Author Archives: Marcy Swingle
The Return of the Turtleneck: Linda Tol at Ann Demeulemeester SS2015
The return of the humble turtleneck as a fashion It item never ceases to surprise, whether it's Sharon Stone wearing one to the Oscars in 1996 or a whole new generation of fashion enthusiasts embracing...
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Tagged all white, Ann Demeulemeester, clutches, Linda Tol, loafers, pants, SS2015, sunglasses, turtlenecks, winter white
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Elisabeth Erm at Rochas FW2014
Love this sporty but urban look on model Elisabeth Erm after the Rochas show last winter. Again you can see when the mercury really drops, the fashion set layers a leather jacket underneath a winter...
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Tagged accessories, boots, Elisabeth Erm, FW2014, jackets, leather jackets, leather pants, leggings, models off duty, pants, parkas, Rochas
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Giovanna Battaglia at Rochas FW2014
Such a beautiful coat in blue with red piping on Giovanna Battaglia outside the Rochas show in Paris. The bag is by her sister, much lauded designer Sara Battaglia.
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Tagged bags, blue, coats, FW2014, Giovanna Battaglia, red, Rochas, Sara Battaglia bag
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Natalie Joos at Rochas FW2014
A great play on texture and stripes by Natalie Joos at last winter's Rochas show. Wrapping oneself in oversize knits is a concept that really appeals to me right now.
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Tagged FW2014, hats, knits, maxi skirts, Natalie Joos, Rochas, shoes, skirts, stripes, sweaters
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Colombia Part II: Cartagena
The cab from the airport raced past kids playing soccer on packed dirt fields, families crowded onto the beach, and agua fresca vendors peddling down the highway. After two flights from the tiny island of...
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Sporty Chic: Elina Halimi at Tommy Hilfiger FW2014
Loved this classic American sportswear look on Elina Halimi outside the Tommy Hilfiger show in NYC. There's a twist though: that fairisle sweater by Saint Laurent is embellished with pale sequins. Celine bag.
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Posted in fashion, New York Fashion Week, street style
Tagged boots, Celine, Celine bag, coats, denim, Elina Halimi, jeans, Saint Laurent, Saint Laurent sweater, sequins, sportswear, sunglasses, sweaters, tommy hilfiger
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Bundled Up: Irene Kim at Tory Burch FW2014
I still remember this bitterly cold morning last February. Model Irene Kim handled it with style, wearing a black leather jacket like a cardigan under an oversized fur coat. The white dress underneath is a...
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Tagged coats, dresses, flats, fur coats, FW2014, Irene Kim, jackets, leather jackets, shoes, Tory Burch, white dresses
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Caroline Issa at Philosophy FW2014
This outfit, like Caroline Issa herself, manages to be both cute and sophisticated at once. Love the black and white contrast and stylistic contrast between the cuddly hat and sleek black culottes and boots.
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Tagged black and white, Caroline Issa, coats, fur, fur hats, FW2014, hats, jackets, midi skirts, Philosophy, skirts
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Winter White: Eva Chen at Derek Lam SS2015
New York women are not afraid to pile on the layers when the mercury drops. Case in point: Eva Chen during last year's freezing cold fashion week, bundled up in winter white and silver sneakers,...
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Posted in fashion, New York Fashion Week, street style
Tagged all white, coats, Derek Lam, Eva Chen, fur, fur coats, FW2014, Nike, sneakers, sweaters, white, white jeans, winter white
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Model Off Duty: Grace Mahary at Rick Owens SS2015
We had a surprise sighting of model Grace Mahary outside the Rick Owens show, which she attended as a guest of the designer. Take a cue from her and go for leather pants in this...
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Tagged boots, Grace Mahary, leather, leather jackets, leather pants, models off duty, pants, prints, Rick Owens, SS2015, tops
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Colombia Part I: Providencia
Imagine a Caribbean paradise that's blissfully free of American tourists. What it does have are beautiful beaches, gorgeous architecture, excellent food and a fascinating history, all in an environment that feels entirely safe. This is...
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Olivia Palermo at Maison Margiela SS2015
Always ahead of the curve, Olivia Palermo attended the Maison Margiela show in the fall. Love the combination of a black peplum jacket with a leather pencil skirt.
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Tagged all black, bags, clutches, jackets, leather skirts, Maison Martin Margiela, Olivia Palermo, pencil skirts, peplum, skirts, snakeskin, SS2015, sunglasses
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Virginia Smith at Maison Margiela SS2015
Look for more graphic prints like this one seen at the Maison Margiela SS2015 show on Vogue's Virginia Smith. John Galliano debuted as Maison Margiela's new head designer with a couture collection today that has...
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Tagged bags, flats, graphic prints, Maison Martin Margiela, pants, prints, red, shoes, SS2015, stripes, sweaters, Virginia Smith, Vogue
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Natalya Bogacheva at Rick Owens SS2015
Moi, je ne suis pas Charlie. I am not nearly as daring or provocative as the cartoonists and editors behind Charlie Hebdo. But like many I am drawn to the provocateurs. Artists and free thinkers...
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Tagged gloves, hair, hats, houndstooth, jackets, masks, Natalya Bogacheva, pencil skirts, plaid, Rick Owens, shoes, skirts, SS2015, Thom Browne
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Mix Master: Lynn Yaeger at Rick Owens SS2015
Legendary fashion writer Lynn Yaeger displayed her deft hand at mixing high and low at the Rick Owens show, where she topped off a black tulle Comme des Garcons shift with a gold metallic cardigan...
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Tagged black dresses, Comme des Garcons, dresses, jackets, layering, Lynn Yaeger, metallics, Rick Owens, SS2015
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