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Tim Burton, Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter are back! But this time they’re ready to take on an old Disney tale and spice it up with Burton’s psychadelic vision . Whether or not you’ve seen the movie yet, you can join in on the fun with some sexy Alice in Wonderland costumes. Shrink into this Leg Avenue Alice costume for just $36.99.
Or rule the land with this Queen of Hearts costume for just $51.99.
You can even be a little quirky in this Mad Hatter costume for just $57.69.
After the Fall/Winter 2010 Fashion Week, I can say that the lingerie as outerwear trend is definitely hear to stay. Many lingerie retailers believe that this trend has a direct correlation with the rise in popularity of pasties and nipple tassels. According to a Wickedelic press release, their nipple cover sales have gone up 20 percent in the last couple of months because of stars like Rihanna and Lady Gaga sporting the nipple covers with see-through tops and lingerie-type garments. Follow the trend by getting a pair yourself. You can get some pasties with tassels for some extra fun in the bedroom, or you can simply get the ever-so-popular Nippies to wear with low-cut tops or backless dresses.
For more on Nippies, read Look Confident With Nippies.
I have to say that my favorite collection of this season’s Fashion W
eek (so far) is Sophie Theallet’s. While the boho-chic style is one of my favorites, I really enjoyed Theallet’s use of color. So many fall collections are filled with black and gray, but Theallet’s collection included a unique palette of reds, blues and golds. I particularly liked her coats. Most of the coats this Fall 2010 Fashion Week looked like potato sacks, but Theallet’s were very wearable, cut just below the waist with a variety of belts to tie them shut. I also appreciated her variety of dresses and skirts from long sleeve to sleeveless to maxi dresses. Not only were the clothes spectacular, but I thought that the ankle boots adorning each model were a nice finishing touch. And their tousled hair added to the spunky, boho theme. For more photos, check out the collection at Elle.com.
Yes, it’s that time of year again. The Fall/Winter 2010 Fashion Week is upon us, and two of the new “it” designers, Alexander Wang and Jason Wu, have surprised me yet again. Both designers have changed my opinion about their work in these latest collections, and not necessarily in a good way.
If you recall, I did not like Wang’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection in my Spring/Summer 2010 Fashion Week review. His jersey-football-inspired collection was too sporty for me. However, I think his latest collection is exquisite. While there are still some bare midriffs in this collection, I think it comes from a more stylish place. The intricate detail in his dresses and suits were tailored to fit, creating a fashionable working woman. And the high knee socks that created a recurring theme in his collection were a nice nod to the trends of the times. Unfortunately, Jason Wu was the one to hit and miss this time around. His Spring/Summer 2010 collection was full of color and life, but this latest collection was extremely unflattering. His over-sized bubble dresses and hobo-like jackets were not appealing, not to mention they made even the skinniest models look unattractive. So far, this fashion week has completely changed my views about these two designers. Now, I’m already excited for next season to see what they have in store for us. What did you think about the two designers?
Valentine’s Day is an excuse to look smoking hot — not that you really need one — but it’s certainly fun to dress up for special occasions. And, above all, Valentine’s Day is the night to look sexy. That’s why I created an outfit on Polyvore to show off some looks that I think would look great this Valentine’s season. I chose a sexy red dress for the day, but any cute cocktail dress or sexy top would do. Of course, it’s what’s underneath that counts on this holiday though. Whether you’re a panty, babydoll or corset kind of gal, I picked out some of my favorites of the season to show just how sexy you can look this Sunday. Of course, it wouldn’t be Valentine’s Day without some sort of heart garnish. That’s why a simple pair of heart earrings or a heart necklace would show off your spirit without looking too cheesy. For suggestions on how to “set the mood” this Valentine’s Day, read 4 Ways to Set the Mood This Valentine’s Day.
Items in this set:
I have to admit I’ve never been a vest person. When I was little, pullover vests that my mom made me wear were my worst enemy. And I couldn’t understand the craze when puffy vests came into style in the ’90s. It was as if several marshmallow Michelin men had take over the streets. However, I kind of like the latest vest trend. Designers have finally found a way to make vests work, whether they’re long and flowy or short and studded.
