Style Icon: Justin Timberlake

Why He’s An IconFew, if any, young pop stars transcend into adult stardom, but Justin Timberlake has done it by changing the way he is perceived by his old and new fans. You know him from *NSYNC. You know him as Britney's first. You know him as the willing (or unwilling) accomplice in Janet Jackson's wardrobe malfunction. And you might even know him from his impersonation as one half of the Gibb brothers on Saturday Night Live. But now you know him as JT - the one who brought sexy back. Hyperbole aside, the man does know how to transform himself for a new age and a new fan base. First he cut the hair; then he trashed the wannabe hip-hop threads; then he put on a suit and showed the world he had what it took to come back after everything else he had been through.

Dress The Timberlake Way. He no longer favors the hooded sweatshirt under the blazer, and those bleached-out trainers with low-slung jeans are but a figment of his boy-band self. Indeed the man has grown up and sports the best of the best in men's suiting, but the true element of his new look is the stark white dress shirt in a body-hugging fit, sublime collar and tie that matches the suit jacket. Cutting your hair close and learning to dance won't hurt either, but to dress like JT you need the shirt - a shirt like Banana Republic's pleated-front topper. The shirt still reveals the physique, but also gives you a modern way to dress down formal wear. It's the perfect way to tell the world you mean business and are ready to be a new man.

Fashion Trends From Reem Acra

Designer Reem Acra talks to Rachel McCord from Hollyscoop about upcoming trends, colors and designs from her Spring 2010 collection.

Women's Diamond Jewelry Trends

When it comes to women's diamond jewelry, there are various new trends that appear every season. The tough part about jewelry trends are they can be difficult to keep up with, depending on the type of budget you set aside each season for purchasing jewelry. Since diamonds are forever, you want your diamond jewelry to last and be in style forever as well. So how can you tell which trends are one season, or multi-season trends?

The first thing you want to start with is the adoption of the trend by major jewelry designers. This is tough, because the bigger the designer, the slower they are to react to the new trends that are in season. Some companies do a great job of setting trends, as opposed to following them. These are the companies and designers you want to keep an eye on. Trend setters often design items that having "staying power", meaning once they come out with something, it usually stays desirable for a while. Diamond journey jewelry is a great example of this. What started out as a trend has now become a fixture in collections of even the finest jewelers. If you feel like you've seen a lot of a particular trend and you want to find a unique piece that still originates from that trend, look for a boutique online diamond jewelry store that specializes in these designs.

Magazines and fashion blogs are always a good place to browse for ideas on what's hot in the world of diamond jewelry. It wasn't too long ago that Christie Brinkley was spotted wearing diamond peace sign jewelry on the red carpet. Now days, almost every jeweler has some type of peace sign jewelry in their store or web site. How long the trend will last is hard to say, but if you like a design, there is nothing wrong with wearing it at your leisure, even if other people have stopped wearing it.

Of course, you can play it very safe and go with a staple piece of jewelry that never goes out of style. Solitaire diamond jewelry has been around forever and shows no signs of going out of style. But even though you cannot go wrong with classic, it certainly is not the most interesting piece of jewelry you can wear. If all else fails, don't be afraid to try and start your own trend. If you pick out a piece of jewelry that's unique and other people ask you about it, you know you're on to something. Who knows? You might have a knack for setting jewelry trends.

Fall 2010 Fashion Trends: Furry Things

You know how people often have little, out-of-character tastes that surprise you?  Well, here's mine: 

I love fur.  LOVE.  

It's weird because I am irritatingly responsible, and fur doesn't exactly scream “responsibility.”  But something about it makes me want to throw all those good girl instincts to the wind.  It is my personal James Dean. 

Maybe because it looks like this: 

And this:

It’s glamorous and decadent, and it's a huge trend this year. Luckily, those of us who love the look but feel a little squeamish about it finally have some good options. 

Consider shopping for the Origin Assured label, which signifies that a garment “comes from a country where local or national regulations or standards governing fur production are in force.”  Top designers like Oscar de la Renta and Karl Lagerfeld are applauding Origin Assured's efforts to identify and market ethically produced fur. 

