fashion trends

fashion night robe

2008-06-06T11:11:00.000-07:00

Here is a fashion show of different fashionable night robe were you can see the trendiest and most fashionable night robe from the best fashion designers in the industry of fashion. And in a season where frills and flounces were mostly banished in favor of sober, recession-friendly looks, robes brought a bit of needed languor. Still, we're not talking about fluffy marabou- or lace-trimmed coquetries. Designers, such as Jean Paul Gaultier at Hermès, were clearly borrowing from the boys (or men, actually—cue Gary Cooper). Silken wrappers at Donna Karan and 3.1 Phillip Lim came in rich, deep tones of claret and tobacco, meant more for a well-stocked library than a perfumed boudoir. Tuleh's Bryan Bradley, however, envisioned his somewhat differently: "They're perfect for a mint julep on the front porch or a Champagne-drenched night on the town.

Importance of Fashion Trends

2008-05-30T14:03:00.000-07:00

Fashion trends come and go, but a good fashion sense stays with you forever. Different people have different tastes in fashion, and while you may not always agree with them, they own up to their fashion sense with confidence. This is what makes a big difference between a fashion sense and fashion trend. Fashion trends dictate that we wear whatever is in season otherwise we could be rudely stared at or whispered about in public, or worse, we can be cited as examples of what a fashion faux pas is. While to some extent we are compelled to follow the norms in fashion, it doesn’t necessarily follow that we lose our own sense of style in the process. Celebrities for instance, know that they are being judged by more than half the world’s population by what they wear on what occasion, and for this reason alone, they turn to famous designers to dress them up in the latest threads in fashion. However, you will also notice that most of them incorporate their own sense of style into these fashion trends, and they are quite successful at it, too.

The Latest Fashion Trends

Nevertheless, it gives you some sort of security and peace of mind even knowing that what you are wearing is within the agreeable style of fashion for a particular season. Perhaps there is something to be said about the false sense of security that this kind of approval provides. But on the other hand, it is actually not so much as seeking approval as the current trend really IS appealing to the public. After all, fashion trends are there not only to dictate to us what to wear but more so to show us different comfortable styles that we can choose from if we fancy wearing them. Fashion trends take a lot of factors into consideration such as the weather, season, comfort, and lifestyle. So in reality, fashion trends are there to help people decide which one suits them best and which ones they can go without.

Create Your Style

If you go with the latest trends and use your imagination or creativity to make it your own style, you might find that there’s more to your wardrobe than only one look. You can also incorporate your mood into what you’re going to wear. You can exude playfulness or show your sexy side on some occasions and then be a little conservative on other days. Remember that fashion trends are more of guidelines on what you can wear for whatever occasion. For instance, if you’re stumped for ideas on what to wear to a formal event thrown by your company or you don’t know what to wear to a luau, fashion trends can help you solve this mystery. You can even ask fashion gurus who write in fashion magazines about advices on proper attires for every occasion. After all, you wouldn’t want to be caught dead wearing flip-flops to your cousin’s wedding reception or jeans to a beach party, do you?

Seven for All Mankind

2008-05-27T14:06:00.000-07:00

Seven for All Mankind was started in the fall of 2000. The company was started in Vernon, California, a location that has become a favorite spot for denim worldwide.

The founders of the business noticed a void in the contemporary denim market. Fashion denim had not been seen in the US for over 20 years. The brand enjoyed success instantly at retail. The focus of the product was on women's denim bottoms. The product has been successful because of the fit, finishes, fabrics, and attention to detail.

The customer is sexy and sophisticated. Our jeans have become part of her fashion wardrobe.

Sales reached $13 million in the first full year, 2001 and kept growing exponentially. The product line continued to expand, encompassing non-denim bottoms and jackets. The brand was quickly in demand in the major cities around the world. Brand awareness was created through product placement and a strong celebrity following that continues to this day.

The men's line was launched October of 2002 and has enjoyed the same strong consumer acceptance as women's.

Seven for All Mankind is now sold in over 35 countries with distributors in Western Europe, Canada, and Japan.

