Stripes

Look Fashionably Fierce In A Bengal Stripe Shirt

Dino-Ray Ramos on Feb 9, 2009 5:16 AM PST

A Bengal stripe button shirt is a fancy way of saying a "striped shirt." Well €“ not really. A Bengal striped shirt is simple, with evenly spaced stripes and it's sartorially symmetric and dignified. It has remained a classic piece in a gentleman's wardrobe. Some come in classic primary colors, but we are seeing a lot of them in softer shades like pink and purple. The style has even been tinkered with and designers like tie is always a good thing, but you can always do away with the neckwear and go the casual route. For a little more dapper flair, choose a contrasting collar. Whatever you choose, you can never go wrong with a Bengal stripe because we all know that stripes are slimming. Check out these shirts to quench your striped thirst.

Tags : vertical stripes , versace , tie , stripes

Practical And Adorable Fingerless Gloves!

Lisanne Silverman on Dec 23, 2008 3:21 PM PST

Cute and functional aren't found in the same package nearly enough, am I right? All too often it feels like we're forced to choose between the two! That's why I'm so excited that fingerless gloves are finally being considered a style statement beyond that of 'hobo' (not boho, hobo). Mittens and gloves are adorable in their own right, but soon enough we all need use of our fingertips, if only for the purpose of adjusting the volume on our iPods. And who wants to be pulling on gloves and taking them off all the time? Designers from those on Etsy to fashion favorite 3.1 Phillip Lim seem to agree because the knit wonders are popping up everywhere! Check out WhatsWear's review of this trend by clicking here, and click on the slideshow for our favorite fingerless gloves!

Tags : cold weather , gift , gift ideas , gifts , stripes

Stylehiver Spotlight: You Will Not Believe This Woman's ...

Sydel Sakuma on Aug 19, 2008 5:17 PM PDT

Clyde_Blunt seems to be drawn to great modern dress shapes, incredible colors and textures, and I guess fiercely fashionable dresses in general! I can see that her finds could very well be the future inhabitants of my entire Dream Team closet. Although any girl would love to add Proenza Schouler or Gaultier to their wardrobe, it is rare to find all types of fabulous, head-turning dresses at a variety of price ranges. But Clyde_Blunt seems to have all the bases covered, from the needs to wants and must-haves to the I-must-be-dreaming. So visit my SLIDESHOW to see all the to-die-for dresses you maybe can and can€™t afford (but looking is free!). Hey, dreams do come true!

Tags : yoox , vintage , tulle , tie , stripes

Stylehiver Spotlight: Ouimarshmallow Cuts Through The Fluff

Sydel Sakuma on Jul 31, 2008 5:29 PM PDT

Meet Ouimarshmallow. Although she is new in the Hive, she is already a repeat offender! Plaids, floral, geometric, and striped, this girl may have a Jet Puffed name, but her Hive simply has no room for fluff. Houndstooth t-strap pumps from Gaultier and a mint green Missoni knit coat will have you dizzy with excitement, while her patterned dresses will make you feel like you're summering somewhere exotic. Check out a preview of some of the best prints Ouimarshmallow has to offer and where you can get them for yourselves in my slideshow!

Tags : urban outfitters , tote , tooth , tinguian , stripes

Hive 5: Stripes That Won't Make You Scream Yipes!

Lisanne Silverman on Jul 16, 2008 8:19 PM PDT

It's rare indeed, but sometimes a trend has so much staying power that it's really more of a classic than anything else. I'm talking about stripes! Pinstripes, rugby stripes, zebra stripes, fruit stripe gum...okay, maybe that last one was a little random, but you get the idea. Stripes are here to stay, and as far as we're concerned, there's no reason they shouldn't. Channel your inner Parisian city girl with a slouchy striped top and dark wash skinnies, add a little nautical flair with navy and white stripes, or amp up your prep factor in a striped polo- you simply can't go wrong. Check out my slideshow for five favorite no-yipe striped styles!

Tags : urban outfitters , trends , tees , sweaters , stripes

Summer Style: 10 Ways To Rock The Stars & Stripes!

Amelia Parry on Jul 9, 2008 10:15 AM PDT

Still feeling the post-July 4th patriotism? No need to stop wearing those stars and stripes! Now, you have a couple options. You can go all out and wear only an American flag draped around your body, or you can be a little more subtle, and put on something you already own€”or something you needed an excuse to run out and buy today. While you€™re at it, strike up the grill again and grab some sparklers €“ everyday should be Independence Day! Click on my SLIDESHOW for 10 stylish ways to rock those stars and stripes all summer long!

Tags : wear , theme , stripes , stars