You can also go faux, which has the added benefit of being easier on the pocketbook. Now, theres no denying that faux fur used to look like the homely love child of a polyester fleece and a brillo pad.  But we've come a long way since then, and much of today's faux is good enough to fool even the sharpest eyes. Judge the quality by the texture.  Bad faux is weird and woolly; good faux is soft and pleasing to the touch (like the real thing).  Keep in mind: if you don't want to run your hand across it, you won't want to wear it, either. 

For those who only go faux, I've identified the pics below that show genuine fur pieces. If it’s not specified, it’s faux. 

If you're in the market for the hottest way to wear fur right now, go for a vest, which works well with the hippie boho look.

Development vest

Hinge vest, DuMonde vest

Juicy Couture reversible vest, Forever Audrey vest 

Then there’s the obvious way to add this trend to your wardrobe: a jacket. There are many great options, everything from “red carpet” to “ski slope.” 

Kristen Blake jacket, Impermeable Platinum by Weatherproof coat

Sporty Coats

Shoes

Red Carpet Trend Of 2010 - Pant Suits

If you had said to me at the start of the year that pant suits would be one of the hottest trends on the red carpet I would have said you were crazy.

Surprisingly this trend worked, and on the most unexpected people.

A pant suit on Tilda Swinton always works well because of her androgynous look, but on boho queen Sienna Miller it was totally unexpected.

Her Gucci pant suit was a million miles away from the boho look we'd long tired of, but this look became the kick-start for a great red carpet promotional tour for the British actresses.

Evan also looked very comfortable in a Gucci pant suit, but the other big surprises were Penelope Cruz and Ashley Greene who both wore red Bottega Veneta pant suits.

Pen’s was a winner, the jury is still out on Ashley's.

Others who have dabbled with pant suits this year are Amy Adams at the “Sunshine Cleaning” LA premiere and Jennifer Aniston at the “He's Just Not That Into You” LA premire. 

Both wore Burberry suits. Amy's was white whilst Jennifer's was of course black.

Top Fashion Accessories Tips

1. Pick a good vintage

The second of the three Rs, "reuse," is there for a good reason-granting an existing item a second lease on life, instead of purchasing brand new, means no new manufacturing resources had to be tapped into. As a bonus, we're spared from any additional pollution and carbon emissions.

2. Make it a fair trade

Shelling out for fairly traded gear supports fair labor conditions and workers' rights, especially in developing countries. Helping producers get a fair price for their labors and promoting self-reliance also empowers them to break the cycle of poverty they're often caught in. Just keep in mind that trade, not aid, is the answer to improving livelihoods everywhere.

3. Repurpose for a purpose

Because the mining of precious gems and metals from the earth is an environmentally ravaging process, some jewelry designers have been taking a different, more eco-friendly tack. Recycled metals have been making their rounds of late, including a form of silver that is reclaimed from used photographic film. For your green wedding: engagement and wedding rings made from recycled gold and set with repurposed or lab-grown gems.

4. Suss out sustainable

Accessories made from sustainably produced or recycled materials are lovely to behold and kind to the planet. On the fabric front, choose textiles such as organic cotton, hemp, bamboo, and even soysilk.

5. Beg or borrow

Plunder the contents of someone else's closet - with permission, natch-instead of shopping for your own. One company, Bag Borrow or Steal, even lets you rent as many as five designer handbags, belts, or pieces of jewelry at a time for a flat monthly membership fee (plus an additional fee per borrowed item). You can sate your desire for straight-off-the-runway ensembles without overtaxing the planet's resources.

6. Buy conflict-free

Conflict or "blood" diamonds are sold, often illicitly, in war zones and used by rebel movements to fuel conflict and human-rights abuses in countries such as Angola, Cote d'Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Sierra Leone. Make sure your diamond retailer can provide paperwork or otherwise prove that the diamonds are conflict-free.

7. Take care of your wares

Repair a torn purse strap or restring a broken necklace instead of consigning slightly damaged goods to the rubbish heap. Treating your accessories with a little TLC will also go a long way to extending their longevity, which is kinder to the environment than running through a series of semi-disposable replacements.

