6 Trends I (Probably) Won't Wear this Fall

It seems like a long time since we all outlined the trends from Fall/Winter 2010 Fashion week. It's pretty clear the trends that most people are loving and some that they won't be sporting come Fall.

Nearly every 6 list I've done so far has been "great" things, "best" buys, "favorite" this or that, so I thought it might be time to change gears. How about trends I'm not excited to see and wear? Or my least favorite fall trends?

Here are "6 Trends I (Probably) Won't Wear This Fall":
*I have to have add the probably in there because we all change our minds on some things...

1. Kitten Heels:

 Missoni heels.

Kitten heels are okay. They look fine (aside from making ankles and legs look a bit fuller than tall heels would). That's sort of the reason that I'm not crazy about them. It's because they are JUST okay.

Marni F/W 2010. Photo via Style.com

I've seen cute kitten heels and they are pretty practical. But if I'm buying shoes, I want to be excited. I'm not interested in practical, if the shoe isn't spectacular! They need to be must-haves! They have to thrill me! Kitten heels are just not thrilling.

I'd rather spend money on heels that make my legs look lithe and my frame a little taller!

 Prada F/W 2010. Photo via Style.com.

There's even a story to this effect in the September issue of Bazaar!

2. Skinny Cargos:

J Brand “Houlihan” Cargo Skinny Pant

This is where the "probably" part of this list comes in. I don't care for the look of skinny cargos. The pockets seem to add volume on a part of the leg that need not be voluminous. At the same time, if I see these styled in a really fun, interesting way (I haven't, yet), I could change my tune.


3. Return to Boho:

I didn't get on the bohemian bandwagon when Sienna Miller (and the Olsen Twins) basically started it in 2005.

It just never appealed to me the way the more ladylike look has. Of course, trends are cyclical, so boho has been on its way back for some time.

 Ralph Laure F/W 2010. Photo via Style.com

I'm surprised that boho's first signs of return in years were accompanied a season largely focused on proper 1950s styles. As for going boho? I'll be sticking to my guns... and my full skirts!

4. Ankle Length Skirts:

 Louis Vuitton F/W 2010. Photo via Style.com

As I've just said, I really love anything fifties style, but the authentic 1950s lengths shown on the Louis Vuitton runway don't suit me well at all. I'm relatively petite and honestly even heels don't help much by way of long skirts. I've seen girls look fab in ankle length full skirts, but they just aren't for me!

Prada F/W 2010. Photo via Style.com

5. Shearling:

 Gap F/W 2010. Photo via Style.com.

Shearling looks warm. It looks comfy. It's a seventies era style staple. It's even got a casual look about it.

 Rag and Bone F/W 2010. Photo via Style.com.

It also reminds me of fleece and I'm not into fleece. Nor am I into shearling.

As for faux fur this fall, I'm looking for a faux fur vest and a faux fur leopard scarf.

6. Clogs:

Miu Miu clogs.

This is pretty controversial, but I am not a fan of clogs. Nope. Not at all. They're clunky, chunky, and not my style. Even the Miu Miu's above aren't making me swoon.

 Celine clogs.

I've even seen them styled well and boy are some girls are really rocking the clogs! I guess some trends aren't for everyone.

Do tell me readers, what trends aren't working for you this Fall/Winter?

Emily

Summer Simple

It's been an extremely hot summer. Say what you will about global warming, but I've always thought that it is WAY too hot here in NM. I won't banter on about climate change on my style blog. The only time I even ponder it is when it rains here, then I start to worry.

Everyone, including myself, is pretty excited for fall to come around. Unfortunately, fall in NYC is a little different. It's so rainy. As a native southwesterner, I hate rain. However, rain = rainboots and I do like rainboots! I have tons of outfits planned for my yellow wellies!

For now, I'm still trying to beat the heat in wedges and dresses. Like this outfit:

Dress: Target, Shoes: gift. Yup, my summer outfits are as simple as that. Two easy pieces. So simple.

I'll certainly be excited to get back to layering and creating interesting outfits for classes and internships, but I have a feeling that I'll start missing the NM dry heat and warm weather pretty quickly. Especially when it rains for days... and later when winter rolls around again!

I'm wondering, are you excited for fall and what will you miss about the summer?

Happy Monday readers!

