Vogue’s Fashion’s Night Out: Moscow

 

Exclusive t-shirts for sale at Tsvetnoy Univermag, Moscow

 
On September 3rd, Vogue Russia hosted Fashion’s Night Out in Moscow, in three different spaces, though the two most popular were TSUM, the gloriously uber-high fashion mecca next to the Bolshoi theater, and Tsvetnoy Universal Market, a six/seven storey building with a food market/mini cafe at the top, and much fashion for the whole family on the lower floors. 

Let’s just say the night was both spectacular and underwhelming all at the same time, but shortly you’ll see my reasoning. Bad news first, I guess? Let’s rip it off like a bandaid. Well, both places that I went, TSUM and Tsvetnoy, were incredibly crowded–that’s a good thing… For Vogue and the stores themselves. Additionally, there were many glamorous exclusives for the night, and only that night. This was both a good and saddening thing, but I’ll explain. Online, when Vogue Russia published all of the exclusives in the respective stores, there was great lighting, perhaps some photoshop… Case and point, you wanted those exclusives, including every single one of the 13 exclusive t-shirts designed by Russian designers on sale for the night. Then, you get to FNO Moscow and the exclusive items in person are very meh. In additon to finding out that not all 13 shirts are for sale, and good luck trying to locate the ones for sale in the stores… Plus, they were (mostly) victims of looking amazing… online. 

The pretty cool things about FNO Moscow? Well, the t-shirts. After a while of looking at them, they actually were pretty cool in person, but some of them… I just couldn’t come to call them fashion, but that’s just my taste. The celebrities, models, and Vogue personel… Alright, I know of a lot of Russian celebrities, but I don’t know them all. Some people you looked at, you just instantly knew they were someone great. Others, like models–ahem, ahem, Natasha Poly (my biggest model crush) was there–are more obvious to spot. And of course, due to it’s sponsorship by Vogue, Vogue Russia editors were all over, and that was pretty darn awesome. Other than that, you could get free ice cream and bubbly, some balloons, and some brands were offering 10% off during the night. 

Overall, was it a grand success? Well, in my opinion, not really. I see why the New York Fashion’s Night Out fizzled. In the end, it’s just another night of shopping where the well-heeled come to flaunt their plastic cards and the buff men see who can carry the most shopping bags. Yes, it has loud music and free ice cream and bubbly, some free manicures, rides in Audis, and some celebrity sightings, but it’s not much different from a normal day out in Moscow. Would I go again? Most certainly, it’s a place to see and be seen, it’s in Moscow, and at the end of the day, it’s a fashion holiday–I can certainly make room for that. 

More pictures from the night 

A fashion installation in TSUM Moscow

  
The installations, for the most part were great! Super cutting edge, but some left me wondering, who would wear these outfits put together like this? However, the individual pieces… stunning..

Crowds, upon crowds, upon crowds..

 This was taken at Tsvetnoy Univermag… If you can imagine, TSUM was even more packed, and here at Tsvetnoy, as the night went on, space became more and more precious. 

Couples style: Love neutrals

Neutrals are always in style

When I look at this photo, I envision these two riding off into the sunset on the Amalfi Coast in their vintage red Ferrari… Even though this was snapped in Copenhagen. They complement the Ferrari by being a truly stunning couple, in both looks and fashion. Let’s talk about the fashion.

Previously, I wrote about a great way to build a man’s closet here. When couples dress together, it’s important that one complements the other, and I love how these two have done just that in a subtle manner. How is it done? Well, both are wearing greyscale, neutral outfits. But there are slight details that make this pairing amazing. The man’s jacket is a darker shade of grey than the woman’s super chic, draped top. This is because of the checked pattern. Then, the woman is wearing a darker shade of pants than the man. All of the shades are hints darker. Therefore, the lighter and darker shades are at diagonals, which make this look great.

In addition, they both accessorize with neutrals. Her neutral clutch can be used everywhere, and his neutral belt can dress up or down any look. The look is made casual by his t-shirt and turned-up jacket cuffs, while she stays classic chic. I also love his vintage looking sunglasses and their voluminous hair. Everything works.

Tip for men: Make a look casual by wearing a t-shirt under your blazer, and turn up the cuffs–a great choice in the summer months.

Tip for women: Drape, drape, drape! Modern looks are all about great draping achieved through great tailoring. A little drape goes a long way.

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Photo source: Harper’s Bazaar

Tote love: The good, the bad, and the bag

Take advantage of the tote

Let me preface this by stating that this picture is stunning. Casual, dressy, so well put together, effortless, timeless, oh my god–gorgeous. Captured on the streets of Milan, the white outfit is a great contrast to the warm colors of the buildings, and the bright blue tote is a great contrast to the blank white canvas of the outfit.

Ok, we love the look, the versatility of it to take it from day to night and the fact that it looks so comfortable to wear. But. Let’s talk about the tote. There are several things to love and several things to regret. Let’s go with the bad first. Most leather totes are heavy to begin with, without every lipstick, wallet, hand sanitizer and tissues known to man. They can be awkward–do I carry them with my arm, over my shoulder, across my body, or do I simply grip the handles?

