Chris's/Kris's Closet (Kristin) May 23, 2015

Kris's Closet

In this blog post you will get a glimpse of pieces in my closet, learn where I found them and where I wore them. My name is Kristin. Welcome to my closet!

 

It was an eventful holiday weekend starting with Saturday evening. I went winery hopping with my sister and my guy. We had to eat first so we stopped at our favorite Amish restaurant, Der Dutchman in Plain City. My sister had never been so she had a great time shopping at the onsite bakery and looking through the gift shop before we were seated for dinner. We ate, then we were off to our first winery in Plain City called Eldchrist Winery. That is where I stopped to take these photos. We planned to visit three wineries but were only able to make it through two. The second stop was Blend of Seven Winery in Delaware, Ohio. We had such a great time but after the heavy comfort food and the wine, we were ready for bed. This is what I wore.

My look was simple and comfortable. Wrap dresses are great for any body type and when it's made of tee shirt cotton, it can't get any better. I whole heartily believe in wearing flats when I plan to consume a decent amount of wine. Wineries tend to have a lot of rocky or uneven places and heels and wine don't always mix well. 

Dress: Lizsport Wrap Dress (thrift find)

Sandal Flats: Alfani (old)

Necklace: Was my grandma's

Earrings: Birthday gift from Christina by 14th & Union

Bracelet: Was my grandma's

Sunglasses: Quay Yibrow in gold

Hamburger Clutch: New Look from ASOS

Until next time,

Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!

Kris,

Bonus Photos From Saturday

Saturday Selfie

Eldchrist Winery

Blend of Seven Winery

Fun Fashion Friday!!!

POP CULTURE PREVAILS

This is the very first 'Fun Fashion Friday'! In these posts I will bring you the playful side of fashion. Fashion doesn't always have to be so serious. I am a big fan of really funky, fun pieces. I admit to loving my fun or bizarre items more than the classic ones; even if some of my friends hate and make fun of them. After all, fashion is about self expression and SHOULD BE fun.

Preen By Thornton Bregazzi & Moschino

It is officially Fall, so I wanted to point out some pieces that got the attention of many of us from the Fall 2014/2015 runways. There were cartoons like Sponge Bob and Snoopy's buddy Woodstock. As if the fun Sponge Bob portion of his collection wasn't enough, Moschino did a brilliant homage to McDonalds. Then there was Star Wars. Preen By Thornton Bregazzi used the image of Darth Vader serveral times in his collection and Rodarte used images of Yoda, Luke Skywalker, and C3PO. Other items I am highlighting are Anya Hindmarch's cereal box clutches and her potato crisp bag. Last but not least; I included another Moschino piece that I fell in love with, a Fruit Loops dress.  

STAR WARS

 

Rodarte, Preen By Thornton Bregazzi & Rodarte

McDonalds

Moschino

SPONGEBOB 

Moschino

CEREAL & SNACKS

Anya Hindmarch, Moschino & Anya Hindmarch



Crisp Packet Clutch by Anya Hindmarch



MY FUN FINDS

The featured designer collections are not for the faint of heart, or most of our wallets but it is okay to dream. Since I can't afford to spend thousand of dollars on clothes and accessories , I use these collections to inspire me. I try to find items that are affordable with the same kind of feel. I did some searching and found some pieces that are just as fun but for less. I hope you like them as much as I do.

1. ChicNova Candy Sweatshirt $39

2.Storm Trooper Suit Up by GeekyU1 $21.93

3.Yellow Prank Spongebob Sweatshirt from Oasap $27.90

4.Captain Crunch Socks by Fresh Elites on Etsy $26

5.New Look Burger Clutch ASOS $24.74

6. Fruit Loops Breakfast Cereal iPhone Case by Art Studio 54 on Etsy $18.99

Thank you for stopping by!

Enjoy your weekend!

And remember to be blessed, be free and be fashionable!

Kris,

runway photos courtesy of style.com, elle.com and anyahindmarch.com

Kristin's Top 5 Spring Trends of 2013!!!

Kristin's Top 5 Spring Trends of 2013!!!

