Top Jeans Trends

As in any fashion cycle, there are styles that will stick and some that just would not. Some styles are only picked up by the fashion leaders/innovators and sometimes never trickle down to the fashion followers/early majority/late adopters, etc. Below are some of the trends for '09 that I have seen for jeans. Some gained popularity, others may fickle off or pick up momentum next year ;) Nevertheless, you define fierce with your own unique style ;)


The colored jeans
J Brand Pencil Leg Stretch Twill Jeans (Cardinal Wash) $158 http://www.nordstrom.com/
The Grey Wash Jeans
Rock & Republic 'Brewster' Skinny Stretch Jeans (Piston Wash) $298 http://www.nordstrom.com/
Some resemblence to the throwback acid wash with a more bleached look
D&G Tie Dye Skinny Stretch Jeans $295 http://www.nordstrom.com/
The bleached out patchy look
Current-Elliott 'The Moto' Skinny Stretch Jeans (Cloud Wash Night) $224 http://www.nordstrom.com/

The Zipper Style

Current-Elliott 'The Back Zip' Skinny Stretch Jeans (Super Stretch Black Wash) $236 http://www.nordstrom.com/

The multi-material jeans style

Bebe Carmen Mesh Inset Skinny Jeans $99 http://www.bebe.com/

The Rocker-Girl ripped jeans look

Destroyed Boot Cut Jean $68 (buy one get one) http://www.ardenb.com/

It is ok to lead the way :)

Rae~

Raining Boots!!

My friend is going to Paris and looking for comfortable boots that can withstand the rainy season and be comfortable for hours of site seeing. Below are my pics for boots under $100 that fit this criteria:

CR Buckled Flat Boots BLK $39.99 http://www.charlotterusse.com/

BKRS STRATFORD $79.95 http://www.bakersshoes.com/

BKRS FORTUNE $89.99 http://www.bakersshoes.com/

F21 Taiga Studded Wedge Boot $32.80 http://www.forever21.com/

CR Knit Cuffed Rain Boots $29.99 http://www.charlotterusse.com/

Bebe BE Fierce Winter Boot - Web Exclusive $99.99 http://www.bebe.com/

CR Solid Rain Boot $29.99 http://www.charlotterusse.com/

CR Buckled Slouchy Boots $39.99 http://www.charlotterusse.com/

Look for Part 2 which would include some more expensive boots!!

Rae~

bE sEXY!!

Below are the top ten trends that you will keep you fashionable this season. When buying a dress think of one of these fashionable current trends and search with focus. Please be mindful of your body type, however, be clear on what is In and what is Out!

Trend #1 - An Extra something!! This could range from a bow, to a flower, to cloth gathered/ruffled like this dress.

bebe uber zip orgazni dress $149 www.bebe.com

Trend #2: The sexy cutout! A focus on mystery....they see your back and anticipate your gorgeous front!

ASOS Twist Back Ponti Bodycon Dress $64.59 www.asos.com

Trend #3: Something with sequins! A sequin dress/top is a great way to show that you are a fashion risk taker and confident in your style.

ASOS Rainbow Sequin Boob Tube Dress as seen on Alexandra Burke $84.99 www.asos.com

Trend #4: Lace is sexy and tempting. This dress combines the popular trend of the scoop neck!!

ASOS Sexy Lace Cowl Neck Dress $64.59 www.asos.com

Trend #5: The wrap style dress skirt. Pay attention, this balloon wrap skirt style is in with full force!

Striped Structured Alice Dress by Motel $39pds www.topshop.com

Trend #6: Metallic and sleek. Really, do metallics ever go out???

ASOS Vero Moda Long Sleeve Metallic Dress $50.99 www.asos.com

Trend #7: The Cold Shoulder. This throwback is really another way to create mystery without showing too much.

Studded Asymmetric Dress $495 www.Saksfithavenue.com

Trend #8: Florals. Really Michelle Obama made sure that floral dresses were here to stay!!

ASOS Digital Floral Bandeau Dress $76.49 www.asos.com

Trend #9: Sharp geometric lines and broad shoulders and hips. This boxy look is great because it is boxy at the top and bottom and creates a greater contrast for your waist.

ASOS Aqua Couture Pouch Pocket Stretch Dress $135.98 www.asos.com

Trend #10: Unique Patterns. Just buy something with unusual patterns. Two colors are less confusing that multiple colors, however, take the risk!

ASOS Animal Sequin Bandeau Dress $93.48 www.asos.com

Shop with a Focus! Be in style!

By the way, you may be thinking what is up with me and these European Sites. Let me give you the scoop, Europe has some of the leading Fashion Cities. Fashion oftentimes trickle down from European cities. I do extensive research, but these sites I endorse give me the best combination of style and price for my readers!

Rae~

For the Eclectic Girl!

This post is for the girl who likes to be different. Who likes to be unique and experiment with patterns, florals, different shapes, cuts, and just be on the edge of fashion. Girls as such seldom blend in, (and don't want to) and become major fashion leaders once they master their craft. So I have a list of items that I believe that most will think is too different, but the eclectic chic will think....this is right up my alley!
Uber zip orgazni dress $149 http://www.bebe.com/
Who's gonna check me boo?

Vintage Double Windsor Dress http://www.modcloth.com/

Yep, I know there is tie draped at the left front of my dress! How u doin?

Front-Shirred Printed Dress $158 http://www.victoriassecret.com/

So what if my pleated kaleidoscope of colors are making you dizzy?? I am fly!

Printed Shift Dress $148 http://www.victoriassecret.com/

I am the girl who loves the throwback patterns!

Feather Skirt by Rare $98 http://www.topshop.com/

I like textures and different cuts!

VS Lace Boatneck Dress $129 http://www.victoriassecret.com/
Let's be clear...I know not everyone likes or will wear excess lace to go out! But I am that girl!

bebe embroidered dress $149 http://www.bebe.com/

I ended with this pic b/c this whole look exemplifies the eclectic girl! Not the crazy stare, but the edgy ensemble lol!

Embrace different, it is as cool as you make it!

Rae~