What's the Word?

Peplum

The hottest new trend of 2012, the peplum is a must-know. It is a ruffle that encircles the wearer's waist and flairs out to give definition to/create that much wanted hourglass figure. They are found attached to the bottom of shirts/jackets, top of skirts, or on the waist of a dress.

The origin: First created in ancient Greece, the word "peplum" came from the word for "tunic." Its popularity soared in the 19th century when women's fashion aimed to make the body look better for bearing children.

Works best for: Ladies with ruler-bodies (straight with less curves) or anyone looking to enhance her hips.

Crochet Peplum Dress (Nasty Gal)

Peplum Ponte Tank (Anthropologie)

Floral Peplum Mini Skirt (Topshop)

Love that peplum! Would you wear it?

Bisous,
Irene

Chambray

I have noticed that chambray has become quite popular lately. For me, it is definitely one of my go to pieces if I am leaving the house to meet up with friends for coffee or just running errands. Its basic material and style allow it to go with practically everything.

The light tones and thin material of the top and the skirt are practical for the summer months.The chiffon material of the skirt is a breathable material for the dreaded summer heat and gives an illusion of elongated legs. The use of black and metallic accents are used throughout the outfit with the clutch, the flats, and the jewelry. It is important to be consistent with the metals. The mixing of, for example, steel and bronze becomes messy. There is a fine line between grungy and tacky . If you plan on buttoning the chambray top, tuck the necklace underneath the collar, if not, having the necklace just lay on th collar bone overpowers the collar detail. Finally, the flats give that effortless look and are not too formal for a lunch date with the girl friends.

From left to right:
Chambray Light-Wash Boyfriend Shirt - Madewell
Sparkle and Fade Nude Maxi Pleated Skirt - Urban Outfitters
Black Triple Wrap Belt - Free People
Black Clutch - Nasty Gal
Geometric Necklace (House of Harlow Necklace) - Polyvore
Ludlow Cuff Bracelet - Urban Outfitters
Kimchi Black Patent Leather Flats - Urban Outfitters


Bisous,
Bethany