8. Brevity is the soul of wit

Accessories are meant to complement your outfit, not take it over. And, anyway, wouldn't you rather be remembered for your sparkling wit rather than that blinding hunk of ice that was weighing your neck down? Jewelry that is simple and classic will stand you in good stead, regardless of the occasion or decade, for that matter. Which brings us to our next point.

9. Don't go with the flow

Pilot your own fashion destiny and unchain your heart from the vagaries of fashion trends. Being a follower instead of a leader will only bring you to a dark place filled with tears and the gnashing of teeth, plus a closet and dresser full of dated gewgaws and doodads that have long fallen out of favor with the fashion gods. One word: poncho.

10. Buy indie

Think of "mall" as a four-letter word. Instead of shopping at a big-box retailer, which is likely to cut corners by purchasing from sweat shops, undercompensating employees, and cheapening quality, check out the offerings of one of the thousands of indie crafters bringing their creative talents to market. Because craft businesses tend to be small one- or two-person operations, their carbon footprints are infinitely smaller to those of multinational retailers such as Walmart or Kmart. By supporting independent artisans, you're also taking a stand against the onslaught of crass commercialization and unmindful consumerism. Viva la revolution!

Teen Celebrities : Fashion Trends

Lauren Conrad, Olsen Twins, Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, Vanessa Hudgens and Ashley Tisdale.

Fall 2010 Fashion Trends: Luxe Hippie Boho

Feel the love with boho-inspired pieces this Fall. Looking like a hippie is “in” this season… as long as you look like a rich hippie! Look for rich paisley prints in multicolor, jewel or earth tones. Embroidered details give your outfit a homespun look. Flowy dresses, embroidered tunics, paisley prints and maxi dresses worn with boots, also give the rich hippie feel. Be careful not to overdo it with too much at once though. For jewelry, try a pair of dangling chandelier earrings or simple gold hoops with your outfit or add a stack of thin bangle bracelets to your wrist. You might try to layer two or three thin necklaces, but again – choose one or two area to focus one, not all three at once, otherwise you run the risk of hippie overkill. Lucky Brand Jeans have a great selection of boho inspired clothing and their online sales aren't too shabby.

Outfit Ideas

If you are wearing the hot trend of distressed jeans with boots, try pairing a simple rich brown suede hobo bag with your outfit and tie a paisley print scarf around your neck or around the shoulder strap of your bag. The key is to not overdo it so you don't look like you walked out of “Woodstock” or the Broadway production of “Hair”. 

Looking for stores to find accessories for your rich hippie look? Try H&M stores for scarves, earrings, and purses. For tunics, tops and maxi dresses, check out Urban Outfitters. Brands like XCVI, Free People and Edun have great boho inspired pieces. For footwear, check out Zappos.com for a huge variety of styles. Lucky enough to splurge? Then you can't go wrong with a simple pair of classic brown Frye Boots. You can wear these with jeans, dresses, skirts and the workmanship / quality of them will certainly give you your money's worth. 

Makeup Ideas

Play up your eyes with a smoky shadow and liner. Maybelline Expertwear Quads tell you exactly where each shade goes. Use just a light flush of color on your cheeks (berry, rose, pink) and a nude lip color for your lips, or, better yet, one of those lip colors in “your shade of lips but better” colors. What that means is to find a shade of lipcolor that is one shade darker than your own natural lipcolor. A color that will enhance your lips. You don't want a strong lipcolor since you are playing up your eyes with this look. 

Look to celebs like Nicole Richie and Lindsay Lohan for outfit inspirations. Both ladies seem to have the rich hippie look down pat. Also spotted wearing this trend: Kim Kardashian, Rachel Zoe, Demi Moore and Vanessa Hudgens to name a few.

Affordable Fashion For Plus Size Fashionistas

The number of plus-size women in America (and the world) is actually increasing and yet the number of plus-size apparel sales are going down. Is it because of the bad economy or is it because of the current trends?

Lisa Orkin Emmanuel, an Associated Press Writer, dishes on the declining sales in the plus-size market…

The American waistline may be expanding, but plus-size shoppers are tightening their belts.

