[Channeling: Alexa Chung at Erdem F/W 2015]

KAREN MILLEN Leather Zip Skirt/NEWLOOK Color Block Ribbed Knit/JIMMY CHOO 'Alia' Pumps/NARS The Multiple Stick in Orgasm/EYEKO Eye Do Liquid Eyeliner/NAILS INC Alexa Cashmere Nail Lacquer

Ladies, THE skirt you know you must immediately have the minute you see Alexa Chung unzips it like its hot: The Zip-Front Skirt.   
Alexa was spotted pulling off this bad ass PVC number like nobody's business outside Erdem F/W 2015 presentation for London Fashion Week.  

Being the Brit fashion muse she is, Alexa has created yet another inspiring look that is a definite steal-style moment with this bold piece of skirt.  Leave it to Alexa to make the quirky (and kinky) desirable.

Following the golden rule of "show some, cover some", she paired the half-way zipped skirt with a minimalist B/W long-sleeve top that tastefully softened the BDSM vibe the skirt exuded.  Chung then accessorized the punk-meets-sophisticated look solely with a pair of classy loafer-cut Jimmy Choo pumps (talking 'bout staying true to her root by keeping, at least the footwear, British).
Finishing her look, Chung sported her usual signature cat-lined eyes that went perfectly with the alluring skirt yet settled on an au naturel palette for the rest to give a hint of sleekness to the look.

  

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[In The Moment Eye-Candy #7]

TOP: MAKE UP FOR EVER Fifty Shades of Grey Give In To Me Make-Up Kit/MAKE UP FOR EVER Fifty Shades of Grey Tease Me Lip Set/MAKE UP FOR EVER Fifty Shades of Grey Desire Me Cheek Set
 LEFT: ATELIER PEDRA Fluxe Ring

RIGHT: NIKE Roshe Flyknit/MADEBYFABRIX Marble Snap Case iPhone6-6Plus/URBANOUTFITTERS Cooperative Structured Bucket Bag/APPARELAFTERDARK Bow Bodice 


*adidas Originals x Kanye West presents #YEEZYSeason 1

 

**check out here for MTV News' infographic on the much anticipated 1st installment of the Fifty Shades of Grey trilogy


 

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[In the Moment Eye Candy #5]

TOP: AESTHETIC PLEASURE Still Life Bag

LEFT: NET-A-PORTER PORTeR Magazine/emotiKARL by KARL LAGERFELD/SUPER by RETROSUPERFUTURE Panama Edgar Sunnies/ZARA Printed Combi Pleat Skirt

RIGHT: TORY BURCH make-up/BARBARA BRIONES Frida Eye Loafers/TOPSHOP x ADIDAS   

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[Trendspotter: Slip-Ons Sneakers]

"Give a girl the right pair of shoes, and she can conquer the world.”

Today’s active and exuberant women cry for a comfortable yet chic footwear to walk in and fashion has answered the call. The result is slip-on; a sneaker sans all the laces and fuss that can go a mile with basically everything, from a pair of rugged jeans to tailored skirt.

Thanks to Vans for inventing this iconic footwear in the grungy 90s and to Phoebe Philo for pioneering its high-fashion translation in the 21st century.

With the 90s trends transpiring in the background, are you gonna jump on this comfy-meets-lux-meets-chic slip-ons bandwagon?

LEFT: LANVIN Leopard Brocade Slip-On/GIVENCHY Rose Print Slip-On/YMC Floral Slip-On/SAINT LAURENT Leopard Slip-On

 MID: VANS The Beatles Yellow Submarine Edition Classic Slip-On/KARL LAGERFELD Karl Print Coated Canvas Slip-On/MOTHER OF PEARL Striped Slip-On/SCHUTZ Amisha Slip-On

RIGHT:  AERIN Floral Cut Slip-On/TORY BURCH Miles Perforated Slip-On/MIU MIU Cap-toe Slip-On/RACHEL ZOE Barney Slip-On

Céline VS The Blonde Salad x Steve Madden/Givenchy VS Steve Madden
/Céline VS Topshop/Saint Laurent VS Vans

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[Color Code: Placid Blue]

