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Fall Essentials: Cocoon Coat & Suede Accessories

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date October 2, 2013

Photos: Miranda Kerr & Lily Aldridge; Courtesy of justjared.com.

A nice coat is definitely an investment-worthy piece, especially for fall/winter. Like my mom always told me: as long as you have a fabulous coat, you will look great no matter what you wear under.

This fall, cocoon is still one of the hottest coat shape. This one spotted on two style-conscious supermodels Miranda Kerr & Lily Aldridge instantly caught my eye: The hip grazing length is versatile, can be worn with anything from dress, skirt to leggings and pants; The sophisticated gray color is timeless, let alone the marble-like texture, which we’ve seen a lot on the latest runways; The slightly oversized shape has that popular sporty element, is right-on-trend and very flattering.

外套是最值得投资的基本单品，尤其到了秋冬。小的时候妈妈就常告诉我，一定要买好的外套，无论你里面穿什么，看起来都会很漂亮。

今年秋冬，宽松的可可呢大衣仍是大热的版型，最近在时尚超模Miranda Kerr 和Lily Aldridge身上看到的这件灰白色的外套吸引了我。刚好到臀部的长度非常百搭又修饰身形，从牛仔裤到裙子到内搭裤都可以配; 低调优雅的灰白色即能点亮整身look又不失秋冬的温暖感，织纹又很像明年会流行的大理石的图案；宽松的设计恰到好处，即有男友风外套的帅性感，肩部及领片的设计又展现了女性的柔美。

Jacket: Isabel Marant (love this one!)
Jeans: Frame Denim
Shoes: Balenciaga (great alternative here)
Bag: Audrey Brooke (on Miranda Kerr here; last seen here)
Sunglasses: Stella McCartney

Jacket: Isabel Marant (love this one!)
Jeans: Rag & Bone/JEAN
Shoes: Isabel Marant (also here; last seen here)
Bag: MICHAEL Michael Kors
Sunglasses: Oliver Peoples (my favorite this season! similar here)

Tags ankle booties, ballet flat, Balmain, cocoon coat, crossbody bag, fall/winter, Fashion Week, grey bag, Isabel Marant, Lily Aldridge, Miranda Kerr, skinny jeans, Stella McCartney, street style, wool jacket

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How To Style: Statement Pants

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date September 26, 2013

Photos: Gwen Stefani & Miranda Kerr; Courtesy of vogue.com, justjared.com.

Bold printed pants have been on trend since last year, with new elements added, such as pajama, geometric pattern and sporty trends, these beloved printed pants have been constantly reinvented.

I initially had reservations about this type of pants because they tend to make our legs look wider and shorter, but with more and more options for different prints, cuts and materials, we can totally nail this trend while looking slim and effortlessly chic. Gwen Stefani & Miranda Kerr showed us how:

Choose “smart” prints, like the Peige one on Gwen Stefani, it looks like her legs are the same width as the print, the black side stripes also help to slim her legs; Go for high waisted version, it’s more flattering, especially when you choose loose fit one like the pair on Miranda Kerr; Opt for shoes in the same color family as the pants or a classic pointy-toe pump, both will help elongate legs; Pair them with plain tops, let the pants do the talk.

花朵、几何图案的印花裤从去年开始就很流行了，这几季在加入了新的元素后，这种裤型更受欢迎。我刚开始对印花裤敬而远之，总觉得会显腿粗，但是随着选择越来越多，挑到图案抢眼又时尚，而且修饰身形的印花裤已经不是什么难事了，我们可以从Gwen Stefani 和 Miranda Kerr上面的这两个造型里学到一些挑选和搭配的小技巧：

选择“有心机”的图案，Gwen Stefani身上的这条就很有巧思，视觉上她的腿只有中间内侧的几何图案那么纤细，另外，侧边的两条黑色直条纹也像给腿部打了阴影，更加强了显瘦的效果。高腰款式是拉长腿部线条的不二选择，尤其是穿像Miranda Kerr的这种宽松横条纹裤。在鞋子的选择上，和裤身同色系的鞋或经典的尖头高跟鞋也能使腿看起来更修长。

1. Topshop textured shell (love this silk one)
2. Paige Verdugo printed jeans (also adore this pair)
3. Triwa Henry square sunglasses (also here)
4. Melissa + Jean Paul Gaultier ankle boots
5. M·A·C lipstick
6. DKNY quilted shopper

how to wear printed pants; how to wear silk pants/pajama pants; Gwen Stefani,Miranda Kerr, street style, fall/winter, On Miranda Kerr: MCS Elena bracelet, Alexander Wang sunglasses, Stella McCartney Embellished Cotton Blend Jersey Top, Manolo Blahnik blue bb suede pump, 3.1 Phillip Lim ‘ryder’ Satchel, Ellery Bobcats Classic Cigarette printed pants, Featured: 1. Stella McCartney embellished blouse (on sale! similar here & here) 2. Marc by Marc Jacobs round sunglasses (on Miranda Kerr here) 3. A.L.C. Sutro pant (great buy here!) 4. 3.1 Phillip Lim 'Ryder' satchel (alternative here & here) 5. Manolo Blahnik BB pump (see Palermo style it here; great alternative here) 6. NP Set lip balm

1. Stella McCartney embellished blouse (on sale! similar here & here)
2. Marc by Marc Jacobs round sunglasses (on Miranda Kerr here)
3. A.L.C. Sutro pant (great buy here & here)
4. 3.1 Phillip Lim ‘Ryder’ satchel (alternative here & here)
5. Manolo Blahnik BB pump (see Palermo style it here; great alternative here)
6. NP Set lip balm

Tags 3.1 PHILLIP LIM, ankle booties, black satchel, blue pump, fall/winter, Givenchy, Gwen Stefani, Miranda Kerr, printed pants, street style

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Chic Jacket: Chilly Summer Days Style Rescue (Part II)

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date June 11, 2013

Photos: Olivia Palermo & Miranda Kerr; Courtesy of stylebistro.com, justjared.com.

Last time, we shared two stylish looks of classic trench coat. Today, let’s talk about another transitional piece–the jacket. Compared to omnipresent leather jackets and blazers, tweed or jacquard jacket can add unique textures, details and colors to our outfits. When paired with youthful or edgy pieces, like the printed shorts and leather pants on today’s featured ladies, it will result an attractive and sophisticated juxtaposition.

Miranda Kerr’s look is what we all can recreate and pull off. The breathable woven fabric and soft palette make this affordable ikat jacket delicate, feminine, and season appropriate. It perfectly polished up the casual, edgy chambray shirt, leather pants and ankle booties combo. A great designer bag and distinguish sunnies elevated the whole look.

Jacket: Mango (also here)
Pants: Citizens of Humanity (on Miranda Kerr here; great style here)
Bag: Givenchy ‘Antigona‘ (featured here & here)
Shoes: Steve Madden (similar here; great buy here & here)
Sunglasses: Miu Miu (also here; similar here & here)

Olivia Palermo’s outfit below is more for risk takers. The mix of different prints (stripes, florals and animal print) and styles (sophisticated tweed jacket paired with playful shorts and casual backpack) is busy, so keep them in a relatively simple color scheme, then add neutrals to tone down the loudness.

Jacket: Opening Ceremony (great style here & here)
Top: J.Crew (extra 30% off with code SUMMERTIME)
Shorts: DKNY Jeans ($18 here)
Bag: Anthropologie (featured here)
Shoes: C. Wonder (great style here)
Necklace: Lulu Frost (also adore this one!)