Lace dress / lace skirts women's trend

A trend round-up to inspire you for late summer 2010, but also a trend that you'd be a miss not to carry in to Autumn / Fall 2010/2011 : lace dresses and lace skirts.

Right now you're thinking  that is nothing new. And you're right. It is an extension of the sheer trends that has, for some time firmly cemented itself as its own,independent trend. So what follow is, instead more about how to wear the trend now, and how to set yourself apart from the masses-so that you can bring it forwards and into a new league. 

Types of lace

There are many difference type of lace and various methods for producing it-so many that we want go into them here. The long and short of it is this : it's now less about the stretch, all over lace and more about antique-style lace, fabrics that look like a more traditional needle or bobbin lace (even if they're machine made). Generally go for a wider net, a more unique pattern, a sturdier fabric, rather than thin stretch lace  

How to wear it?

The ultimate balance of lace in 2010/2011 is to be romantic but not over girly, sensual but not over suggestion like taking beautifully crafted lace that would have once been part of a garment and making it the only layer. The lace isn't an added detail of a garment. And thus we come to lace skirts and lace dresses. Dare to wear them without a slip underneath. Just keep the cut a little more relaxed or the hem a little longer to maintain that aforementioned balance.

Anna Dello Russo in black dress lace 

Olivia Palermo in tiered lace dress

Victoria in vintage lace skirt

Sophisticated 70s : Women Trend

We all want that vintage vibe in our wardrobe. That essence of an era gone by. And we want to cherry pick the sleekest, sexiest and most stylish looks from it. In recent years we're worn the best of the 20s and 30s, seen the rebirth and fading of an 80s come back, and we're just about to do it all again. But this time, is the 1970s that are due for a reinterpretation.

While 70s fashion is making waves and sure to continue on as a fashion trend in 2011, lets not forget that there are several variants. And you know what that means! All the more ways to get lots of wear out of your key seventies pieces, by taking them from 70s boho to a more sophisticated 70s look.

70s  Sophisticated by day

By day it's all about clean yet voluminous silhoutters and early 70s colour palettes. Look for

• High waisted wide leg pants or flares, smartly belted in.
• Next bow-blouses, epecially ones with billowing or bishop sleeves. Particularly great are fabrics like silks and satin
• Roll neck sweaters tucked into pants or skirts. Add to the 70s effect by layering over beaded necklaces or a vest.
• For those more daring, a pair of hot pants are the ultimate 70s item.
• A smart printed jumpsuit is another great alternative.   

Daytime 70s styling at Chloe A/W 2010

70S Sophistication by night

By night the 70s sophisticated turn into the ultimate socialite, with look at me shimmering fabrics and cuts that either tightly hug or sensually drape over the body.

• Choose high sher fabrics with a 70s disco-inspired edge like lurex or silk : anything with a metallic thread.
• Add a ruffled neckline under a brocade blazer or tuxedo jacket, paired with a sharp pair of pants.
• Long skinny gowns with draping, low necklines or dress slits are the ultimate in 70s night time glamour.

70 evening glamour at MIFW A/W 2010

Accessorising a sophisticated 70s look

Accessories are key when it come to creating a 70s look. Something to keep in mind.

• The right handbag completes a looks. Try for smart, high quality bags like a leather satchel for day, and a small bag with a long strap for night.
• Big statement leather belts slung over mini skirts or maxi dresses and impact and fair to a seventies-inspired outfit.
• A pair of an trend thigh high boots are probably already ne in your wardrobe by now-pair them with hot pants or a skirt for a decidedly sexed-up yet sophisticated 70s look.
• Wear lots of jewellery but keep it a little cleaner than for a boho look. Try lots of rings with bold stones, neat piles of bangles, and long pendant necklaces and stings of beads.
• Look to complimentary hairstyles like a sleek longer bob, masses of bouncy curls, or long frowning hair. 

Freja Beha Erichson in Vouge Nippon, August 2010

Spring 2011 Fashion Spring

It's already time to start thinking about the new trends for 2011. Especially spring looks. Last fall during fashion weeks in Kuala Lumpur I picked out some of the best spring 2011looks to share with you. And although the overall trend is toward minimalism (less is more) there's still plenty of newness to keep things interesting

Fashion week from Gucci

ARE FASHION MODEL TOO SKINNY?

People all over the world looks to fashion model for hint as to what the hottest styles include. These model wear only the best clothing, the best accessories, and the best make up. It is also considered that they have the best bodies as well. However, do they have the healthiest bodies ever?

There is a lot of controversy regarding the weight of the fashions models of today's fashions scene. While weight seems like a pretty this to be concerned about, in this case it is a very important thing. The weight of the models is decreasing at an alarming rate as these models try to be skinner than their competition. This often leads to health problems including high blood pressure and dehydration. It is also leads to fatigue and digestive problem for these models.

In addiction to the skinny models having serious health concern for them, they maybe inadvertently causing health problems for young men and women around the world as they attempt to follow in the models footsteps. There are many young adult who looks to the models not for fashion advice, but rather as the rules as to what fashion is. These young adults notice how all of the models are skinny and therefore assume that if one wishes to be accepted and viewed favourably that they too must be skinny. This leads to poor diet, poor self esteem and poor health. This is undergoing hormonal changes since that take up more calories and adds to the stress of the young adult.

While it is unfair to blame the models for the behaviour of the young adults, it can be said that these issues need to be resolved. By adding a little extra weight to those super skinny models, the clothing will fit better and look better. By adding this little extra weight America's youth will be less likely to go to extremes in their dieting and bodies issues. This can lead to healthier children and adults. 

Gonna look skinny like this?

NATURAL BEAUTY TIPS 2011

Everyone want to looked beauty. What the express way to look beauty?

1. Use anti aging moisturisers

This is the best time to look for a more reliable anti aging moisturisers. Look for something with enhanced potency. This way the ingredients will really work in sprucing up the core functions of your skins.

2. Your diet should be rich in vitamins A,C, and E proteins

These vitamins help a lot in tissue repair and moisturizing. But they also work as anti oxidants. These vitamins will help get rid of the production of functional keratin. Ordinary proteins are converted into functional ones.

3. Exercise and sweat out toxins in your body

Lots of toxins can accumulate in your body due to pollution and the foods you eat. Through exercise, you can get ride of the toxins that have accumulated. Sweat will purge out harmful substances that might cause weakening of skin function.

4. Sleep early

Your body undergoes regenerating functions when you sleep. In addition to that, growth are released during sleep. Get at least 6 hours of sleep in order to support the regenerative functions of the body

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