Argyle

So I got some thigh high argyle socks on ebay a couple weeks ago and they came yesterday yay! When I thought about this outfit yesterday I wasn't thinkin about my coat but it worked out any way cause I like it.

Made For Walking

Oh I love shoes! I mean really love shoes, particularly boots, but shoes in general make me so happy! So here are my favs for this season.

Artists Feature- Myka Shoes

 

J: Where are you from?

M: I'm from Israel born and raised. Although I did spend a few years in the Netherlands where I studied at the Rietveld Academy of Art and Design in Amsterdam.

 

J: How do your surrounding affect your creative process?

M: My creative process is less affected by my surroundings, but rather from my interests. My current collection, Winter 2010/2011, is actually inspired by the movies of Pedro Almodovar, specifically the women from his movies. While my Summer 2010 collection was inspired by strong women in history. Basically I guess you can say I am inspired by strong women everywhere.

J: How long have you been designing?

M: I started sketching and designing things for myself since the day I learned to hold a pencil. My love of design really blossomed during my studies at the Rietveld Academy, and that’s when I really got more deeply involved in graphic design and the like. It wasn’t until two years ago that I decided to focus on shoe design. This is currently my second year in the business and I’m enjoying every minute of it! 

J: What is your favorite piece and why?

 M: My favorite piece is the Rebecca Snake-Embosses Heel because on one side it has a very simplistic design, yet it is an intriguing piece because it’s made from leather that is far from standard. I went for something less mainstream and more on the wild side. This is a twist that I try to put into all of my designs.

J: Where do you draw inspiration from?

 M: My inspiration is generally drawn from things that affect me deeply. Basically this goes back to question number two – strong women are always an inspiration to me, especially when they manage to break boundaries or change the course history.

J: What do you feel makes you different from the designer?

M: I truly believe that when you look good you feel good, which is why I design shoes that will make a women look good, and of course feel good, all the way down to her toes. I think one of my major differentiators is the “twist” that I add to my designs that keep the design classic, but with a pop of originality. My shoes go with your life, regardless of where you are or where you are going. Lastly, comfort is very important for me, especially when it comes to shoes. This is one of the things I focus on when designing – I want the women who wear them to be as comfortable as possible, all while feeling sexy and feminine.

J: If you were stranded on a deserted island and could only take 3 things with you what would they be?

M:It would be difficult to take my three kids without my husband, as they would be too much for me to handle. So I guess my best answer would have be sunglasses, a bathing suit and suntan lotion. If I’m going to be stranded on a deserted island I may as well get comfortable and die with a good tan.

Ms. Johnson

"Girls do not dress for boys. They dress for themselves, and of course. each other. If girls dressed for boys, they'd just walk around naked at all times." ~ Betsey Johnson

 

Fall Fashion About Those Legs

We've been reaching for those classic black tights to warm our legs in the past few seasons but this season the creaminess of white emerges, as well as those school girl knee high socks and socks under our heels.

White Tights/ Leggings

When going for this look keep one simple rule in mind: avoid sheer white stockings. You don't want to pale you want the white to apparent and diliberate. Go for opaque block colors, stark white, off white, and creams.

Knee High Socks

When going for this style there are a few key things to remember, length, style, andand shape to keep from being a victim. Stick to these styles: 

• Knee High Socks
• Over the Knee Socks
• Thigh High Socks

• Pick the length wisely: they have to suit your body's shape.
  • If you've got big thighs, thigh high socks will draw too much attention to them
  • Knee socks that finish below the knee may compliment your bone structure more than those knee high socks which finish above the knee. Try both styles on.
  • Knee high socks that cut off just below the knee are more likely to give you a slimmer look, as going only a short distance above the knee could result in socks that 'bulge' on your knee.
• If you're short, knee high socks that cut off below the knee are best paired with a shorter hemline to expose more leg and, thus, imply greater height. The hem should be no lower than the middle of your thigh.
• If you're in a colder climate then knitted socks might work for you. But avoid chunky and overt knitted socks.
• Avoid pairing knee high socks with tartan and plaid skits unless you can otherwise avoid the school girl overtones.
• Don't be afraid to layer. Knee high socks and over the knee socks worn over sheer, patterned stockings can add a whole new dimension to an outfit.

• Don't be afraid to color and texture, particularly if you want the socks to be a focal piece of your outfit

If your going for the thigh high, my suggestion is to try American Apparel. 

Socks Under Heels

While you can wear those say knee Socks under your boots to add to an outfit your can also use their short counter parts this up coming season to also add some depth. Pairing ankle and mid-calf socks with heels, booties, and platforms can transform your look with-out a lot of time or change. You can also pair them over your tights to bring more personality to an outfit.

 

Fall Fashion El Cape

If your like me, you like to get your wardrobe under wraps long before the season starts. I hate it when it get cold and I don't have what I need. So I thought I'd do ya'll a favor a start the shopping guide now.
 This fall the cape will emerge as a major fashion trend and the beauty in that is the shear variety of types of capes. 

Cape can be used to describe any sleeveless outer garment, such as a poncho, but usually it is a long garment that covers only the back half of the wearer, fastening around the neck.

Capes / Capelets

A cape in the broader sense is pretty much any form of outerwear that opens at the front, and has no sleeves - usually with slits for the arms instead. Capes can be cut in a full circle, or on the straight. Capelets are any type of short cape that covers the shoulders. The fall 2010 runways were filled with capes, so this is definitely a trend we foresee for the coming colder seasons.

Cloaks

A cloak is similar to a cape only generally longer - typically mid-calf but often as long as ankle-length. Cloaks tend to be completely sleeveless; rather wraping around as an outerwear garment.

Shawls, Stoles & Wraps

These are usually loosely-worn or wrapped around the shoulders, usually for evening wear. Traditionally they've been made from luxurious fabrics like silk, brocade, or fur.

Ponchos

A poncho is usually a closed square of fabric with a hole for one's head to go through.

How to wear them

Like much of 2010 fall fashion, the cape best fits into any of the following looks:

Elegant

Take your inspiration from the loose cocoon styles of the 1920s, through to the fur bubble capes and stoles of the 1940s and 50s; nothing says classic elegance like a vintage cape.

Gothic

For rock-chic styling with a gothic edge go for flowing black cloaks or leather capes.