Men and Watches

Now that our world is in a technology frenzy, fashionable and useful watches are often ignored and taken for granted. With a real mix of military and collegiate style a Smart Turnout watch is one of the affordable watches that are often bypassed. While the watch has a sharp looking face, it also has a fun strap that it swappable. Match your watch band with your favorite polo and enjoy the bright colors of the Summer months. Even better, the watch is priced at $199. Now you don’t have to glance at your cellphone in the middle of your meeting or while your out on a date for the time. Watches will never go out of style, it’s the manner in which you accessorize and wear it that matters.

Text Stephanie Buscema
Sources: GQ

It's Getting A Bit Nippley Out: A Racy Summer Trend

70's staples like floppy hats and maxi skirts have certainly defined the look for summer '11, yet there is another trend starting to poke it's racy little head out from women's blouses; going bra less!

In 1977, Woody Allen's Annie Hall was released and viewers everywhere were shocked not only by the iconic androgyny of Keaton's character but by the carefree attitude she possesses by going sans bra. However, her style was immediately adopted by many women and bras were definitely no longer a necessity in fashion during the era. Fast forward to 2011 and more and more ladies are...well...letting the ladies hang free. See the Prada show for inspiration on how to work the trend without offending people. And while this is a trend that is perfect for hot muggy days....it's probably best kept for the women with smaller breasts.

Text Lauryn Stone

Source(s): Style.com, Refinery29.com

Trend Watch: Lose The Skinnies

In a true testament to the cycles of fashion, wide-leg denim is back. Forget your
skintight, butter-your-legs-up-and-use-a-wrench-to-pull-up-the-zipper skinny jeans,
and ease into a pair of 70’s style denim. Brands like True Religion, J Brand, Citizens
of Humanity and the Olsen twin’s off-shoot brand, TEXTILE Elizabeth and James, are
all putting out effortlessly cool looks with a lot of room to breathe. Styles range in a
variety of washes, from light and distressed to stark white and black.

To keep from looking like a Dazed and Confused extra (although with summer beach
weather quickly approaching, that may not be too bad of a thing), keep the rest
of the outfit sleek and fitted. A printed tank top and a straw fedora would be the
perfect Sunday brunch outfit, complete with sky-high wedges to keep your leg-line
looking as long and lean as possible. Or, play into the 70’s hippie child theme with a
chiffon floral top (bonus points if it’s cropped) and bloodshot eyes. Either way, your
ankles will thank you for the breather.

Text Liza Sokol
Source(s): Shopbop.com