Emily

*I guess we were having a comment issue! It should be fine now!

Friday's Photo 5

Oh, my goodness! I have posted a lot in the past two days! For those who haven't stopped by in a few days will definitely have plenty to look over this weekend. Make sure to check out this post for a little mix and match inspiration!

Even though it's Friday the 13th, we're still having a Friday's Photo. (I was born on the 13th, so I'm not superstitious about this day or the number 13.)

I'm an avid Bravo watcher and I really love The Rachel Zoe Project. Rachel, her associate Brad, and her husband Roger are always experiencing some drama and are really fun to watch. You also can't beat the clothes (Chanel, de la Renta, Derek Lam, Valli!) and designers featured during the season.

Douglas Friedman/Bravo

I love sneaking a peek into Rachel's fantastical world of celebrities and high fashion!

I was also pretty excited to see Rachel in Harper's Bazaar in a shoot named after her signature saying, I die!" It's a little kitch, but I like the idea.

Douglas Friedman

I hope your Friday the 13th is nothing but lovely!


Emily

6 Beauty Essentials

I thought of this "6 list" topic weeks ago. It seemed like a really easy list to compile. Until, that is, I attempted to do it.

I've never really considered myself a cosmetics fanatic. I like make-up. I wear it (almost) everyday. I know how to put it on. I thought I only had a few favorite products. It turns out that I have way more than six essential products!

Here's the short version:

1. Lancome skin care: Sensation Totale (discontinued), Aqua Fusion Lotion SPF 15, Creme Radiance Cleanser, and Tonique Clarte

My mom swears by pretty much all Lancome products. When I was twelve she brought me to the Lancome counter to get a skin care regimen going. I have combination skin and was given the products made for my skin type. The original set has since been discontinued and replaced with the set above.

I actually still think about the scents of the old products (they were heavenly) but these are lovely and they work just as well. They've also lasted a really long time, which is a plus because they aren't the cheapest products out there.

2. Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion:

My mom has said that this product didn't work on her, but I think she's lying! It's by far the best primer to make eyeshadow stay put without creases all day. I've tried quite a few products for greasy eyelids and creased eyeshadow and this just works!

3. Mac Fluidline in Waveline and Mac brush #208:

I love this eyeliner! It looks just like a liquid liner on, but it's way less tricky. You can smudge it, wing it, and rub it off, if you make a mistake. I use this brush to put in on top and bottom lashes.

I never wear black liner because it's just too harsh on my face, but I love this deep navy color as an alternative to black.

I took a close up of my eye make-up. I do a wing pretty much everyday. Made much simpler by this eyeliner and brush!

4. Gold Revlon eyelash curler:

I know that some women find eyelash curlers to be pretty scary. Once you get over putting a curler so close to your eyes, it can make your eyelashes look gorgeous and miles long! Who doesn't want that?

Mine has a spring and I'm pretty sure it is trying to imitate the Shu Uemura 24 karat gold plated eyelash curler. However, it's about $14 less and works great. Definitely a great drugstore item!

5. Mac Powder Blush in Joyous

I confess, I have about 20 blushes. I love blush! In every color, every texture, from every brand! I love it all!

A little stack of blushes...

 

But in my forays with blushes, this has been the only one to hold my attention (other than a beautiful pink discontinued by Chanel...). It's the blush where red, coral, pink, and gold meet and combine in perfect harmony. (I might be exaggerating here, but I'm obviously a big fan of this color.) Unfortunately, it doesn't photograph that well, but take my word for it!

Funny enough, I also have a thing for mascara, but that could be a whole different post!

6. Lipgloss- Chanel104, Sirop, and Lacome Berry Bold

I cheated! I picked three, but these are my all time favorite lipglosses! Berry Bold and Sirop look great on anyone. I love these light, bright, semi-sheer pinks!

These are my must haves, but what are some of yours?

Have a good one!

Emily

Spots and Stripes

I am never wearing these shoes the same way again! This is why:

Loving printed socks with two tone shoes! I'm so glad I bought these socks from this post!

Emily

Guest Post

I was so excited to write my very first guest post. Mer from Mer in Cashmere was so kind to let me do a guest post on her blog!

She blogs a lot about college and her fabulous life and style, so you should definitely check out her blog! If you a college or high school student like Mer and I, you should also read my guest post, "A Guide to College: From Sexiling to Kitchen Tools."


