Stand Tall With A Strong-Shouldered Jacket
by Alex Gambardella
May 14, 2010 12:40 PM PDT
I know shoulder pads were a trend you'd never thought would come back, let alone stay in the resurrected-fad spotlight for more than one season, but structured shoulders are going strong, featured on everything from minidresses to blouses. My favorite recent take on the emphasized shoulder trend is blazers and jackets. While the warming weather may call for something on the lighter side, these jackets are hot on the trend radar regardless, providing an edgier, more stylish cover-up than your typical cardigan or lightweight shrug. And despite their sharp angles, they're anything but "straight edge!" These bold-shouldered jackets are so fierce, you'll want to rock them all day no matter how hot the weather is! Check out the slideshow for the selection!
Cowl Back Tops Put A New Twist On The Lowcut Neckline!
by Alex Gambardella
Apr 30, 2010 1:04 PM PDT
Talk about bringin' sexy back! Cowl back tops push the limits of how low you can go with your neckline without the danger of looking unsophisticated or the risk of... well, popping out (yikes). While similar to the season's popular cut-out trends, cowl styles have a little softer, effortlessly elegant vibe going on, as if the top just naturally draped on its own to conveniently show off your best new summer asset! They add an extra breezy femininity to your casual summer tanks, and can totally dress up an otherwise boring tee. Of course, there is a catch -- a low-cut back introduces the obstacle of pesky visible bra straps -- but it's easily solved! Look into a convertible bra specifically for backless tops for the illusion that nothing's there at all, or add interest with purposely visible straps for a pop of color... as long as you're able to rock it like you intended for them to show rather than looking like an unfortunate fashion oversight! Browse the slideshow for some summer-approved cowl back tops!
