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Marni Pre-Fall 2012 Collection Review

After scanning this collection as a potential review, I was automatically enamored. Marni is known for their eccentric patterns, a trademark they pull off well. As for this collection, there is much to love. For this review, I am going to use a different tactic. I am going to go through each look and write down what comes to mind as I scan each piece.

Let's see how this goes.    

                                Marni Pre-Fall 2012

• Native American influence
• Sassy teacher pins/patches
• I must have color block leggings
• Mules and loafers are back
• Western influences done right
• Doe eyes
• Sunglasses are reminiscent to Prada
• Stripes and color blocking work wonders
• My music is really loud (actual thought)
• Punk influence in the sweater and flannel works well with the pins
• Peter Pan collars rule
• Fur and polygamist skirt done well
• I actually like color?
• I like the neutral looks better
• Ruffles
• I love platform Mary Jane's a lot
• Fur, pattern, pattern, color block, shoes
• Big fur coats synched at the waist? Not so much
• Yes yes yes COLOR BLOCK YES
• French scarves tied effortlessly around the neck, yes
• Creepers in the fashion world?! I can finally get a pair
• I still like color?
• Love the yellow fur with the tartan and statement earrings
• More is more is more is more is more
• Tartan suit? Yes.
• Blazer raincoat? Yes please
• Netted blazer remind me of YSL caged boots
• I STILL LIKE COLOR?
• Fur accents are pretty nice
• I like the disheveled hair

   

Although it may seem as if all of my thoughts are unorganized, they are all rather cohesive. This collection, like my thoughts, seems very random and disheveled on the surface. Once you keep digging, however, you see that everything has a purpose and is placed where it after meticulous consideration. Every look that seems to be thrown together is properly organized so that the patterns clash exactly right, so the pins and Peter Pan collar don't have to compete, so the color block and the stripes are on different plains of sight. The nudes work wonders with the bold blues, greens and yellows, and the tans and grays work seamlessly with the tartans, stripes and blocks of colors. One of my first true looks at Marni and I can definitely say I am a fan. This collection has definitely won my heart, and as a lover of all things "more is more" I am sure to return to this house season after season.

 

 

 

I am enamored with the effortless cool girl look in this collection

What do you think?

 

XXX,

Gabriela

 

 

 

Burberry Prorsum F/W Menswear 2012 Collection Review

No other collection could have defined the gentlemen so well. Slightly nipped waists, blazers effortlessly layered over suits, patterned sweaters and elegantly mismatched pieces manage to bring this entire collection together. There is something so attractive about a man who manages to look well dressed without looking overly feminine. This collection seems to tell the story of a man who knows how to dress. A man who wakes up on Monday morning, realizes he doesn't want to wear the same old business suit, and instead throws on a printed sweater over his trousers. Grabbing his grandfather's hat and his mustard yellow gloves, he laces his brogues and runs out the door. Without a look back, he has managed to throw on a well crafted outfit. Grabbing a cup of coffee before work, he catches the metro and runs to his office in the heart of Paris. This man is a renaissance man; a man of art and intelligence who is not afraid to woe the ladies (or men) with poetry and who isn't afraid to have his own defined sense of style

The layers and layers of beautiful outerwear, the animal accents, the use of texture and the jewel color scheme all make this an incredible collection.

 

The use of layering with a suit is incredible, so easy to do and has such a great result.

The use of color as an accent is fantastic. I like the fact that the colors are bold but not bright.

 

I love the classic Burberry Quilted jacket and vest, and I love the accent of the gloves. The look on the right is my favorite from the entire collection. I would probably have died if he was wearing a bow-tie though.

I am obsessed with the sweater and button down; I would wear those myself.

I love the herringbone accents as well as all of the bulky layering. The tribal accents contrast wonderfully with the put-together style of the look itself.

The leather jacket and the velvet suit are both incredible. Such a 40's throwback, it's absolutely beautiful.

Mismatched velvet and stripe accents make this collection incredible Burberry. Bailey has proved himself once again.

A Simple Post

I was going to review Burberry Prorsum Menswear F/W 2012 collection right now. I currently do not have enough time to review the collection, so instead, I will be doing that tonight.

Anyway, here is my favorite look, so far.

 

 

Anyway, yesterday my mother surprised me with Cyber lipstick by MAC. I had still been craving Gareth Pugh's Fervent, but not surprisingly, it had sold out. Anyway, Cyber is a lovely color and very rich.

 

 

 

Fashion Nerd Problems

I am enamored with everything fashion. Mostly everything fashion, at least. I would gladly spend my days looking at collections and beauty and drawing everything that comes to mind when I think of all these beautiful things. It would be heaven if instead of lusting over my favorite styles, I could actually wear them. Big dreaming, yeah? I love the idea of wearable art, the idea of telling a story, your own story, through what you wear. As conceited as it is, people will judge you on how you look. Anyway, this is not what this post is supposed to be about. Instead, it is suppose to be a list of ridiculous problems I find myself faced with everyday.