The AGE of Fashion

2008-05-19T13:51:00.000-07:00

Every year major magazines like VOGUE and HARPER’s BAZAAR dedicate an
issue to age, celebrating women of all decades adorned in high style.
Euphemisms are born, like “30 is the new 20” and “40 is the new 30”
created by beauty editors to extend our everlasting youth. As my big
3-0 draws near, I have wondered exactly how my sense of style will
change as I move into the next age bracket. It’s not like I can’t still
rock my stilettos in the club (although I’ve noticed the length of time
I can bear them is getting shorter!) but it’s important to dress
appropriate for the age that you are. Here are a few pointers to keep
you, your mom, and grandma timeless in fashion.

20’s - Age of the Party Girl
Finding yourself and your style are virtually equivalent in your 20’s. You can
pretty much get away with anything whether it is fashionable or not.
College threads turn into club clothes and then into daywear for your
evolving career. This is your decade to rock the hot pink tights,
miniskirts, and garments with lycra and spandex.

30’s Age of the Professional
Being that you most likely will have discovered your career path by your
30’s, it is important to focus on your professional image. Whatever
your field, you want to maintain a polished, stylish, and youthful
look. Think Jennifer Garner in “13 Going on 30”.

40’s Age of the Mother
Most women who want children have them by or during their 40’s. These women
need not be caught in “mom jeans” or schlepping around in sweats
because their life is dedicated to the children. Mothers can still be
as fashionable as ever in contemporary clothing. Even chic maternity
clothes are now available by high-end designers. Be the best-dressed
mom on the playground.

50’s + Age of the Socialite
From charity fundraisers to bingo, the 50+ woman is out and about in
society. She is wearing clothes that are non-conforming to the body and
are comfortable but completely stylish. Generally women in their 50’s
don’t want to show too much skin. Wraps and shawls are perfect
accessories to keep these ladies ready for the ball!

Toronto Fashion Week

2008-05-14T20:43:00.000-07:00

Toronto Fashion Week is not only about the fashion–ok, maybe it is. But the places to check out for what’s truly on trend in the city are at the multitude of events that take over in the evenings.

And opening night was nothing short of spectacular, as Holt Renfrew held its exclusive media cocktail amongst the shelves of designer handbags. Designers Evan Biddell, Kimberley Newport-Mimran and the Greta Constantine boys were among the Canadian and international fashion media, including MTV’s Jessi Cruickshank, who stopped by for a quick sip of champagne and a nosh before heading back to the tents for the Joe Fresh Style runway show.

Opening with Vancouver native, supermodel in the making, Coco Rocha, the 40-outfit strong collection was a feast of neutrals, with pops of colour thrown in, natch. After the show, Rocha, who was also the last model down the runway, held court with Joe Mimran, et al, inside the tents.

Then it was off to C LOUNGE for a whole ten minutes to hear the DJ stylings of Lindsay Lohan’s pal Samantha Ronson. Us fashionable ladies called it an early night, as there is definitely much more to come from Fall 2008 Fashion Week.

Wicked Whisper: Which member of red-hot band member was spotted causing a bit of a scene at JFS when they were told they couldn’t sit front row? Apparently second row wasn’t good enough as they quickly turned on their heels and left.

Latest fahion line in jeans

2008-05-13T20:06:00.000-07:00

IF you'd like to get the denim lowdown from a couple of bona-fide experts, pencil in a trip to Selfridges next week for a unique chance to meet with designers Susie Krippen and Jeff Rudes - founders of cult label J Brand.

One of those types who can never find the right jeans for you? The duo will be making a personal appearance in-store with their fit specialist, Oscar, and on-hand to help.

Thanks to gorgeous cuts such as the super wide leg Love Story (last summer's runaway success) and Cass - a palazzo pant style exclusive to Selfridges - J Brand has amassed a celebrity following that numbers the likes of Kate Moss and Angelina Jolie. So you'll certainly be in good hands.

Fashion sense, do you have it or not?

2008-05-12T17:48:00.000-07:00

If one could become fashionable simply by learning what is in fashion and following the guidelines given by the fashion gurus, then everyone would become a fashion icon. But as things stand some people are in fashion whereas others are not. What differentiates these two groups is fashion sense.

If fashion makers had their way the human race would be a flock of sheep. Wear pastels this autumn and leather this winter. Get rid of plunging necklines but stay tuned on rising midriffs. Everyone would be roaming around looking like peas from a pod. Thank god for the smart people, the people with fashion sense, who know how to retain their individuality while remaining within the current fashion trends. And it is not really difficult. Fashion diktats are numerous. One should have the knack of mix-and-matching to get the correct blend. If pastels are in by all means wear pastels but use accessories to differentiate yourself from the crowd.

