Crystal Clear Bags

The future is crystal clear, and the forecast is calling for transparent totes, purses, and carryalls in tones ranging from white to neon.

Louis Vuitton could not help but dress models in sweet eyelet frocks paired with a variety of clear bags and clutches stamped with the brand's signature logo. Vuitton, however, is not the only design brand behind this trend. BCBG offers petit plastic totes, as well. Consider it a warning that plastic does not guarantee privacy, so accessorize at your own risk.

Text Katelyn Chef 
Source and Image Style.com

BCBG Fall '12 Keeps Warm Trends Relevent

New York Fashion Week has begun and Fall 2012 fashions are coming. BCBG started things off on Thursday with a collection of color blocking, flowing sheer fabrics, and fur reminiscent of warmer seasons.

The mind behind the runway event, Max Azria, told Yahoo News that he and his wife, Lubov, were using the textures and palette “to add character.” The pair was also aiming for “an artful proposition” with fourties flair.

Instead of the red that dominated the fashion scene in the fall of 2011, these colors were brighter and bolder. The collection featured classic blacks, corals, purples, teals, and muted yellows.

As for beauty, BCBG kept it simple. They went for soft, dewy skin with minimal makeup. The smudge of eyeliner and brown and gray shadow with a dash of lip balm was vastly different from the spring trend of dark eyes and lips. The models’ hair was parted to the side and styled in sleek, low pony tails.

Text Ashley Amidon 
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New York Fashion Week Schedule

New York Fashion week is almost here! With so many great designers and shows, it is hard to keep it all straight as to when each designer is showing. There are also some great and exciting new designers to be on the lookout for! This year's Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week begins on February 9 and ends on February16.

The week starts off with a show by BCBG MaxAzria. On February 10, Nicole Miller and the Academy of Art University will be showing their collections. February 11 will have collections by L.A.M.B, Jill Stuart , and Lacoste. On February 15, Whitney Port will show her first collection at fashion week, Whitney Eve. The week will end with collections by fashion staples Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren.

This fashion week promises to be a good one, with plenty of new talent and so many new trends in the making!

Text Caitlin Beck
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Showing A Little Bit More

The trend of sheer may not be for everyone, but for the select people that can pull it off, it is a trend that will hit its peak this spring. For the ones that are skeptical of this trend, it can be adapted to suit any style.

There are several aspects to this look. First, the length plays an important role. The length of the skirt should be basically to the floor. The fact that the skirt is sheer makes the legs completely visible, adding length to the silhouette no matter how long the skirt is. The second factor is the slip. It can really be made to cover whatever you would like to cover. It can cover just your abdomen or it can go down even lower. Third is the amount of sheer on top if you choose a dress. This is a good place to start for someone weary of the trend. By having the top a little sheer, you are showing skin while still retaining a sense of modesty. Lastly the most important element is the details. Some dresses feature everything from beading, to fringe, to lace like this BCBG dress. No matter the details, make sure there is something to draw attention to the fabric, just make sure it is the right attention.

Text Dalton Brasington
Source(s): BCBG