"i'm noticing a trend here..."

window shopping.

So, my trend forecasting class went on a field trip to Fashion Island last weekend, & our assignment was to find trends that were being showcased in different stores. I noticed a lot of the stores were highlighting lots of fur & animal prints. These are some of the displays I liked!

Juicy Couture, Window Display

Urban Outfitters, Window Display

Urban Outfitters, Window Display

Urban Outfitters, Window Display

Urban Outfitters, Women's Section Display

Bloomingdale's, Women's Department Display

"vintage! so adorable."

Another assignment we were given last weekend was to find "fashionable people." Ashley (right), Phelena (center), & Briana (left) use color-blocking to accomplish a vintage inspired look. They pair high-waisted pencils skirts with basic tops & various accessories creating a classic, sophisticated look that never goes out of style!

"major tom"

My two favorite trends this season are definitely the military trend & the tomboy trend. I LOVE combat boots & marching jackets because they achieve the military look while creating that tomboy-ish vibe!

This is my style guide for tying these two trends together:

Christophe Decarnin for Balmain, Fall 2010 RTW

photos from style.com

YSL.

"your accent is amazing!"

For this season's YSL Ready-To-Wear Collection, designer Stefano Pilati, emphasized the use of accents. Gloves, heavy chains, clutches, even splashes of color accentuated each look, while still maintaining simplicity & elegance.

photos from style.com

YSL is one of my all time favorite designers. Not only am I inspired by his work, but his story also reminds me that all hard work & dedication in pursuing a career in fashion will be worth it in the end.

"Fashions fade, style is eternal."

Yves Saint Laurent

August 1, 1936 - June 1, 2008

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