‘Fashion Topics’ Archives
A Bohemian Touch
Hello dear readers, Today's look-of-the-day is my take on Boho. The aesthetic synthesis we now recognize as the 'Bohemian style' has gypsy roots and is often associated with unconventional, artistic lifestyles. Keeping these two facts in mind is particularly helpful when constructing a boho look because they trigger a multitude of mental images and direct associations. Ask yourself the ...
Vacation Clothes (Beachwear)
When you know your day’s gonna consist of three things Ocean, beach, and unlimited drinks There are certain clothes that you need to wear To feel fabulous with that special flair Tropical vacations are largely about laying in the sun with a margarita in your hand. Periodically, we all get those vacation-longing images in our minds of palm trees, hammocks on the beach, and sand under ...
Gloves
When I was growing up, all we had was mittens Those fluffy simple things that keep you hands so warm Functional and modest, a mitt is just a mitt! But gloves, my fashionistas are swanky Do admit. Some of you might have noticed a little pattern emerging; a new development in my video-post repertoire is that I do a little mini-performance as an introduction to the relevant topic. When I ...
Let it Rain (Rain Clothes)
Let it Rain, Let it Rain, Let it Rain! There is a famous saying in Russian that “there is no such thing as bad weather in nature” (the saying loses whatever poetic lyricism it had in translation). I’ve always found this notion to be problematic because it’s so obviously untrue. Living in Canada, I’ve experienced plenty of horrible weather that comes in many different forms. So no, in ...
Beaded Dresses
Those Irresistible Beaded Dresses The nature of the fashion industry as a business, and consumer economy in general, demands that fashion trends are in a constant state of change. Most of us haven’t even had time to buy those boyfriend jeans and they are already on their way out. I have long abandoned the notion that keeping up with what’s “in” can be satisfying for a fashionista. ...
Cashmere Dresses
Oh cashmere…how I love you so! As most of you probably know I live in Canada, which means I need to get through a long, tedious winter each year of my life. Thankfully, I have come to learn that there are a few things that I can do to make winter a bit more enjoyable, such as: vacations in the Caribbean, the sauna, hot-chocolate, and cashmere dresses. I even gave winter sports a shot last ...
Royal-inspired Necklaces
Welcome back ladies. Today's topic is Royal-Inspired Necklaces; those bold statement pieces that make us feel like the magnificent majesties that we are. What better way to glam-up an understated little-black-dress then with an overstated gorgeous accessory. The Georgio Armani dress that I chose to wear to my friend's birthday party, just screams for a necklace. The supportive bodice and ...
Sequin Dresses (My first video-post)
Welcome to my first video-blog on Fashionista Talk.com! Every video-post will be accompanied by an article that builds on the ideas discussed in the video. The following is both a written reiteration of, and an elaboration on, what I speak about in the video. Today’s topic is the "Sequin Dress." It really is one of the most glamorous statements in the history of fashion. Who would ...
