Paris Street Style

Paris is undoubtedly one of the best places for fashion in the world. During Paris Fashion Week, the runways are filled with the hottest couture trends, and the audience sparkles with the high amounts of star power. There’s probably no better place for a fashion lover than Paris in late January.

But the runway isn’t the only place to spot some of the hottest looks: The streets are filled with the best of the best when it comes to street style. This past week, we spotted almost as many fabulous looks off the runway as we did on it. The streets if Paris were overflowing with the most outrageously wonderful fashion for the 2012 haute couture show.

One favorite look, sported by Rachel Zoe, was this sophisticated chic ensemble. One can never go wrong with the skirt and blazer combo, and Zoe knows exactly how to play it up with dramatic ruffles, a playful blouse, and, of course, amazing pumps. Zoe added sophistication to her ultra-short ruffle skirt by pairing it with black tights.

This look is perfect for a day at work, lunch at Bergdorf Goodman, or, in her case, alongside the runway at Paris Fashion Week.

Text Sera Michael

Source Harper’s Baazar

Taylor Tomasi Hill's Fashion Misadventure

Previous Marie Claire style and accessories director, regular fashion girl-about-town, and The Sartorialist street style favorite Taylor Tomasi Hill launched her much-anticipated mini collection for Lane Crawford this week in Hong Kong.

The seven-piece capsule collection, priced from $250 to $510, instantly made Hill's famous trend-setting style accessible to the world masses on LaneCrawford.com, making a lot of girls everywhere very happy.

However, Elle.com's sharp-eyed news editor quickly pointed out that the strapless dress from the collaboration is basically identical to one that Marc Jacobs sent down the runway four years ago for his Marc by Marc collection. The piping, tailoring and asymmetrical ruffle of the Marc Jacobs dress made it easy to spot Hill's knockoff.

Unfortunately, a blue striped shirt with cutout shoulders in her collection also bares a very unsubtle striking resemblance to a Commes des Garcons shirt that she was street-style snapped wearing in September 2009.

The copyright issues and potential lawsuits that Hill will face remain to be seen. A pity, really, because the rest of the collection is pretty darn cute.

Text Olivia Fleming
Source The Huffington Post
Image Fashionologie

Veiled Enthusiasm

Mourning the loss of the Marc Jacobs collection? Instead of opting for a classic, all-black ensemble, consider showing your sorrow with a modern-day veil. This ladylike look, which the New York Times notes as "usually reserved for religious ceremonies, goth brides and Daphne Guinness," is sure to be a top trend this spring. Perhaps a slightly more subtle answer to the Royal Wedding’s famous fastener hats, veils may become a street-style sensation faster than you can say “fedora.”

But, before you go out and buy a Lady Gaga-esque full-face net, take a look at Stephen Jones’s fifties-style veiled beanies for Jil Sander for inspiration (pictured above in blue)—they're much more “sight to be seen” than “beekeeper.” This cap, which was shown in several colors on the Milan runway, will actually be produced and sold in stores next spring. Can’t wait that long? We won’t judge if you decide to swing by a bridal store.

Text Kara Solarz
Image Glamour
Source New York Times

Pants Heyday: Springtime's Hottest Looks... Pants?

Strolling down the streets of New York City during these few days of continuous sunshine, we couldn't help but to be stopped in our tracks by gorgeous girls in pants. Denim, lace, cloth... you name it. We're not talking boring slacks either. Women are currently rocking the boyfriend jeans, color blocking with cropped pants and donning skinny black cloth pants, high-waisted straight leg pants, patterned silk pants, cuffed twill pants and other major selections of the two-legged variety.

Here are a few pictures from blogs and style websites to inspire your look:

Coachella Street Style Snaps!

Another Coachella weekend has gone and passed and the music festival would be nothing without street style that ushers the season of heat and dehydration. The outfits spotted might have been a little predictable (Levi's cut-off shorts, the maxi trend, mini-dresses, floppy hats, crop tops), but what else are you going to wear in the middle of the desert in almost triple digit temperatures? Here are seven of the best street shots from around the web, giving us a little style inspiration for the rest of summer.

Text Kristina Bravo
Sources: Refinery29, Studded Hearts, Fabsugar, Elle

The Sartorialist Offends With "Bigger, Curvier Girl" Comment

Just when you think that those Lita's have exhausted their it-shoe status on the blogosphere, here they are again causing quite the stir. On Monday, the Sartorialist posted two photographs of Milanese fashion blogger Angelica Ardasheva. In his commentary, Scott Schuman says how he "loved that she's a bigger, curvier girl than most of the bloggers who you see in the press…" He even compliments her choice of "an equally strong shoe" for her "sturdy but beautiful" legs. More than 1200 comments and counting later, the response is not all x's and o's for the popular street style photographer. Some disagree with his choice of words, many are disappointed, and a lot are downright outraged (let's just say that if virtual glares could kill, the Sartorialist wouldn't live to spot another pocket square). The Italian blogger declares to have no problem with Schuman's comment, but the rest of the world seem to. Do you think that the debonair lensman has crossed the line? Since when did the words "bigger" and "curvier" become so obscene?

