Looks by Larissa: Copper Suede

On Thursday afternoon, in between classes, my friend Emilie and I decided we were craving pastries from the local Pearl Bakery in downtown Portland. As we waited in line, musing over what we wanted -- everything looked so beautifully delicious -- I settled on a “bressane” and Emilie picked out yummy macaroons.

On this gray February day, I wore one of my favorite items.While perusing the great Portland vintage shops recently,  I picked up a soft-as-butter suede red-brown jacket. After buying this jacket, I keep finding myself pairing it with different pieces. The deep color contrasts perfectly with my peasant blouse, which has great lace detail, lending an almost Renaissance quality to it. I paired it with my dark navy "Silence and Noise" skinny jeans purchased at Urban Outfitters. Flattering dark wash jeans  make almost any outfit! Finally, I am wearing MIA suede boots that are comfy, while also being very chic.

Check out a close-up shot after the jump...

Fall Trend: Delicate Lace

 

From demure to sexy, the latest captivating fashion trend is lace. The once-sultry fabric has taken on a whole new feel — from shoes to shirts to dresses. Lace has hit the runways of Dolce & Gabbana, Jason Wu, and more, as designers fall for its sheer elegance. 


One delicate and romantic take on the style is a short, sweet, and simple cocktail dress. To sport a more dramatic ensemble, select a full skirt or floor-length lace dress. A covered-up neckline and a nude or black slip layered underneath maintains flirty yet sophisticated elements, without revealing too much.

The key to pulling off this peek-a-boo style is to adorn yourself with just a touch of lace. A lacy pair of tights adds instant éclat to an LBD or a lace clutch with jeans, while a pair of lace pumps adds polish to any modest outfit, like a white T-shirt and loose-fitting boyfriend jeans.

Mixing the super-feminine fabric with menswear is the perfect transition from summer to fall. A lace skirt with a tailored blazer, or a lacy cami over a knit sweater, are flirty takes on this bold pattern. 

Text Tiffany Frasier
Images courtesy of Lanvin, Jason Wu, Dolce & Gabbana, Elle Tahari, and DKNY