Fashion Trend: Gladiator Style

I came across a new trend that is expected be big for the spring, which is gladiator sandal. Designers and celebrities across the boarders are all indulging in this trend, but I don’t know if I can get with the program, just yet.

Granted, I do like bold and unique and this trend is a statement maker by far, but it is missing the elegant piece that I adore in fashion.

Here’s a picture from Examiner of the new trend.

Credits http://www.examiner.com/article/spring-trends-gladiator-sandals

Honestly, the shoes doesn’t look that appalling in this fashion shot. I actually like how the shoes are matched with the dress, it looks very glamorous, but I still don’t envision the sandals on MY feet.

Here’s Rita Ora’s wearing the trend

Credits http://www.oohlalablog.com/celebrity-style/2013/02/rita-4/

I would have to agree with the Oh La La Blog, I absolutely love this look for Rita Ora and how she has all of the pieces coming together. She is wearing Alexandre Vauthier’s gold-plated halter dress and Moschino’s embroidered coat from pre-fall 2013, according to Oh La La Blog, and Jimmy Choo Mogul Gladiator Sandals.

Despite the fact that I actually like the ensemble, I don’t think I would wear it. It is very Rita Ora-ish, and I do like Rita Ora’s style, but it is not for me.

Maybe after the style of the gladiator shoes sinks in, I’ll eventually give it a try. I think it is very possible for some people to work it, but not myself. I’m curious as to how big this trend will actually be. But that’s my opinion, how do you feel about the gladiator footwork?

Style Icons

I always felt out of the loop because I could never relate to all of those people who’s fashion is inspire by old Hollywood fashion icons, such as Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, Madonna, Cher.  I thought something had to be wrong with me because I did not have a fashion influence and old-school fashion just isn’t my style.  BUT! After making more and more post about fashion, I’ve figured it out. So here we go, my top 3 fashion inspirations

Nini Nguyen

Nini Nguyen
From http://mixedtapediaries.blogspot.com/2011/08/wonder-woman-wednesday-nini-nguyen.html

“Anyone can look like a million without spending a million and I believes in buying less, but investing in quality pieces that will last forever.”

Nini is the reason behind Rihanna’s style.  She is a stylist, designer, and blogger out of Dallas, Tx with over ten years of experience. Her fashion pieces are very simplistic, yet her style is very bold. I think what I like most about her style is that it is very elegant, which you don’t see a lot of today.

“It’s not what you wear, but how you wear it.” – Nini Nguyen

Scott Disick

Scott Disick or Lord Disick, as he likes to call himself, is a cast member of Keeping Up With the Kardashians on E! Tv.

Scott Disick
Credits http://rukkle.com/entertainment/this-weeks-best-and-worst-pop-culture-junk-5

To this day, I’m not quite sure of what he does for a living, but his style is magnificent.  If I could embody the female version of him, I would die happy! He has a regalness to his style.

And last, but certainly not least is…

Solange Knowles

Solange Knowles from a spread in Elle South Africa
Credits http://www.magxone.com/elle/solange-knowles-elle-south-africa-november-2012/attachment/solange-knowles-elle-south-africa-6/

Solange Knowles is Beyonce’ s younger sister.  She is a singer, song writer, actress, dancer, and DJ from Houston Texas.  She is also a gorgeous fashionista in my eyes.  Solange always knows how to mix and match pieces and can pull any outfit together.  I, personally, like her style because it’s unique.  I love prints and bold combinations, and she does it to the T every time she steps out.

I am still on the look out for more style inspirations, who knows it could be you!

Fashion Trend: Mismatched & Mixed Prints

One of the latest trends taking over is mixing prints.  Nobody likes to be matchy-matchy, but fashion is now taking a new approach.  Prints are complimenting prints and I absolutely love it! It is actually something I like to incorporate into my style whenever I get dressed, whether it’s mixed prints, or odd colors, or both!

Check out Solange Knowles, as she was spotted in London back in January in an Alberta Ferretti Coat and Miu Miu Printed Flare Pants, according to Fashion Bomb Daily, and white pumps, what appears to be Elizabeth & James Saucy T-straps.

From: http://fashionbombdaily.com/2013/01/17/get-the-look-solange-knowless-xoyo/

Now, Solange is known for her printed wardrobe, and I loved this look. Not only for the prints, but the color scheme as well.  She kept to the same color palette throughout the outfit with different tones of blues, purples, and yellows. With the pop of pink and orange in the jacket and a neutral shoe that kept the eye flowing up and down.  I even like the scarf, although it’s very bright, it helps balance the top with the bottom with the yellow.

Here’s something I created with Polyvore, all items are from Topshop excluding the army fatigue pants, which are from ZARA.  These are things I plan to add to my wardrobe, and this is how I would pair them when mixing my prints.

The Sleeveless Floral Print Shell Top is $56 from Topshop, the  Lightening Bolt Crop Top is $24 from Topshop, the Camouflage Print Trousers are $50 from Zara and the Knitted Bang Skirt is $64 from Topshop

A Polyvore Creation with Items From Topshop

I am a complete fan of the mismatched mix prints.  How do you feel about it, would you wear it?