Paris When It Freezes
When you think of Paris, you inevitably think of fashion. It is almost as if the two words should be transformed into one word, or at least hyphenated, because they are so heavily reliant on each other. Paris inspired the likes of Coco Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent, and Christian Dior, some of the most revolutionary...
When Fashion Trumps Christmas
Displays in major department stores in Paris are an essential part of the Parisian Christmas experience. Children line up on elevated platforms to get a clear view of the decorated windows at Galleries Lafayette and Printemps. Each department store competes with each other to show off the best and most ornate shop windows ever. Although...
Piccadilly Prints: London Fashion
Last week, I traveled northwest from Rome to London to spend the long Thanksgiving weekend in the land of the Brits. I was very excited to check out the London fashion because I have heard great things for this fashionable city. When we spent time in the busy central area at night around Piccadilly, I...
The European Edge
European style this upcoming winter seems to revolve around cute long-sleeve dresses paired with studded accessories. Long-sleeve dresses are timeless and look great on everyone. They are a way to keep warm in the winter but still look great! Long sleeves adds a touch of elegance to night out look for the colder months up...
Invasion of the Booties
The cobbled streets of Paris are a girl’s worst nightmare- they have absolutely no mercy on your shoes. This season, however, whether you find yourself in Paris, or any other part of the world, the ankle bootie is your best friend. It’s flattering and, for the most part, significantly more comfortable to walk in than...
All About Accents (Milan)
Last week, I traveled up north from Rome to the fashion capital of Italy: Milan. This city was filled with every fashion house you can imagine! While walking down Via Montenapoleone, the main street with all the top designer fashion houses, I was amazed by all the gorgeous window displays that lined the street. As...
Passport to Paris
Parisians are known to be smart shoppers, not impulse shoppers. Fashion trends come and go, but there are a few select items that manage to overcome the test of time. These classic items have remained a French wardrobe staple. Don’t panic… this doesn’t mean that you can’t indulge yourself by buying a pair...
Land of Leather
Living in Italy has had enormous benefits from its historical monuments, ruins, and of course the shopping. Italy famous its high quality leather. Roaming the streets of the endless boutiques, it is easy to spot stunning Italian leather goods: jackets, boots, handbags, and gloves. These items can be pricey, but the quality is premium. Plus,...
London Calling: Get the London Look
Coming from an urban and hippie city like San Francisco, I have seen a wide array of fashion trends that include poncho, rug style dresses paired with dreds and a nose ring connected to their ear. When I travel to my school in the south, I see the complete opposite: J. Crew sweaters paired with...
Standout Studs
While I am not in class during my time in Rome, I am wandering the many boutique-lined streets to do some serious shopping. While shopping on Via del Corso here in downtown Rome, I felt like I was back home in Chicago, walking down Michigan Ave. One trend that I noticed during my time here...
Paris Fashion Week: Inspired Trends
With Paris bidding adieu to Fashion Week and embracing itself for the winter, avid fashion lovers can be seen throughout the streets of Paris sporting Fashion Week inspired trends. Two of my personal new favorites include black leather ensembles and an abundance of brocade. After further research on these trends, I noticed that both had...
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Pretty in Polka Dots
Hey Ladies! Have you noticed the polka dots around you? I know I have, and I love the new trend! I call it “Pretty in Polka Dots”(…giving the “Pretty in Pink” a run for its money). Whether its a polka dot top or skirt or leggings, it is the newest trend this fall. Who knew...
J’Adore…
Paris Fashion Week isn’t just about the upcoming fashion trends and runways-it’s also about the celebrity guest lists, who wears what, and of course, the exclusive and unforgettable after parties. Paris nightlife is notoriously known for being exclusive, especially during fashion week. Nevertheless, after taking a few tips from a friendly Parisian cab driver,...
Ciao Roma! Ciao Moda!
I am beyond excited to be studying abroad this Fall semester in Rome, Italy! My adventure begins in about a week and a half and I am getting anxious! I want to be in Italy, not at home! One of the reasons I picked Italy to study is of course the fashion! La moda d’Italia...
Fashion Trends at We Love Green
Dressing appropriately for an event can always prove to be quite a challenge. You always want to be able to respect the theme and still look fashionable, blend in and yet at the same time be noticeable. The environmentally conscious Parisians, however, had absolutely no difficulty dressing up for the 2nd annual We Love Green Festival. This...
