April 26th, 2011 by crystal
You’re so hip and up with things, you probably already know about this. I’m not sure how I missed it.
When I was at Nordstrom last Friday afternoon, there was something odd happening in the shoe department. Banquet tables topped with shoes were wedged into every open nook and cranny in the shoe department. First, I thought I’d stumbled upon a secret sale of some sort. But then, I started looking closer. The shoes were regularly priced, but the sizes went from 12 and 11 to 4 and 5. Nothing in between. Signs on the table said ‘Over 10, Under 5′. Ah…
So apparently, Nordstrom has these events periodically. SInce the dates are staggered like the tour dates for your favorite band, I’m guessing the shoes make a tour from store to store. There are a couple of dates left on this particular tour, but if you miss them it you can always shop extended sizes online. Nordstrom has the best selection of extra large or extra small shoes in the industry.
March 4th, 2011 by crystal
Target definitely got the ‘Nautical Stripes are in’ memo. I felt like I was surrounded by navy blue and white when I was there this week. Cover ups, dresses, skirts, long sleeves, tanks, tees…they’ve got it.
In fact, they may have overdone it a bit. You’ve probably seen this shirt floating around – I think every girl 20-35 in Austin owns one, I’ve seen it so often. I really liked it the first ten times I saw it…now it’s just one of those pieces that’s already overdone before the season has really even started. If I were you, I’d go for the tank in that print instead. Super cute.
Me, I’m a purist. I like the simple, solid stripe version of this trend. Don’t mess with my stripes, thank you very much. I also like a simple separate. This tee, under a cropped nude blazer, cropped skinny jeans, nude heels…can you see it?
It was only $15.
January 20th, 2011 by crystal
Here are three fab finds in line with trends, the current weather and our recent blog posts!
What do you think? Are there any specific pieces you’re looking for right now?
January 13th, 2011 by crystal
If you’ve been on Nordstrom’s website lately or receive their catalog in the mail, you’ve probably seen (and subsequently fallen in love with) these espadrilles. I was totally sold on them. Until I saw the price tag.
THREE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-FIVE DOLLARS $365 smackeroos for a wear not every day kind of shoe. Ummm…I don’t think so.
Here are some much more reasonably priced options that bring the Stuart Weitzman version to mind.
Or, would you splurge and get the real thing?
January 12th, 2011 by crystal
One of my favorite trends this season is the nautical – sailor – striped style. I love it for its iconic beginnings, its classic style and its casual appeal. See what you think…
Nautical Fashion Inspiration
The nautical look was made fashionable by Coco Chanel in the 20′s. The fashion icon was having an affair with the Duke of Westminster, a huge yachting fan, and began to take on the attire of a sailor after observing fishermen on her holidays. She wore wide-legged sailor pants, striped boatneck sweaters and flat boating shoes. Her androgynous style appealed to other independent women of the time like Katharine Hepburn.
How To Wear
Only Wear One – Whatever you do, DON’T wear more than one nautical themed piece. If you wear a striped boatneck sweater, you might be tempted to wear wide-leg trousers and Sperrys with maybe even a little anchor necklace. If you do, you’ll look like you’re on your way to a Halloween party. Trust me.
Instead, wear your boatneck sweater with a pair of skinny jeans. If you want to push it, go for a pair of white skinnies with ballet slippers.
Simple Pieces – Avoid embroidered anchors like the plague. Striped boatneck sweaters with little embroidered anchors will make you look like your third grade teacher. Don’t do it.
Instead, find pieces that are incidentally nautical. A cute tee that happens to have blue and white stripes. A sailor top that’s black and white striped. Simple variations on the trend that aren’t overtly nautical are your best bet here.
Key Elements – Maintain the key elements of the nautical trend by looking for boatneck sweaters, stripes, boat shoes, wide-leg trousers, sailor buttons and cuffed sleeves.
Key Pieces
To current go-to piece for this trend is simple –
Striped Tee – The ultimate nautical piece is the striped tee. Look for one with 3/4 or long sleeves and a boatneck or off-shoulder cut.
Where To Find
Nautical at Nordstrom
Nautical at JCrew
Nautical at Banana Republic
Nautical at Urban Outfitters
Nautical at Target
Nautical at Victoria’s Secret
Nautical at Old Navy
Nautical at ModCloth
Nautical at Anthropologie
What do you think? Are you a fan of the nautical style?
Last Year – Fashion Distraction – Givenchy
