fall 2014: trousers

a few places we will be wearing trousers this weekend

Chattanooga aquarium, Oz for the vertical show, someone mentioned Burgess Falls if it doesn't rain ( definitely jeans ), pizza at the Mellow Mushroom in Franklin then shopping. maybe Gone Girl in GH

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"Trousers are currently an integral part of any woman’s wardrobe. According to experts, every basic wardrobe should have at least two types of trousers for autumn-winter season: black formal trousers of a classic design and informal cozy trousers or casual jeans. Having two of each kind, you’ll be able to effortlessly create a various number of looks regardless of the occasion, whether it be a work, a park walk or a romantic supper. Besides, contemporary world says that trousers are no longer unfeminine. Beautiful trendy and most importantly fashionable trousers are often the thing that makes women look more sexy and feminine, then, for example, a dress. And would like you to see for yourself by taking a look at new collections of the world famous fashion houses. So, what trousers will be in fashion in Autumn-Winter 2014-2015?"
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bazaar is showing full legged trousers, boy cut/cropped trousers, and skinny leg pants

FINALLY designers are giving us choices

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Helmut Lang crepe wool blazer with leather collar
BIG white shirt
Missoni evening trouser
DVF suede shoes

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selena gomez in red pants suit
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Cupio black and gray peplum
Equestrian skinny leg trousers
Gucci loafer

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Not your traditional gray flannel combination!
Gray flannel JilSander trousers, cigarette cut
Alice & Olivia ultra rich and sexy blouse.  Sheer and jeweled.
Dolce & Gabanna pump

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Michael Kors trousers, gray plaid
WR 9000 cardigan
Diane von Furstenberg boot

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J Crew silver shirt

Etcetera chocolate brown big legged trouser

Dolce & Gabanna silver shoe

Why not try silver and brown for a change from the expected black

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The Sartoralist

she moves the furniture

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Patagonia cashmere cardigan

Agnona gray flannel trouser

Cole Haan boot

Baby Chloe bag so chic

Maggie Gyllenhall plays Nessa Stein in the Honorable Woman
and her blouses and trousers are an impeccable combination
What a LOOK

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Elie Tahari loden green suit

woven fur scarf

Tory Burch skin wedges

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fabulous jumpsuit WITH pockets ( from Garance Dore blog )

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and this would be why we work out

p.s. no work out can get me into this....alas

PLUS MODEL : Madeline Jones, Alexandra Boos

have you heard of Madeline Jones? or  Alexandra Boos?

what a surprise to find the lengthy article in The New Yorker, September 22, 2014

" The Plus Side : Full Figured fashion gets a new look."

If you are interested pick it up as you may be introduced to new fashion providers and new bloggers.

We are delighted to know that we will be seeing some new looks in our shop soon.

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"Madeline Figueroa Jones is a NY native and former plus size model that has become the “Anna Wintour” of the plus size industry. She is currently the Editor-in-Chief of Plus Model Magazine, the premiere virtual magazine celebrating plus size fashion and the plus size modeling industry." ( Estrella Fashion Report )

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we think that curves have always been sexy!

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alexandra boos

"Alexandra Boos has been a model, spokesperson and consultant for the full-figured fashion industry for more than two decades. During her longtime involvement across many aspects of media and fashion, she has not only become a recognized face and trusted voice in the plus industry, but a role model helping to promote healing by inviting plus women to love themselves, regardless of their departure from the ‘traditional’ beauty standard."  

Erica Jean and Kris Yeo

full figured fashion week

we have been searching for all the new info for all of you who are not typical runway size ( very very few of us are)

here it is from the New Yorker Magazine sept 22

Lane Bryant is collaborating with Isabel  Toledo

Youtheary Khmer for skater skirt plus

Pop Up Plus

Marina Rinaldi, Italian designer for plus sizes

Kiyonna

ModaMix

Swim Sexy

Michael Kors has a plus size line

a few pics from new york fashion week

Tyrell Holmes

Kiyonna

Packham

new york bridal full figure fashion week
marie claire

J Sheri Atwell blog

the /jacket/coat 2014

Sophie Okonedo in The Escape Artist on PBS caught our eye in her coat/jacket

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so we decided to look at a few more

 

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Vampire 1950
made in Italy

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De Novo by Elizabeth Holiday 

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Yoanna Baraschi

"The #1 Fashion Accessory Every Middle-Aged ( we think EVERY )Woman Needs To Wear"

 according to the Huffington Post

You can get super creative with leather, but try to keep the jackets short and don't be afraid to step out and go for a color. Leather jackets are like jeans -- there's no expiration date on age appropriateness. ( visit Huffington Post. )

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Elie Tahari red suede with rolled sleeve ( or unrolled )

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Striking and modern

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Armani tailored and sexy

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Helmut Lang buttery soft leather jacket



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Rebecca Taylor military swing jacket

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the check plus the tailoring makes this perfect for pencil pants

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check with a flair

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or try long and a tailored with Michael Kors

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fur faux or not is definitely back in the picture

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this may be Paris but what a standout on a gray day anywhere

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another Michael Kors oversized coat

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Marie Claire Paris street fashion

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Kate Spade 3/4 sleeve with lovely neckline

this sold immediately.  we all thought the lining was the perfect LIGHT touch to the classic black

fall 2014 : knits

YARNS

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Ralph Lauren cashmere tees

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Diane Snyder cashmere cardigan
Gucci boot

  
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Vince cardigan

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BCBG abstract knit dress

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Worth knit coat

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wr 9000

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Vince knit tunic
Kate Spade wallet
Elaine Turner boot

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My Pretty Angel olive cardigan

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Missoni knit cardigan
Ralph Lauren ( black label ) alpaca knit dress

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Vince wool sweater
Superga Italian sneakers

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Gracia knit cardigan perfect for skinny leg trousers
Marni flats
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JCrew cardigan
Far Away From Close mustard knit skirt
Christian Livingston quirky handbag

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Cynthia Rowley loose weave

Ugg knit  boots

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don't forget the Wine and Food Festival is downtown
definitely stopping by Adeles and Hattie B's.
also
it is Nashville Dog Day Festival in Centinnial Park