The Ultimate Matchup: DKNY and BaubleBar

Attention accessory lovers and fashionstas: Donna Karan New York has teamed up with BaubleBar! For those of you who are not in the know, BaubleBar is an accessories website where you can find exactly what you’re looking for at any time of the year. The website stocks a wide array of bracelets, rings, necklaces, and more! 

DKNY has finally created an amazing line just for you in the BaubleBar world. The designer has taken big, blooming flowers, unique chains, and even some stripes to create the ultimate girly collection. The line also includes bright colors that go with this spring's trends! Not only does BaubleBar have DKNY, but also they have other designer accessories that you can find in magazines and spot on celebrities. If you still aren't sold, when you sign up for BaubleBar, you can receive $10 off your first order!

Text Sydney Ruby
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Paris Fashion Week Is All for the Boys

The boys are back in Paris? Oui, oui! Since the first wisp of models turned the corner, Paris Fashion Week has been sporting looks of tomboys. C’est bien!

European designers like Corrado de Biase supported this fashion fad in their upcoming fall/winter collections. Biase did not only add a flare of menswear to his fall 2012 garments, but he also hinted at the twenties and the seventies eras. His vivid looks on the Parisian runway focused on sheer garments and slim silhouettes with an English newsboy appeal. Tres elegant, c’est vrai? Designer Julien David also created “boyish good looks” for Paris Fashion Week. There was an array of paunchy snow boots and warm, woolen suits on display, where David accredited the inspiration to the snow-hungry Yeti Monster. David’s designs clearly weren't for the faint of heart. Take some advice from the French and c’est la vie, even if that means dressing with gentlemen’s charm this coming fall. Au revior!

Text Katelyn Chef
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Carven's Autumn/Winter 2012 Girly Elegance

Henry Guilliaume debuted his autumn/winter 2012 line for Carven in Paris this past week. The collection took cues from medieval artwork and stained glass with a traditional fall palette. The result was absolutely charming.

The collection featured a wide range of heavy textiles and materials. Silk, suede, leather, tweed, fur, and velvet, which is fall’s hot fabric, were all present on the runway, located in a Parisian convent. The silks featured medieval artwork, while many of the leathers and velvets were cut by lasers to create stained-glass patterns.

The shapes were feminine yet modern, creating a gorgeous contrast between the old-world patterns. Carven had structured dresses and skirts, tailored separates, and high waists. The models wore chunky Mary Janes on their feet, and hair was parted down the center with loose kinks. Their faces were almost completely free of makeup. Overall, the collection was as girly as doll clothes but as elegant as a church.

Text Ashley Amidon 
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Rockin' Patterned Socks for Men

Red stripes, pink spots, yellow and blue argyle...any pattern of socks works. Wear them with pants or shorts, and make it casual or formal; there are no limits as to what you can do with a pair of patterned socks.

Recently, patterned socks have wedged themselves back into the world of men’s fashion. It isn’t a fashion statement that requires you to be extremely daring. Patterned socks are an easy way to take any outfit and give it an exciting twist. It is also a way for you to play around with your outfit and just have a little fun.
Black socks are alright, because they are a timeless classic, but sometimes you just need to step out of the box. Try pairing a nice gray suit with subtle accents with a pair of red polka dot socks. Just don’t be afraid to experiment with patterned socks. Everyone is doing it, from H&M to J.Crew. Remember that for the next time you pull on your plain black socks.


Text Jarrod Wadsworth
Image Nordstrom

Going to Prom With DSquared

The DSquared runway show in Milan reminded us of crashing a sixties high school prom. Designers Dean and Dan Catin set the scene with a “Class of 2013” banner and disco balls. Some of the models casually carried cigarettes in hand, like teenage rebels at prom who would sneak outside to smoke. DSquared featured a collection with a high-end vintage flare, complete with angora sweaters, high-waist skirts, toggle coats, silk cropped pants, doctor bags, and brooches. Most outfits were paired with leather gloves and cat-eye shades. We especially loved the low cut, knuckle-skimming gloves.

The looks in the show combined a tasteful mix of prep and edge; leopard stoles were draped over dresses and oxfords were layered under crew necks. DSquared’s fall 2012 dresses stayed classically chic in solid black, but they kept things exciting with feathered waists and tuxedo-bow accents. Our favorites were the jackets, especially the Tiffany-blue, floor-length coat with jeweled buttons and the bright green croc jacket. Monday’s show integrated everything we love about old-school glamour and modern-day style.

Text Emily Thomas
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