Top: ZARA TRF Faux Leather Jacket 

Left: ZARA Midi Length Lace Skirt (Burberry S/S 2014 inspired)/CUTLER AND GROSS for J.CREW 0737 Sunglasses/KEDS by TAYLOR SWIFT 10mm Champion Dot Sneakers/VINCE CAMUTO 'Kash' Clutch
Mid: SOPHIA WEBSTER Skye Cloud-appliquéd Patent-Leather Mules/ASOS Semi Precious Bar Necklace/ZARA Poplin Top/ZARA Crossover Poplin Top

Right: KENZO Day Clouds iPhone 5 Case/ILLAMASQUA Speckled Nail Varnish in Fragile/ZARA Rhinestone Necklace

Bottom: MARC BY MARC JACOBS 34mm Henry Skeleton Watch/CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA Kitty Bejeweled Embellished Flats

February does not always have to be all about the sweet romantic pink.  How about making some room in your closet for this other pastel color called Placid Blue?  Which undoubtedly lives up to its name, as its soft blue hue imparts nothing but tranquility. (agree?)
Moreover, with the spring season approaching, there's no reason to not start embracing this light shade of blue that opens Pantone® Spring 2014 Fashion Color palette, and slowly make your transition into spring. 

Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®, suggests that this pastel is very adaptable, as we are so accustomed to seeing it as nature's background.  So, not only that we can see this color stands on its own for its picture-perfect calmness, but also as a neutral that can be creatively mixed with other colors in the spectrum.  

Designers, such as the contemporary A.Wang and Barbara Bui to the high fashion Burberry, Marchesa, and Valentino, have also given their approval of this placid color through their Spring/Summer 2014 collections.
What's more with the recent street style of Autumn/Winter 2014 fashion weeks crowds, which shows how the crowds have successfully figured out this blue's clues. 

Don a matching placid blue top and bottoms like what Jeanie Lee did and add some matching accessories in the same colors as well.  Or simply put a jacket of this hue over your monochrome articles, like Kate Foley and Eleina Welteroth did.

There's no absolute rule on how to and not to wear this placid hue, so be creative and have fun!

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[Trendspotter: Balenciaga Egyptofunk Collection F/W 2012 + Mirrored Sunglasses]

It's not an unusual thing when some fashionistas are spotted sporting the same outfit or accessories.  At least it's nothing to be worry about or ashamed of, according to the guardian of fashion Anna Dello Russo in her lesson #6: "Somebody wearing your same outfit? Wonderful! You did the right choice" *here*

Well, during the fashion weeks of Spring/Summer 2013 collection, some noted fashionistas seem to generate the same fondness towards these two futuristic-themed pieces: the Balenciaga Egyptofunk Collection F/W'12 and the mirrored sunglasses, as they keep getting caught on camera donned in different styles.

[Balenciaga Egyptofunk Collection F/W 2012]
The Balenciaga Egyptofunk galactic tees and sweatshirts sell out in a speed of light, leaving one with no "on-a-second-thought" option ...either get it now or never.  It seems that Nicholas Ghesquire's mission on bringing back the 80's sci-fi geek attire in a space-y balenciaga chic way is quite a hit, seeing from the positive signs shown by the fashion universe. 
And here they are, energized in the fashion weeks by these fabulous fashionable femmes...

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[Mirrored Sunglasses] 
"Mirror, mirror on the wall, who's the fairest of them all?" is what you might hear yourself say as you catch your own reflection on this nothing but a pair of mirrored sunglasses.
Every fashionable being that walks this earth has started to proclaim their love (again) to the reflective nature of mirrored sunglasses since last season, as they were re-introduced by Rag & Bone and Trussardi in their S/S'12 collections.  
Up til this season, the reign of this eyewear still continues, proven by snap after snap of pictures of its loyal devotees, who have been fashionably sporting their very own pair of mirrored sunnies from one fashion week to another. 
Well, what's not to love from these double-agent shades (UV protector/Mirror 911)?    

