The September Issue

It's waaay to early to even think about cool-weather clothing where I live (the mid-Atlantic region).  But I just got the September issue of Lucky, and I can't say I was too impressed, so I wanted to write out my thoughts on what I expect to see.  It is not so different from what Bill Cunningham has seen on the streets of New York.  In line with what Lucky likes, I imagine we are going to see a lot of nudes, knee-length to mid-calf dresses and skirts, horizontal stripes and a general vintage feel .  I think they went over the edge with overly textured things (like feathers, velvet, pailletes and shearling), stars and polka dots.  I mean, the expiration dates these trends are still fresh (I think stars were hot in 2006/2007 and dots were not to far after).  And we just need to stop trying to make velvet happen. If you are (as awesome as) Prince, you get a pass.  Everyone else, please just don't. 

The most recent Bill Cunningham feature was about people recreating Breakfast at Tiffany's out on Fifth Avenue. Even in the summer, New Yorkers are still wearing all black but the daytime hemline is mid-thigh, but still fairly conservative.

With all the louche behavior and fashion that we are continually inundated from reality TV shows, maybe  these normal people on the streets of Manhattan are protesting by returning to a time of elegance.  Holly Golightly's circumstances are probably not that different from the modern woman: she lives in a world with a lot of uncertainty - about money, love and family.  And besides all that, most nights she goes to parties and drink, because well, that's what people do when they don't have a solid sense of direction or don't have to get up to go to work (plus, it's fun!). She manages her eccentric activities always with a lot of charm.

So now the issue for September is how to recreate the late 50's/early 60's classiness now?

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So what sunglasses would Holly Golightly wear nowadays? I would put my money on everyone's favorite man,Tom Ford. This bow-tie style called Nico is wide and dark enough to hide a multitude of sins, which a woman will need to hide after a late night out. $420.

I am partial to Gucci sunnies, and I like these wayfarer-inspired frames. $295

Don't want to spend so much on sunglasses? I can't blame you.  This three-pack from Retro City Sunglasses costs $27, and I love the cat-eye look.

I think Holly's favorite designer would be Narciso Rodriguez.  With the utmost elegance, he makes dresses that are suitable anytime that are both timeless and sexy.

Minimalist dresses:

Narciso Rodriguez Cut Out Back dress. $1,495.

 
TopShop Wrap Ruch Bodycon dress $76.

Top Shop Tomato Hourglass shift dress $95.

Rachel Rachel Roy Jasmine dress $129.

Black Halo Classic Jackie O dress $345.

Mason by Michelle Mason Ruched Gown $341.

ASOS Midi Dress with Contrast Belt $95.

Patterned dresses.

Narciso Rodriguez Printed Silk-Charmeuse dress $2,195.

L'Wren Scott Jacquard Shift dress $2,075.

Karina Grimaldi Morena knit dress $195.

Oasis Floral Full Skirted dress $121.

Warehouse Animal Printed dress $103.

Warehouse Dip Dye Floral Shift $78. This is my favorite dress of this post. gorgeous.

And please remember to wear a slip to help disguise any visible undergarment lines. Or to have something to sleep in if you are away from your place for the night...

This silk slip below is from Secrets in Lace and comes in 7 colors. $99.

What movies or famous people will inspire your future spending habits?