Boho collage

2009-2010 colors and trends

Fabulous websites

As we get through this recession with our heads held high, our pockets nearly empty, and our closets full, fashionistas may be coming to a screeching halt as to where to go for our next fabulous finds.

I have come across (with the help of my dear friend Jess Feakins ) two notable websites that have edgy fashion choices, for prices us regular consumers (when not necessarily on a budget) can attain.

Modcloth is definite for the fashionista on a budget.  They have fantastic dresses ranging from $40-200 (normally in the lower end of the spectrum), high quality and well worth the money.

This little black number is has such an interesting architectural feel, structured but soft.  It's a perfect little black dress with the right amount of edge.
This comes to $90

The pink dress is funky and fresh.  Being able to add color to your wardrobe is always a plus.  Its fun, and flirty but not too over the top!  This dress comes to $50, which is not bad for a good, well made dress.


The next website is Pixie Market it's amazing hipster chic styles make their clothing a must have for any fashion conscience girls wardrobe.  It's pricier than mod cloth, but also worth the extra dime.

This little number has an edgy angelic feel.  I love the usage of nude and black, with a touch of frill.  This comes to around $450, which reaches deep into most of our pockets, but if you have some sort of special event, like a wedding or anniversary party to attend, this would be a great dress to wear.  It's made with real genuine leather and silk, so the quality matches the price.




Yes, Gaga has rocked them out (I'm the one fashionista that finds her overrated), but she wears them well.  Rihanna, my current favorite fashion icon, has also been known to wear these on the red carpet and in music videos.  They're fun, eccentric, and bring us back to the wacky 80's, a fashion period that has been making a big come back recently. This leotard, unfortunately now sold out, was around $100.    There are many fabulous, inexpensive alternatives found at Urban Outfitters or American Apparel, but I really enjoy the way this one hugs the girl in all the right places.


Last but certainly not least, the bra-as-a-top, top.  I'm obsessed with this recent lingerie trend, wearing racy tops with blazers or mesh shirts.   I'll have to hit the gym for a bit longer before I can rock it.  Never the less this is a fabulous example of something, once again, miss Rihanna wears from time to time.  Love it.

Rodarte for Tar-jay

A glimpse of fabulousness for less!

Rodarte is best known for it's edgy style, unique details, and interesting color palette has signed on to create a line for target.  I searched the Internet far and wide to find some pictures, these were my favorite looks of what I found.

All Hail Fashion

Fashion

Hail to the hipster that struts down the Williamsburg streets,

in worn out jeans and acid washed second hand tees.

You can find them in record shops to add their collection,

hitting local shows to pay artists with their affection.

Hail to the beatnik, with their Parisian style.

Topped in leather, dressed in all black,

smoking a cig,drumming on bongos at a cafe in the back.

Hail to the gangsta,

with her hip hop flair,

loose worn jeans,

and fro'd out hair.

She rhymes on the subway,

no matter who stares,

ghetto-fabulous earrings reflecting the glare.

Hail to the glamour girl from the Upper East Side,

parents filled with wealth,

dark family secrets,

covered by stealth.

Covered in Marc jacobs, with his new current style,

hits the sidewalks like a runway, without a hint of a smile.

Hail to the prep, with her face in a book,

thick rimmed glasses to top the look.

Knee socks, suspenders,blazers galore,

textbooks and notebooks cover her floor.

Hail to red carpets , all the stars are out,

top notch designers, names you must shout.

Hollywood is sizzling at tonight's premiere,

paparazzi exonerates their 'worst-dressed' fear.

Hail to the fashionista, whose eclectic chic,

mixes all styles with elegance and grace,

making sure to always be in good taste.

Accessorizing a simple dress to add some pizzazz,

necklace, earrings, bracelets and all that jazz.

Hail to fashion, and all its beauty,

to resemble a time is its civic duty.

From the hipster in Williamsburg to the Hollywood flair,

uptown downtown, what ever is in between there.

So love it, wear it, appreciate from a far,

at an upscale event to a hole-in-the-wall bar.

Fashion reveals who we are, a presence, a stance,

clothing makes a statement,

from the top of our hat to the hem of our pants.