It seems that many fans of certain popstars have abandoned those old loves and turned into zombies, I mean monsters, of Lady Gaga. Also, to me, it seems that there are hardly any fans of sensational voice, Christina Aguilera, still around.
Has anyone publicly stood up for "Xtina"? It's said that the songstress copies lady Gaga, but what about Rihanna?
One could say Rihanna either copies Gaga as well or she just has similar styles (couldn't they all?). Rihanna's own stylist, Mariel Haenn, vowed that Christina copies the Barbados popstar, and not the Lady. Of course, as Rihanna's own stylist, she knows the styling well, but is likely biased.
I say it could all be coincidence. They're popstars and they all dress in a form, or an extreme, of popstar/rockstar garb.
Even "civilians" follow trends, and that means many could dress alike. Aren't the spikes, leather, booty shorts, etc. just a trend that they put to extremes?
So I plead, can't we all get along and follow musicians for talent or just that other old reason, some good beats?
Like I wrote in part 1, some really trendy shoes are mostly made to be really high and/or by really high-priced designers. Shopping can be a bit difficult, but if you've had trouble, we might provide the help you need.
It's true that in the Ruffle T-Strap trend, most shoes are really sky high or just flat, so I couldn't even provide many heels under 3" ... one of them not only also fits into our low price category but was the lowest amount we've found, so I combined the lists.
Sadly there were only 2 high heels in a more mid, if you only include heels between 2 and 3 inches. If you'd still like one between 3 and 4, those can be found by searching shoe stores or shopstyle.com. Here's a widget for them!
The ruffle thing is such a huge, eternal for femininity and a personal favorite trend - and yes, I'm forever hooked on the look and anything I get in the style this Spring.
They're all over nearly everything right now, but it can be a little hard to find styles beyond the normal fashionista niches in shoes - namely designer or over $50 brands and, of course, sky-high heels.
I'm a mid-heel and under $50 shoe gal, so this trend in the Spring '10 series will be split up - oh probably more than any other. But the fun is in alllll those extra shoes to at least look at!
Do not do it like Sienna did here and pair the leotard-or-whatever with pantyhose that have a different color near the crotch. That signals underwear, and not the cute kind. This is not Madonna-level under-outer-wear chic.
Perhaps we should leave this to the diva, Gaga, no?
A new hair style is one of the best ways to do trends. Why? Hair is usually changed every couple to a few months, that means you can update your style with the season, and also not be late to the game. You don't have to worry about Winter when Autumn is approaching, either - and that allows for some ease and a lot of fun.
Of course trends never have to be drastic, especially with hair. But what else is so easy about looking current with your tresses is you can wear anything, and depending on the styling-time, always look fresh on "top". If you want to be instantly recognized as stylish, whether you work in fashion or just like that appearance, this change can make that happen.
But there need be "signature" hair looks for a season, and not just the typical clothing/accessories stuff. And of course you've got to either know the 'do trends or research, so I'm doing that for you now.
Autumn 2009 Hair Cut Trends:
- Whether one has straight or curly hair, above-shoulder lengths that are drastically longer toward the front are popping up everywhere. - Right now is a safer time (maybe) to dare for bangs - simply because they're in! - Keep it long:
- Upgraded braids. Mix braids in with looser, other-styled or "down" hair to make it more grown-up and today.
- Or you could just keep it long and loose and still be trendy. Try accessorizing or home-curling for some variety.
What about color? I wouldn't suggest switching color for a trend, but while we're still recessionistas, I'm calling the go-natural a trend. Unless you hate your color or your grey, I think born-with is always most beautiful.
Above are products either actually related to the Twilight film(s) and novels, items that might appeal to fans, similar items from inspired products, or merely seemingly-unrelated wares that have become all-too related. (Including that sports fan t-shirt ["Team", geti t?].)
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@ First Look: The Twilight inspired line coming to Nordstromwould fit in more at Delia's than with the store's mid-range/upscale image. Sadly, it's also too alone suited to the megahit's wild youthful fan base than anything more in tune with vampires or older admirers of the film and genre.
"Team" Tees Preview:
Right before and after the original film debuted, "Twilight" was also what a vamp-y trend-merely-film-inspired was called amongst the do-it-themselves fashion creators. Etsy.com was filled with Victorian-era inspired beauties like frilly wrist cuffs and luxe oldschool gothic jewelry (Read: no Hot Topic).
