Show Some Shoulder With Asymmetrical Ruffles!
by Alex Gambardella
Mar 30, 2010 9:43 AM PDT
I have to say, ever since the asymmetrical trend once again reemerged last year, I keep thinking that it's only a matter of time before fashionistas change their minds and send it back to the reject pile of failed re-tried fads. But so far the whole one-shoulder look has only seemed to grow in popularity with the passing seasons... and now to keep things fresh, the trend is getting fancified with ruffles. Yup, one-shoulder ruffles. Sounds like a weird combination, but I gotta admit, the result is totally hot for spring and summer! After all, let's face it --as much as I was a skeptic, it's pretty genius because it combines three of the hottest trends: ruffles, asymmetry, and exaggerated shoulders. Put a trendy spin on your basic LBD with this silk version by Susana Monaco, or keep things fun and flirty for day with a one-shoulder ruffled romper! If you're game to try out this trend-on-trend-on-trend combo look, check out the slideshow for my favorite one-shoulder ruffled pieces!
Video Style Steal: Rihanna Busts Out Some Jamaican Flavor & Bold Prints For "Rude Boy"
by Alex Gambardella
Mar 4, 2010 12:42 PM PST
Rihanna isn't a newcomer when it comes to pushing the envelope on the fashion scene, but while she has undoubtedly become a style icon over the years, she's also pretty much the only person who could plausibly pull off those crazy outfits. I mean, she's nearly always fierce, especially in her videos, but imagine what would happen if you tried matching her piece for piece -- from the cockatoo-inspired bouffant of her current 'do all the way down to her platforms that are always about 1/4-inch away from screaming "lady of the night." If what you're picturing looks ridiculously cool, then by all means, work it! However, when looking for inspiration from her latest video for "Rude Boy," I'll opt to tone it down just a smidge, with peep-toe lace-ups in place of those OTK Louboutin combat boots and a tiered ruffle dress instead of hers made from recycled vinyl records! Watch the video to see her wild island-inspired costumes, then check out the slideshow for some pieces that are appropriately Rihanna-esque!
