Colorblocking With James Long

Colorblocking is a trend that isn't unheard of this season, even in menswear. The designers at J.Crew and Band of Outsiders both implemented this stylistic approach in their collections. But, as everyone knows, fashion is ever-changing and evolving, and it seems that the designers at James Long have taken the idea of colorblocking to a different level. The design team featured three blocks of dark color on several different designs, making them look almost like an avant-garde layer cake.

The trifectas of unorthodox autumn colors were a visual focal point on many of the collection’s designs. Texture was also a prominent aspect of the collection, and different fabrics were blended together to create practical looks that will be more than appropriate for the breezy autumn days to come. In several designs, texture and colorblocking were fused together to create looks that incorporated everything James Long is about.

Bold, daring, or sexy, the adjective is up to you. Just know that James Long had a winner in this collection.

Text Jarrod Wadsworth
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NYFW Kick-Off Highlights

Fall 2012 looks kicked off yesterday with the fabulous BCBG Max Azria collection. The good news is that the color blocking trend we loved so much this year isn’t going anywhere, because yesterday’s runway looks proved that this trend is here to stay throughout the fall. In addition to the bright blocks we’ve been incorporating into our wardrobes this season, BCBG shows off a new way to color block: By replacing bright tones for more neutral, softer colors.

Wispy skirts and structured leather pieces made an appearance, in addition to fuzzy fur accents.

Friday fashion fun fact: For the best coverage during Fashion Week, follow your favorite designers, bloggers, and magazines on Instagram for up-to-the-minute looks and behind-the-scenes coverage. For those of us not able to attend this spectacular week in NYC, it’s the perfect substitute. It really makes you feel like you have a front row seat, and you get to see the looks just seconds off the runway!

Have a stylish weekend.  

Text Sera Michael

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Bright Colors for Winter

Skinny jeans are undeniably the best pants. They are stretchy, comfy, and they complement any pair of shoes. Whether you’re in the mood for heels, flats, or boots, skinny jeans just work with them all. But what’s making us even more excited this week are the amount of colorful skinny jeans popping up everywhere. These pants are just too much fun.

Color blocking becomes an easy trend to wear with a pair of bright and bold skinny jeans. 7 for All Mankind and Joe’s Jeans make a comfy and flattering pair that comes in an assortment of rainbow colors.

Bold and bright is always a good thing, especially with this look, but pastels are also transitioning into the winter palette. Pastels aren’t only for springtime, so try this look with a pair of lavender, light yellow, or soft mint green jeans. Show off your colorful skinnies with a complimentary colored top or a lacey blouse. This look is so versatile for day or night, so go have fun and paint the town with color!

Text Sera Michael

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