We did our top 5 fall trends last season so it was only right to put in our two cents about the spring season trends. I always get excited when the season changes for many reasons but one reason is a change of wardrobe. Finally it's time to put away our coats, winter boots and shed some clothing. Although many of the fall/winter fabrics are being revisited in the current season and can remain in our closets. I am excited about fur for spring and leather, which seems to make sense in this ever changing weather. It's already been a spring filled with a mix of warm, rainy and winter like days. I think the trends for this season will keep us 

prepared for anything. Here are my top five.

5. Cutouts 

Cutouts surfaced on many runways. Some of my favorite cutout looks were found in the spring collections of Gucci, Sass & Bide, Versace, Saint Laurent and Alexander Wang. Although, I am not certain I will be really embracing this trend, I love to at least look. 

Photos courtesy of:  elle.com  left to right: gucci, sass & bide, versace

My Cutout Picks!!!

1. Michael Kors Yvonne Cutout Sandal  $195 net-a-porter.com

2. Tripp Nyc Z Cut Skinnies $133 us.asos.com

3. Mara Hoffman dress $297 shopbop.com 

4.Vince Camuto Mod Cutout Faux Leather Skirt $99 nordstrom.com

5.Denim Lattice Peplum $48 nastygal.com

4. Monochromatic Brights
Brights worn monochromatic were seen on the runways of designers and houses such as Gucci, Stella McCartney and Etro. I love the idea of this because it can make a short person like myself seem taller and thinner. I am also a huge fan of bright color.

Photos courtesy of:  left to right  gucci  hapersbazar.com, stella mccartney elle.com, etro harpersbazer.com

My Monochromatic Look!!!

1.Equipment "Adriana Silk Blouse" $189.99 piperlime.com

2. Ray Ban " RB3025M" $219 sunglasshut.com

3.Kendra Scott "Danielle Oval Statement Earrings" $58 nordstrom.com

4. Tommy Hilfiger "Piper" flat $75 zappos.com

5. J Crew " Curator Midrise" pant $168 net-a-porter.com

3. Fringe
I love decorative details like fringe! It is so much fun. It reminds me of the 1920's flapper or 80's rocker. Some of my favorite fringe pieces were seen on the runways of Nina Ricci, Versace and Tory Burch.

Photos courtesy of: coolspotters.com  versace, google.com Nina Ricci,  Damita bootie jimmychoo.com , toryburch.com

My Fringe Picks!!!

1. Leather Fringe Mini $124.69 us.asos.com
2.Ottawa Suede Platform Sandal by Jeffrey Campbell $230 neimanmarcus.com
3. Fringe Leather Handbag by Mango $109.99 mango.com
4. Lillith Fringe Necklace by Stella & Dot $138 http://www.stelladot.com/sites/christinajovonn
5. Blakely Fringe Detail Sandals by Sam Edelman $240 http://www.dillards.com/
6. Seaside Luxe Fringe Cuff by Michael Kors $195  neimanmarcus.com
7. Touch Fringe Bracelet by Mango $17.99 mango.com
8. Dirty Laundry Bali Ankle StrapSandal by Chinese Laundry $35 amazon.com
9. Fringe Cuff by Vince Camuto $68 zappos.com
10. Chiffon Fringe Jacket by Juicy Couture $348 juicycouture.com

2. Leather 
I really love this trend! It is my number two because it is a change for the warmer seasons and easy to incorporate even for an avid thrift shopper. I found pieces for my sister and myself for the spring season for under $20 on half off Wednesday. I can't wait to wear my dress that is very similar to the Reem Acra dress below. Some of the other designers and houses that showed leather on the runway were Fendi, Loewe, Balmain and Hermes.

Photos courtesy of elle.com  left to right:  reem acra, fendi, loewe, pierre balmain, hermes

My Leather Picks!!!

1. Astr Faux Leather Biker Vest $86 nordstrom.com
2. Metallic Leather Tee $149.63 us.asos.com
3. Aqua Sleeveless dress $79.20 bloomindales.com
4. Leather Scallop Shorts by Sara Berman $260 theoutnet.com
5.Bailey 44 Leather Mini $282 neimanmarcus.com

1. Florals
The florals are my favorite this year. I have been collecting pieces the last couple months. I have to admit I was not a fan of the florals until a year ago. I always felt floral patterns were too girly and never wanted to wear them. Now I love to mix the pattern with other prints and add elements to the print to toughen it up. Florals were seen on the runways of Ralph Lauren, Moschino, Chanel, Prada and Dolce & Gabbana.

