Fashion Trend Guide: January 2011

Saturday, January 15, 2011

Trend On the Rise - Wide Leg Trousers

wide leg trousers, palazzo pants

images from dorothyperkins.com, topshop.com, newlook.com & freepeople.com

I can finally place my skinny jeans, mini skirts, and harem pants in the back of my closet in order to make room for the new kid in town - wide leg trousers. Perfectly in line with spring's 1970s trend, they are both intriguing and tricky to wear. Also known as palazzo pants, they can sometimes appear to be a maxi skirt due to their voluminous shape and generous leg girth. In order to balance out the volume, they're best paired with high platforms or wedges, a form fitting or tucked in top, sleek hair, and a small handbag. Above are four of my best picks, all under $110.

Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Trend On the Rise - Block Heels

New year, new shoes, right? At least that's been my mantra for the past two weeks. In an attempt to steer myself away from the clunky wedges I stockpiled last year, I've adopted block heel platforms as my new favorite type of footwear. This is partly due to the ubiquitous Jeffrey Campbell Lita boots and Jessica Simpson Dany heels that I've purchased (like many other bloggers) and grown to love. Not only are they ridiculously high (over five inches), but they're comfortable and easy on the feet due to their thick platforms. Such a thick and sturdy block heel and platform offers the same stability and support as a wedge, but with a sleeker, less bulky silhouette. Furthermore, block heels will look incredibly chic when paired with flared jeans and '70s silhouettes that will steal the spotlight this spring. Below are five block heels that have caught my eye, all under $150.

block heels

images via aldoshoes.com, asos.com & topshop.com

1. Basinski suede heels, Aldo, $84.98

2. Layla snake print heels, Topshop, $130

3. Partytime pumps, Asos, $77.58

4. Hessling velvet heels, Aldo, $130

5. Seventy suede heels, Topshop, $145

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