• Judging someone's outfit based on their shoes; This has happened to me countless times. I will adore someone's outfit and then I will give them the head to toe and find out they are wearing Uggs or crocs. I'm sorry, neither of those shoes are aesthetically pleasing in any way and they will ruin the integrity of your outfit. I understand some people need the comfort of shoving their foot into an alpaca or the weightlessness of plastic on their feet, but really? I will not like your outfit if your shoes are ugly, I am sorry
• Getting envious of someone because their outfit is so damn on point; There will always be that girl who has the most amazing, unique style and has the confidence to match. It's incredible, really. There is something so beautiful about a women, or man, who dresses well and knows it, without being cocky of course.
• Being extremely attracted to a man because he dresses well; and has a beard, obviously. Oh and I'm not saying I want to jump every 60 year old man I see that dresses well. Not at all. If an older gentleman dresses well though, I will have more respect for him. The twenty something year old that knows how to wear a cardigan, however, is a different story.
• Seeing a picture of the Eiffel tower and automatically envisioning oneself in Paris; I hope I'm not the only one who this happens to. I think of Paris and I automatically pretend I am living the fashion life, working for a fashion magazine and drinking my lattes on Saturday mornings with a freshly baked croissant and walking to the flower market.
• Going to Forever 21 and seeing something and automatically knowing what collection/designer/season it's a knock off of. Literally happens all the time. Whether it's the very badly done imitation tie dye from Proenza Schouler or the mildly well done Miu Miu pumps that are clearly not Prada by any sense. I feel as if I should more opposed to knock offs, but I cannot afford the real deal, so I won't deny the fact that I indulge every so often.
• Seeing someones outfit that went astray and automatically knowing what they need to do to look good; That sounds conceited, I just meant that sometimes people don't really realize proportion plays a part of a good outfit. Whenever I see someone with a long torso wearing a drop waist, I just want to yell at them that they need high waisted to even out their body! Little things like that just tick me off.
• Sitting at Starbucks and blogging; Which is exactly what I'm doing right now
• Having a favorite designer/design house/collection and crying each season because it's so beautiful; Just me? Oh

   

  Well, this is it for now. I will be adding more definitely!

  XXX
  Gabriela

Alice + Olivia Pre-Fall 2012

I don't think I've ever been so enamored with a collection. I have always been a fan of Alice + Olivia's effortlessly cool charm; the sweet rebellion like nature of their clothing has always been one of my favorite to see season after season. I think I adore this line so much because it combines high fashion with the ease of being able to wear in real life. I love fashion, don't get me wrong, but if I were to wear half of the looks that come of the runway here in Georgia, I would get even more blatant stares than I already do. Alice + Olivia, however, make high fashion clothing that is extremely wearable while still looking ultra chic and fashionable. Season after season, this line puts out clothing that every music and art obsessed girl would die, or bleed, for. This season is undeniably the most amazing I have seen. Each look is the French girl, chic and edgy look that seems to be a paradox, but is easily put into effect by this house. From the fabrics and the cat eyed glasses, to the platform shoes and maxi skirts, this collection is undeniably one of my favorites of Pre-Fall. I love the contrast of showing skin yet having maxi skirts and the contrasts of fabric and patterns.

I hope I'm not the only one who enjoys this collection so immensely, leave me some thoughts!

XXX Gabriela

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ombre hair

I got my hair ombred today, here are the results!

 

The tips are black and it fades to my natural color, a brown

 

XXX,

Gabriela

After Christmas Shopping and a Haircut

I went shopping yesterday and picked up some much needed clothing and accessories. Today I got a haircut.

Here is the lovechild of both events.

My "leather lunchbag" purse is from Zara and my Camel colored wedges are from Zara as well.

The tank top is from Urban Outfitters, and the sweatpants are from Express.

 

I got this necklace last week from Forever 21, the elephant ring was given to me by a friend, and the leaf ring was picked up from Forever 21 yesterday

 

I love the rouche detailing in these sweatpants from Express.

 

The jewel ring was thrifted at a Vintage store in Virginia last Spring.

 

I love this purse! The studded detailing is great.

 

 

XXX,

Gabriela

Artistic Aspiration

I wanted to make some collages to put on here and this is what I got! A lot of random things that inspire me X

Also, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukah and Happy Holidays!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

XXX Gabriela

Collection Review Chanel Pre-Fall 2012

 

There is a special place in my heart for Coco, Chanel and Mr.Lagerfeld himself, and not just because my name resembles so closely that of the legendary founder of this house. My love and appreciation for Chanel is much deeper than something as vain as a name. Chanel is the one house who I never seem to tire of, constantly refreshing and revamping my idea of fashion and what creates a "good" or "proper" outfit or look. Chanel is classic, that much is implied. The house is dramatically different than it was when it was under the direction of Gabrielle herself, but how is that NOT expected? Chanel went from being a simple hat shop to a fashion empire. This collection shows exactly how diverse Chanel is. Under the incredibly talented influence of Karl Lagerfeld, this renowned house took a trip to India, and did it with incredible grace and style. This collection is as diverse as it is stunning; some pieces seem completely influenced by Indian culture, while some manage to be completely Chanel, sans the headpiece. The color in this collection is absolutely incredible, a range of both shades and palettes that manage to incorporate the vivid culture that India is known for.

 

XXX,

Gabriela

Wish List

 

What I Lust After

Emma Watson's looks and charm

Viktor &Rolf Flowerbomb perfume

 

The Cult of Beauty editorial in December Vogue

Fendi's spring 2012 RTW Shoes

 

 

Fendi's fall 2011 RTW Shoes

 

Bottega Veneta Spring 2012 RTW shoes

 

Pringles of Scotland sweaters and looks spring 2012 RTW

 

 

 

More later,

XXX