Every individual is different and the buying population is particularly different from the models that display the various aspects of fashion, whether on the ramp or from billboards. Garments that look good on the flat skinny models would rarely look good on people who have curves in the right or wrong places. Another aspect of fashion sense is to tailor the fashion trends to ones individual characteristics. How to choose garments of the right colours and materials no doubt, but those that distract from one's thinness or bulkiness, ones shortness or tallness. The policy applies to homes as well Fashion sense can make small rooms look larger and can hide columns and beams that protrude from the walls.

Fashion sense is more than mere knowledge. It is an attitude that enables one to carry ones decisions with confidence and flair. If you have fashion sense then use it, if not then head for the nearest salon.

Ten Must Have Items for Spring Summer 08

2008-05-08T19:54:00.000-07:00

1. Designer Jeans
This one item definitely worth investing in. Firstly as jeans are a staple of almost everyone’s wardrobe. They can be dressed up or down for any occasion. A really nice pair of designer jeans will do wonders for your figure lengthening your legs and lifting your bottom.

2. Wide Leg Trousers
Wide leg trousers are a great shape of trousers to wear to wear. Wide legged trousers are classic yet trendy, and are a perfect staple for any event.

3. Quality T shirt
A quality t shirt is a great life saver on those days when you haven’t got much time to get ready and want something easy to wear and comfy. The difference between a quality and cheap T shirt is huge. A quality T shirt will flatter your figure and stand up to endless cycles in the washing machine.

4. Tuxedo/ Tailored Jacket
The key jacket for this season is a tuxedo or softly tailored jacket. Wear with anything from jeans to romantic chiffon skirts and anything in between.

5. Ballerina Pumps
Ballerina pumps are the ultimate in comfy every day foot wear. They are also girly, cute and will go with almost anything.

6. Tea Dress
This seasons tea dress is cute and pretty. Great for day to day wear or any occasion. Try a gorgeously girly tea dress in this seasons floral prints.

7. Trench Coat
The trench coat is also an ultimately stylish piece of clothing that can be worn with almost anything. It looks equally good when worn with a suit for work or over jeans on a weekend. As trench coats have become such a must have piece of clothing for spring, there is a huge variety of styles and colours to choose from.

8. Statement Wedges
Wedges are the shoe for Spring Summer 08. They should be loud, colourful and interesting. Great for brightening up a plain outfit. They are great for gaining height and have a slimming effect. They are also the easiest of all high heels to walk in.

9. Maxi Dress
A maxi dress is great for wearing both day time and evening. Great if you want to cover up white legs and also great for disguising a tummy or shapely behind. This season anything goes when it comes to the maxi dress from floral prints, to tribal prints, graphic art designs and dip dye effects.

10. White Blouse
The classic white blouse looks clean and fresh for any occasion. It can be accessorise to give different looks and can be worn with jeans or trousers for a smarter look. This seasons white blouse is frilly and feminine.

90's Fashion

2008-05-07T21:17:00.000-07:00

The 90's is a mixture of a whole lot of different styles. Fashion, as it always does, comes and goes. Several decades become fashionable again, then sometimes it gets modified and sometimes it is banned from the fashion world as a monster, an illegitimate child of creativity.

The platform shoe has recently come back and shows up in many shoes from sandals to tennis shoes. The color scheme of the 90's is dramatic or pastel. The classic color is black, used for dramatic effects in fashion.

Men's fashion, as it has been doing since the twenties, hasn't changed much. The pant legs have become a little bit more loose and the vest has dropped into the limelight. Basically, men's fashion hasn't climbed that far, but it's far from old and outdated. It's serene, classic, dashing elegance has kept it timeless, respected and admired.

Fairy Handbag by Prada

2008-05-06T19:45:00.000-07:00

Every so often, us bag lovers are teased with limited edition desiger bags. Everyone one wants one, but only a lucky few can get one. The Prada Fairy bag is one of those bags. It is a limited edition bag by Prada. Only a limited amount of these bags were made. There is a waitlist about a mile long for this bag and it is extremely difficult to get on to. This bag is hot, hot, hot right now! Celebs like Hillary Duff have been seen toting around their highly sought after Prada Fairy Bags.

