The Art Of Layering
The Top Ten Must-Haves: Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear
A Posher Parka
Down jackets are no longer daytime-only gear. Thakoon Panichgul tossed his over an evening frock—a smart idea should we have another winter like this one.
A Colored Fur
We can thank Miuccia Prada and her striped fox stoles for this trend. Colored fur wasn’t just all over the front row; it was positively everywhere on the Fall runways—nowhere more glamorously than at Michael Kors.
Skinny Ski Pants
Fall’s new pants are slim and tapered. At Jil Sander, Raf Simons cut his with stirrups that slipped through slots in the collection’s wedge heels for a super-streamlined fit that’s way too polished for the ski lodge.
A Novelty Sweatshirt
Giles Deacon did wolves at Ungaro and Riccardo Tisci had Bettie Page at Givenchy. Jason Wu dressed up his gray sweatshirt with delicate strips of black lace down the sleeves.
A Bright Bag
Forget basic black. The bags to buy for Fall, including this one from Proenza Schouler, come in blazing, can’t-miss-‘em colors. The better to get papped by the street-style brigade.
Furry Heels
No doubt about it—designers have been caught by the fuzz. Fur is even showing up on evening shoes; the ankle straps of Altuzarra’s heels came swathed in goat hair.
A Choker
Given that things got kinky on the runways (see Givenchy, Louis Vuitton), it’s only fitting that chokers are the bauble of choice this season. Nobody does them like Alber Elbaz at Lanvin.
The “LETHAL LOVE” Manicure!
“It’s a very dangerous, lethal person with a feminine, soft side,” explained manicurist Wanda Ruiz for CND (Creative Nail Designs). To get these ombré-style nails at home, Ruiz recommends you paint the brand’s Inkwell or Oil Slick polish as a base, starting from the cuticle and blending out toward the center. Next apply a saturated color, such as Anchor Blue, Green Scene, Rouge Red, or Midnight Sapphire (which are the exact shades featured at the show), and immediately finish with a topcoat to diffuse the colors together!
Super HOT!
6 Perfect Outfits For The In-Between Season
Grunged-up grandma florals never looked so good. The slouchy beanie keeps this outfit from being too precious, and provides a bit of warmth when the days get cooler.
Cacharel pre-fall ‘12; Urban Excess Black Oversized Beanie, $14, available at Urban Expresss; Dolce Vita “Jemma” Platform Booties, $225, available at Zappos; LP Collection Sliced Skinny Leather Hip Belt, $80, available at LP Collection; ASOS Floral Dress with Dipped Hem, $121, available ASOS.
6 Perfect Outfits For The In-Between Season
A leather mini-skirt is usually too warm for summer, but too chilly for winter. ‘Tis the time for a buttery brown version!
Jenni Kayne pre-fall ‘12; Delias Kenzie Cascade Cardigan, $14.99, available at Delias; Hartley’s Coin Charm Chain Bracelet, $33.95, available at Fantasy Jewelry Box; Reiss Bonita Faux Leather Mini Skirt, $155, available at John Lewis; Topshop Suede Ballet Flats, $50, available at Topshop.
6 Perfect Outfits For The In-Between Season
We dig how fierce and functional this look is. The utilitarian vest and combat boots means you can stalk the streets or run from the rain at the drop of a hat.
Rag&Bone pre-fall ‘12; Calvin Klein Striped Slouch Sock, $16, available at House of Fraser; F21 Lace-Up Leatherette Boots, $27.50, available at Forever21; 2627-Line V-Neck T-Shirt Dress, $80, available at AmRag; Tankus Hooded Parka Vest, $151.50, available at Acrimony.
6 Perfect Outfits For The In-Between Season
It might finally be the time to try out pointy-toe pumps. Shoes like these are meant for this in-between season. Keep things boyish with roomy trousers and a loose blouse.
Preen pre-fall ‘12; Viktor & Rolf Stripe Silk Shirt, $322.50, available at La Garconne; Talbots Suede Pump, $149, available at Talbots; Topshop Triple Leather Bow Belt, $32, available at Topshop; Revlon Moon Drops Lipstick, $15.99, available at Amazon; Maro Grifoni Pant, $69.38, available at Yoox.
6 Perfect Outfits For The In-Between Season
Don’t be afraid to still rock your summer colors! A tropical dress looks chic when topped with a tough army jacket.
DSQUARED pre-fall ‘12; SNOB Jacket, $93.70, available at We Like Fashion; DSQUARED2 Ottawa Kabuki Bag, $765, available at Shopbop; See by Chloé Silk Dress, $307.11, available at The Outnet; Diane von Furstenberg Indo Heel, $280, available at DVF.
6 Perfect Outfits For The In-Between Season
Prim shorts, a thin sweater, and a wide belt look totally fresh when they’re all in the same hue. Nude socks and shoes help elongate your silhouette.
3.1 Phillip Lim pre-fall ‘12; Cacharel Woven Belt, $95, available at Les Nouvelles; Warehouse High-Waisted Shorts, $40, available at Warehouse; Forever21 Floral Knit Socks, $3.80, available at Forever21; J.Crew Cashmere V-neck Sweater, $168, available at J.Crew; Belle by Sigerson Morrison Clog Mule, $175, available at La Garconne.
Nina Dobrev. The 22-year-old Vampire Diaries star stepped out in a gorgeous strapless Donna Karan gown.
Kristen Wiig. The 38-year-old actress wore a Zac Posen dress and Fred Leighton jewelry.
Kerry Washington. The 34-year-old actress and star of the upcoming new television show Scandal wore Jimmy Choo “Vibe” platform pumps and a “Tube” clutch, which she paired with a bright red dress and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.
Olivia Munn. The 31-year-old Daily Show correspondent wore a Carolina Herrera emerald green gown, Bulgari emerald and diamond earrings, a Jennifer Meyer ring, Christian Louboutin shoes, and a Carolina Herrera clutch.
SofiaVergara. The 39-year-old Modern Family star wore a custom Vera Wang coral one-shouldered crepe gown with chiffon draping and tumbled tulle. She finished off her look with Casadei heels and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.
Heidi Klum. The 38-year-old model chose a one of a kind Christian Siriano dress, Lorraine Schwartz jewelry, and Christian Louboutin shoes.
Gwyneth Paltrow. The 38-year-old actress wore a Pucci dress, Neil Lane jewelry, and the Roger Vivier Spider sandal.
Julia Stiles. The 30-year-old actress is wearing a Georges Hobeika Couture dress, Rene Caovilla grey satin with Swarovski crystal slingback heels, Forevermark jewelry, and carrying Kotur.
Lea Michele. 25-year-old actress steps out in a red Marchesa dress, finished off her look with Manolo Blahnik shoes and Lorraine Schwartz jewels.
