Stripes

Forever Plaid: Wear This Season's Preferred Print

Amber Fijolek on Oct 13, 2009 10:20 AM PDT

It's something we've all got somewhere in our wardrobe -- mainly because plaid could quite possibly be one of the most versatile five letter words in fashion. The thick and thin lines crossing each other in contrasting colors dating back to the first bag-pipers can be dug back out of the closet -- with the right pairings, plaid can say a lot about your style. While some moments of seasons past are too horrible to return to, the look of plaid flannel shirts that dominated the nineties are an acceptable role model for today's trends. With motifs from comfortable to casual, plaid makes looking cute natural and effortless. Add a pair of light-wash jeans, and plaid's preppy; add a bow, and plaid's sweet. Draw attention to yourself with whichever plaid personality you want to flaunt this season and take a peek at the slideshow for ideas!

Tags : trends , stripes , sleeves , print

Forever21 Twist Presents Limited-Edition Cirque 21 Collection

Lisanne Silverman on Jul 27, 2009 12:25 PM PDT

Forever21 clothes are the fashion equivalent of a summer fling. The outcome is always the same: I fall hard for an item and before I know it (approximately two months later), it's gone-- chalk it up to less than satisfactory handiwork or perhaps neglect in the form of not taking it out to the dry cleaners (but why do that when you can Febreeze?). Even so, I find myself clicking over to the Forever21 website to scope out potential future heartbreaks. The latest thing to catch my eye? Forever 21 Twist: Cirque 21, a limited-edition collection of big top-inspired looks that will be available in stores and online starting Wednesday, July 29. Think stripes, poufy dresses, cropped jackets, and lots of tulle. There's no word on future Twist collections, and this one's really just not my type, but one thing's for sure- I know I'll be coming back for more. I just can't help myself.

What do you think of Forever21 Twist? Check out the slideshow to preview the collection, and let us know in comments!

Tags : circus , dresses , fashion , forever 21 , stripes

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week SWIM Runway: Cia Maritima

Alex Gambardella on Jul 24, 2009 8:19 AM PDT

Well, if someone's gotta bring the Latin flavor to the Mercedes Benz SWIM runway, it might as well be Brazilian beachwear designer Cia.Maritima! The show started off relatively slow, giving us a glimpse of some undoubtedly unique watercolor animal prints that put a soft spin on a traditionally wild design. Things slowly began to simmer with the introduction of boldly printed string bikinis and then reached an eventual boiling point with the parade of dare-to-bare cutout bikinis and structured monokinis that left everyone feeling hot, hot, hot! It wasn't all about the skin-baring ensembles though- the designer wowed with an impressive array of sheer and Grecian-inspired caftans and cover ups, and the details weren't to be missed either- the bold cuffs and strappy arm embellishments were just as alluring. Take a look at some of the highlights in the slideshow! Photo Credit: Getty Images

Tags : zebra print , zebra , tie-dyed , tie-dye , 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