What do you think the appeal of this bag is? Could it be the plum art print on the deerskin leather? This bag combines art, fashion, and top quality. It is unique. It is less about fashion and more about art. So for those who want to embrace and tote around art and design, this is the perfect bag. Rarely do you find such artistic work combined with a top quality designer bag. This bag is not like any other designer bag you own and will most likely be a collectible item. This bag is quite unique to say the least.

Anne Hathaway Fashiohn style.

2008-05-04T20:06:00.000-07:00

While i was browsing the internet i accidentally see this picture of Anne Hathaway and i just cant stop admiring here outfit in this scene. This is one of the trendiest outfit that i have ever seen with a touch of black jacket short skirt and a long and leather boots this combination of style make a mark to every designer that this is one of the fashionable and trendiest style that they have seen in this movie.

Gisele Bundchen is the top earner model.

2008-05-01T15:57:00.000-07:00

Bundchen, 27, may have ended her long-standing agreement with Victoria's Secret in 2007, but the blonde beauty still has around 20 contracts and has appeared in ads for Disney, Nivea and Aquascutum.

Bundchen, the former girlfriend of Leonardo DiCaprio and current partner of American football star Tom Brady, earned more than double the second highest paid model on the list, Germany's Heidi Klum.

Klum, 34, earned 14 million dollars through her modelling, media and fashion business interests.

Third on the list was British supermodel Kate Moss. Despite ending campaigns with several high-profile labels, the waif-like icon was able to net around 7.5 million thanks to the success of her fashion line.
Moss also continues to work for Donna Karan, Longchamp, Agent Provocateur, Yves Saint Laurent, Roberto Cavalli and Rimmel

Banana Republic Celebrates 30 Years

2008-04-30T21:36:00.000-07:00

With a runway show in an art gallery in New York on Tuesday, April 29, Banana Republic showcased a cohesive set of separates that wouldn't be out of place in the cubicles of an architecture firm worn by scrupulous associates: stand-up funnel collars on coats, military detailing on a cardigan sweater, trim pleated trousers and blousy white silk tuxedo shirt for the women - exemplifying a light feminine touch on the menswear-inspired looks featured throughout. Basic black coats featured dramatic architectural puffed sleeves, injecting this urban wardrobe staple with the kind of detail you'd expect from a more expensive designer label.

For men, the silhouette was slim for suits in the vein of mid-century Continental - picture 1950s ad men - and the palette du jour, flannel grey. Chunky knits rounded out casual offerings and crinkled white denim looked particularly fresh.

A halftone backdrop of the stark branches of trees emphasized the minimal color palette of the collections as a whole - all flannel grays, inky blacks, crisp whites, chalky charcoals punctuated by just two looks in fuschia, functioning in the collection like a smear of bright lipstick on a bare face.

Banana Republic launched its upscale version of the label this spring called Monogram, featuring more or less a similar BR style as their regular collection, but in more luxurious fabrics and more refined construction. Their first stand-alone boutique opened earlier this month in New York on Bleecker Street and is also available online.

Is flip-flop finally over?

2008-04-23T16:15:00.000-07:00

I just read a press release that flip-flops are over? the press release says flip-flops are finished and we should all be wearing wedge sandals or gladiators with our swimsuit.I was never a huge fan of cheap rubber flip-flops paired with something dressy, but I love flip-flops for casual wear. What else is so inexpensive, comfortable and universal? I can't even imagine flailing around in the sand wearing wedges (heels and swimsuits sound sexy in theory, but don't make much sense for real women

60's Fashion

2008-04-22T15:45:00.000-07:00

1960’s fashion was an extremely varied time that went through many different stylistic changes. Impressionable to popular culture of the time, 60’s fashion represented a startling number of subcultures. Although most people think of 60’s fashion as being hippie fashion, 60’s fashion was actually much more complicated and varied.

In the beginning of the decade, 60’s fashion was heavily influenced by the beach themed movies of Frankie Avalon and Annette Funicello. This new focus on surf culture was reflected in the popularity of bikinis and surf t-shirts. This shift in popular fashion to a more risqué look led to the invention of the mini-skirt by Mary Quant that would become incredibly popular in the late 1960s and continues to have an enduring popularity.

While teenagers were enamored by the beach look in early 60s fashion, popular culture would change drastically when The Beatles emerged as a worldwide sensation. The spread of Beatlemania has been well documented and took its place in 60s fashion with the popularity of Nehru jackets. The early buttoned down look of The Beatles combined with their mop top hair changed the way that people dressed in the 1960s. However, much like The Beatles, 60s fashion would continue to evolve.