Example products from Fall 2008 by Little Sparrow Nest and Talula. Click images to view their respective shops.
But just like that keyword was thrown about, Sparkly Vampire mania has hit, and punched, and bitten - extremely hard. Now the "underground" beings inspire further "Tra L.A. L.A. Land" carefree attitudes with this oh-so Junior's style.
The "glitter" from Hollywood glitz is spreading. Aside from the Nordstrom Junior's Department styles, the most recent evolution of this living trend has surfaced online from former-or-semistill-undergrounds, the indies...
Another sad(ish) truth of today is that the movie-fangirlishness has brought graphic tees to Etsy as well, not that that's entirely bad and the items & slogans are not bad - or, beauty being in the eye of the beholder, at least they're not of popular-teenshop aesthetic. Fortunately, a lot of the designs are pretty dark - a stark contrast to this mass market promotion-in-sheep's-cotton-clothing at the department store.
At least we can help show fans that they have choices.
If your fashion style has a sweet tooth for notebook-doodles over Edward Cullen, by all means, shop mainstream.
If you crave something just a little more juicy or bittersweet, then do check out Etsy or other indie venues/shops. You can probably even do some hunting and find some "vamp" items, still.
I'm confused. There are too many names n there. Maybe I'm just too tired.
But the story is: trendy discount fashion shop, Forever21, debuted a new collection yesterday. It's apparently limited, but perhaps that's a good thing, since the styles are pretty quirky. But actually, a big part of me loves a lot of this stuff.
Perhaps a response to crazy rock star style. With its multiple names, that's certainly fitting. (Is this 80s junctioned-a-posed-with petticoats "rock" style in now? I must be so naturally trendy as I've been feeling it for a while for sure, not to "Lady" GaGa extremes, but something much more like this Forever21 range, what kismet.) Like the ballet-inspired skirts and fingerless gloves my imaginary-rockstar-alter-ego would love for the stage. But since I'm in fashion, and want to dress for these jobs I want, how to fit the zanier pieces into my (or your) style?
To be fair, a lot of these items - on their own - are the ever present taste-of-fashionista always at Forever 21 - but some others, need some working into our wardrobe.
What we should do is pick and choose, when in real life. And not just by putting only 1 piece in 1 ensemble, but shop scrutinously and think things over before you press that final purchase button. So recessionista, too.
And it's the affordability of Forever 21! So for that and the exclusive, limited quantities - don't forget that! - I think I mustgo for it!
Not to be impulsive, but I think some of this is just a fun part of me that I could otherwise just skip and personally I don't want to miss out on broadening to all of my fantasy styles. Also since I might be impuslive often, and I am so tired, too much to use that discerning shopping eye, I will sleep on it.
Actually due to the recession, I should wait 'til my next paycheck tomorrow (and not just after nap) in order to fill my cart up right. I hope quantities last! (What? Some things are unavailable already. Actually, even yeterday. Eep!)
Or maybe I'm crazy and will wake up - saner with clearer eyes. Hm.*
*I drafted parts of this yesterday. And the stuff's even cuter today! Oh and I need a lot more from the rest of the Forever 21 range. Budget-planning time!
From liquid leggings to liquid other things; and here's a "liquid" swim suit. That leather-look is really man-made fabrics, so yes, it can be worn in that other liquid, water. More like a nylon, it also won't get so scorching in the sun. Yes thank goodness there are no swimsuits of leather, right?
Um, well in our crazy world, I must ask & hope I'm right.
Anyway, such a wacked out piece of apparel as a leather bathing suit wouldn't go for the relatively reasonable price of $122 ... and no one would buy it for swimming anyway, so it would be a manufacturing budget drain.
Looking at this material, I'm still thinking the worst thing that could be made "into" liquid would be some baggy parka. Garbage bag anyone? Well, no one likes parkas anyway, so I guess we're safe. Even though it could be made out of similar material to this one-piece for water-resistance. Just don't do it!
A human wearing a garbage bag, how silly. ... Oh yeah I forgot. It was done in the 90s. Never again, I command! If one must liquid, one must fit it. (Good rule?)
What a world, what a world. Our sense is melting like the polar ice caps.
