10 Fall Trends On The Rise

Edited by Jessica Lapidos

With New York Fashion Week over and done, we get to see what designers latched onto which wavelengths, sending down similar looks for us to love. Whether it’s an outlined slimming technique, laser technology treated leather, or the red wine that everyone in fashion’s been drinking, there are some trends that have permeated the runways. We’ve gathered 10 trends that have turned our heads from the indie runways up to the big guys’ catwalks. See what you may be wearing in 6 months time, or sooner. 

I’m Dreaming of a Blue Christmas

Edited by Jessica Lapidos

I’m dreaming of a blue Christmas, just like the ones I used to know. Maybe it’s because I’m a Jew and it’s Chanukah, and blue and white are our team colors, but from ice to vibrant to navy, blue is permeating the season of cheer. Check some pieces we’re crushing hard on, cause baby, we’ve got the holiday blues. 

Full Color Spectrum of Spring Fashion Week

Edited by Jessica Lapidos

Amongst the bevy of busy prints that has shaped this fashion week, we’ve noticed how equally represented Roy G. Biv has been. These shades, however, are unique to now, with a sense of vibrancy. According to designers in the Big 4: New York, London, Milan and Paris, it’s going to be a colorful Spring. Taste the rainbow. 

12 Fantastic NON-Floral Prints from Fashion Week

Edited by Jessica Lapidos

In a season that’s been bloomin’ full of florals, it’s refreshing to see busy patterns that are powered by something other than flowers and more flowers. See a dozen designers that didn’t turn up roses, thankfully.

10 Reasons We Should Talk Tribal

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

Summer is the time for bright colors, short shorts and bold prints. If you haven’t jumped on the tribal train yet, it’s definitely a trend to try before summer’s end. Here are 10 reasons to love tribal and integrate it into your wardrobe.

What Thee Shouldst Wear for A Midsummer Day’s Work

Edited by Jessica Lapidos

Thy day is fraught with temperature burning.

Thou wouldst to wear a muumuu, else nothing,

but work awaits ye, chic o thee must be.

Hark! Ensembles o’er here! Thrice beest thine!

And all that is made cometh from here,

the States that doth be United in

America. Except for all shoes.

Find thyself looking bright to work ere’day,

Support thee and thy country in this way.

***Sparknotes version: Three looks for work on a summer’s day. All made in the USA, shoes not withstanding. See it all here.

Perfect Maxi Dresses for Your 9 Festival Lives

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

Editor Jessica is in the thick of Bonnaroo, showing off her awesome fashion sense while listening to all the amazing festival acts. If you take a look inside her rucksack for the weekend, you won’t find a shortage of colorful printed maxi dresses. The carefree look and feel of this silhouette make it the perfect style for summer music fests. If you can’t choose just one, we have nine perfect choices for every personality.

The Best Breathable Fabrics for Cool & Carefree Summer Frolicking

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

Summer in the city can be both a blessing and a curse, especially if you don’t have a beach house to getaway every now and then. The heat mercilessly gets trapped within the concrete jungle, making it difficult to do much else but sit around in the air conditioning. But not too fear because there are ways of staying cool during the summer months just by getting dressed in the morning. We got to chat with expert wardrobe stylist Chrissy Volk about the best breathable fabrics and fabric blends to keep you cool during the summer. Check out her recommendations and our clothing picks after the jump.

Bloomingdale’s Gets into the Mother’s Day Spirit

Edited by Lester Brathwaite

To commemorate Mother’s Day — the day for which greeting cards were invented (or maybe vice versa) — Bloomingdale’s is showcasing five designers and their mothers in their windows on Lexington Ave.

How To Hide & Shape the Tummy Without Anyone Noticing

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

It has been called many things over the years – pooch, beer belly, gut, FUPA, muffin top. No matter the name, having a little extra pudge in the stomach area is somewhat inevitable unless you eat nothing and work out a grillion hours a week. If you don’t have time for this nonsense, we have some solutions for you. Here are six ways you can hide and shape the tummy under spring clothing.