Bowties for Fall
October 3, 2009 by Kelli DesRochers
Filed under Accessories
Architects have been rocking them for decades, but I am excited to see that bowties have finally hit the mainstream. Real bowties (not the clip-on tuxedo kind!) are definitely a fashionable accessory for men this Fall. Men, your biggest challenge in wearing the bowtie is to figure out how to tie it. I’ve tried it myself and my only advice is: practice makes perfect! Once you have that mastered, you can definitely pull off the look!
Bowties have a history of being strictly formal, but they are now actually a versatile menswear accessory. You can wear a bowtie traditionally for a …read more
Paris is Bringing Preppy Back!
March 11, 2009 by Chloe Findlay-Harder
Filed under Accessories
Houndstooth and argyle, for years relegated to the country club, are coming back into the world of fashion – or at least according to some of the designers at Paris Fashion Week!
Alexander McQueen sent his models down the runway covered head-to-toe with a bold, graphic houndstooth print:
Other designers showed argyle tights and socks, adding a touch of preppy flair to their collections.
If you want to add some houndstooth to your fashion accessory collection, check out these cute little retro anklet socks from Sock Dreams:
If you’d prefer a little more edge to your preppy style, these over-the-knee argyle socks will add …read more
Skirt Ideas: Pencils and Houndstooth
December 20, 2008 by Sasha Manuel
Filed under Indie
I’m on the prowl for new outfits. Last trip to the mall here in Marion SA gave new perspectives on what sort of look I’d like to experiment on. Going online tonight lead me to visit LuLu’s again. I’m getting more ideas!
Pencil Skirts
I reckon this will be a good addition to my wardrobe. I’d like to explore the pencil skirt trend. Loving the fabric design on this one.
Next Level Pencil Skirt in Black, $25.




