L.O.V.E. everything about this. Especially that ring!
Keiko of Keiko Lynn in her signature cat eye.
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Awesome post on the Facets blog today. I’m going to need those pointy-toed flats in every color, thanks.
Hey, Facets friends! Holly Dawsey here, a University of South Carolina grad turned New York City freelance fashion and beauty writer. After starting my first internship in the fashion department of FITNESS Magazine a year ago, I was full of shrink-wrapped ambition and determined to make it in this industry. I love sharing my thoughts on the latest tips, tricks and trends with others, so check out my review of J-Crew’s sister brand Madewell’s spring 2012 preview.
Just as expected, it was effortlessly cool. For years the high-style retailer has been filling women’s closets with quality, trendy staples and it didn’t stray far from the pack with this upcoming collection.
Expanding on some of this year’s most popular trends, the collection featured an array of playful stripes and polka-dots from head to toe, also keeping hemlines long with midi- to maxi-length skirts and dresses. Jeans were tailored, pants were cropped and shorts were pleated, while subtle pops of pink, orange, yellow and teal added pizazz to the modern take on classic looks which, of course, were paired with denim and chambray. Oversized knits, straw hats, colorful scarves, skinny belts and cross-bodied bags polished off each look. And on the feet: pointed-toe flats (in every color!), strappy sandals, peep-toe wedges and some seriously amazing two-toned wood wedges and heels.
So yes, if the Madewell spring 2012 collection were a person, it would most likely be a somewhat snobby hipster boarding the L train back to Williamsburg to talk politics with friends at the local cafe after clocking out at their downtown job. They would care about how they looked, but ‘wouldn’t care about how they looked.’ But hey, I’d still be their friend, even if only to borrow their clothes.
Check out some of the collection’s looks above, and look for them in stores in February and March!
This is one of our favorite photos from the premiere issue of Facets, page 9.
Her expression, wavy wind-blown hair, soft sheer top and loud sequin shorts are simply beautiful.
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Bright colors are my thing for summer, and giant rings are just my thing.
Check out another behind-the-scenes photo from the Facets summer style shoot. Our model strolled along Lake Michigan with her toes in the sand as temperatures reached 90° Memorial Day morning.
The whole crew climbed down that steep pile of rocks behind her to get to the beach—but it was worth it. The shots turned out beautifully.
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Sequin shorts, people. Sequin shorts.
Check out the first glimpse into the premiere issue of Facets, set to come out mid-July!
For a summer style feature, Director of Photography Lynn Conway shot a gorgeous pair of models (who are also our friends!) during the beautiful—and hot—morning of Memorial Day.
You’ll see photos from several spots in the Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago, including a quaint waterfront cafe and a small beach area we got to by climbing down steep, sharp rocks.
Stay tuned to Tumblr for more behind-the-scenes photos, or follow us on Twitter for more updates as we get closer to the launch of the first issue.
I put together a trendy outfit of both sequins and lace for a gift swap Christmas party with my girlfriends last weekend in Lincoln Park. Interestingly enough, what really did it for me in terms of this ensemble was neither the sequins nor the lace—it was the red lips (Elizabeth Arden in Cranberry Cream) and the giant vintage earrings.
With a $20 gift limit, I brought a wine glass that holds a full bottle of wine (believe it), a cheap bottle of Merlot and a $10 gift card to Barnes and Noble so the receiver could curl up with a great read…and a shiz ton of wine. Honestly, it was hard to give up!
Wearing:
- Black boyfriend blazer—Norma Kamali for Walmart, $20
- Gold sequin tank—Target, $18
- Black/tan lace skirt—Target, $17
- Black opaque tights—Assets by Sara Blakely for Target, $15
- Square toe black suede pumps—Charlotte Russe, $8
- Gold/diamond clip on earrings—Vintage, $8
Tip: Similar to pairing nude heels with bare legs, wearing black opaque tights with black pumps makes your legs look miles long.
I haven’t done an outfit post in awhile because, well, I haven’t worn an outfit in awhile. Yesterday was my first day in the office in the past 12 days! I was off all last week for Thanksgiving and I gave in to comfort over chic most days, rightly so.
This camel-colored sweater is one of my favorite purchases as of late. The color, the closure, I love everything about it. Mostly how forgiving it is, and how complementary it is to both black and brown.
Wearing:
- Front-buckled camel cardigan—T.J.Maxx, $35
- Black denim jeggings—Old Navy, $40
- Owl ring—Avenue, $5 (bought on Black Friday)
- Black riding boots—Jessica London, $60
And if you squint, you’ll see my nails are really a deep hunter green. I got the polish for free from ULTA’s rewards program, it’s ULTA brand in Envy. Makes me feel super festive. Love.
