Carmen Turner

New York Fashion Week Spring ’17: Sonia by Sonia Rykiel’s Casual Country Chic

New York Fashion Week is yet again upon us and as the excitement of what the future holds in fashion is buzzing, I can’t help but cover the biggest fashion event of the year for our first post, and pay tribute to a fashion great that was very recently lost. Sonia Rykiel may no longer be with us, as she just recently passed away in August, but her namesake fashion house and collection (now headed by Julie de Libran) did not fail to keep her spirit alive

Wearable Trends: Pre-Fall Leopard Print

I love what the fashion industry dubs “Pre-Fall.” In my opinion it’s that perfect time of year when it’s not the scorching summer heat but not yet the super cold weather many of us have come to dread – I mean, it’s really hard to look super cute when there are subzero temps outside! It’s that in-between time of year that allows you to wear leathers and suedes, boots and throw in a little bit of fur but still be comfortable, warm and stylish. One of my favorite pre-fall trends (and probably one of my all-time favorites) is leopard print

Wearable Trends: Victorian Style Secrets

What was once old is new again is a fashion mantra. This spring, not just one single trend but an entire era of yesterday is on full display for all of us fashion-lovers to appreciate. Victorian-inspired fashion is trickling its way into our spring wardrobe and I must admit, I love it. High necklines, ruffles, brocade, rich colors and textures and full sleeves are now all spring-appropriate looks, proving that less skin can be more.

Wearable Trends: Love To Lace ‘em Up

This month I’d like to talk about one of my favorite fashion topics: shoes! More specifically a spring shoe trend that has completely dominated the season, the lace up sandal. I consider this trend to be an updated and more refined spin on the gladiator sandals that we couldn’t get away from a few years ago. For 2016, the laces are delicate and thin, feminine and much more universally flattering than earlier versions of this trend.

Fashion Through The Ages: A Return To The 80s Soft Trench

We saw them all over the runway for spring 2016: soft, flowey, and slightly oversized belted overcoats reminiscent of the 80s. Do you remember these robe-like, slouchy midi coats? I immediately thought of Cybill Shepherd in Moonlighting or the oversized jackets on Miami Vice. The best part about these slouchy coats is that they hide what you are wearing underneath and give you a professional look in a flash.