People just aren't buying plus-size clothing at the rate they used to. Apparel in general — being a discretionary purchase — is suffering because of the economy, but plus-size has been particularly hard hit.

According to the NPD Group, a market research company, the overall women's apparel business is down about 5 percent and plus-size is down almost 10 percent from the 12 months ending in May 2009 compared to the same time the year before.

It's hard to account for the dip at a time when more than half of American women are estimated to wear plus-sizes, generally considered size 14 and up, but analysts have some theories.

Women Fashion Online

Shopping is not always for necessities, but is very often about recreation and enjoyment. As you know that women like shopping especially buying clothes and accessories. They usually go to wholesale outlets, retailers and discount shops . Some of the best suits, dresses, shoes, purses and other accessories can be purchased that come from France or Italy. African, European, and Asian influences can be found among many retail and wholesale shops that offer just about any prices that a customer would need.

High quality must have clothing is now available on-trend in the latest designs, styles and colors at fantastic prices. Consumers are now buying almost 40% of clothes at value out of town retailers. Everyone can take advantage of cheaper shoes, accessories, swim wear and lingerie as well as everyday and formal clothing

Internet stores
can also offer any prices available for quick shipping. Women's online clothing stores stay ahead of the trends and in actuality. Many web sites provide fitting charts and tips that can help customers choose the right garment the first time. A web based clothing store can offer clothes from around the world that include exciting designs and styles. The convenience that online shopping offers customers cannot be rivaled as well as the selections and prices provided.

There is much more choice for women's ready to wear fashion and that is great news for the consumer as prices have been forced down. Quality stylish clothes and accessories at eminently affordable prices are not just limited to women fashion, with men and children's fashions also benefiting from the clothing revolution.

Spring 2010 Fashion Trends - Fashion Week NY

Spring 2010 Fashion Trends from the Bryant Park - Mercedes Benz Fashion Week New York.  

Fashion Trends

Change in fashion trends in Kenya

Define your fashion statement with designer clothes

 The world is observing an enigmatic trend of acquiring designer clothes. Be it jackets, shirts, casuals, formals or undergarments, each and every men's and women's apparel is strived hard to get that distinctive look. As everyone wants to grab some eyeballs and become a center of attraction, designer apparels can reasonably be exclusive.

In the very same way, having a unique sense of designer and trendy clothes is what our society depends on for liberty and rightful expression. This is essentially the reason why designer clothes are growing so allure and popular these days. The ranges of such stylish clothing are immense and they are mentioned as under:

1 Designer Jackets

Mens fashion is primarily defined with stylish and comfy jackets. In other words, a jacket acts as a fashion icon in mens clothing. Fashionable jackets are the need and desire of every man who has a fetish for stylish and chic trends. Leather jacket, Pea Jacket, Kilt jacket, Flight jackets, Rain jackets, Satin jackets, Dust jackets, Smoking jackets to name a few. Without even a slight hint of doubt, these jackets define the latest lifestyles of men. Many stylistics' advice solely rest upon depicting more variant styles along with well understood concept of wearing certain coats and jackets. The same holds true for womens jackets as well.

2 Designer Shoes

No one can deny the fact that women crave for the stylish shoes more than anything else. Forget the expensive prices; the only thing that grabs their attention is an authentic mix of passion and love for such elegant shoes. A designer shoe makes women believe that there is something more to it than just to be worn. Some of the hottest shoes designers pave their attention towards stiletto heels and platform toes. As far as mens shoes are concerned, the emphasis is laid upon choosing designer model shoes with subtle and classic looks.

Therefore, much to the delight and pleasure of both the sexes, designer apparels are fast becoming a rage and is expected to be like this in the coming future.

Next comes mens designer clothes, especially mens shirts that are said to be created equally. Before stepping into the developing world of designer shirts, you must acquaint yourself with various lines of shirts. For example, if you are a no nonsense guy with a sense of bold attitude, then the Brazen Openly type shirts are ideal for you. While vying for mens jeans, start looking for darker shades with greater width for the belt and the legs, though occasionally.

