Evolution Revolution: Burberry

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Saturday, August 23, 2014

Transitional Trench

Marlene Dietrich

We are at a seasonal crossroads as "Back to School" looms before us. The transition from Summer to Fall is here. Traditionally a trench coat is a staple for Spring but I get mine out during this season as the nights become cooler.

Jackie Kennedy

The history of the trench is long, with origins from menswear. The first world wore saw British and French officers wearing this garment in the trenches, hence the name and it has evolved into the closets of fashionable women across the globe. It's traditional color was Khaki but thankfully has also evolved into dozens of shades and colors. According to Wiki; Invention of the trench coat is claimed by both Burberry and Aquascutum, with Aquascutum's claim dating back to the 1850s. Thomas Burberry, the inventor of gabardine fabric, submitted a design for an Army officer's raincoat to the United Kingdom War Office in 1901.

Jane Birkin - Burberry Trench

My personal go-to trench is a Black Michael Kors with a detachable hood and a liner that is also removable but I am intrigued with the trench trimmed in Grosgrain. Since the SJP Shoe Collection I have taken a second look at this fabrication, for those of you that don't know every shoe has a grosgrain detail or trim. The fabric 'gros grain' is characterized by its ribbed appearance and it is a firm, close-woven, fine-corded fabric with strength. You've seen it a lot as ribbon and headbands but trims for coats and shoes? I adore it.

The Greatest of the Grosgrain in the Trenches:

SJP Manhattan Trench Coat Trimmed in Grosgrain - Avail in: Khaki & Navy *SALE: Reg: $495 - ON SALE 60% off $198.90

Vince Camuto. Grosgrain Trimmed 'walking jacket' in Aqua - SALE: Reg: $136 - $79.99

Ivanka Trump Grosgrain Trimmed Single Breasted Trench in RED Was $190.00 / Sale: $104

Burberry - Grosgrain Detailed Trench, $1695

Wednesday, July 30, 2014

Drape that Cape: Transition to Fall

Burberry Prorsum F/W 2014 ($1395)

I love that capes are back and ready for FALL 2014. Don't even wait to get fall ready and start making the transition. This Burberry Prorsum "blanket" cape/poncho as seen on Olivia Polermo (below) is a PERFECT transitional piece. As the evenings get cooler no better time to drape the cape. It is also a versatile piece as shown on the runway draped over a sheer dress, on the street over shorts and a Vintage version in my studio with distressed denim.

Olivia Palermo NYC pairing this wool/cashmere cape with shorts and thigh high boots

My Vintage Version VIA Evolution Vintage in similar tones and a great drape. The cape has a cool scarf attached to wrap around your neck or shoulder. There are no closures or clasps on this piece, a true blanket cape, so get creative with your drape! Anything with fringe also has my vote for best transitional piece for fall. Available HERE. $80

Do you have capes in your closet for FALL?

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

ROCK the SOCK

SUNO

I have had a love hate relationship with the premise of wearing a sock with a high heel, open or closed toe. I love a sock with a bootie without question.