The 1960s were a time when rock and roll became extremely popular and 60s fashion would change to reflect the look of these new bands. Psychedelic rock bands from San Francisco would become extremely influential. Combined with their anti-war sentiment and their belief in creating a utopian society, the hippy look would develop and become a staple of 60s fashion. The popularity of bell-bottom jeans, tie-dyed shirts, and paisley printed clothing would become the norm in late 60s fashion. This look continues to be popular today and is a staple among the jam band fashion scene.

While hippie fashion would contribute to long hair among men and women, in the African American community, 60s fashion can be defined by the popularity of the Afro hair style. For women, 60s fashion doesn’t mean an end to sophistication as many women drew inspiration from the classy look of Jacqueline Kennedy. Particularly popular for women in 60s fashion was the emergence of the pillbox hat.

The 1960s are a time that continue to have a deep impact in today’s society. A time of protests against the Vietnam War and against the country’s segregation laws, the revolutionary spirit of the 1960s endures in the continued popularity of 60s fashion!

Valentino's Final Bow

2008-04-21T16:52:00.000-07:00

Valentino is bringing the curtain down on his 45th year as one of the world's most famous fashion designers here at the Rodin Museum in Paris. The Italian famed for his lipstick red dresses has dressed generations of the world's most glamorous women and led a life as flamboyant as his creations. His retirement is being heralded as the ending of an era of great designers with the modern fashion business having little room for such larger than life personalities. Valentino in his turn has made clear his feelings about the modern industry. "Business is ruining fashion," he said. "There is little creativity and too much business."

Ralp Lauren

2008-04-21T15:17:00.000-07:00

Here are some pictures of the latest Ralp Lauren spring 2008 collection.

The brand was launched in 1967 when Ralph Lauren, born Ralph Lifschitz, got a $50,000 loan. Prior to starting Ralph Lauren, he worked for Brooks Brothers. In 1968 he started a line of men's ties. By 1969 he had a boutique store within the Manhattan department store Bloomingdale's. In 1971, Polo Ralph Lauren launched its first women's collection and his first standalone store in Beverly Hills, California. Ten years later, in 1981, the brand went global with its first international store on London's New Bond Street. The Polo Sport line was introduced in 1993.

The brand now produces clothing, accessories, fragrances, furniture, operates the restaurant RL in Chicago, and sponsors a Harlem cancer center in association with Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. The flagship store is located in the former Rhinelander Mansion on Madison Avenue in New York City. Other flagship stores are located in Chicago, East Hampton, London, Miami, Milan, Palm Beach, and Tokyo Ralph Lauren is one of the largest fashion designer/retailers in the United States, with sales almost reaching four billion dollars per year.

Lavender Girl Launches New Headband Styles for Summer/Fall

2008-04-20T15:36:00.000-07:00

A headband is a clothing accessory worn in the hair or around the forehead, usually to hold hair away from the face or eyes. Headbands generally consists of a loop of elastichorseshoe-shaped piece of flexible plastic or metal. They come in assorted shapes and sizes and are used for both practical and fashion purposes. And that is were lavendergirl's is known for its fashion accessories. Eva Longoria, Jessica Alba, and Vanessa Hudgens. have been spot wearing this famous headband collection. Already a must-have for Hollywood actresses and sold at LA's trendiest upscale boutiques, Lavender Girl's headbands and accessories are a stylish compliment to any outfit. Ranging from $3.50 for an ultra-hip hair twist to $62 for a luxe Bejeweled headband.

70's Fashion

2008-04-17T20:12:00.000-07:00

Angel Flight Suits
Coordinated disco suit with jacket, vest, and flared pants. Your shirt had to be a shiny satin with the large collar.

Angel Sleaved Blouses
Loose cut, oversized blouses with "bell bottom" sleeves. All Cotton. I bought my sister one during the height of disco and she never took it off, except to tan.

Army Jackets
Actual olive-drab army jackets (which could be purchased at an Army/Navy store were very big at my high school, especially amongst the stoner males. They were frequently worn with ripped jeans or jeans that dragged on the ground.

Bamboo purses
The purse was in a square shape made out of vinyl with a drawstring top. Came in different colors, mostly tan, black, red. The outer base and side frames were huge brown bamboo rings. And the strap was made out of smaller brown bamboo rings interlinked together.