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P.S.: check out my NYFW and MFW posts for more looks on this eyewear

So, for you who are never gonna lay a hand on this $285 Balenciaga t-shirt *here* or this $3,150 Balenciaga sweatshirt *here* (given the fact that some of them are already sold out) and not willing to justify for a $350 Rag&Bone mirrored sunnies, stow you worries.  You can always refer to them as inspiration, fashion is about "inspire and be inspired" ♥

TOP: 80sTEE Skywalker T-Shirt/ASOS Mini Skirt in Metallic Jacquard/RAYBAN Highstreet Metal Mirrored Sunglasses/WHISTLE Triangle Stone Bracelet/ASOS Eye Skinny Bangle/ASOS Spiked Arm Cuff Bracelet/ZARA Quilted Messenger Bag/JEFFREY CAMPBELL Str8up Heels in Mermaid Blue

BOTTOM: BLUE COTTON Own Customized Tee*/TOPSHOP Embroidered Collar Pleat Top/ZARA Leather-Effect Rubberized Skirt/BURGER AND FRIENDS Le Parc Mirrored Sunglasses/TOPSHOP Stud Bar Ear Cuff**/SEPHORA Nail Lacquer in L16 Curacao-Turquoise**/NAILS INC. LONDON Star Metallic Polish in The Strand-Metallic Navy/MARC BY MARC JACOBS Disco Jane On A Leash Bag/ZARA Mirrored Court Shoes

* Design your own galactic sweatshirt at Blue Cotton, I use Empire of The Sun "Walking On A Dream" album cover as an inpi' *LOVELOVELOVE*
** Paint the earcuff with the turquoise nail lacquer to DIY your own Gaia Repossi's ear cuff (like she wears on one of her look above on NYFW S/S'13)

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[Milan Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2013: Street Style Fête]

The designer Italiana, Miuccia Prada, once said that "daring to wear something different takes effort."
It is indeed true, given that difference may not always be good or bad.  But be that as it may, the possibility of looking effortlessly dashing above all those efforts is not ruled out, as shown by our modaiole show-goers at Milan Fashion Week S/S'13. 
It is neatly done by incorporating pieces of exquisite detailing in such an apparent yet tasteful manner.

The legendary Miroslava Duma and Taylor Tomasi-Hill did it again at MFW S/S'13.  The cunning styling of prints and leather that totally worth a helluva rounds of applause. 

It always works when it comes to highlighting the edgy bottom pieces by pairing it with simple tops.

 

 And of course it works vice versa with edgy tops, as well.

Denim shorts certainly can have the high-fashion vibe to them, with the right styling

Embroidery gone fabulous (and red), yes?
*Those Valentino All-Red Rock Studs Heels are supercalifragilisticexpialidocious*

Tonal suit up, ladies!

 

 Black and White and never waver...or just a bit, for that saucy pop of color.

The essential Fall Must-Have: Oversized Studded Clutch, Matching Cuffs, Bordeaux Nails, Dark Green, and Bended Heels

And last but not least, the mirrored sunnies that reign supreme

 images via Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, Pop Sugar

 

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[London Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2013: Steal Street Style]

I always fancy the preppy and quirky style roaming the streets of London.

The preppy style gives out this signature Brits classy spirit while the quirkies show a different side of the Brits in an eccentric way, make them fascinating to watch.

And...my days cannot get any better when these two styles get together during the London Fashion Week.

So, in celebration of the variety and uniqueness London street style brings, here are 4 preppy and 4 quirky styles worth stealing from the LFW S/S'13 fashion crowd ♥

Look No.1  

 A classic school-girl style gets a bit fierce twist from the leather skirt and the red lips. 

1.TOPSHOP Structured Blazer/2.MISS SELFRIDGE CutOut Shoulder Shirt/3.MISS SELFRIDGE Salt and Pepper Sweat/4.RIVER ISLAND PU Zip Mini Skirt/5.DOROTHY PERKINS Wine Gem Skinny Waist Belt/6.PIED A TERRE Gibbran Leather Block Heel Loafers/7.TOPSHOP Leather Geo Panel Tote Bag/8.ILLAMASQUA Human Fendamentalism in Liable/9.Plastic Headband

 

Look No.2

Red and Bordeaux proven to collide in harmony, as well as the Brit Royal signature Tartan with the American scholar signature Varsity Jacket.

