If you haven't noticed the peplum trend lately then you've been living under a rock! While peplum skirts and dresses were all the range this past Spring and Spring, this Fall and Winter it is all about the peplum top. (Above: 3.1 Phillip Lim; Bottega Veneta; Elie Tahari; Elizabeth and James.) The trick to wearing this trend is to wear something without volume on the bottom like skinny jeans or a pencil skirt since the pepulm adds volume on top. Plus, if the peplum ruffle is too girly for you, consider getting the top in an edgier fabric like leather. If you want to give this trend a try, below are some options to consider: Alice + Olivia peplum top for $198 on www.shopbop.com; ASOS peplum blouse with bow for $51.74 on www.asos.com; ASOS peplum top for $65.53 on www.asos.com; Collared peplum shirt for $17.80 on www.forever21.com; Collective Concepts peplum blouse for $69 on www.piperlime.com; Metallic mesh peplum tank for $15.80 on www.forever21.com; Party Topper sequin peplum top for $56 on www.lulus.com; Polka dot peplum top for $19.80 on www.forever21.com; Sparkle & Fade colorblock peplum top for $39 on www.urbanoutfitters.com; Tinley Road vegan leather peplum top for $98 on www.piperlime.com; Torn by Ronny Kobo "Judy" peplum top for $176 on www.piperlime.com; Elizabeth and James "Yumi" top for $365 on www.piperlime.com.
If you've made your way into a store anytime in the past few months, I'm sure you've noticed the contrast-sleeve trend. It appears most frequently on t-shirts, blazers, and coats, often with the sleeves in some sort of leather or pleather material. (Above: Camilla and Marc; Elie Saab; Elie Tahari; Chanel). I am a big fan of this trend because I think it adds interest to an outfit in a really simplistic way, and I've already picked up a super cute dress with pleather contrast sleeves that I can't wait to wear this fall! If you too are loving this trend, below are some options to consider: Ark & Co. sequin sleeve blouse for $69 on www.piperlime.com; Colorblocked panels top for $17.80 on www.forever21.com; Duo-toned cardigan for $22.80 on www.forever21.com; Felicity & Coco contrast panel sheath dress for $118 on www.nordstrom.com; Hooded moto jacket for $24.80 on www.forever21.com; Pyramid stud denim jacket for $27.80 on www.forever21.com; Rebecca Minkoff "Della" jacket for $498 on www.piperlime.com; Rhyme & Echo contrast arm blazer for $79 on www.piperlime.com; Suzi Chin for Maggy Boutique belted colorblock sheath dress for $158 on www.nordstrom.com; Theory Rodinoa G Encase tee for $75 on www.shopbop.com; "Uptowner" coat for $95 on www.lulus.com; Leather biker jacket for $249 on www.zara.com.
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THIS Thursday, September 27th, Rowe Boutique will be having its annual fall fashion show, which will be held this year at the Ivory Room at Miranova, which is located on the 6th floor of 2 Miranova Place in the C-bus. Join Rowe for a high-end evening of style featuring a runway show and pop-up shop that will showcase fall 2012 clothing, jewelry, and accessories currently available at Rowe Boutique. Ticket sales raise money for The Jack Roth Fund, started by Rowe Boutique's owner, Maren Roth in 2006 in her father's name and memory after loosing him to a courageous battle with lung cancer in 2004. The fashion show has raised for $6,000 through ticket sales, which has been donated to the Jack Roth Fund benefiting lung cancer research at the James Cancer Hospital at The Ohio State University & Camp Netaim for children with special needs The event will feature a cocktail reception from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. followed by the runway presentation from 8:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and a pop-up show that will be open from 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Tickets are on sale now for $60 each. Click here to purchase tickets: https://www.firstgiving.com/jackrothrun/rowe-fashion-show. UPDATE: THIS SHOW HAS SOLD OUT AND THEY WILL NOT BE SELLING TICKETS AT THE DOOR.
I thought I'd start off my run-down of this fall/winter's hottest trends with probably the biggest color trend - black and white. This color duo was all over the FW2012 fashion runways on tops, dresses, blazers, pants, and skirts (Above: Camilla and Marc; Balmain; Alice + Olivia; Alexander Wang; 3.1 Phillip Lim). I love this trend because it is so classic and looks good on everyone. If you want to give this trend a try, check out some super cute black and white items that I've located below: "Open-Air Theater" dress for $148 on www.anthropologie.com; High-waist skirt on sale for $35.94 on www.thelimited.com; Rhyme & Echo "Chloe" blouse for $59 on www.piperlime.com; Rakha contrast blouse on sale for $51.74 on www.asos.com; Rag & Bone jeans for $198 on www.bloomingdales.com; Townsen color block sweater for $143 on www.piperlime.com; Grey City "McKay" pump for $239.95 on www.nordstrom.com; Rachel Roy "Fabiola" shoe for $325 on www.piperlime.com; Chloe "Alice" tote for $1,995 on www.nordstrom.com; Pim + Larkin "Milano" stitch blazer for $98 on www.piperlime.com.
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I know I am behind the ball this year, but I promise that I will be posting my rundown of this year's hottest fall/winter fashion trends starting next week, so start saving your pennies, ladies!!!
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I am writing from the fashion wasteland known as Columbus, Ohio, devoid of even the most basic of needs like a Neiman Marcus and a Bloomingdales, and where the ensemble of choice for the masses typically involves an Ohio State University sweatshirt. I write to provide fellow Columbusites and my girlfriends all over the country with a listing of fashion deals, news, advice, and events. This blog is for the money conscious shopper who loves to look great but must adhere to a budget. While I love the quality and innovation of designer items, nearly all of my designer items have been purchased at a discount. My goal is to make designer fashion accessible to and affordable for the everyday woman. Each week I will provide a list of deals (updated DAILY so be sure to check back), as well as any and all sales I run across locally and online. I will also provide you glimpses into my wardrobe and my own style muses, who help to guide me in my fashion choices. Please feel free to leave me comments!
