The discussion with jibjab on how to make cutouts pieces look less loud makes me what to post this outfit I’ve almost forgotten. 
There are no cutcouts in this look, but the idea is quite the same. When there is a statement piece (the necklace here), I’d rather keep everything else simple.
BTW, If you are the type of person who prefer simple and modest clothes, bold accessories are always a good choice to add some visual interest.
Another trend I find interesting is the new cutouts & see-throughs. These designs are definitely not for everyone, but I think they can be somehow very chic and mysterious if done tastefully. Would you use them to spice up your summer basics? 
A friend showed me an editorial Julia Restoin-Roitfeld modeled for Vogue China the other day. It is called “From Runway to Her Way”. I think the idea is quite nice because I like to mix designer clothes with H&M, Zara… myself. These “her way” outfits are not really inspirational but they are indeed easy to wear ensembles, that’s why I would like to share them with you gals anyway.
Have a nice weekend!
left: Dolce & Gabbana FW09 | right: dress: Dolce & Gabbana, cardi: United Colors of Benetton, bag: Zara, booties: Paul & Joe
left: Prada FW09 | right: cardi: Prada, tee: Isabel Marant, skirt: Topshop, clutch: Mango
left: Miu Miu FW09 | right: skirt: Miu Miu, top: DKNY, clutch: Topshop
left: Jean Paul Gaultier FW09 | right: Coat: JPG, tee: Zadig & Voltaire, pants: Boss, shoes: Mango, clutch: Zara, belt: Lacoste
It’s getting colder, but the good news is: “If winter comes, can spring be far behind?” Maybe now it’s time to talk about the S/S2010 trends.
Unlike the crazy eighties, I really love how leather is now applied for summer looks. It’s no secret that the leather jacket has become a wardrobe essential and in fact leather has never been out of fashion, however, it is still interesting to see how women’s leather clothing is being taken to a new level. Like a homage to nature: simple, down to earth, yet with an air of fresh modernity.
Please feel free to express your opinions and share your favorite trends.
Since a dear friend asked me why the Hermès scarf is so special. I would like to share something I know. The first Hermès scarf was produced in 1928, inspired by Napolean’s soldiers. It was a big success, Hermès later launched its first carré in 1937 at a factory in Lyon. This is the begin of a silk journey.
BTW, I store all my carrés in their orange boxes (wrapped in the original acid-free paper). Tagged their names and colors on the box so that I don’t need to open each box to find the right one.
Many Hermès scarfies have been waiting for this for years…Now Hermès has finally decided to issue a book documenting it’s scarves from the first one debuted in 1937 right up to the present day.
I was very excited when I first heard this news. As a scarf lover, I would love to own such a book that would have covered each scarf from day one, with a brief description of the artists and the stories behind. However, I figured out later that there are only less than 200 scarves featured in this book and with very few descriptions. It is indeed beautifully made, but sadly not really the one I’ve been expecting.
My dear fellow scarfies, what’s your thoughts?
of my DIYed statement necklace. Team it with a floral dress (for a dramatic contrast), a gray wool coat (toning down the busy print of the dress) and a pair of black suede booties (for a flair of urban edge).
I was talking to a friend yesterday and we were discussing how to make the dreary and boring winter outfits more fun? In the end we both agreed that using the right accessories might be the best way (hey, if you’ve got a better idea, pls let us know ).
Besides scarves, hats, gloves… I really want to play with arm warmers this winter. They will lend a casual and sporty attitude to a cold-weather wardrobe. Paired them with a dress this time, what do you think?
Have a nice weekend everyone~~ 
I’ve read somewhere about the rules of the minimalist french Wardrobe. It is said that many French women only buy 5 good pieces a season. I truly love the idea because over the years, I’ve learned that it’s not how much you have to enjoy, but how much you enjoy what you have.
The core of this idea is rather simple:
Build up yourself a wardrobe with a handful classic key pieces. You then add every season 4-5 new items into your wardrobe to keep it up-to-date. Fit, fabric and quality is more important than quantity, and it is better to spend your clothes budget on something you’d love and cherish forever, awesome pieces which will amaze youself every time when you put them on. Last but not least, pick up the right accessories to keep your look fresh. The end result is a closet that is minimalist but high on style.
Based on these rules, I limited the items on my FW09 wishlist to the following 5. Hope I can stick to the plan and more important, find the real fabulous pieces~~
Have you already got everything on your list?
…that I love the idea of statement jewelery? Like scarves, they are that kind of accessories which will tie up every look with personality. I played with two old necklaces again and wrapped them with a new red suede rope. And viola, here comes my very own statement necklace, hehe~~
This one is something I found at H&M the other day. For less than 3 Euro, I am amazed how well it is made and how bold and beautiful it is. Can be used as a scarf ring too, just fabulous! ^_*
