For the love of Haute Couture

Kelly Saiz
Blogger

It has been understood, in situations ranging from the behavioral patterns between father and son to the imperial attitudes of nations that ideas may be passed down from top to bottom. Like many things, the translation from high fashion to street fashion can take time. However…

Frills and edgy thrills

Lucia Molina
Courant Blogger

Although it’s winter and there is still an expectation of snow, spring is slowly seeping into my everyday wardrobe. I can’t help it—I cannot stand the bland, depressing colors and fabrics many choose to wear every winter season. For those of you who actually rebel against this invisible style guideline and sport fun, bright pieces and not-very-practical frilly ensembles, then you’re one step ahead of the style bandwagon…

Make your own inspiration!

Kelly Saiz

Making an inspiration board is so much fun because you can characterize your individual ideas into something that you can admire everyday. If I have trouble getting dressed, I know that I can always take a look at my style board to get my blood flowing.

An inspiration board doesn’t have to just be about fashion. It could be about music, people, beauty, or the places you’ve been and want to go. That’s what I love about it— you can do whatever you want…

Dress for less

Julia Harvey

Many of us have heard the buzz of Natalie Portman’s recent appearance last weekend at the 9th Annual New York Arts and Leisure Weekend.

She was spotted with a mustard Rodarte for Target slip dress, belted with a vintage black leather belt over one of her own black cardigans.

Not only did Ms. Portman pull off this ensemble, but the dress only cost $39.99!

Rodarte for Target is the new GO international collection, which is a program that provides affordable clothing created by world-renowned designers. Rodarte credits their favorite films that inspire their off-beat style: Bonnie and Clyde, Rosemary’s Baby, and Harold and Maude.

Kicking kicks up a notch

Lucia Molina
They are no longer your ordinary basketball-court-everybody-has-them-sweat-pants-only pair of Nike kicks. They are now your where-did-you-get-those-wear-it-with-anything-shorts-appropriate-vibrantly-colored pair of Nike high-top kicks.

Since 1964, Nike has manufactured comfortable and convenient footwear for those who are sports oriented. But in recent years, Nike’s footwear has no longer been considered “sports only”…