knitorious

This crazy California weather has me itching for my sweaters.  Stowed deep in the dark pit that is the storage area under my bed is my sweater box, containing all things cozy and warm, with the scent of dust and dirt that always reminds me of Holiday Season.  Must be the years of mud football that bring such a unique scent to jog my memory.

This Holiday Season is just like any other, and calls for your favorite knits for daytime or evening outfits.  Wrapping up in a cardigan for work, or sporting a chic and shiny black sweater for drinks with friends, knits this season are more popular than ever.

Designers, most notably Tommy Hilfiger, have jumped on the bandwagon and used knits in almost every aspect of their fall line.  Whether it is hats, scarves, sweaters, socks or cardigans, Tommy has you covered.

My advice: Ditch the trend and do what the weather is telling you to do- cozy up! The knit look is all about throwing pieces together that inspire warmth and comfort.  Don't be afraid to rock those cozy socks with a chunky sweater- the cozier the better!

[Tommy Hilfiger]

[Tommy Hilfiger: Mercedes Benz Fashion Week 2010]

[Tommy Hilfiger: Mercedes Benz Fashion Week 2010]

[Tommy Hilfiger: Mercedes Benz Fashion Week 2010]

Can't get enough Tommy? Catch the 2010 Fall/Winter Fashion Show here:

true romance

This weekend's screening of True Romance (we love you christian slater) got me going on an idea: patricia arquette's mastery of the color red. Red is one of those colors that, while Alabama flawlessly pulls it off on the silver screen, can sometimes be tricky to incorporate into your own style.

[Jean Paul Gaultier]

While some of you might find this 'riding hood' trend a little much, designers in Paris this week found it to be one of the best go-to-bolds for this season.

Whether it comes in a bold pair of kicks, or a great tagalong bag, this month's red hot color is taking designers by storm.  Go with either a true red, arquette-style, or opt for a more muted red, a favorite for autumn.


No matter how you wear it, you'll be sure to steal some glances in your own wardrobe with this go-to color.  But beware: you don't want to get caught looking like santa (we'll save that trend for december).

[valentino, paris fashion week 2010]

[mchevas photography]

[louis vuitton- paris fashion week 2010]

falling for the weather

Falling into the weather? Time to take out all your favorite sweaters, cardis, jackets, and scarves, and wrap up in your coziest clothing.  But which ones do you bring out from the back of your closet, and which ones should you leave to the perils of unorganized boxes due for donation?  This fall, runway designers are all about the natural neutrals, everything from camel to olive.  Take these colors to work by matching them with charcoal or black, and make casual cute by adding denim to your style.  One thing that should definitely stay at the back of your closet are your bright colors- the natural colors look chicest when mixed with a sophisticated black pant, or worn with other neutrals.

[Christian Dior Fall 2010, courtesy of elle.com]

[Gucci Fall Selection 2010]