Thanks to you for reading and to Mer for the opportunity!

Emily

Jazz it Up

I know the title may remind you of that jambalaya rice, but that wasn't my intention. Neither was bringing about memories of my newspaper teacher insisting we "jazz up" headlines for our school's paper. It was, however, meant to refer to a jazz concert I went to a week or so ago.

I'm still undecided whether jazz is really cool or too abstract for me to understand.

Nonetheless, I knew one of the band boys from high school. He graduated from NYU and the band was sort of a rock-jazz hybrid, so I thought I'd dress a little downtown for the occasion.

Of course, I was way too dressed up! I don't consider this outfit dressy at all, but all my friends at home are really casual. I thought the denim shirt would tone it down, but the skirt and shoes counteracted it's effect!

I'm wearing a denim Max Azria/Miley Cyrus shirt, a Gap v-neck tee, a black patent belt from an old dress, an F21 skirt, and leopard pumps from Urban.

I can't take a picture outside without these ladies getting involved!

Have a great Tuesday!

New Comments

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I hope this will be a good change! Also, I'd like to thank any new followers. I appreciate your support!

Have a great Sunday!

Emily

Friday's Photo 4

Better late than never, right? This is a very late edition of Friday's Photo! I have a feeling that once school starts it will turn into Friday, Saturday, and Sunday's photo... Let's hope not.

In honor of Mad Men starting up again, I selected this very retro and dashing picture of Jon Hamm from December Vogue 2008. This is a really glamorous set of photos by Mario Testino. The other photos are set at the race track, but I really like this one in particular. Isn't Jon Hamm really handsome?

Have a great weekend!

Emily

6 Purchases Under $6

I decided a few weeks ago do some weekly posts. You may have noticed my Friday's Photo posts and my lists of six, which come out mid-week. I'm trying to keep the six list weekly or, when I get really busy, biweekly.

This week? 6 Purchases under $6, which was very challenging. I tried to find an array of jewelry, beauty products, and clothes because it's almost worthless just to list cheap beauty products and one piece of jewelry. This was definitely a challenge! Here's what I came up with:

1. Leopard Bangle -- $4

I got this bangle at Buffalo Exchange a few weeks ago. I had been scouring Ebay for something similar and this found me. I couldn't beat the price, either!

(Show here with a leopard pillow. I'm in the middle of another Ring Toss type post.)

2. Black/White Forever 21 Socks -- $5.40

These are ankle length and I'll be wearing them with my black and white saddle shoe/oxfords.

3. Denim Shirt -- $5 (on sale)

I got this on sale at Walmart. It's from the Miley Cyrus/Max Azria line. It ran pretty teeny, but the fit is really cute. (I'll post the outfit I wore this with later!)

I found the price tag, so I thought I'd include it. Five dollars, no joke!

4. NYC Nail Polish in Time Square Tangerine Creme -- $2(ish)

A hot orangey-red color is a summer must have. This looks more red on camera than it really is. It's a great (and cheap) bright orange.

5. Vintage Necklaces -- $4

I bought this lot of three just for the pearls, but I've actually gotten quite a bit of wear out of the others. I love that each one has its own character and they're very wearable. Definitely a great under $6 purchase!

6. Belts

I got most of these on sale or for free. The black belts came with other dresses (the thick one was from a childhood dress!). The gold was purchased on sale from Gap and (I think) the green was sale from Old Navy.

I love belts. I could do a whole post on them!

So tell me, have you made any fantastic under $6 purchases?

Have a good one!

Emily

Completed Project

I finished one of the dresses I decided to make (featured in this post and this post). I'm excited to show these patterns come to life!

I paired my homemade dress, with a pearl and turquoise necklace, and blue gingham ankle strap wedges.

Does anyone else in the world love blue and yellow together as much as I do? But almost every time I wear this color combination out, I get a comment like, "I would have never put those colors together!" I'm never sure if that's a compliment or a criticism, but I don't care!

I was really trying to get the dress moving (it wasn't working). Then it got windy! It was a very low budget Marilyn Monroe moment. I think the shots are pretty funny!

These furry monsters are my dogs! They just had to get in every good shot I took, but I'm okay with it because they're too cute!

So how do you guys think the dress turned out?

Have a great Monday!

Emily