Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Garden Party.

Forever 21 is known for its ability to provide the masses with cheap, trendy clothing. Granted, the quality isn't the best, but it's the perfect thing for a cheap fix. If you plan on wearing an outfit a couple times, or looking to add a splash of colour with their fantastic prints, XX1 is a bargain option.
I am a big fan of their Twelve by Twelve collection. Think of 40s vintage pieces with L.A. flair. Their new collection doesn't disappoint... and the photos remind me of a punk garden party, mixed with a bit of Alice in Wonderland...

I adore this vest. The tailoring is really unique and I like the shape it gives the model. This would look perfect layered on top a sleeveless white ruffled blouse, with Audrey Hepburn-esque black pants or a pair of dressy satin shorts (for when the weather gets even better!)

This photo is amazing. It rips off editorial shoots I've seen before, but the red hair is delicious in the shot. Not to mention that yellow and black is one of my favourite colour combos. The only problem with this is the awful headband. It looks like a dog-poopy bag scrunched up on top of her scarlet locks. Not a good look.

This is obviously a Chanel rip off (right down to the black lace gloves). Forever 21 has had legal troubles in the past for ripping off fashion and graphic designers. This clearly draws inspiration from both of Karl's latest shows, but it is a cheaper option if that is the look you're going for.

This is my favourite look from this lookbook. The jumpsuit is rocker, yet feminine enough to wear to a more formal event. I love the way they accessorized it with the chains and the belt. If Katherine Hepburn was alive and young today, she would rock a jumpsuit like that (minus the headband... again.)
Pastels are the highlight of Spring. Although there is probably one too many colours happening here, I love the soft-toned hues. Every piece in this look will probably end up in my closet. The lavender skirt would look amazing with a plain silk tank, and the cropped trench has the potential to be a piece I could base many outfits on. Summers in Canada aren't exactly the hottest, but a light trench could mix well, layered on top of sundresses or even more casual outfits.


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