes an urban look laid-back and beach-ready. Best of all? They don’t take up much precious luggage space.

In Chinese: 我们度假系列中这八个简单又让人耳目一新的着装再次提醒了我们配饰的重要性：一双亮色或斑马纹的芭蕾平底鞋既舒适又能增加整体的色彩和趣味；一双精致的高跟鞋或一件抢眼的配饰能让即使最普通的白裙或T恤脱颖而出；一个充满田园气息的编织包或带有异域风情的流苏项链则能瞬间把都市感很强的单品变得休闲起来。最重要的是，它们不会多占用我们行李箱里的宝贵空间。

1. Gryphon Victoria Dress
2. Westward Leaning sunglasses
3. Diane von Furstenberg shirt dress
4. Bop Bijoux smooth link bracelet
5. Sweet Ballerina flat (last seen here)

1. Dorothy Perkins flower print dress (also adore this one!)
2. ModCloth Luck Be a Lady dress
3. Ray-Ban sunglasses
4. Mar Y Sol straw bag (great style here)
5. Sam Edelman ‘Felicia’ Flat (19 color options here!)

Tags ballet flats, Olivia Palermo, print dress, spring/summer, straw bag, street style, vacation outfit ideas, White Shirt, white skirt

CLOTHING

Office Glamour: Black and White

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date August 3, 2013

Photos: Cameron Diaz & Victoria Beckham; Courtesy of eonline.com, gettyimages.com.

What I love most about fashion is that it’s forever evolving, but for this year’s black and white trend, I wish it could stay. It just so classic, versatile and practical. As long as you pick the right shape and accessories, this combo really can take you anywhere.

Here, Cameron Diaz & Victoria Beckham showed us how to take this trend to the office with the right balance of subdued glamorous and fashion-conscious:

Black pumps and bags are work wardrobe staples, this season, change them into white. Team with a knee-length or below the knee dress. A gold belt or watch adds just the right amount of luxe touch.

Victoria Beckham exemplifies the minimalist chicness. Her ‘secret’ lies in the details: from a sexy heel with metallic accent and flirty V-cut topline, a understated luxurious clutch to a deep V-neck shirt and an impeccable tailored jacket tossed over her shoulders.

In Chinese: 虽然不断的更新与变革是时尚永恒不变的主题，但是对于我喜欢的潮流，有时候真希望它能永恒不变，比如今年大热的黑与白。只要找到对的剪裁和配饰，这个经典的色彩组合可以让我们游走于任何场合。

就拿我们呆的时间最长的办公室来说吧，把以往常备的黑色高跟鞋和公文包换成白色，加上一条黑白拼接的及膝或膝下裙（Cameron Diaz所穿的这条现在三折！），既符合潮流又优雅端庄。以极简现代风格著称的Victoria Beckham则在细节上脱颖而出，比如她脚上的这双金属跟的鞋（最喜欢楦头的桃心设计！）和低调优雅的手包，披在肩头的外套，低开领的衬衫以及精致的细腰带等。