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Why Did You Wear That: I’m All Ears

By |November 18th, 2014|Why Did You Wear That?|

celebrity ear cuffsWe’ve stacked bangles up to our elbows.  We’ve found new knuckles for the purpose of piling on rings.  We’ve even layered necklaces that rival Mr. T, but what about our ears? Have our poor little lobes been overlooked?  For a while it was all about hoops- from tiny spheres to doorknockers.  Then we moved on to chandeliers that threatened to ruin our posture with their sheer weight.  As of late, it seems there’s been no real trend except that of simplicity.  I stick to standard studs, the only type of studs in my life, unless we’re talking about wall hangings.  Recently, the ear has become a place of embellishment with elaborate ear cuffs, sterling silver hoop earrings and double sided earrings.  This look is fantastic for holiday updos or for a seriously side swept side part.  Keep the rest of your accessories fairly understated and ironically let your ears do all the talking.

Eаrrіngѕ are the easiest way to make a ѕtаtеmеnt wіth jеwеlrу. Worn аѕ undеrѕtаtеd details оr a bоld finish to your lооk, еаrrіngѕ tаkе your ensemble tо thе next level whіlе adding a реrѕоnаl touch that showcases уоur ѕtуlе. We lоvе hоw dіffеrеnt silver earrings hаvе thе power to transform thе fееl of a lооk (and hоw еffоrtlеѕѕ іt іѕ tо ѕwіtсh thіngѕ up wіthоut соllесtіng mоrе fаѕhіоn ріесеѕ thаt take up precious closet ѕрасе). Fоr thеѕе reasons, іf уоu’rе looking tо еxраnd уоur jewelry соllесtіоn, еаrrіngѕ аrе thе реrfесt place to start.

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1. Amber Sceats Imitation Pearl Hook Earring and Stud Set,  2. Eddie Borgo Gold Plated Sandstone and Cubic Zirconia Earrings, 3. Gorjana Abbot Ear Climbers, 4.Finds + Vibe Harslof Gold Plated Earring, 5. Bauble Bar Stargirl Ear Adornment Set, 6.Ryan Storer Oxidized Silver Plated Swarovski Earring, 7. Bauble Bar Pavé Pearl 360 Studs, 8. Fallon Jewelry Sinead Pavé Pointed Pyramid Convertible Earrings, 9.Rosantica Gold Dipped Pearl Ear Cuff, 10.Maria Black D’arling Gold Plated Earring, 11.Ryan Storer Oxidized Silver Plated Swarovski Earring, 12. Jules Smith Americana Classic Earrings

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WhyDid

Setting the Mood: Plaid to the Bone

By |November 17th, 2014|Setting the Mood, Why Did You Wear That?|

plaid fashion editorialAs seen as one of the trend’s for this winter’s must have coats, plaid is a pattern that hasn’t (and isn’t) going anywhere.  Houndstooth, Glenurquhart Check, Windowpane and Tatersall, whatever your check of choice, be certain to include it in your winter wardrobe.  One might think I’d be burnt out on plaid after being forced to wear it for a greater portion of my adolescence, but the opposite is true.  Perhaps it holds a bit of nostalgia, or maybe it’s just a pattern that really never goes out of style.  While it can be worn in the straightforward fashion of a flannel or frock, it also comes in an array of accessories and the truly bold may be able to pull of mixing multiple tartans at one time.

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Burberry Shearling Lined Checked Cotton Twill and Rubber BootsIsabel Marant Matt Plaid Linen and Wool Blend ScarfMarc by Marc Jacobs Top Schooly Printed Leather Shoulder BagEquipment Shane Plaid Intarsia Wool Sweater

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Why Did You Wear That: A Penny Saved…

By |November 15th, 2014|Why Did You Wear That?|

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Why Did You Wear That: A Comprehensive Guide to Coats

