If you've flipped through any of the "evil" fashion magazines that fill the racks next to most store cash-registers *wink*, you may have seen some of the ads for Ralph Lauren's Spring 2009 Collection. These have a very neat "safari" look to them - they literally make you start to feel like you're out in the hot summer sun - and I figured the collection would probably provide some pretty and interesting pieces. I was right, especially about the latter adjective. But let's start with the good and work our way down to the ugly...
First of all, we've got some incredibly classy and sweet dresses, just perfect for a summer garden party, formal event or wedding. As a disclaimer, I'll state right away that I am totally not into the black turban. This is one piece that is rarely pulled off well, and much better left alone. But the dress is so classic and (hooray!) extremely modest. It's got some real vintage glamour and would look lovely with a few long, multi-strand necklaces. And peep-toe shoes are probably my favorite thing ever. ;)
This white gown is exactly the style I want and need right now. (I have to make a new dress for the Benefit Concert.) What a timeless look (reminds me of my beloved 1930s)! I just love cream chiffon, and the bodice draping and ruffled split up the front are perfect. The straw cloche is pretty much my choice of the ultimate summer hat (remember my last post?) and the skinny belt and strappy sandals provide just the right finishing touches.
Sometimes you are exposed to harsh environments in the summer, and you have to cover up. There's no better way to do this than in pure white; it reflects the sun and keeps you cool. This over-sized, double-breasted coat does it's job well, adding sophistication to the ensemble. Brown accents on the shoes and tote keep the look from being "too much of a good thing". (BTW, can I just say that I am totally digging white pants right now? So sad that my only pair no longer fits!)
Cropped trench coats are so chic. Especially in white. (Well, for that matter, any jacket in white is especially chic. Agent 99, anyone? ;) And this safari hat, although not my particular style, definitely looks like it would do the job. No sunstroke allowed here!
And now...drumroll...we've got another edition of Trends I Hate. I pretty much dare any of you to defy me on this one...Harem Pants.
These are not your cute-sy, poofy, gathered-at-the-ankle pants (alá Jasmine's wardrobe in Aladdin). These are saggy, baggy, ugliness. Period. How any woman could expect to look attractive with the inside-leg seam hanging to her knees? Ouch. Please don't do it. :P
Oh yeah, and if you haven't entered the print giveaway yet, please do so now. It ends on Saturday!!! There's lots more great things coming along in that area, including a new web site. Stay tuned!
Images: ralphlauren.com
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