Rag Report: Summer Time and the Fashion is Easy

Rag Report dives under the covers of fashion publications to rant or rave about all the glossy goodness.

This month’s Glamour makes me yearn for days filled to the brim with sunshine and long summer nights. In a spread shot by Max Farago and modeled by Marloes Horst, different summer trends fill the pages. The one thing they all have in common? Vibrant colors.

In the first photo Horst exemplifies a perfect balance between girly and sporty. Her Christopher Kane neon lace jacket and skirt are fun and lively with a touch of feminism. The A.L.C. khaki top acts as a neutralizer between the two shocking colors, and her Adidas Originals give the outfit a laid back feel. Her wide smile and playful stance express the feelings of summer.

The next photo is more laid back and casual. Here, Horst wears a bold sunset orange skirt with a simple plain white tee both by Jil Sander. She casually leans against the rail with palm trees in the background, reiterating the summer season. Her facial expression is carefree as to mimic the attitude of the season.

For this photo, the mood is once again playful but with a sense of confidence. Horst wears a yellow top paired with slightly dark yellow pants both by Max Mara. Her Soludos shoes complement the yellow and seem to bring the island feel to her outfit. She sits casually on the chair with one leg up as she sips on her beverage. Her eyes seem to invite the reader to comment on the bold one color choice.

As I look out the window and see gray skies and puddles created by the recent rain, I can’t help but daydream about the summer complete with colors that come alive and bold fashion trends that make you seen in a huge crowd.

-Brittany Fowler

Rag Report: Bold and Beautiful

Rag Report dives under the covers of fashion publications to rant or rave about all the glossy

goodness.

This month’s cover for Glamour features the bold and beautiful Kim Kardashian. Glamour considers her the “host” for their Guy Issue, and who could disagree? In an interview with Katie Couric readers learn how much Kardashian values her family, her dedication to work and above all else her strong sense of confidence. Photographer, Terry Tsiolis captures not only her self-confidence, but her inner beauty.

In the first photo Kardashian wears a Gucci jumpsuit with a black lacy La Perla bra peeking out. A black Gucci belt is tied around her waist completing the sexy look. Her facial expression, however, offers a sense of innocence. Soft waves and side swept bangs frame her face making her appear angelic. Her make-up is neutral which helps keep her overall look from appearing too over the top.

The next photo features Kardashian in a white Vince tank and Isabel Marant pants. Her outfit is meant to mimic that of a football player, minus the heels. The tight clothing emphasizes Kardashian’s womanly figure and shows that curves are beautiful. Although her clothing suggests she’s one of the guys, her dramatic eyes and pout shows she is a strong and confident woman.

In her last photo, Kardashian resembles a “Goddess” in Marc Jacobs. She is a free spirit as the fabric flows around her bare feet. There is an invigorating sense of life that is captured throughout the bold red and burgundy fabric. Her full-bodied hair and pout help show that she is ready to conquer the world. The photo captures Kardashian’s beauty, self-confidence and determination for success.

-Brittany Fowler

Rag Report: The Past is Back

Rag Report dives under the covers of fashion publications to rant or rave about all the glossy goodness.

Break out your Go-Go dancer-style mini-dresses and channel Holly Golightly with cropped skinny pants- the sixties are back, baby!

Model Sadie Newman shows off the trend in Glamour’s November issue with prints and colors that look straight off the set of Mad Men. In the second photo, the fuchsia color of the dress stands out beautifully against a white dove. The dress is classically mod with a twist: it covers everything except the legs.

Animal prints are everywhere this season, but perhaps the most attention grabbing is this leopard coat. Paired with winter whites, the leopard is not overpowering but chic and sexy. The ruffles on the dress are even reminiscent of Mike Myer’s ruffled shirt in the Austin Powers movies.

Perhaps one of the most quintessential sixties-esque pieces is the cropped skinny pant. From Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s to Twiggy, it seems as though everyone who was anyone wore these. Here, Newman shows off a great pair from Express. The pointy-toed flat elongates the leg when paired with the cropped pants.

These photos by Hilary Walsh show off new ways to wear mod-inspired pieces. The downtown Brooklyn neighborhood gives the shoot a cool city vibe and a Studio 54 feel. The almost ethereal lighting lends beautiful color to the photos and lets the clothing stand out. Model Sadie Newman brings her own talent to the shoot and looks like she would fit right in with leading ladies of the sixties. This inspired trend is definitely one to try for fall.

-Jessica Dysart