The Drop Crotch Trend

An odd trend I have been noticing a lot lately is... the drop crotch. I accidentally bought a few pairs and must admit I am loving them. I will be making a post on different ways to wear them soon.

So here are some street style shots from The Sartorialist and Face Hunter. I love to compare the translation from runway to street style.






Face Hunter :



Dior Homme Fall 2007











3.1 Philip Lim Spring 2008



I think the key to wearing these pants is confidence. Look at every individuals attitude in the above pictures. They are confident and owning the look.

Get your own:


Ksubi $ 235.00 Oak NYC
twisted seam and drop crotch. I would love to see these on someone!

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Lux Knit Convertible Harem Pant $58.00


Other suggestions from urban outfitters:


Lux Knit Ankle Harem Pant $38.00


Lux Cord Drawstring Pant $34.99 Was $48.00

Philip Lim Flying Coach?

FLYING COACH:

Could Phillip Lim soon be creating apparel pieces for Coach? Word is the designer has had a few conversations with the accessories giant for a possible collaboration with Reed Krakoff, Coach's president and executive creative director. Further details could not be learned, but the focus could be on trenchcoats. The project is said to be in its nascent stages, and product is unlikely to hit Coach stores before spring or even fall 2008. It wouldn't be Coach's first apparel venture. Last year, the New York-based company struck a deal with cashmere label Lutz & Patmos for a capsule line of women's knitwear.
Read the rest of this article here...

Philip Lim is easily one of my favorite "up and coming" designers. I am very confident he will soon become a household name. And I definitely can't wait to see what he will do for Coach. (check out the Legacy collection).

The Unexpected at The Gap

I happened to be at the Gap the other day when I noticed these shirt dresses in the window. Immediately thought: Perfect staple piece for Spring and Fall. All depending on styling, of course.



$69.50
There are soo many ways to wear these dresses. I'll work on some examples.

So I decided to see what else Gap might have to offer. Oddly, this bag struck me as ugly, but in a good way... if that's possible.


$128.00

Not convinced? Picture that purse with this sweet and delicate dress by
3.1 Philip Lim.


...and these shoes:


Gap $39.50

These shoes are pretty cute too. Especially, when paired with a dress like the Marc Jacobs one. Throw on the herringbone tights. And don't forget the fabulous trench!


Gap $39.50


Gap Herringbone Tights $12.50



Marc by Marc Jacobs $368.00

Power Piece: The Staple Trench

I know, I know, technically it IS still summer and yeah I do live in Houston, Texas... the dirty (hot, hot) South..point is who am I kidding?... We're all totally psyched for Fall!...
New classes, new pressures and new clothes!
Here are a variety of picks for some great trench coat styles at both designer and non-designer prices.

The Classic Trench
Built to be weather practical yet versatile enough for a glamorous cocktail soiree. There are plenty of different styles to differentiate yourself from other trenches.
Here are a few examples from the Fall 2007 Collections:

Philip Lim 3.1


Sonia Rykiel



Dior Homme


Yohji Yamamoto


Wunderkind



Karl Lagerfeld


Betsey Johnson


Salvatore Ferragamo



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Trend to watch for: military inspired trench/pea coats

Valentino



Ralph Lauren


Burberry Prorsum







Although, I do suggest quality when purchasing a staple or a classic such as a trench. Here are some more affordable alternatives.

Forever 21 $37.80- you can make this more interestin by adding fun/vintage buttons.


Forever 21 $34.80


Old Navy $39.50- Spice this baby up with a colored/patterned belt!


Banana Republic $188.00


Juicy Couture $428.00


Mike and Chris $276.00


Find more trench coats at Shop Bop.

Of course this is only an introduction. I will be posting more examples. And for those of you still on the fence about trench coats... perhaps these stylish dudes will help you in your decision making process.