Month: December 2013

Leather Jacket, Four Ways

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date December 26, 2013

Photos: Miranda Kerr; Courtesy of akmgsi.com, pcnphotos.com.

Like LBDs, every leather jacket has its own character, as well as the right occasion to wear: Fringed version has that toughened up urban bohemian vibe, great for getaways or downtown stroll; Quilted version exudes that classic motorcyble girl’s free spirit, great for everyday wear, especially charming when juxtaposed against exquisite evening dresses; Hooded one is sporty and youthful, great for casual activities or a flight to gym; Sleek one with minimal details is mod and sophisticated, great for working moms as it has the ability to be easily transformed for various occasions.

In Chinese: 像经典的小黑裙一样，每件小皮衣都各有‘性格’，适合不同场合和活动的皮衣在细节上也各有不同：带流苏的皮衣硬朗中有波希米亚的随性感，适合去度假或在周末的跳骚市场淘宝；肩部和袖子上有菱格纹设计，且有拉链、肩章等设计的皮衣保留了原始的机车夹克的酷感，适合日常穿着，和小礼裙或晚礼服等配起来别有一番风味；带帽衫或牛仔拼接的飞行员夹克则活力十足，适合户外活动或健身时保暖；还有一种极简的设计，利落的剪裁和很少的细节点缀有精良的都市风，很适合上班族通勤或周末时穿，尤其适合忙碌的职场妈妈们，通过简单的搭配上的调整（比如换双鞋子或手包等）就能穿着它出入各种场合了。

Jacket: Mackage (also here)
Jeans: FRAME Denim
Shoes: Saint Laurent (on sale here; similar here)
Bag: Givenchy ‘Antigona’ (similar here & here)
Sunglasses: Oliver Peoples (similar here)
Lip: NP Set via Target

1. Nike pro-hyperwarm running tights
2. Chloé studded ankle boots (on sale here! similar here & here)
3. R13 hooded leather jacket (similar here & here)
4. Givenchy ‘Lucrezia’ (similar here)
5. Oliver Peoples aviator sunglasses (similar here)

1. Balenciaga quilted leather biker jacket (similar here & here)
2. Christian Louboutin Iriza pump (similar here)
3. Dagmar wrap-effect maxi dress (another great style here)

Jacket: Saint Laurent (also here; similar here & here)
Sweater: T by Alexander Wang (similar here)
Jeans: FRAME Denim
Bag: Givenchy ‘Antigona’ (similar here & here)
Shoes: Saint Laurent (also available here; similar here & here)
Sunglasses: Oliver Peoples (similar here)
Lip: M.A.C. in ‘Russian Red’

Tags Ankle Boots, black dress, fall/winter, Givenchy Antigona, Givenchy Lucrezia, Leather Jacket, leopard pump, Miranda Kerr, party outfits, Saint Laurent, skinny jeans, street style, workout outfits

CLOTHING

All Black Chic

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date December 24, 2013

Photos: Heidi Klum; Courtesy of akmgsi.com, justjared.com.

Having a 4 month-old son, I barely have time to get dressed. No-brainer black ensemble is my go-to. How to spicy it up, avoid that tired-mommy look? Two words: details and accessories.

As showed on Heidi Klum above, the combination of denim/leather on her pants, the side buttons on her boots, the fur collar on her coat make the outfits anything but boring. Trendy sunglasses, scarlet lips and hot It bags add the right amount of glam.

These outfits are great for any age,especially handy for busy moms. Change the leather pants with straight-leg trousers or a pencil skirt, you can wear these to the office too.

In Chinese: 当了妈妈后，根本没有时间考虑每天穿什么。一身黑最简单，又不怕脏。但是怎么穿出辣妈味呢？

两个关键词：细节和配饰。比如Heidi Klum这两身造型里牛仔拼接的皮裤，侧边有排扣设计的踝靴、白色皮草领的大衣等让原本普通的黑色单品潮味十足。在配饰上，眩光镜片、精致的红唇、或大热的设计师手包等都能瞬间让普通的搭配脱颖而出。

这两个造型不分年龄，而且尤其适合忙碌的妈妈们。把皮裤换成西装裤或铅笔裙，就能穿去办公室了。

Sweater: Nili Lotan (similar here)
Top: Splendid
Jeans: R13 (on sale here! similar here & here )
Bag: Chanel (similar here)
Shoes: Newbark (50% off now! similar here & here)
Sunglasses: Minkpink ($11 here)
Lip: Dior (Limited Edition)

Coat: DKNY (mirrored options here & here)
Top: MICHAEL Michael Kors (love the faux leather panel on the back; also available here)
Bottom: Helmut Lang (great faux leather choices here & here)
Bag: Chanel (similar here)
Shoes: Rag & Bone
Sunglasses: Tom Ford

Tags Ankle Boots, black sweater, Chanel, fall/winter, fur, Heidi Klum, Leather Pants, street style, stylish mom outfits

CLOTHING

Floral Tops, Two Ways

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date December 21, 2013

how to wear floral print, 2013 party outfit ideas, how to style boyfriend jeans, Jessica Alba, Kyleigh Kuhn, fall/winter, street style, party outfit, On Jessica Alba: Minkpink Excessive floral printed Pull Over sweater, knee high boots, leather skirt, sunglasses, green bag; On Kyleigh Kuhn: Alice + Olivia SOLANGE SHORT SLEEVE BOXY TOp, boyfriend jeans, peep toe booties, gold clutch Photo: Jessica Alba & Kyleigh Kuhn; Courtesy of fameflynet.biz; bfanyc.com.

Bold floral pieces have the uplifting power. But how to make these Granny’s favorite modern and chic? Jessica Alba & Kyleigh Kuhn showed us in two different ways:

Jessica Alba went for a more-is-more approach by pairing her floral pull over with a statement necklace and colored handbag. It works because all these bold pieces are close to each other, thus they won’t compete for attention.

Kyleigh Kuhn turned in another direction by offsetting her floral top with slouchy boyfriend jeans and edgy peep toe booties. Her ‘less is more’ aesthetic is reflected through her clean updo, fresh makeup and minimal jewelry.

In Chinese: 花朵图案总能提升我们的情绪，尤其在阴郁的秋冬。但是穿不好，会显得老气。怎样搭配出年轻和潮味呢？看看Jessica Alba 和 Kyleigh Kuhn的这两身造型吧！

Jessica Alba的look体现了今年流行的“多且繁”的搭配潮流，把原本已经够花的上衣配上了大的项链和彩色的手包。成立的关键在于这几样抢眼的单品都集中在一起，避免了“不知道该看哪儿”的视觉上的纷乱感。Kyleigh Kuhn则是一副典型的超模私下的街拍造型：一件抢眼的时尚单品配上衣柜中旧的牛仔裤，清新的妆发和极简的配饰体现了她‘少即多’的时尚态度。