Here’s a slight break from the day wear inspired by menswear. Here I’m exploring Elena Miro’s dressier looks for Autumn ‘08. I really like her use of shimmery fabrics and fuzzy knits (or is that fur? If it is, I hope it’s faux). I’d wear every last one of these looks.
So let’s talk about the [...]
Here’s another menswear inspired outfit. The influences here are a little more subtle and the overall feel is softer. The top has some pintuck detail at the bust that reminds me of a tuxedo shirt. The waistcoat worn open adds another color to the look and the bag, though metallic, is not over embellished and has clean lines.
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Feist must’ve gotten the memo that it’s Menswear Week here at Fatstylist! She appeared last night on the Colbert Report showing us her take on this week’s theme. She performed wearing a suit inspired outfit. She simply accessorized her dress shirt, vest and slacks with an awkward but stylish chunky red tie. Although her frame [...]
I really do dig menswear for women. Can you tell yet? I especially love menswear for plus-size women because it translates nicely. Lapels and woven fabrics fit nicely on our frames. You can see just how well it works with what Elena Miro designed for their Autumn 2008 collection.
These day looks are very strong in [...]
For this menswear inspired look I thought I’d do a summer outfit. To create a masculine look, this set mostly relies on the watch, glasses, shorts and hat. The white banded v-neck top and red flats both signal touches of feminine detail.
It’s back to the basics with this set. Taking a cue from our menswear theme this week, I decided to put together this black and white combination. I think the watch makes it decidedly menswear, but there are masculine touches throughout– like the no-frills bag. The scarf, worn around the neck, is a relaxed version of the tie.
For the last couple of seasons, and especially the coming Fall 08 season, menswear has ruled as a source of inspiration for many runway looks. Elena Miro’s ready-to-wear collection is no exception. I first learned of Miro while reading Too Fat For Fashion and was instantly won by the designer’s love of masculine foundation but [...]
Whew! What a week. We introduced our new blogger, Stylist Jr. She’s in here writing about all the little luxuries we all want to know more about. Stylist Jr. is taking us on a beauty and accessories discovery tour. If we’re lucky she might start handing out puppy ratings (though half puppies aren’t really as [...]
Maybe it’s called loyalty, or maybe it’s called being poor, but I often cling to the same handbag for both day and night. No matter the occasion, having a designated “carry all” is just convenient, and dare I say smart? My current number of the moment is a sturdy black vinyl bag with textured square [...]