By |November 14th, 2014|Why Did You Wear That?|

kirsten-smith-fall-nyc4As we just experienced and as Gothamist has proclaimed, say goodbye to warm weather… forever (or at least for the next five months).  While we can’t prevent winter from coming or imminent misuse of leggings that accompanies it, you can use my comprehensive guide to coats in order to keep yourself from landing a nasty case of frostbite or the flu.  As always there are the ever functional bubble jackets which used to look more like portable sleeping bags, but fortunately, fashion meets function in this year’s iterations.  In addition to functional, there are some fun additions like oversized robe coats, capes, and very hairy options.  I tend to gravitate to the oversized fluffy white fur coats of this season and I doubt it has anything to do with Smitty or my actual belief that I am, in fact, his birth mother.  Whatever coat (or coats) you choose to wear this winter, remember to try and stay warm and keep in mind spring will soon be on its way.

winter coat guide

  1. You Da Man: MM6 Maison Martin Margiela Wool Blend Felt CoatRag & Bone Paloma Colored Lapel BlazerClub Monaco Brooke CoatMarissa Webb Lexi Melange BlazerT by Alexander Wang Donegal Reversible Wool Blend Felt Coat
  2. Caped Crusader: Finds + APIECE APART Striped Woven Alpaca CapeSaint Laurent Hooded Plaid Wool CapePublic School Cape with Trapunto DetailVince Leather Trim CapeVivienne Westwood Plaid Fringe Cape, Public School Cape with Trapunto DetailBCBG MAX AZRIA Marique Cape
  3. Wild Thang: By Malene Birger Zannaz Faux Fur Coat DKNY Striped Faux Fur CoatThree Floor Rosso JacketHelmust Lang Goat Hair CoatMaison Scotch Stone Free Faux Fur Jacket See by Chloé Faux Fur Coat
  4. Babe in a Bubble: Pyrenex Spoutnic Quilted Down CoatBurberry Brit Quilted Shell CoatMackage Leather Sleeve Fur Hood Long Puffer JacketAdd Down Down Coat with Fur CollarDKNY + Cara Delevingne Padded Shell Jacket
  5. Plaid to the Bone: Mackage Berta Plaid Wool CoatSonia by Sonia Rykiel Checked Knitted CoatTheory Plaid Mid-Length CoatJOA Checker Coat, Yigal Azrouel Sweater Sleeve Plaid Coat
  6. A Walk in the Parka: SAM. Hudson ParkaCanada Goose Trillium Military Parka,BB Dakota Welker CoatCheap Monday Wanted ParkaA.P.C. Atelier de Production et Création Mod Faux Fur Trimmed Parka
  7. Supersize It: Vince Doubled Faced Wool CoatICB Shaggy Alpaca CoatAlice + Olivia Oversized Drop Shoulder CoatInhabit Oversized ThrowSoyer Cashmere Blanket Coat with Belt
  8. Shearling Genius: Glamorous Faux Shearling Jacket, Topshop Unique Patchwork Shearling CoatIRO Jemma Shearling CoatMSGM Hooded Faux Shearling ParkaCoach Leather Trimmed Shearling Hooded Coat

 

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WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: The Way to Go Grey

By |November 7th, 2014|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

over the knee boots leatherIt now gets dark before five o’clock and I’m beginning to come to terms with the fact that winter is on its way and there’s nothing I can do to change that.  But until the snow congregates on the concrete, I will continue to cling to the last bits of light and the fleeting moments of warmth.  There is a period of time about as long as fall lasts in New York when you can wear tall boots with a slice of skin still showing.  After this, you’ll be relegated to warmer legwear or… shudder… pants.  There are, however, perks to cooler weather (there’s always a silver lining, after all) and those perks come in the form of leather shorts, over the knee boots, beanies, and cozy sweaters.  This Daisy Fuentes for Kohl’s dolman sweater is the perfect way to wear a pair of leather shorts without looking like a fly girl.  The key to sproting over the knee boots without eliciting  Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman, vibes is to dress them down with a casual sweater and knit beanie.  Both leather shorts and OTK boots are items that could go terribly wrong, so wear with caution.  This sweater, however, can do no wrong because once the leg baring weather has come to an end, it’s just the right length to be legally worn with leggings.

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knit winter beaniesweater: c/o Diasy Fuentes for Kohl’s, shorts: Blank Denim, boots: Kelsi Dagger, similar by Joie here, socks: Commando, hat: Leith, bag: Kooba,

 

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WhyDid

 

Photos by Michael Stiegler