Photos courtesy of: vouge.co.uk left to right: ralph lauren, moschino, chanel, dolce & gabbana, prada

My Floral Picks!!!

1.Floral Shift Dress by I. Madeline $98 piperlime.com

2. Neodan Floral Print Pump by Guess $99 http://shop.guess.com

3. Garden Party Necklace by Betsey Johnson $50 zappos.com

4. Floral Printed Tweed Shorts by MSGM $281.87 http://www.my-wardrobe.com

5. Floral Mini Mac Bag by Rebecca Minkoff $195 shopbop.com

6."London" Sneaker Wedge by Zigi $79.95 nordstrom.com

7. Margarita Floral Della Cat-Eye by Kate Spade $138 neimanmarcus.com

What trends will you embrace this season?

Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!

Kris,

This Month's Obsession

This Month's Obsession!!!

Often I see a trend or an accessory that takes over my mind. I see it, I fall in love with it and then I obsess about it. Once the feeling hits me, I go into research mode then I must have it, so I buy it. Then I buy it again in three more colors or variations in styles. Yes, if I love it then I need to have options and options. Then soon after, I have moved on to a new love. Today my obsession is... 

My grandma wearing a turban with a evening attire on a cruise.

The TURBAN!!!

The turban has been around for thousands of years, worn mostly by men but also women of different cultures to signify religious observance and individuality. A true turban is created by winding clothe around ones head. 

The fashion turban also referred to as both the urban or suburban turban, was popular in the 1920's, 1940's and then again in the 1970's.  Women like Marlene Dietrich made the look popular through out her career in the 20's through 40's. For those who aren't familiar, she was an actress of that time and is mentioned as a style icon in every book I have read about women who have influenced fashion.  My grandma, a fashionista of her time, wore them in the 70's. Then in 2010 we saw the trend make it's return on screen on another one of my personal style icons, Sarah Jessica Parker. She wore turbans in a few scenes in the Sex and the City 2 movie. So when it started showing up on runways and in the streets this last few years, I was excited.

 

With the remake of movie The Great Gatsby as many designers inspiration, the trend was popular last summer and has carried into fall/winter with variations made for winter weather. Then it showed up in September on runways for Spring/Summer 2013.  It showed in the Marc by  Marc Jacobs show and Beccaria of Milan for women. It also showed in Jean Paul Gaultier's collection for men. Though I do not expect to see many men in my community rocking the turban, I expect that this will be very popular with the fashion forward ladies.

Marlene Dietrich 1938 in Algiers

Gramsey Nolan in 1973 on vacation wearing the same turban dressed down.

SJP as Carrie in Sex and the City 2 wearing a turban. google photo

Spring 2013 Collections left to right: Marc by Marc Jacobs, Beccaria & Marc by Marc Jacobs
google photos

Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 2013 photos courtesy style.com

Paris Street Style Photo courtesy of elle.com

 Where to get a turban!!!

 I haven't found turbans easily in my city. We aren't really known for fashion. So I bought mine from a seller online at etsy.com. I also ran into one in a vintage shop in Lebanon, Ohio. Here are some other turbans I found online. Wear them now in knits and velvet. Then wear them in less heavy fabrics all spring and summer. I really love the headband look for spring. 

1.rust knitted turban asos.com ( Great to wear for winter weather!)
2.printed turbans ebay.com ( Only $6.50 with FREE shipping!)
3.cobalt turban headband etsy.com
4.fushia turban villagehatshop.com (many color options)
5.velvet leopard turban karmaloop.com
6.orange lace turban by Betsey Johnson at 6pm.com ( also comes in lime)

Me on my way out the door Saturday.

Thank you for stopping by!
For more turbans for purchase or inspiration, check out my etsy treasury.
http://www.etsy.com/treasury/MTQwMTM3Mzh8MjcyMzgyOTYzNA/turban-time

Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!

Kris,