Tag: Yves Saint Laurent

Luxurious Meets Practical: Louis Vuitton Burgundy Sofia Coppola SC Bag

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date April 16, 2012

The first time I got my passport, the first question raised on my mind was:” why the cover is burgundy?” But after a second look, I thought:” why not burgundy?

Burgundy is so universally flattering, versatile yet stylish. It’s serious but still has a lively vibe. It’s classical and modern at the same time.

It’s a perfect color for fall and winter, but when paired with light and fresh tones like pink or ivory, it will make your look sophisticated in spring and summer, especially when it is used in bags, like this LV Sofia Coppola SC Miranda Kerr carries:

The-art-of-accessorizing-from-helenhou.com-Miranda-Kerr-for-the-Miu-Miu-runway-show1.jpg — Miranda Kerr in Paris (picture from Fabsugar)

Tags Alexa Chung, Bayswater, Burgundy bag, Cabas Muse Two, Hermes berkin, Louis Vuitton, Miranda Kerr, Mulberry, PROENZA SCHOULER, PS1 suede satchel, Rachel Zoe, satchel shiny alligator bag, Sofia Coppola, Sofia Coppola SC Bag, Victoria Beckham, Warehouse, Yves Saint Laurent

CLOTHING

Magic Fashion Essential: Leopard Scarf

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date April 9, 2012

Leopard is such a special and magic print. It’s powerful enough to transform a plain outfit into a chic one or … a vulgar one.

Leopard can be such a beloved print, I think Christian Dior who first used it as a print and not fur in its 1947 spring-summer collection should at the top of my list I’m thankful for. Others in the list include Yves Saint Laurent who developed the print and Dolce & Gabbana who even used leopard as a signature feature.

Thanks to all the talented designers, leopard can be today’s leopard, not the name of a fur, even not just the name of a print, it becomes a symbol of sophistication and elegance.

To me, the best way to rock this print is with accessories of course. You know I’m a big believer in accessorizing. A leopard scarf, my featured item today, or a pair of leopard pumps, which I will definitely discuss soon, will effortlessly add chicness to any outfit without be whelming. Let’s see how this star rocked her leopard scarf (picture from Instyle):

The Art of Accessorizing-HelenHou.com-Rosie Huntington Whiteley in LA — Rosie Huntington Whiteley in LA

Tags Alexander McQueen, Bebe, cashmere silk blend, Christian Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Franca Sozzani, Leopard Scarf, Louis Vuitton, Net-A-Porter, Rosie Huntington Whiteley, Vogue, wendysloolbook, Yves Saint Laurent

CLOTHING

When rock meets romance: Valentino T-strap studded pumps

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date April 4, 2012

Back in 2010, when Kate Moss rocked her black simple yet sexy black pointed toe shoes with everything, this 90’s trend gets stronger and stronger. We can see a lot on 2012 spring/ summer runway.

While others are enthralled by this trend, I still stand away from it for the harshness and mature look until I saw these babies: the Valentino T-strap studded pumps. It has been two years but I couldn’t stop loving them.