The Craze: A Pop of Bold Color

The Craze is a trend report bringing you the latest (and, duh, the greatest) in beauty and style.

In the spring 2011 collections we saw the rebirth of color. Even though nudes and neutrals still remain to be in the fashion forefront, bold hues are making a bold statement in spring.

You don’t have to wait until weather starts warming up to add them to your fashion wardrobe. Amid the heavy layering and structural cuts, bold colors are popping up for the fall 2011 leading collections.

Get ahead of the game and start mixing colors whether it’s greens, turquoises, fuchsias, oranges or vibrant reds; there is a color for you that will guarantee stares of jealousy.

Here are some style tips for going bold:

- If you’re wary about going too bold with the colors, wear two colors of the same family. For example a light lavender and magenta.

- Use accessories to add bright accents to your wardrobe like a scarf or necklace. Even colored heels are good for making your outfit stand out.

- Don’t forget colored skinnies! They are making their way back into the fashion circuit.

Color is a great mood booster. It’s a sure way to lighten up your spirits and complexion. Make sure you find a color that looks best on you and, most importantly, have fun mixing these vibrant colors!

Gucci Spring 2011

Mulberry Fall 2011

Haider Ackermann Spring 2011

Jill Sander Spring 2011

- ASOS offers a slash neck knitted dress in a vibrant blue. Wear this look to a lunch date or an outing with friends.

- Get these hot orange suede platform heels from TOPSHOP, if you want all eyes on you!

- ZARA has narrow leg trousers that come in a variety of color from a vibrant pink to a royal blue.

– Ivie Igbeare

The Craze: Fringe Forever

The Craze is a trend report bringing you the latest (and, duh, the greatest) in beauty and style.

The latest trend as seen on the catwalks proves to be the organic addition of fringe. It’s hard not to notice the bouncy layers added to dresses, bags, and even shoes. Fringe adds the seductive element of movement to garments-especially on the runway. Designers like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Versace and Ralph Lauren have all embraced this flashy new trend, incorporating fringe into many of their dress designs.

Louis Vuitton RTW Spring 2011

Fringe can bring a bohemian aspect to designs adding a casual element to refined garments. It can also add an element of sophistication that can be seen in some 1920 styled designs that is also reflected in Louis Vuitton’s collection with beaded metal and Swarovski crystal fringe dresses. Overall, this trend is being readily adapted in designer collections and can be seen on the runway, the red carpet and everywhere in between.

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-Christina Riggio

The Craze: Onesie’s Are Not Just For Babies

The Craze is a trend report bringing you the latest (and, duh, the greatest) in beauty and style.

Remember when those cute playsuits and rompers were the summer style must-have? Remember how fast that trend died? Well, it seems that one-piece anythings are coming back in style. From jumpsuits to playsuits, and even overalls, these one piece options are making a major comeback for the spring 2011 wardrobe.

Lanvin Spring RTW 2011

Malandrino Spring RTW 2011

Gucci Spring RTW 2011

Zac Posen Spring RTW 2011

Desginers such as Alber Elbaz, Karl Largefeld, and Malandrino, among others feature jumpsuits in their collection. Whether they are printed or are bold color jumpsuits can be worn as eveningwear or as daywear, depending on the cut and shape of the garment.

If you have a curvier shape, try a halter jumpsuit with a belt cinching the waist. This creates amazing curves and silhouette. When you’re out on the town try luxury fabrics like silk or sequins. Every student and faculty will turn their head when they see you walking.

Jumpsuits are versatile and can be worn a number of ways. Fashionistas will not have any trouble matching a jumpsuit to their own style. From evening to tailored, sporty to loose, and just the basic jumpsuit, you will stand out on SU campus. When it comes to jumpsuits any length is acceptable, just find which length works for you.

This trend is sure to excite our fellow fashionistas! The ways you can style a jumpsuit is endless. Now before you head to Crouse mall searching for that perfect jumpsuit, here are some sites that offer jumpsuits.

ASOS Exclusive Cowl Back Jumpsuit $80.69

Topshop Red Frill Edge One Sleeve Poplin Playsuit $55.00

Forever 21 Belted Jumpsuit $22.80

-Ivie Igbeare

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: Summer's cuts and colors

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

 

 Instyle's colorful spread

What’s not to like about this editorial? V’s Brazilian beauty, Morena Baccarin — and her legs — dons some of spring’s sweetest prints.  Featuring Gucci, Jason Wu and Pucci, to name a few, this Instyle Magazine spread is something we could all use for color and cut inspiration this season.


In the feature shot, Baccarin is wearing a geometric print dress with a metal and leather belt and leather and suede platform sandals — all by Gucci.  The dress would be fabulous on a mannequin, but it almost looks like it was made for Baccarin.  The black and grey Rorschach blots contrast beautifully against the sharp lines and pieces of orange and blue.  The shoes also have a slight geometric feel, which really finishes off the look.

 

The perf match between hair and dress

For those of you thinking of a short cut this summer, wearing dresses with embellished or exaggerated sleeves is a great match.  In this photo, Baccarin wears a silk taffeta dress by Jason Wu.  The ruffled sleeves are shown off because of her pixie haircut and the deep v-neck.  Of course, those of you with the long-hair-don’t-care mantra could always just pull the hair back into a chignon.

 

A lux beach cover-up option

This silk jersey dress by Emilio Pucci serves as a spring break/summer preview that could be worn as a super chic cover-up on the beach.  Grey and yellow always have such a delicate contrast that they can easily transfer from spring through summer.  The sequined leather sandals give the impression of golden fish scales, also a great look for spring/summer.

- by Rosalind Dean

Rag Report: Vogue walks on the wild side

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

Vogue brings the world of Avatar to US newsstands this month in its March 2010 editorial  “The Warrior Way,” featuring model Daria Werbowy.

 Warrier model Daria Werbowy

The 9-page spread, photographed by David Sims, successfully combines the ethereal essence of nature and ethnic beauty with the bold, strong spirit of a warrior. Werbowy shows effortlessly chic style with tribal print dresses and skirts in fluid, detailed fabrics. In this spread though, the accessories definitely steal the show. The strongest shot features a fashionable, but not practical, Gucci dress with a metal harness that instantly evokes a tough-girl attitude.

 

Shouldering up in Vogue March 2010

And what would a warrior be without armor? The Comme des Garcons shoulder pads and belt give this otherwise-mundane Blumarine tie-dye dress some much-needed personality and punch.

 

Loving the McQueen shoes

Our resident Amazon woman is made even tougher with the iconic Armadillo platforms by the late, great Alexander McQueen (another great fashion tribute). The hard-looking shoes are then greatly contrasted by a softer, more feminine look in a following shot, featuring a wonderfully-detailed, beaded green silk dress by the late genius.

 

McQueen's nature-inspired genius

Overall, the composition of the spread works not only because of a great setting that complements the clothes well, but also because of the attention to detail. Having Werbowy don cornrows and tribal tattoos really completes the look and makes the entire theme believable and beautiful.

- by Jasmine Thomas