Banana Jeans
Instead of the buckle in the front, it was in the back, right below the small of the back & they were very high waisted, usually denim.

Bead Chokers
70's version was a bit cheapo looking compared to the chokers now, mostly because they were hand made. Small beads in a elastic cord and knotted so it became a tight necklace around the neck. Circa 1974-75

Bell Bottoms
Denim tight at the top and baggy at the bottom

Blue Jean Purses
Old blue jeans made into a purse. Cut off legs, sew up bottom use the extra leg material to make the strap, attach a button to close the purse embroider flower designs and add studs for decoration.

Blue Jean overalls
Popular - at least in California. Standard overall design but not meant for working.

Capris
Short cut off jeans about knee length

Cheese cloth
Shirts, dresses, skirts anything was made from cheese cloth, it was crinkly so you didn't need to iron it. It used to shrink sometimes just on the first wash sometimes with every wash. If it was cream coloured you had to soak it in cold tea after washing to keep its colour.

Corduroy!
Originally known as the "poor man's velvet" on its invention in the 18th century, this fabric is made with the warp higher than the weft, producing an eye-catching look similar to velvet, but much, much cheaper. Corduroy enjoyed enormous popularity in 1970's men's clothes and was made into suits, blazers, leisure suits, shirts, and jeans ("cords"). Popular colors were various shades of tan and brown, burgundy, and bottle-green. I recall that a green, three-piece corduroy suit with flared trousers was one of my favorite formal items when I was a child. The fabric also appeared made into women's skirts, but on the whole it was thought of by designers as a men's material. Corduroy suffered greatly from its association with the 1970's - items made in this fabric vanished after 1981 and have been impossible to find until right now - Fall 2000.

Denim Jeans Converted Into Skirts
Ripped out the inseam and stitched floral print material in the middle to make it a skirt

Dingo Boots
About 1977 these were the craze, usually worn with *Gaucho pants( these were just below the knee and usually corduroy) Most of the boots had rubber souls.

Dittos Jeans
These were the first must-have label jeans. They came in a large array of colors and styles with names like "Hi-rise". They were so popular (at least in southern California). After this, many other "label" jeans/clothing became popular. I would LOVE to get my hands on a pair of these. I keep trying e-bay and other sites.

Down jackets & Vests
Big, puffy jacket. Made you look huge! Colors I remember were bright green, orange and blue. Nerd city, but tres cool back then! Mine was a cheap version!

Fringed Suede Vest/Jacket
If you could afford one, a suede vest or jacket with long fringes around the middle and/or bottom made quite a fashion statement!

Frye boots
Hideously ugly and expensive "cowboy" style boots worn by girls when I was in high school (mid 70s) Often worn with the equally hideous gauchos!

Gabardine Pants
Tight, usually corderoy pants that had a belt buckle in the front. Think John Travolta in Saturday Night Fever

Glitter socks
These were knee-high socks with glitter. I had a pair in the late 70s that were blue striped with silver glitter.

Goucho Pants
A coulotte type worn by high school girls that went below the knee, usually colorful, sort of a Mexican look. Usually worn with high leather boots that lace up. Early 70's look.

Granny Gowns
These were long dresses worn mostly by pre-teen girls and most of them had a floral print design.

Gypsy Tops (England)
A light cotton top, gathered at the neck line and bottom, bright colours. The string at the neck usually had little bells on the end. Worn with a matching midi-length skirt, elasticated waist with a tie cord and beels on to match the top, frilled at the bottom.

Halter Necks.
Bright halters or just plain black. Perfect worn with a wrap-around frilled jacket!

Halter top
Thes shirts were like normal tanktops BUT went around your neck..they came in an array of colors but the glittery disco ball effect was the most popular.

Hang Ten satin jackets
Pink, blue and maybe green. They were huge in the disco era ( late 70's). They had white and the jacket color stripes around the sleeves and the collar.

Hip Huggers
How quickly we forget. Those bell bottoms with the "waistline" striking just below the belly button. Double front zippers were pretty fashionable,one on each side.

Hotpants
Very short dressy shorts,usually plush velvet, with a wide,usually white ,belt,to match your white go-go boots.

Leather Purses with Beaded Fringes
Leather purses resembling a pouch with a drawstring with fringes around the edges decorated with multicolored beads.

Marshmellows
They were platform shoes, that had white laces and a thick (THICK) white "marshmellow" heel. They came in different colors (light blue, red, pick).

