The Key To Chic: August 2012

August 24, 2012

Fall 2012 Fashion Trends at Neiman Marcus

Last week I attended an intimate event at Neiman Marcus in Topanga that merged two things I love - food and fashion. While munching on oatmeal crème brûlée and crab cake Benedict, I watched as a bevy of chicly-clad models sporting red lipstick and polished chignons paraded through the modern Neiman Marcus Cafe for a fall trend preview filled with sophisticated and luxurious looks. It was quite a treat to see the garments and accessories up close.

So what's trending for fall 2012 and what caught my eye? Well obviously, the cherry lip is a key beauty trend this season. As far as colors, rich shades of navy, green, and bordeaux are key for fall. Menswear influences take over in the form of pant suits, and prints ranging from graphic to digital to animal are paired with luxe outerwear and bold jewelry. Brooches are officially back as a new way to accessorize and update dresses and jackets. Velvety textures, mixed material jackets, and studded/crystal accessories all made a strong showing. (I'm still daydreaming about the Balenciaga jacket in the 4th photo down.) I can imagine a chic city girl wearing a lot of these pieces to work, to a business meeting, or out on the town to a glamorous party. New season, new trends. I highly anticipate incorporating some digital prints, embellished handbags, and mixed material outerwear into my closet over the next few months.

Gucci suit, Joie vest, Neiman Marcus fashion

Gucci suit, Joie vest, Neiman Marcus fashion

Gucci blouse and suit with Joie vest and Michael Kors bag

Prada dress fall 2012

Valentino bag, Prada dress

fall 2012 Prada graphic print coat, A.L.C. blouse, Robert Rodriguez skirt

Prada coat, A.L.C. blouse, Robert Rodriguez skirt

Balenciaga quilted moto jacket, Theyskens Theory printed blouse, Prada fall 2012 skirt

Balenciaga jacket, Theyskens Theory blouse, Prada skirt

plaid Prada sheath dress

Prada dress

Rachel Zoe faux fur jacket, shaggy faux fur coat, Halston heritage bandage dress

Halston Heritage dress, Rachel Zoe jacket

Cluny graphic print dress, Balenciaga bag

Cluny dress, Balenciaga bag

Prada animal print handbag, leopard print bag

Prada bag

fall 2012 Miu Miu studded booties, studded heels

Miu Miu studded heels

Free People faux fur vest, Marni statement necklace

Free People vest, DvF blouse, Marni necklace

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August 21, 2012

5 Footwear Trends for Fall 2012 and Spring 2013

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If you know how much I adore shoes, then you can probably imagine how pleased I was to attend the inaugural Lazr Tradeshow last week. Approximately 75 brands set up shop at L.A. Live, where labels such as Michael Antonio and Irregular Choice had pop-up shops for shoe-hungry shoppers. Along with a host of other bloggers, I was there to meet with reps and designers, discuss footwear trends, Instagram my heart out, and obsess over my favorite pieces. So let's get down to business...what trends can you expect to see for fall 2012 and spring 2013 in Women's footwear? Here are the five that stood out.

1. The sneaker wedge. These are not your average sneakers. They're a sporty alternative to ankle boots, and are likely inspired by versions from Isabel Marant and See by Chloé. This fall we're seeing updated styles with neon trim, fun fabrics, and metallic finishes. The first two photos below are Sugar shoes, and the third photo shows Zigi sneakers.

sugar sneaker wedge

2. Prints and patterns. Bold colors and prints will carry over to spring 2013. They take form in everything from stripes, plaids, and florals to tribal and patchwork fabrications. The first photo below is Michael Antonio, the striped wedges are by Very Volatile, and the plaid creepers are by T.U.K.

Michael Antonio printed wedges

3. Bold and light colors vs. pastels and neons. The pastel and neon electric shades of this spring and summer are still influencing styles for spring 2013. I spotted candy color hues in lavender, pink, and mint green in several booths. Quite a few lines showed fluorescents, most notably in hot pink, neon yellow, and brilliant green. The oxfords are by Very Volatile, and the colorblock loafer heels are by Penny Loves Kenny.

Very Volatile pastel oxfords

Penny Loves Kenny colorblock loafers, neon heels

4. Studs and spikes. The tough girl's embellishments of choice are strong trends for fall 2012. When it comes to spikes, designers are going all out with a bigger-is-better attitude.(Shoes as weapons, anyone?) The studded sculptural boots are by Irregular Choice, and the ankle boots are by Michael Antonio.

Irregular Choice studded boots

5. Boot barn. Western boots are having a moment, and with an array of mid-calf and knee-length styles landing for fall, there's more room for embellishments. Stitching, fabric panels, buckles, straps, and studs were all prominent details on boots that I spotted. In addition to the ubiquitous Cuban heel, the moto heel and block heel are other comfortable and practical options. The embroidered boots are by Penny Loves Kenny, and the knee boots are by Seychelles.

Penny Loves Kenny cowboy boots

Seychelles fabric Southwestern knee boots

I'll be posting more 2013 trends that I spot at WWDMAGIC, so watch this space for more trend coverage!

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