Top 5 Fashion Trends for Fall 2011 – Tuxedo Dressing

In 1975 Helmut Newton’s iconic photo of Yves Saint Laurent’s Le Smoking Jacket was published in French Vogue.  The androgynous look was the definition of boy meets girl and the resurgence of this fall 2011 trend is just that.  A perfect relaxed mix of tailored masculinity and textural femininity.

Strongly influenced by the 70′s there are few rules to today’s Tuxedo trend . On the runway we are seeing it done in black and white, but Tom Ford has used a sexy mix of crimson and black giving the trend even more dimension and depth.  This is an easy trend to replicate in real life and I am sure you have many pieces in your wardrobe already to create this look. The bow tie is back in a big way, and it’s an easy way to update any classic white shirt for the Fall fashion.

 Jason Wu, Alexander Wang, Ralph Lauren, stella mccartney, donna karan, narciso rodriguez

Janelle Monae might be the poster child for the new tuxedo trend.  Her signature look is a perfect example of the modern mix of androgyny .  Kate Moss also does a fabulous job of making this trend wearable for day and extremely casual.  By mixing a tuxedo jacket with just about anything suddenly a t-shirt and skinny jeans becomes Tuxedo Trendy.

Here are 5 Tips to wearing the Tuxedo Trend.

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1.  Play with pants.  High-waisted, flared, and skinny anything goes here.  Tailoring is key as well as texture.  Try some satin shine, a wooly blend or throw in another trend for Fall, leather.  Just make sure whatever style you choose flatters your figure and fits immaculately. Tailored, tailored, tailored.

2. Fabrics. Don’t just stick to the obvious cotton white collared blouse. Here we want to see sheer, silk and lace. Play with texture or for a super sexy look go sans shirt with just a low cut jacket.  Zexy!

3.  Add one Tuxedo piece.  Instead of trying for an entire tuxedo outfit just add one piece.  Like a cummerbund with wide leg trousers, a bow-tie with a sleeveless collared shirt, a tuxedo shirt with a skater skirt or a tuxedo jacket with anything, or nothing ; ).

4.  Head to toe continuity.  For a more formal take try a different approach like the cream jacket shirt and pants like the photo above or all crimson like Tom Ford has done.

5.  Brogues.  Leather brogues are the perfect practical shoe to add some androgyny to any of the above combinations.

Do you have some ideas for Tuxedo Dressing?  Let us know in the comment section and if you find some fabulous photos post them on our Facebook page. We will Tweet the best ones. : )

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Top 5 Fashion Trends for Fall 2011

Unfortunately summer is almost over, but fortunately that means we get to indulge in the new Fall fashions very very soon. As we all know the latest trends can be a touch overwhelming, so I have narrowed them down to the Top 5 2011 Fashion Trends for Fall. Over the next five weeks I will be breaking down the trends for you and giving you practical advice on how to wear the looks in your every day life.  Because let’s face it, what we see on the runway is far from realistic for most of us.  So check back each week for the latest edition to see what’s in fashion.

 

Tuxedo Dressing         Graphics               Polka Dots             Color           Maxi Lengths

 

 

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Her Nashville: Her Favorites – August

Athletically Speaking is the theme of this month’s Her Nashville.   Mizzie and I highlighted our favorite workouts and fitness studios, and basically created a love letter to lululemon athletica for our Her Favorites column.  I confess I have an addiction to their workout gear.

While there are some other fitness related features, this issue is really all about feeling great inside and out.  One of our favorite columns this month features two fantastic ladies who we “got to know” a couple weeks ago.  Go to page 32 to ready more about Bailey Spaulding and Robyn Virball, owners of Jackalope Brewing Company.

Enjoy the issue and we’ll be back with our Favorites again in October!

 

Trend – Color Blocking

I must admit I was resistant of this trend when I first saw it.  Mainly because of it’s vivid contradiction to my usual gray, white and black palette.  But the other day I pulled out a pair of lavender jeans I have not worn in ages and decided to try the trend. Luckily I was able to piece together a rather fun outfit using a green grandpa cardigan I have tried to throw out multiple times but thought “someday this might come in handy” and a striped shirt from Zara.  So ladies, pull out all your “purchased on a whim” whimsical pieces.  Enjoy the sunshine, if you’re in a place where there is sunshine, have some fun and dress like a rainbow.

 

My version of color blocking.  I kind of cheated with the shirt but this was a casual look. You could replace the shirt with a bright pink top. 

 

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Olivia Wilde 

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Trend – Maxi Skirts

Trend Tip – The maxi skirt can be maxi intimidating, no? Yes! Well have no fear my fashion mavens. Be bold and try this trend using these simple tips and inspiration. The maxi skirt is like the maxi dress. It can easily take you from a walk on the beach to a posh night out. It works best with a slimming top which means either cropped or long and fitted.  Basically, make sure your waistline is at least acknowledged. It’s nice, but not necessary to show some skin up top.  Heels or flats will work, just make sure the length of the skirt barely brushes the floor.  We would love love love to see how you ladies wear this trend. Please email us with pics or comment below with your ideas.

Photo Credits: Laurasstyle.blogspot.com, diabolinafashiondiary.blogspot.com, ohstyle.net, magtrends.com, fashionfame.com, vogue.it, ravishingstyle.blogspot.com, refinery29.com, 

Her Nashville: Her Favorites for June

As Mizzie and I work on our copy for our August Her Nashville Her Favorites column, we realized we Tweeted and Facebooked our June column, but never really posted about it.  For those who may not know, we write Her Favorites every other month.  April was our first issue and we recapped some of our favorite shopping spots in six Nashville neighborhoods.  June is the music issue and we tackled what we like to wear to some of our favorite music venues.  Now that I know this weekend has ended up being one of the hottest on record, I would’ve changed my Bonnaroo outfit around a bit.  I definitely would’ve lost the boots and the black top & added a giant hat and 110 SPF sunscreen. (Yes, they make it and yes, sadly I have already used it.)  August is a bit of a different spin for us, but that’s all I can say for now.  You’ll just have to pick up the August issue to find out.