Posts filed under “High Style”

Staying Warm

Scene: Bundled up. On the run. Warming hues from pink to yellow to violet. More shades of brown than black or grey. Bold checked fabric in oversized tartan, window pane, and glen plaid. Color blocking, animal prints, and stripes. Pattern mix. Gold metallic sheen outerwear. Shearling, leather, faux, teddy, and real fur, cashmere, wool, and nylon. […]

New Year’s Eve

Scene & Heard: Days gone by and new visions. Celebrating the old and welcoming the new. Choices. Red, gold, white, and festive. “Auld Lang Syne” means ‘days gone by.’ Here’s Rod Steward live at Sterling Castle singing “Auld Lang Syne.” Happy, Beautiful, and Peaceful 2019! xox      

Autumn Cool

Scene: Browns on the town. Black leather. Motifs and imagery. Wildflowers like pastels are no longer reserved for spring. Hints of Pantone’s 2019 color “Living Coral”. Black, grey, and white always in sight. Slim jackets with slender jeans. Classic trench coats with a twist. Headgear. Heartland warm knits, soft cashmere, and smooth suede. Plaid with tradition. Boots with heels, high and low, kicks […]

Summerize

Scene: Summer days. Walking around town, up and down. Warm weather brings transparent views. Chasing black and white. Blues away with gentle breezes in the warm. Fluid florals. Comings and goings on the street, below, and above. Sunshine and pastel colorations, and earthy neutrals. Shoes shimmer and sneakers kick. Simple suits and blazers. Skinny pants may never go away. Just […]

Runway at Lubin

Scene: The Fashion Design Program of Syracuse University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) New York City Presentation at Lubin House, the University’s New York City home on East Sixty-First Street between Madison and Fifth Avenues. Model above showcasing a garment from the collection of Senior Designer Jakia Hur. The recent event featured the top juried senior collections with the leadership of Todd Conover, Assistant Professor […]