Text Kristina Bravo

Source: The Sartorialist

SXSW Street Style Snaps!

Music festival season has officially begun as SXSW wraps up in Austin. And what goes hand in hand with watching live bands in (almost) warm weather? Why, awesome street style of course! Nothing inspires sartorial adventure more than this time of year, when the intrepid music lover dresses to have fun in style. This year, Austin didn't disappoint as these ladies paraded in trends that couldn't have been more appropriate this season: pops of color, floral prints, maxi dresses and feather accessories. So whether you're going to Coachella, Bonnaroo, or Lollapalooza, be inspired by these ladies and sway and dance the season away while looking casually dapper and festive.

NYFW Street Style Snaps!

Every fashion week, there is more to look forward to than just the shows inside the tents. Fashion industry insiders put on an amazing show as they hit the streets as well, and this past week New York City did not disappoint. So if some of the catwalk trends have left you a little bewildered and confused with their crazy factor (you will love them in six months!), you can look just outside the tents to see fashion in real life action. Here are some of the best street style shots from around the web! More photos behind the jump, click link below.

Lew Kee strips down her edge

With Toronto LG Fashion week's Spring 2011 collections presented last week, I was surprised to see a particular designer on the list. Amanda Lew Kee is a Toronto born designer who recently graduated from Ryerson University's Fashion Design program. I knew of Amanda's name from a show I was in myself called Mass Exodus: In Bloom - which was Ryerson's end of the year showcase. Usually, it takes a lot more then a year out of fashion school to make it on the catwalks of Toronto Fashion week , but some how Amanda proved she was ready to display her talents to the big leagues. At 22, Amanda has dressed Shenae Grimes of 90210 for the 2010 MMVA's and has won many design competitions such as Holt Renfrew's annual showcase and Flare magazine's editorial competition in August 2010. Amanda is regularly known for her edgy, dark designs full glitz, glamor, and geometrical shapes. However, she stripped her Spring 2011 collection down to a more earthly, whimsical look. I'm not complaining, the outfits showcased were amazing, just not what everyone was expecting. With her models wearing blue lip stick and romantic high buns, it all worked perfectly with the simple earth toned outfits. Throughout the collection, she had a lot of natural sheer colors such as beige, pink, and blue, not to mention metallic fringes and exposed zippers. With her cool sense of street style, Amanda has done an amazing job for a recent fashion design graduate. She hopes to move her collection to Europe and have success in another part of the fashion world . I have no doubt in my mind that if she keeps up the hard work, we're going to be seeing her collections a lot more in the near future.

Text Jessica Moy

Street Style: At the MET

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is portrayed in the media as a place where fashionable teens hang out. Shows like Gossip Girl depict posh girls eating lunches on the stairway of the MET's main entrance.

I decided to take a look for myself for some fashionable finds. These two girls were just leaving when I spotted them in front of the MET. I liked their casual girly looks. The one on the left is in a lovely floral tank she got at Zara and some light wash vintage shorts that add to the summery mood. Her bright yellow shoes also helped to make her look playful. The girl on the right has a rocker girly vibe. With a lace tank from LF and a little charcoal jeans skirt that she got at a consignment store. I love how she wore purple Converse that made her style urban cool. Next time your at the MET see what fashionable girls you can find!

Text Taryn Tavella

Street Style: Stripes

This super trendy girl caught my eye because she was wearing a pattern that I have been seeing everywhere this season. The striped shirt, her shirt is from Bloomingdales, and is the perfect piece to transition into fall because it is very nautical for the beach but also can be paired with pants and a denim over shirt for when the weather starts to get chilly.

I very much enjoyed her menswear inspired oxfords and trouser pants. The oxfords are from Urban Outfitters and the trousers are from a vintage store in London. They add style and class to a simple long sleeve shirt. The all black bottom half help to lengthen, so that the horizontal striped shirt doesn't break her up too much. Her fire red nails also offer the perfect pop of color to an other wise neutral ensemble.

So make sure you have this seasons "It" pattern, stripes. Not only is it the trend of the moment but it is also timeless classic.

Text Taryn T. 

Street Style: The Leather Skirt

When looking at street style I love to create a mental list of key pieces I see that are the must haves of the season. Seeing the way trendy New Yorkers style these items gives me inspiration for my current wardrobe and I hope it does the same for you.