Last but not the least, womens designer clothes reflect fashionable skirts and tops. Depending upon the size and figure of women, one can choose her desired outfits. Leather skirts, for instance, are best suited for petite, demure women and also for those having graceful curves. On the obverse side, the style choices of designer jeans for women are studded with mild decorations and extendable legs with mid sections.

Top 3 Handbag Styles Always on the Fashion Trend

The style of a designer handbag is one of the main reasons why this particular fashion accessory is fun to shop for. There are so many different styles of handbags to choose from that is why it's so hard to choose just one handbag. Every outfit calls for different style of handbag so this gives women more reasons to buy a minimum of three handbag styles to match whatever their outfit is. To help you out which types of handbag to buy, this article covers the Top 3 Handbag Styles that never come out on the latest fashion trend.

1. Tote Handbag



Tote Handbags are very popular because they are casual yet very practical to use. These bags usually fall in the middle of the body, around the elbow. They are usually big that's why they provide a lot of space for women's essential things that are too large for a purse. They usually only have one or two compartments and are available with a number of images on them or a simple solid color.

2. Clutch Handbag

A clutch is a handbag which does not have handles and is meant to be carried in the hand. That said they are usually quite small and only provide enough space for the personal small belongings of women such as make up, cosmetic products and other girly things. These bags can be casual or dressy and are often worn to an evening gathering and other formal occasions because they are so small and convenient to carry.

3. Satchel Handbag

A handbag that has one, sometimes two, large straps that goes over one shoulder and across the body. This type of handbag is best appropriate in most women who are working in an office. They have to use this handbag because they need to carry their important files whenever they have a meeting or if they need to bring their paper works in their home. It is also often used by most students to help them carry their books and other school stuffs. Using satchel does not only help women to hold their bulky files and things in a more convenient way but also enhance their fashion outlook.

Affordable Fall Fashion Trends 2010

Miley Cyrus Latest Fashion Trends

Pics of Miley in her best outfits

Fall 2010 Boot Guide: Weathered Boots

 Weathered boots – with their distressed leather and western feel – are a great way to tap into your inner cowgirl. Available in numerous styles, colors, and prices, weathered boots might just be one of the more accessible trends this fall. Another great thing? For the most part, the heels on weathered boots are low, the toes are roomy, and they feel like they'll last forever.

Weathered boots also don't come with the baggage of, say, over-the-knee boots : Whoever you are, you're likely to be thin enough and young enough to wear these boots.

Hair Fashion! Scarves, Headbands and Sashes!

Here is a quick tutorial on some of the latest fashion accessories for hair! I'll show you what types are out there and different styles to use with it! Hope you enjoy! =)

Celebrity Style: Nicky Hilton

Nicky Hilton's trendy chic look is the perfect way to kick off the weekend. The social was spotted strolling the streets of LA in a black tank dress cinched with an ivory studded belt. The nude layer underneath adds dimension, while her Marni balloon tote is a dose of luxury. As for the rest of her look? Lace-up gladiator sandals, oversize sunnies, and silver jewels bring it to a gorgeous finish.

Nike - Sneaker Fashion Trend

Nike has been fashionable with its sneaker but this time it is comes with its New Air 180 with a theme of minimalist yet fashionable. It has conquered the fashion trend in the spring 2010 collection.  Nike Air 180 comes in an all white minimalist look upper with cool green – durasheen accent on some part of the air sole lining and on its back side panel. It comes with a black swoosh on its side panel making it as an additional accent with its super simple upper. It has black lining on its opening giving an accent on it. It also carries the controversial Nike volt logo that is being placed limitedly on Nike’s sneakers.

Daily Dose of Style Futuristic Fashion Trend

For Spring 2010, an interesting trend emerged which we're calling Futuristic Chic. It's very Blade Runner'y, tough, and in some cases, androgynous. In today's episode, we examine the coolest daytime looks from the Spring 10 runways, and then find some great pieces that will allow you to rock the trend right away.

What's hot in winter fashion in Kerala!

This episode of 'Chamayam' on Kairali TV focuses on fashion trend in winter, what to wear and where to get it.