The long vests or (sleeveless sweaters) that drape over any outfit really do go with anything. I recently bought one with an uncertainty in the back of my head, but I’ve come to find that they add an extra element to any outfit. Lindsay Lohan (pictured above) is rockin’ this trend in a gray one that looks very similar to mine. I also like the shorter vests with a couple of studs on them that continue to adorn various hipsters to date. Here’s Beyonce in a studded vest that certainly shows off her diva ways. Maybe it’s the rocker look that I like, but these 21st century vests have certainly changed my mind about this once-hated piece of apparel.
I wanted to direct all of my readers to one of my favorite sites that I try and go to every day — not necessarily to shop — but to click. The Hunger Site is set up so that if you click on their “Click to Give-it’s FREE!” button, 1.1 cups of food are donated to the hungry. I know it sounds too good to be true, but it actually works. Once you click the button, the site displays ads from their site sponsors, and 100% of the advertisers’ money goes to fund programs that give food to the hungry. You can also donate money directly to help survivors of the earthquake in Haiti. So far, the site has raised $253,162 for immediate relief and health supplies towards Partners in Health, a non-governmental health care provider that’s been in Haiti for almost 25 years.
That’s not all you can do either. You can also shop on the site! The site has several clothes, purses, jewelry and other gift items that you can purchase. By purchasing from the site, the Hunger Site will fund an additional amount of food based on how much you buy. For example, I love this Priya Handmade Sundress (below), and I can get it for just $42.95. But more importantly, if I buy it, 50 cups of food will be donated to the hungry.
Are we ready for spring yet or what? With the winter well underway, here’s a bright and shining light to think about at the end of that dark, very snowy tunnel: Spring 2010 Fashion Trends. Each spring seems to get bolder and bolder, and this year is no exception. From bright colors to corsets to sporty wear to a possibly-Lady-Gaga-inspired “warrior” trend, this year’s spring and summer fashion trends cover such a large variety of styles that they may include just about anyone.
Tie Dye:
The seventies are still here to stay with a new tie-dye trend that’s becoming ever so popular. And not just a pick up a tie-dye shirt to take to the Bonnaroo Music Festival kind of tie dye. This trend is reaching new levels as designers incorporate tie dye into cocktail dresses and red carpet attire.
One thing that I’ve noticed more of this winter is umbrellas. These weather protective devices have suddenly turned from just that to a trendy fashion accessory. They’re not just standard black anymore. They come in all shapes, sizes and colors — I recently spotted a green one with frog eyes on top of it. Along with this new-found trend, I’ve noticed hefty price tags. You can’t buy an umbrella anymore without spending at least $30 or $40. While I understand the need for an umbrella when you’re walking twenty minutes home from a bus stop, I don’t understand the people that use them to walk three minutes to their car door. It’s times like those when I find umbrellas pointless. It takes me at least a full minute to open mine. And while mine does have a button that dramatically opens it up with the same shooting force as a light saber, it never works when I need it too. All the while, I’m standing there dripping wet when I could have made it to my destination already. One other thing that deters me from umbrellas is wind. Just last night, I was walking along — umbrella in hand — and a big gust of wind turned it inside out from its natural mushroom shape to the shape of a very well-nourished tulip. It’s times like these when I think there is no reason to spend more than $10 on an umbrella. That’s why I’m a rain-jacket-with-a-hood kind of gal. What are you?
I’ve been looking for a cute spring bag, and I think I’ve found it. Surfing around on one of my favorite bag websites, World of Bags, I recently saw that they added a new bag brand: Amy Kathryn. I had never heard of the designer, but I certainly love the bags. The pastel and earthy colors mixed with unique floral and line patterns make these bags perfect for spring. And they’re reasonably priced — anything from $50 to $100. I’m thinking about getting the Signature Bronze bag for just $75.60. What do you all think?
Items in the above set:
Star Gazer - Chestnut, $95
Gladiola - Slate, $88
Heather - Slate, $88
Freesia Black, $76
