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Spring is Here. What New Trend Should You Fear?

modernfashionmag — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 22:46:35 +0000

After watching numerous runway collections like hawks and seeing various trends we would like to adapt, we saw a few pieces sashay down the runway that made us wonder at times, “What the Hell” and “Why?” If some of you think as we do, including thoughts of, “Who in their right mind would wear that,” be prepared as someone is definitely sure to bring shame to humanity and wear this trend this season.

We are definitely NOT looking forward to seeing this come our neighborhood streets. What is it? The new but surely not improved hot pants and boy shorts. And while this trend has always found its way onto the streets during the spring and summer months, this year the hemlines have gone shorter. Yes, shorter. Hemlines, have crept up so short that the smallest of models have beared a piece of their cheek.

Now for the average sized curvy woman, this surely means that if the size 2 and below models are bearing pieces of their rear, we will definitely put all of our “treats” on display. Although various fashion mag’s and savvy style experts can be heard giving tips on how to appropriately wear this trend, we can’t help but think this should only be worn by women who have a yearning desire to be followed home or stalked.

-Blog: Natalee Biggs

And…

modernfashionmag — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 19:54:04 +0000

And in that vein, ripped jeans are also back in vogue. The Boyfriend look with a couple cute holes that make these look like your favorite worn-in pair of jeans is huge right now.

If you’re feeling more daring and in the mood for being arrested for indecent exposure, you can take a hint from Spring 2010 runway models like Giselle Bundchen and wear it in a more sexy, revealing way – huge holes in the denim were a big look for designers modeling their springwear. But we recommend, avoiding this look altogether.

- Margaret Westenhoff

Climbing Ladders

modernfashionmag — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 19:46:03 +0000

Ripped jeans (often seen in the boyfriend look) have been in for a very long time; a way for people to be fashionably edgy without foregoing acceptable fashion.

This, just like ripped jeans, isn’t for everyone. But if you wear it, go for the gusto: don’t pair your proudly laddered stockings with a classic suit, or you risk looking like someone who had a run in with the side of a desk. Instead, wear these with short dark skirts and clothes decorated with studs and buckles.

- Margaret Westenhoff

Knee-High Happiness

modernfashionmag — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 19:35:01 +0000

Now that Christmas season is over, it’s time to transition out of the sweaters your grandma knitted you and into the important things – the fashion that will define the new year. And one of the best looking and most exciting trends is boots.

Knee-high and over-the-knee boots are in in a big way. In fact, not only are boots going over the knees, but they’re going thigh-high!

It’s important to remember (in order to avoid the whole street corner look) to avoid things like shiny patent leather and chunky heels. Go for soft, supple leather that looks classy as well as sexy.

- Margaret Westenhoff

Looking Ahead: Part 3

modernfashionmag — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 01:46:49 +0000

In a surprising move, there’s one item on the spring list that does cover up some skin: Pants!

But not just any pants. Say hello to your boring khakis and faded black pants, and say hello to some bright and bold patterns and designs.

Florals, graphic prints, abstract shapes, and any whirlwinds of color are welcome here. All sorts of styles are fine, although the harem style with relaxed hips and tapered ankles is expected to take off. Like with the dresses, lighter fabrics are going to be the done thing for the warmer season.

The harem look.

- Margaret Westenhoff

Looking Ahead: Part 2

modernfashionmag — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 01:41:46 +0000

Remember how skin is in? Well it is, but the miniskirt is done. Look instead to long hemlines… with very high slits.

Light, flowing fabrics in striking colors are going to be key for pulling off this look. It’s more daring than it first appears, because while it shows relatively little while standing, your whole leg is on show while walking. A good tan is recommended.

Different numbers, combinations, and placements of slits are going to be varied among dresses so you can make this look your own.

- Margaret Westenhoff

Looking Ahead

modernfashionmag — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 01:36:47 +0000

It’s important to start thinking ahead now, because 2010 is going to be quite the year for fashion. Experts predict more volatility than the stock market, and more skin than a nudist colony.

Hotpants are coming back. That’s right, you heard it here first. They swung into fame during 2007, but people were mostly wearing them under big clothes to de-emphasize their boldness. This go around, though, they’re appearing on the catwalks by the themselves, and it looks like people are going to be taking them straight to the streets.

So head to the gym! This is not a look for the faint of heart.

- Margaret Westenhoff

PSA: Investment Dressing

modernfashionmag — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:41:33 +0000

Particularly in the time of giving, it’s important to keep in mind one of the keys of dressing well in tough economic times: investment dressing. And both autumn and winter trends are geared towards staple pieces like long, solid-colored coats.

So don’t be afraid to splurge a little, but only on the things that you know you’ll wear again and again. And the same with gifts for other people: try to get things that are not only in season, but will be able to be worn regardless of season (although a little fun now and again like some serious plum color merchandise is totally warrented!).

- Margaret Westenhoff

All About Argyle

modernfashionmag — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:17:31 +0000

A trend to be on the lookout for is, of all things, argyle. There’s usually a movement toward it when the cooler temperatures start sweeping in, but it’s definitely taken a turn for the fashionable this season. It makes a big comeback every few years, and now is definitely that year.

It’s also a great look for guys, and you’ll find it almost everywhere in the menswear this season (Christmas gift perhaps…?).

There’s a lot of sweaters out there with the “knitted with a pattern of colored diamonds” definition, but the most flattering way to go is to get one with that pattern on the front, and a solid color on the edges and sleeves. Try not to get argyle on the sleeves – it makes it look more librarian-chic than fashionista-chic.

It’s in the Jeans

modernfashionmag — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:11:59 +0000

Under the right circumstances, everyone’s a bargain-hunter. And what better circumstances than cute clothes on sale?

Right now, Old Navy’s having some great sales – adorable jeans in several different styles and many different colors, for only $19.00!!! The Sweetheart style features a classic rise with a bit of a flare, while the Dreamer style features a boot cut. And there’s the Diva, which is the essential low-rise.

The Diva jean

This sale won’t last forever, so get in quick before the pickings get slim (-er than these jeans!).

- Margaret Westenhoff