This fall's "It" item was spotted just around the corner from the Alexander Wang sample sale this weekend. The leather skirt is an essential item for any fashion follower. This trendy New Yorker had on a leather skirt from Top Shop. It was paired with a basic oversize gray shirt from LF that she resourcefully tied on the side adding some drapery and style to the outfit. The amazing thing about this skirt other than the zipper detail is that it's the perfect piece for transitioning into colder weather. When it starts to get chilly this brunette can throw on tights, boots, and a sweater and have an amazing outfit. I also like that this outfit can turn dressy if paired with heels and some jewels. So make your own mental note to buy a leather skirt and see how many different ways you can style it.

NYC Street Style: Opposites Attract

Living in New York City I am constantly surrounded by style and stylish people. Everyone uses the sidewalk as if it is their own personal runway, it is amazing how nice someone will look just to get groceries.

This trendy pair were spotted in SoHo. I loved how the two had opposite styles and were shopping together. One girl was in a more casual menswear inspired ensemble, high waisted denim shorts complete with suspenders and a fun graphic tee. The other girl was in a feminine floral dress topped off with a lovely pale pink necklace. Something about their contrasting styles make me really like these girls outfits a lot more than if they were separate. I wonder what they bought on their shopping spree!

Text Taryn T. 

Neighborhood Love

I’ve been a Brooklyn resident for more than three years now and I must say I love representing my city, but more specifically, my neighborhood.


The other day I was walking around the Brooklyn Indie Market in Carroll Gardens when I ran across this genuine borough novelty. The image is of the Kentile Floors billboard that stands proudly in the middle of my neighborhood. The carpentry company has long been shutdown, but their mammoth sign can still be seen from anywhere in the Gowanus area of Brooklyn, making it a true landmark, and one of my first memories from when I moved to New York.


I bought the shirt right away, and even though it set me back 26 dollars, at least I knew my money was going towards supporting a local artist.


Live Poultry, the Brooklyn based company that made this shirt, specializes in silkscreen printing that embodies a more industrial side of the city. “Iron, not irony.” being their online mission statement.


So maybe you don’t live in Brooklyn, but no matter if you call your neighborhood a borough, a quarter, a ward, or a burb, you should seek out and support the local artists that make your spot unique.


And if there aren’t any artists living in your city just grab a silkscreen and start printing clothes with your own town monuments on them. Even your local Wal-Mart could look cool on a t-shirt ... okay not really.

Photo: Garret Hurley
Text Carly Roye

Keep Your Ears To The Streets

If you commute in the city then you know the biggest statement you can make on the streets are your headphones. I’ve been a fan of over-the-ear headphones for a while because of their subway sound-resistant quality and their ability to serve as musical earmuffs in the winter. After my last pair broke I’ve been on a web-wide search for the perfect new set, but with little luck. I needed something easily portable and with great sound quality, but without compromising style.

That was until I ran across Urbanears.com, a Scandinavian company with the coolest headphones on the market. They are solid and simple headphones but with colors and sound that reach far beyond mono. Urbanears come in three different styles for those of you who prefer something a little more discreet and 13 different colors ranging from chocolate, white, ocean, navy, and salad green. They also have a hands-free mic on the cord so you can listen to music on your iPhone/Blackberry without missing a call. Now the only problem is choosing which color suits you best. Now worries if you can't decide, at only 60 bucks a pop why not buy a color for everyday of the week?

Photo: Garret Hurley
By Carly Roye

The Stam-mister

How about this for some model street style? Straight up grunge from the 80's. Who else to rock it but Jessica Stam. Someone out there may freak out because OMG we are talking about MODELS! Oh nooooooo!!!! Then again CHAOS is sorta about the models. Shocking, I know! A publication who actually cares about the models? What in the world is happening? Haha. Yea, okay.

A little 411 on Stam for those who are clueless about the models who sell our clothing. :) Born in Ontario, grew up with 6 brothers in a very religious family and attended Scared Heart High School in Walkerton Ontario. Stam was discovered in a local Tim Hartons coffee shop by Michele Miller, an agent at the International Model Management Agency in Barrie, Ontario.

Stam's career was jump started by Steven Meisel who ended up casting Stam in every ad campaign of his, she was clearly his muse. I muse of Steven Meisel is supermodel status in the blink of an eye. Stam has been in ads for Marc Jacobs, Anna Sui, Giorgio Armani, Vera Wang, Valentino, Miu Miu, Gucci, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Dior, BCBG, Lanvin, Roberto Cavalli, Bulgari, H&M, DKNY and others. Not to mention runway shows and editorials, too many to list.