Maxi Dresses
Full length dresses for parties, etc, like a bridesmaid's dress, worn with choker and crochet shawl, usually a fitted bodice and A-line skirt

Mood Rings
A ring which was suppose to decribe what mood you were in by your body heat. Ex: Black= Bad Mood!

Moon Boots
Winter boots with platforms that looked like something Neil Armstrong would have worn - except for the colours.

Narue Jacket
Navy blue double breasted type Jacket/with the big buttons very large pointed collar.

Oxford Shoes
Oxford shoes made a comeback in the mid to late 70's. The style was to wear them with colored knee socks and jeans rolled up to slightly below the knee.

Painters Pants
They came in white or baby blue...maybe more colors...a lot of pockets and a loop for hanging (a hammer?) something on the side of one leg....

Patchwork
Patchwork jean, overalls, shirts, and skirts. sometimes denim, cotton or velvet.

Peasant Skirt
A trendy knee-length skirt with a swinging movement. The most popular colors were black, white, beige, tawny, tan, pink, blue, red, purple, gray, burgundy( definately bungundy) and pea green.

Petticoat
White cotton underskirt with broderie anglaise trimmed frill, worn under another skirt but longer and therefore visible. Also trend to trim hem of a skirt with similar decoration to simulate the sae effect. Lasted one season only in 1978

Pin Striped Pants
Flared material pants with a fine vertical, single or double dotted line running through the pant. Usually in navy bllue or dark brown.

Platform Shoes
Shoes with a sole of at least 6 or 7 inches high. Made you look taller than you really were.

Platform boots
Completely different to platform shoes - came up to the calf and were lined with fur. Very comfy - cosy!

Polyester Leisure Suit
That flashy gleam of synthetic, complete with wide lapels, top shirt-button undone to reveal just the right amount of of chest hair and gold chainage, accompanied by a strong whiff of Canoe. Think Warren Beatty in "Shampoo." This was the uniform of the 70s lothario.

Pom-Poms
Pom-poms on sweaters on furry hats, maybe even on ponchos were present in the 70s.

Poncho
A blanket like cloak with a hole in the middle for the head to go through. The patterns were based on American Indian styles, colourful or with alternating coloured stripes. Sometimes made with natural hand spun wool. Some came with tassles at the bottoms or pompons. They were long covering your thighs.

Prism Necklace, Ring
These were usually in the form of a sphere,sparkled, multi-colored and very, very cool. They hung from a silver ( cheap lol) chain or were worn as a ring, also silver.

Puka Shells
If you didn't have a set of Pukas (a choker) real or plastic you wern't from the 70s

Ragcity Blues
We called them zip around pants because it had one one zipper going from one end to another. Another style this company mad were the tie up pants. They had bother ones that tied up in front and ones that were both .

Rock Concert T-shirts
Ordinary t-shirts with a logo picture of a rock star or a rock band or trademark of rock band.

Rugby Shirts
They were long sleeve shirts with horizontal wide stripes. They came in a variety of colors . But the most popular seemed to be alternating blue and yellow stripes.

Safari Shirt
Womens taylored dress shirt with pointed collar,twin botton neck closure,patch pockets,2 botton sleeve all incorporating oversize bottons.Popular 1969 into the early 70's.

Satin Jackets
They were usually in blue, pink, red, or green, and had stripes or just plain. They were similar to baseball jackets, very sporty, and very cool.

Shellsuit
Like the racing car drivers suits. Shiny and lightweight in material usually pastel shades and very flattering. A zip had the full length at the front. More seductive if the zip came down to ceavage level.

Sizzle Dress
Short button down dress and underneath matching short pants (elastic around the legs)similar to hotpants. Style was in fashion 71-72.

Sizzler
Very short dress with matching panties. The dress was suppose to just short enough that you could see the bottom of the panties. I had a brown with with polka dot with a collar that was with with brown polka dots. The panty was the same color as the collar-white with brown polka dots.

Starsky Cardigan
As worn by Starsky on the TV cop show "Starsky and Hutch. A handknitted cardigan in a cream colour with a brown horizontal pattern banded around the middle.

Tank Top
A sleeveless, usually with a low round or v neck, tight fitting jumper worn over a tight fitting shirt with long pointed collar.

