Fashion Trends

Victoria Beckham Messenger Bag For financial and practical reasons I set a challenge for myself in 2010, to not buy any shoes. Shoes are my one true love and it’s been a challenge but so far I’ve been successful. That is I’ve been successful in not buying shoes but maybe not in saving money. It appears as though my addiction has shifted to handbags. The handbag fixation started with an oversized pink handbag because that is one of the big trends for the spring. I may love this pink handbag... more

Vera Farmiga at the Oscars You can’t really determine what the fashion trends of the year will be based on the evening wear that the women sported on the red carpet, but I think that the majority of the actresses presenting, accepting and nominated for films this year looked so striking that we will be seeing some of those trends translating into street clothing. One thing I noticed and loved (mostly) was the number of beautiful red dresses that the women chose to wear. One big EW in the red dress... more

Megan Fox Short Shorts If your New Year’s Resolution was to hit the gym I sure hope you hit it hard because you’re going to want to be in tip top shape for the latest fashion trends coming down the pipe. Spring 2010 fashion trends will be all about showing skin. First you’re going to want to make sure your butt and thighs are in the best shape that they’ve been ever, especially if you’re going to follow the fashion trends for 2010 because short shorts are going to be everywhere. There are... more

A couple years ago some unusual t-shirts started popping up on celebrities, the t-shirts were made of soft worn fabric and featured a graphic print on the front that was loud and busy and sort of resembled an elaborate tattoo. Printed clearly on the t-shirts was the name Ed Hardy. But who is Ed Hardy? Ed Hardy is a pseudonym for designer Christian Audigier who burst onto the scene about seven years ago and now is the proud owner of nine international fashion brands and a slew of fans, both famous... more

Sweatshirt Last year the runways were packed with sweatshirt material as designers looked to combat the economy by finding an affordable fabric and a comfortable versatile look that would appeal to people trying to cut corners. This year may be the year of the sweatshirt. One designer that’s creating a stir with their sweatshirt designs that go from day to night is Aiko. The fabrics they have chosen are not your standard sports team sweatshirt fabric but much more luxurious and comfortable, almost... more

Calvin Klein Old Models I’m all for models looking like real women, I’m so sick of the nubile young sticks. So one would think I’d applaud Calvin Klein for bringing back some *gasp* old models for Fashion Week. (By old models we mean ones in their 30’s and 40’s – but still it’s something). So out come these ancient relics of the fashion world and rather than proving that age can be beautiful, these women look horrible. They’re dressed in dumpy and basically shapeless grey dresses,... more

2010 Olympic Logo Is anyone else inspired by the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver? Or to be more to the point, is anyone else inspired by the bodies of these athletes? So this year I made the New Year’s resolution to start working out. It’s actually a New Year’s resolution I don’t often make, I vow to get in shape or eat better but I rarely decide that I’m going to start working out or join a gym. But this year I did both and I’m still at it. I’ve actually gained weight, but I’m... more

Marc Jacobs Fashion Week 2010 Well it’s here…Fashion Week! So what will be the new trends in 2010 and beyond according to the top designers in the world? Jumpsuits and Rompers Oh it pains me to say that the horrible fashion trend of jumpsuits and rompers is still in style. And it will probably pick up a little steam this year. I think it’s because designers only work with stick figured models that they’ve lost touch with reality and the reality is, jumpers and rompers look horrible on the... more

Sarah Jessica Parker A few new accessory trends are cropping up for spring 2010 and only one of them is getting a double thumbs up from me. One of the trends that seems to be moving our way is statement earrings. Statement necklaces are still riding a trendy wave so big warning to all those who are a little fashion impaired, more is not better. Choose your statement accessory wisely and go with that one statement only. This trend is okay in my book but I have a really funny class picture from the... more

Tim Gunn Does anyone watch What Not to Wear or Tim Gunn’s Guide to Style? Both of these television programs give some great tips on how to dress to impress and they help fashion deficient people with everyday looks? Overall they’re good shows but the thing I have a problem with is their casual looks. The running errands outfits are absolutely ridiculous. Who’s really going to put on a cute little pencil skirt and a casual sweater and then slip into a pair of low pumps before they run to the... more