Today’s Couture - Burberry  Couture in the City

Sticking with the French and Monet theme, ‘French Connection’ has a fantastic array of spring collections for you. Bold reds, greens, and creams are very inviting. And the cuts and styles are very couture. Try any of these items to add to your denim jean for a casual look. Or dress it up with a nice pair of slacks and heels.

Shopping Guide: Best of Banana Republic OMIRU (read full article)

Omiru’s been shopping more and more at Banana Republic lately.  Maybe it’s their new signature line, maybe it’s their bold colors for spring, or maybe it’s their classic-with-a-twist details.  Maybe it’s all three.

With amazing butt lifting powers (tried them – its for real) and a return to classic styling and bootleg fashion, these are a denim worthy of your dollars.

Source: people.com

Faux Wood Headband OMIRU (read full article)

We love the look of this cutout headband–it seems more MOMA Design Store than Twelve by Twelve. $4  at  Twelve by Twelve.

If your current work wardrobe is giving you a case of the Monday’s, give it a lift with a few interesting pieces from LeFashionista because trust me, the mall is just going to disappoint you anyway!

How to Dress Up Jeans for Work OMIRU (read full article)

Q: Like skirts, dark jeans are the way to go for a dressier look.  The darker the jean, the dressier the look it creates.   Read more. 

Here’s three basic fashion formulas to get you started:
(1) Blazer + Sweater + Tee + Jeans.
(2) Cardigan + Button-down Shirt + Tee +  Jeans.
(3) Jacket + Sweater + Blouse + Jeans.

Tell your winter makeup and hair to take a hike for a while…it’s spring and it’s time to lighten up that look! Black nails with a floral print sun dress? I think not.

Check out these cute spring hair and makeup trends to update your look for this season. Side pony tails, and more.

Carrie Underwood, LC and Ali Larter (source)

Q&A: Aftershave and Cologne 101 OMIRU (read full article)

Q: How do I pick out an aftershave or cologne for myself? What is the difference between the two? How much is too much, and how do I figure out how much to wear?

A: How much is too much?  While you can splash your face with aftershave, coworkers will  smell you from across the office if you do so with cologne.  Cologne is best applied in small quantities—a dab here & there is enough. Read More.

1) Consider your face shape: If you have a long face (like Liv Tyler) then you can do the heavy, blunt cut bangs. If you have a heart shaped face (like Reese Witherspoon) then lighter sideswept bangs are more your speed.

2) Try some on for size: buy some hair pieces to try out the look first.
3) See a stylist: DON’T try to cut your own bangs if you want to get the best results.

Reese Witherspoon (source)

Q&A: How to Fly in Style OMIRU (read full article)

Q:  Any suggestions for a travel-enduring outfit?

A:  Wrinkle free fabrics are going to be your best bet for your straight airport-to-flat rendezvous.  Try a chunky knit sweaterdress over tights and knee-high boots.  Top off the outfit with a 3/4 length or full length wool or cashmere coat (bonus points for bright colors or standout detailing).  Read more.

Leave it to Hollywood fashionista’s like Vanessa Minillo, LC and LiLo to introduce us to a haut brand of handbags…lately, these ladies can’t get enough of their Treesje handbags.

5 Questions with Constance White, eBay Style Director OMIRU (read full article)

What are your top trends for 2008?
(1) The play of hard against soft.  For example, a pretty, silky dress in a beautiful color with a menswear inspired reefer coat in tweed or plaid.  Lighter fabrics are prevalent in part because of global warming but also because women travel so much today.

(2) A peep toe shoe or bootie with a high vamp–classic 1940s influence.
Again, a 40s trend.  Grown up clothes for a more mature look.  Baby boomers want to be fashionable but also realistic.
Read more!

It’s no secret that there’s a fine line between fashion and art when it comes to runway clothing. This is couture, and not ready to wear, after all. Surprised and disappointed at some fav designer’s for not really coming through. Miss Sixty was a mess all over and Sass and Bide, while playful, had only a few wearable pieces.

Image: Matthew Williamson

Fall 2008 Fashion Week Trend: Bishop Sleeves
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Style tip?  We love the 3/4 bishop sleeve as seen at Verrier–much easier to wear than the full-length traditional bishop sleeve.  Wear with long gloves for maximum drama.

Bishop Sleeves at Catherine Malandrino, Carolina Herrera, and Verrier.
Photo Credit: NYMag.com

After trying it out, I must admit that I was pleasantly surprised. Intervene provided great coverage and was so light, I couldn’t tell that I was even wearing makeup. And the results…well, see for yourself!

Q: Winter Clothes for a Mexican Vacation
 OMIRU (read full article)

A:  Too bad the temperature will be that cool, but in the spirit of the cruise I would pack some fun and flirty outfits.  A cruise is a time to play, so I would recommend a couple of fun dresses to throw into the mix with your jeans.