The good? They hold everything–laptops, shoes, desserts, you name it, totes can carry it. The flexibility–you can carry it, put it on your shoulder, carry it in the crook of your arm, etc. The security–most have little zippered pockets to keep things extra safe. Some are waterproof, and hey, they can be heavy, so does that mean we can skip lifting weights at the gym?

Aside from this being a great Céline luggage tote, in a great blue for all seasons (I’m biased), totes have great versatility and a great opportunity to be the bag for most all occasions. Stay tuned for a run-down on mini bags, the good, the bad, and the bag.

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Source: Harper’s Bazaar

Lessons from couture: Add some sparkle to your wardrobe

Party like there’s no tomorrow–Italian couture style

When Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana decide to put on a couture show, it becomes a “can’t miss” party. Thus, I have long admired the sparkles, crystals, glamour, pomp and circumstance that glide along the runway at Dolce & Gabbana’s Alta Moda shows, especially the most recent for fall 2015. With price tags beyond belief, a girl can dream.

How, though, can you take 1920s-inspired Italian Dolce couture to the street and make it work for your wardrobe and your budget? Accessorize! These looks above are incredibly detailed from the carefully placed buttons to the painstakingly perfectly appliquéd crystals, so think about that when you’re styling your look. Keep it in the details, mostly. Look for a sequined little clutch, a glittered head piece, a crystal necklace or bedazzled shoes. A well-sequined dress, shirt or skirt, though, can be a showstopper–with simple accessories.

Personally, my way to make my outfit sparkle is to add a touch of my glitter loafers, crystallized jewelry, or a sequined shirt–each shines like a disco ball, though I only wear one piece of sparkle at a time in order to emphasize what I want instead of over-doing it.

Tip: Keep things neutral, think of what body part is being emphasized and make it look amazing!

For example, I’ll wear a white button-down, a fitted black skirt, a sequined mini bag, with perhaps a bejeweled bracelet, and classic pumps. All the attention is around my hands–therefore, I make sure to have well moisturized hands and freshly manicured nails.

Makeup tip: Wearing sequins? Keep makeup simple and classic–as much as thick winged eyeliner. Not wearing sequins? Try sparkly eyeshadow, make those lips shine with gloss! (Though not at once, unless you’re going for a “showgirls” look)

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Source: Vogue

Blue: The cool color is hot for fall 2015

Go for all tints of blue, ranging from green to purple

I must confess, I love blue. It’s my favorite color, every shade, though I have a soft spot for navy. Thus, I am so excited for this upcoming season, why? the it color is BLUE! From nail polishes, mascaras, and eyeshadows to heels, bags and clothes, get ready for a world of blue, the greatest hue.

The picture above, though filled with so many tints of blue, manages to pull it all together because of the small details. The turned-up cuffs of her jacket create a drastic contrast, and the green bag with blue sides manages to pull together the look with another dose of color. In case you were wondering, the bag is a Ralph Lauren Ricky bag. I look at it as a classic, great bag that can hold a lot. I have one and I consider it one of my best investments because it is always chic, incredibly classic and the yellow sides of my blue bag create a pop of color. A great investment bag is almost always in style.

So. How can you stay stylish this fall in the greatest color of all? Invest in pieces that you can transition through many seasons with. Darker tints of blue are always classic, though if you want a pop, try a pair of bright blue heels or a bright blue bag. Light blue tops or dresses can be applied to many outfits and can be taken from work to fun. A blue suit is in style whether it be the boardroom or using the blazer for a dressy weekend look.

Tip: Add hints of other colors to your blue look in order break up the blues. Try a bright red lip or nails. 

Makeup Tip: If you’re looking to use blue makeup, try blue eyeshadow with green or brown eyes–if you’re blue eyed, shades of brown will accentuate your eye color, natural beauty for the win.

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Source: style.com

Borrowing from the boys and vintage: Paris edition

Even after a year, Paris street style can inspire your wardrobe

Although this picture was taken approximately a year ago, it continues to portray today’s trends, as well as represent the oh so effortlessly put together Paris chic. Here we have a side by side comparison of two great trends–50s vintage and the menswear inspired look.

The contradiction of checked print to solid and the addition of a knotted blouse on the fashion week devotee, center left, is easy to pull together and is achievable on a budget. Tip: One way to pick out a quality printed skirt is to see the matching of patterns on the seams (evidenced by the upward “arrows” on the side of this checked skirt).

Feeling powerful? Try a full three-piece suit! On this fashion week devotee, center right, the lavender colored suit adds femininity; the charcoal grey vest adds an edge and the printed tie adds a dose of fun. How can this look be affordable? Invest in a quality three-piece suit and incorporate each piece everywhere: the possibilities are endless! Tip: Wear the jacket and slacks to work over a blouse, the vest over a collared shirt for a weekend trip or throw the jacket over a t-shirt and pair it with jeans for a fun night out!  

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Image source: Tommy Ton (style.com)