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Arm Party

Kristina — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 07:17:16 +0000

Ahhh…the arm party. Coined by one lovely Man Repeller, the trend has been around for longer than its name. Editrixes, models and fashion bloggers alike all sport a plethora of friendship bracelets, bangles, chains, watches, and more. Down South, we lucky belles collect David Yurman bangles and wheat rope bracelets to layer. Up North, it’s [...]

BDIB: Neon + Neutral

Kristina — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 05:06:45 +0000

Neon ♥’s Neutral I’ve been so excited to debut this trend assignment for Bloggers Do It Better. Since Burberry Prorsum (and Jil Sander, and Max Mara…) debuted the look on its runway for S/S ’11, Neon + Neutral has been on everyone’s minds (I can only speak for myself, actually). The look marries a simple [...]

Chunky Knits

Kristina — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 04:05:53 +0000

As fall approaches my part of the world (or rather, merely hints at it…the week is still in the 80′sF in my part of Texas) I can’t help but get excited for my favorite season of all. Fall entices me with its promise of layers (and thus, creativity), outerwear (I have a penchant for coats [...]

Resin Coated Denim

Kristina — Sat, 15 May 2010 21:07:37 +0000

1. habitual super skinny abbey jeans $155 2. nudie thin finn dry coated jeans $179 3. guess premium power skinny in glamour $128 4. j brand coated denim legging $218 5. tag skinny jeans in resin rinse $176 6. habitual ava skinny jeans in gloss $198 I am quite literally nuts over coated denim. Am [...]

Utility: the New Military?

Kristina — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 01:05:25 +0000

Last December, I wrote a post about the military jacket trend with a few of my top picks. But after following the trends lately, and speaking with Fred Allard and Eric Daman, it’s clear that utilitarian is the new buzzword. So is it bye-bye military? Utility is softer, less angular. Fabrics are softer, like silk [...]

Shirts That Are Dresses

Kristina — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 06:23:12 +0000

Clockwise, from top left: Diane von Furstenburg, Trovata, Giambattista Valli, Vince, Malene Birger I think shirt dresses are supremely cute. If you know me, you know that I am a firm believer that menswear on a woman feminizes her image even more–explaining my propensity (fetish?) for wearing only mens’ watches. Right now it’s a Stuhrling [...]

There’s Something About Keys

Kristina — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 03:02:54 +0000

Hey, guess what? PSS is nominated in The Lovelies. Please vote for us! Luv ya, *mwah!* Shiny, regal, secretive–what’s not to like? Seriously. Clockwise from top left: Gorjana large key necklace Victorian Hippie Onyx & Leather Jacquie Aiche Maison Martin Margiela Hammered Brass Gorjana Key & Fleur de Lis Stacking Rings House of Harlow 1960 [...]

Sneak Peek Spring 2010: Rain Boots

Kristina — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 01:34:52 +0000

Spring is a lovely time–and not just because my birthday happens to fall around then (May 1st, holla!). It’s full of sunny days, chirping birds, blossoming blooms, and…rainshowers. But you know PSS has got you covered. Literally. I’m good like that. I have a phenomenal obsession with rain boots. Argyle galoshes currently reside in my [...]

How To Do: Covered Platform Pumps

Kristina — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 03:03:20 +0000

What better way to ring in the New Year in the hottest thing since sliced bread: covered (aka concealed/hidden) platform pumps. Scroll down to see which ones I will be wearing, solely (no pun intended) to ring in the new year! ( Still don’t have a dress? ) Dolce Vita Trinity studded pumps $210 BCBGeneration [...]

Love It Or Hate It: Faux Fur

Kristina — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 06:21:15 +0000

One odd little trend that has been making waves in the fashion circuit for a while now is faux fur. (Never real fur, of course!) I’d like to see what YOU think about faux fur — it’s a ballsy trend that takes no small amount of guts and confidence (oozing, preferably) to pull off. But, [...]

Get The Look: Pale Sequined Party Dresses

Kristina — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 23:02:59 +0000

What's hot on my must-have list right now? Nude sequined dresses. Oh lordy, they are lovely. Nothing like the power of a nude, barely-there dress to make your man (or every other one in the room) think about what's under that little dress of yours. Pair them with unembellished, nude or grey covered platform pumps for the completely polished look. To avoid looking over-done...

Hot ‘n Sexy Military Jackets

Kristina — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 06:01:13 +0000

Okay, so I’m admittedly just a little obsessed with military jackets. Who isn’t, these days? Anyone? Bueller? To heck with it. I love me some Michael Jackson jackets and there’s nothing you can do about it! But there’s plenty you could comment about, I guess… Hey, what DO you think? Military Patrol Jacket – Forever [...]

Soft & Pretty Military Chic

Kristina — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 08:08:23 +0000

Mix and match textures and fits to pull of military-themed pieces. Use the leather military jacket to add an edge to a soft full white skirt. Trade it out for a sateen black military-style trench at night on the town. Pair bold gladiator platforms with soft pearls, coral, and rhinestones. See the ensemble... Plus, guess what movie this song is from (click to listen)!

Trend Alert: Plaid / Tartan

Kristina — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:16:49 +0000

Think plaid is only for cowboys and Scots? Think again! Plaid & tartan in today's trends will blow your mind.

Trend Alert: Eggplant Evening Bags

Kristina — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:56:05 +0000

When you think of New Year's, you think of parties. And when you think of parties, you think of shiny, slinky fabric, or perhaps a bit of sparkle, and definitely head-turning elegance. I bring you my style forecast (accessories edition) for New Year's 2009-2010...