1.RIVER ISLAND Check Shirt/2.J.W. ANDERSON X TOPSHOP Varsity Jacket*MUST-HAVE*/3.RIVER ISLAND Coated Mini Skater Skirt/4.DOROTHY PERKINS Union Jack Clutch/5.DOROTHY PERKINS Wedge Hi-Tops/6. RIVER ISLAND Print Jeepers Peepers Retro Sunglasses/7.MICHAEL KORS Chain Link Watch 

Look No.3

Now we can know for sure that a pop of neon makes your preppy style fun, and a touch of lace+stilettos keeps your lady-likeness attached.

1.RIVER ISLAND White Pocket Shirt/2.J.W.ANDERSON X TOPSHOP Eyes Handknit Sweater*MUST-HAVE*/3.TOPSHOP Lime Lace Peplum Pencil Skirt/4.TOPSHOP Zip and Stud Clutch/5.JIMMY CHOO Abel Pointed Patent-Leather Pumps

Look No.4

It's never a crime adding a tinge of futuristic metallic to your timeless satchel for that extra flair on your classic dandy look   

1.RIVER ISLAND Pocket Blazer/2.BURBERRY BRIT Classic Shirt/3.MODCLOTH Just Dandy Skirt/4.ZATCHELS Satchel in Metallic Pewter/5.TOPSHOP Cross Locket Necklace/6.RIVER ISLAND Black Opaque 120 Denier Tights/7.DR.MARTENS 1461

Look No.5

It's mysterious how neon (most of the time) adds a spark of edginess these days, even to goth look.

1.JANE NORMAN Floral Print Jumpsuit/2.TOPSHOP Seamfront Waterfall Jacket/3.TOPSHOP UNIQUE Padded Toecaps Boots/4.MISS SELFRIDGE Pearl Mesh Wristwear/5.MISS SELFRIDGE Sparkle Bead Wristwear/6.BURBERRY Lip Mist in No.4 Chestnut/7.CAMBRIDGE SATCHEL COMPANY Fluoro Satchel

(P.S.: I try to find similar jumpsuit with a hint of burgundy so that you can wear matching burgundy lipstick, which is a huge trend right now, but this is the best I can come up with. Do pardon me)

Look No.6

Look effortlessly chic in a pair of boyish overall with a pair of womanly court shoes and a piece of grungy leather biker jacket tied around the waist

1.TOPSHOP Leather Biker Jacket/2.DOROTHY PERKINS Smock Top/3.TOPSHOP MOTO Dip Dye Denim Dungarees/4.TOPSHOP Skull and Glitter Ball Bracelet/5.Leather Camera Case/6.MILLER & JEEVES Gretchen Midi Clutch/7.KG KURT GEIGER Carey Pumps

Look No.7

Own this piece of leather overall and you've got it all

1.TOPSHOP UNIQUE Leather Pinafore/2.DOROTHY PERKINS Neppy Peplum Tee/3.MISS KG Arctic Boots/4.MARKSANDSPENCER AUTOGRAPH Leather Textured Shopper Bag/5.BUTTER LONDON Nail Lacquer in Lady Muck/6.TOPSHOP Chunky Oversized Square Sunglasses

Look No.8 

 A groundbreaking way on how to wear a pair running shorts with a pair of metallic pointed pumps and still look stunning

1.TOPSHOP Fur Lined Parka/2.TOPSHOP Knitted Drum Jumper/3.PUMA Running Shorts/4.RIMMEL KATE'S COLLECTION Lipstick in #001/5.TOPSHOP Cats Eye Sunglasses/6.TOPSHOP GLOBAL Glitter Toe Cap Shoes/7.MULBERRY ZigZag Alexa Bag 

(P.S.: here is another jumper that you can try, "inspired" by the 3.1.Phillip Lim Break Up jumper)

I dunno if you notice that I re-create all the looks using pieces from (mostly) UK brands.  I find this "keep it British" concept aptly challenging to the LFW theme.  oh yeah...and also, cos' I'm a loyal fan of Topshop.

Well, hope you enjoy it and get inspired.

Ciao ♥

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