Tag: skinny jeans

Chic Moms on the Go

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date January 3, 2014

Photos: Lily Aldridge & Miranda Kerr; Courtesy of gettyimages.com, akmgsi.com.

Being a mom myself, I found these fashion and beauty essentials really help me getting ready faster:

1. A pair of comfy yet perfect fit skinny jeans in dark wash: Comfy is key for moms; Slim fit can remind me to stay in shape; Dark wash ensures versatility.
2. A structured, tailored blazer or leather jacket. Again, for its versatility.
3. A pair of stylish flats: ankle booties for fall/winter, slippers for spring/summer.
4. A high-quality, convertible roomy satchel with zips (yes, you don’t want your things fall out of bag every time you bend over to tie your child’s shoes).
5. A pair of fabulous oversized sunglasses: it covers puffy and tired eyes while saving a lot of make-up time.
6. Bright lipstick: it instantly brightens up my face. Classic red is great, but I’m very into this orange now.

In Chinese: 当了妈妈后，我发现这几样单品成了我的衣橱必备：

1. 深色的紧身牛仔裤（舒服一定是前提；之所以选择深色是因为无论办公室还是学校或者周末去公园都可以穿；紧身则能时刻提醒自己要注意保持身材。）
2. 剪裁合体的西装外套或皮夹克（还是因为它的百搭，有时候即使穿着T恤和运动裤，只要加件外套，换上高跟鞋，就可以去开家长会或和好友聚餐了）
3. 舒适又时尚的平底鞋：秋冬我会穿长筒靴或踝靴，春夏则穿复古包鞋。
4. 带拉链又有容量的大包，可手提又可肩背。
5. 大墨镜：遮住睡眠不足的黑眼圈，又大大节省了化眼妆的时间。
6. 亮色的唇膏，能瞬间提亮肤色。红色很经典，但这一季我更钟爱这款亮橘色。

Sweater: Topshop
Jeans: Rag & Bone/JEAN
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell
Sunglasses: Elizabeth and James
Makeup: Clé de Peau Beauté Luminizing Face Enhancer

Jacket: Saint Laurent (also here, last seen on her here; similar here)
Dress: Target
Shoes: Saint Laurent (similar here & here)
Bag: Givenchy ‘Antigona’ (similar here & here)
Scarf: Rick Owens (similar here)
Sunglasses: Stella McCartney
Makeup: Dior ‘Couture’ Lip & Nail Palette (Limited Edition)

Tags Ankle Boots, fall/winter, Givenchy Antigona, jumper, Leather Jacket, Lily Aldridge, Maxi Dress, Miranda Kerr, Mom's outfits ideas, skinny jeans, street style

CLOTHING

Oversize Chic: Long Coats and Ankle Boots

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date January 2, 2014

Photos: Amber Heard & Rosie Huntington-Whiteley; Courtesy of rexfeatures.com, akmgsi.com.

Long coat is sophisticated yet very practical for winter. Since the length gives it a dramatic effect, pick neutral tones to avoid being overwhelmed. Also, because it covers pretty much everything we wear underneath, accessories are key to spice the look up, be it a printed scarf, a hot It bag, fabulous shades, or eye-catching shoes.

For petite ladies, I would suggest picking those come with a belt or has slim fit. If wear with pants, roll them up to show some skin. Also, heels can give you extra height while bold scarves and pretty hats helping draw attention up.

In Chinese: 长款大衣保暖又很有范。今天的两个造型教我们怎么搭：首先在颜色上，尽量选择低调的中性色，因为长度本身就已经是很吸引眼球的元素了；其次因为这种大衣基本会盖住我们里面穿的衣服，所以要避免单调，扮靓就要靠配件了，比如抢眼的围巾、大墨镜、设计师手包或一双彩色的羊皮手套；在鞋款的选择上，搭配踝靴会比高筒靴看起来更利落。

娇小的女孩不太适合这种长度的大衣，如果要穿，选择带有腰带或修身收腰的剪裁，搭配短裤或迷你裙，如果要配长裤，可以挽起裤腿，露出纤细的脚踝。配饰的选择上，帽子或彩色的大围巾等都能帮助视线上移，从而拉长身形。

Coat: The Row (also here; similar here; Petite friendly here & here)
Jeans: J Brand (also love this wash)
Shoes: Surface to Air (similar here & here)
Bag: Stella McCartney ‘Beckett’ (great alternative here)
Scarf: Denis Colomb (under $40 here & here)
Makeup: Dior ‘Couture’ Lip & Nail Palette (Limited Edition)

Sunglasses: Prada
Scarf: Saint Laurent (similar here & here)
Coat: Free People
Bag: Burberry (more on sale here; similar here)
Shoes: Brian Atwood (on sale; similar here)

Tags Amber Heard, Ankle Boots, burberry crush, fall/winter, fringe, oversized coat, printed scarf, Rosie Huntington Whiteley, skinny jeans, street style

CLOTHING

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。