Photorealism A-line Skirt by theclosetbychristie featuring high heels Realistic landscapes, animal faces, garden flowers- nature is rocking the runway in all its realism. Yes, it's photorealism I'm talking about! I deemed it as a trend to watch back in January (see post: Fashion Meets Art: Photorealism) and since then, the trend has made its way from the runways to local retailers everywhere. So, what exactly is…
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How-To Style Guide: Color Blocking
July 15, 2013 by theclosetbychristieNavy, Yellow, Green by theclosetbychristie featuring brass earrings Color blocking first came onto the scene in 1965 when Yves Saint Laurent released a dress collection inspired by the neoplasticism art technique. Every so often the trend re-emerges, as fashion does, and this Spring/Summer season is no exception! What exactly is color blocking? Well, it is pretty much exactly what it sounds like- color blocks. It is…
Trends For Less: A Nature-Inspired Summer
July 12, 2013 by theclosetbychristieTrends For Less: A Nature-Inspired Summer by theclosetbychristie featuring ann taylor It's Friday! Congrats on making it through the first full work week following the holiday! You worked hard this week.. let's reward you with another edition of Trends For Less! This week we're covering nature-inspired pieces for the summer. I'm always drawn to pieces inspired by the beauty that surrounds us. Birds, flowers, feathers, leaves-…
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