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Paris Spring 2008: Trendspotting

Paris Spring 2008: Trendspotting

It’s true that Paris is not The Cult’s favorite fashion week, but it cannot be denied that the city is still at the helm of the fashion world. Shows in the City of Lights tend more toward the avant garde than in any other of the four best knows fashion weeks (New York, London,...
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Fall 07 Mens: Oversized Sweaters

Fall 07 Mens: Oversized Sweaters

This isn’t a trend that I much care for, but I had to note it. These kinds of trends always intrigue me; i wonder about what’s in the air that’s triggering sloppy silouettes. I’ll throw it in the grunge-is-back pile. Tags: fall, fashion, designer, runway, style, trends, sweaters, ysl, missoni, dries van noten, burberry...
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Spring Accessories Report: Plastics

Spring Accessories Report: Plastics

Plastic isn’t generally considered a luxury textile. Right now, however, designers are enticing well-heeled shopper to spend thousands on accessories made from PVC, lucite, plexiglass, and other transparent plastics. I don’t really see these as great investment pieces. Not only is the material less than luxurious, it’s not the most durable of trends. But...
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Spring Accessories Report: Metallics

Spring Accessories Report: Metallics

I would have thought that designers would slow down on the metallics by now, but the shiny trend is still going strong. Gold and silver lames and leathers are everywhere in designer accessories. Here are some of the best. Chloe Chanel Marc Jacobs Hogan Christain Louboutin Dior Manolo Blahnik Tod’s Burberry (an example of...
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Gold Rush

Gold Rush

It’s undeniable: the 80s are back. From leggings to lace, the styles of the 1980s have been seen all over the runways and sidewalks. This includes a resurgence of gold – silver’s rich, ugly stepsister whom we’ve all hated for the last 15-20 years. But if you can come to terms with a polka...
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