Tartan
the Scottish rock band the Bay City Rollers brought on a fashion for tartan garments that made high school look like the Highland Games for a seeason

Tiddies
Multi layered sandals....with tubing for staps....started in Pasadena Texas I think....they were originally called something else, I can't recall what...but you could purchase them in your size, with as many layers as you wished. The more the squishier !! Then you could custom fit them by taking the tube fittings apart and shortening them if you needed to. The original logo escapes me as well, but they eventually went to Tiddies....with two, well...obviously...bosoms as the logo ! I never figured out why that was...but I suppose because they were soft and squishy

Tie Dye
Any shirt or pants or any article of clothing that was put into a tub with colors and was streaked with multipule colors.

Toe Socks
Socks with pockets for each one of your toes - usually in rainbow colors.

Toes in Socks
These were a fashion disaster. The socks have toes in them like gloves, only each toe was a different color

Toughskins
A SEARS brand of jeans that were reinforced at the knees and came in assorted colors. The POORMAN'S Levi's

Track Shorts
Sports shorts that are really short, with double white stripes at the sides and tiny slits at the sides

Treds (shoes)
I dont know if every country had these but here in Australia we had 'Treds'. I think that is how you would spell it. They were sort of sandals I suppose but the bottom sole was made out of old car tyres.

Trench Coats
Coats that are 3/4 length with long sleeves, buttons at the front, two-front pockets, and a belt which ties around the coat.

Tube Socks!
Don't forget the knee socks with the double row of red/blue/black stripes! Very sporty!

Tube Top
Basiclly an elastic-like material worn as a top by women (particularly teen girls)it was worn without a bra and coverde the area from just above belly button to the top of the breast leavin midriff, top of back and shoulders bare and the breast prominantly displayed. I was a teenaged boy and during the summer we did nothing but admire the lovely females!

Waffle Stompers
These were boots (generally dark colored) with intricate waffle iron type soles on them

Wallabies
They were these shoes that were very popular. The soles were rubbery and would sometimes seem to melt. They were tan and had a lace and two lace holes. Tan suede shoes with crepe-rubber soles, a lace and two lace holes. A little like a desert boot crossed with a moccasin.

Window Pane Jeans/ Satin Pants
Window pane jeans were the jeans that had 3x3 raised squares all over them, they only came in bell bottoms no pockets. satin pants to go with your satin jacket, mine had draw strings at the bottom so you could "cench" them together or just wear them flared.

Wraparound Pants and Skirts
These were so popular in the mid 70's. The pants were made of cotton, in alot of different colors, and they were put on the back of your legs, then somehow wrapped around the front part, and then you tied them, the skirts just wrapped around from one side to the other.

Yo-Yo's
Platform shoes w/holes in the middle of the soles!

Bring back the fifties

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Fashion in the 50's

2008 Fashion

If your a person that love's to style and fashion fanatic i think this article is for you. This article will help you to forecast what to wear in 2008. Do you like fashion of the fifties? Well i suggest you start embracing the old fashion style because it will come back in 2008 and that entire craze will be in style again. As a matter of fact, this trend of the 50s comeback has already started before 2008, so you are at least a bit familiar with the concept.

The colors that are dominant for the style for 2008's spring and summer are the gray, black, white plus yellow. This color is a problematic color that does not suit with everything, so it must be worn with great care. However, next year, dare to wear yellow and see how it looks. The prints on the dresses or blouses can be floral, but they will become more abstract and even geometric or will totally lack. So uni is back in style. The accessories will match the outfit. The over sized bags are still in style, while the super huge earrings and necklaces will compliment the overall clothing.

Spring summer fashion for 2008 will contain a lot of interesting models that clearly reminds us of the 50s. Baggy dresses below the knee for day wear or vaporous dresses for evening that will make the fashion in 2008. The trousers will be in fashion as well, and mini trousers may be worn as well. Capri trousers are still in style and may be worn with extra large sweaters. However, there is a trend that will mix styles, so sporty style will mix with the chic and there will be an ethno mix, which will result in some interesting combinations. The urban style will thus be a functional wardrobe with sporty details. This highly unlikely combination that comes as a surprise is like a breathe of fresh air.

The jewels may be made of plastic or more natural materials such as wood or even clay. These can be ethno influenced and create a great effect on the entire apparel, making the body look small and giving an interesting perspective. So, are you ready for spring and the summer of 2008? Get your wardrobe ready for this year's style and buy some great new trendy apparel online or in the stores that you usually visit. Now you know what to hunt for, just go and get them.