Style Inspiration | the Cape

Photos of red carpet arrivals at the Academy Awards yesterday had me thinking that this year's Oscars gowns were a little on the boring side - except for actress Gwyneth Paltrow, who looked chic and stunning in her Tom Ford dress and matching cape. 

Image sourced from Style.com

Who would have thought that a floor-length cape could complete a red carpet look for the Oscars?! 

Alternatively, you could throw a tuxedo jacket over an evening gown or even a cocktail dress to achieve a similar sophisticated look. Pairing it with minimal jewellery and a simple clutch will help retain the focus on your upper body.

Emilio Pucci Fall 2012

    

Alexander McQueen Fall 2012                                        Valentino Fall 2012

Diane Kruger in Jason Wu 

So ladies, next time you head out, throw a cape or drape a jacket over your shoulder to add that edgy touch of style! 

xoxo 

Shoe shoe shoes | Fall 2012

Erdem 

 

Alexander Wang                                                    Altuzarra 

Rodarte 

Narciso Rodriguez

Fendi 

Prada

Accessories Report | Burberry Fall 2012

 

Chunky jewel tone necklace, salt & pepper caps, scrunched bow belts and animal-head buckles are the key accessories highlights in the Fall 2012 collection by Burberry Prorsum. The animal buckles are a particular point of focus, adorning bags and clutches in the forms of fox, duck, dog and owl. The brown laced-up booties matched the earthy tone of some of the bags, while the bow belts provided contrast and a touch of femininity. My favourite item from the entire collection would have to be the studded leather gloves. Can't wait to get my hands on some of those! 

xoxo 

 

 

Favourite looks from NYFW Fall 2012 |

1. J. Mendel 

 

Key feature: cut-outs with pleats 

2. Proenza Schouler 

 

Key features: oversized jackets, angular silhouettes and oriental prints.

3. Juan Carlos Obando 

Key features: brocade and asymmetric cut

4. Victoria Beckham 

 

 

Key feature: structure with slouching boots

5. 3.1 Phillip Lim

 Key feature: sheer details.