10 Summery Spins On The Classic Leather Jacket!
by Alex Gambardella
May 26, 2010 12:57 PM PDT
Ever since I finally scored the perfect leather jacket last fall, I've been wanting to rock it all the time -- rain or shine, hot or cold, fall or winter! However, sweating up a storm in the warmer months ahead is not going to be cute, and I was starting to think I'd be forced to surrender my leather (err, leatherette) until cooler weather rolled around. That is, until I realized just how many summer-friendly possibilities there are in the realm of leather jackets, ready to take the long-standing trend up through the season! Whether cropped, fair-colored, short-sleeved, or even with detachable sleeves, leather jackets are getting more and more versatile for those of us that aren't ready to hang up our favorite outerwear for good! Take a look at the slideshow for my 10 picks.
Summer Style Is A Cinch With These Belted Sundresses!
by Alex Gambardella
May 7, 2010 12:59 PM PDT
Now that the warming weather is allowing for daytime dresses without the additional leg coverage in the form of leggings or tights, the possibilities are opening up for breezier, more summery styles given that you'll no longer freeze your butt off! For the season ahead, the trend I'm really diggin' is belted sundresses. Something about the juxtaposition of the floaty, flouncy nature of your typical sundress paired with the structure of a belted waist is totally appealing, not to mention way flattering and figure-enhancing! Go for a bolder colorblocked look with a dress with a contrasting belt, or be seamlessly cinched with one that has a matching sash. Of course, you could always add your own belt to any ol' sundress, but you gotta love the no-brainer convenience of a cute dress that already comes accessorized! Check out the slideshow for my 10 favorite belted sundresses this season!
