The Return of the Aviators

The hipster eyewear has returned in its' famous colors including black, brown and tortoise shell. The chunky oversized frames have been seen on Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid.

Metal frames are trending again thanks to designer brands such as Tom Ford, Chloé, and Gucci. The 1990's acetate frames provide a classic silhouette that is fashionable yet wearable. They are the ideal frames for most considering their angular yet round structure which makes them suitable for people with round or angular faces. Try this seasons trend in gold or silver for a sexy finishing touch.

Find the full article on nytimes.com.

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GREATS BRAND DROPS TWO NEW WOOSTER X LARDINI STYLES FOR SS17 CAPSULE

When menswear icon Nick Wooster gets involved in designing, you know you're going to get something unique. As an industry leader having held roles at Ralph Lauren, Bergdorf Goodman, and holding a place on the Business of Fashion's “100 Most Influential People in the World,” and Vanity Fair's best dressed list, Nick Wooster is a fashion visionary. As the originator of the "mismatched sneaker" movement, Nick has influenced the market by not having to match a pair, which has been copied by multiple brands but there is only one originator.

For the fifth capsule of the Greats + Wooster + Lardini Spring/Summer 2017 collaboration, Nick selected a mismatched navy and white premium canvas with a smooth leather lining. Along with a second silhouette that is constructed from a durable grey canvas decorated with silver 3M polka dots that subtly reflect the light. Each style sits atop an elevated Margom outsole, adding a bit more height than Greats' traditional Margom sole. Greats + Wooster + Lardini branding can be found on tan calf lining, along with Greats' signature bar tack stitch in neon orange placed on the heel cup. The collection is hand crafted by Greats artisans in the Marche region of Italy.

The Greats + Wooster + Lardini Spring/Summer 2017 collaboration is now available for men and women exclusively on greats.com

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Turkish Lingerie That You Won't Find in Turkey

Lingerie label Else is one of Paris' well-known, international brands. The label was created by Ela Onur in 2008. By providing wearable lingerie styles, Else has made a name for itself while offering lacy bodysuits and crop tops that can go from the street to the sheets. 

You can find the label Else through lingerie e-commerce site Journelle as well as department stores. On the contrary, the label would be almost impossible to find in Turkey. Although it is common in the West, the trend of sexy lingerie isn't as widespread in the East. Cultural differences explain that Turkish women wear lingerie while getting married and for special occasions but not for their everyday routine. 

Turkey is well-known for exporting lingerie which is how Onur started in the industry. Her family ran a business that produced straps, hooks and wires for bras. Onur began to notice an advantage at that time, that there wasn't a single lingerie designer from Turkey. Even though Turkey had all the resources, the manufacturing that was being done there were for all the big private labels.

To read the full article, visit Vogue.

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H&M Will Soon Launch a New Retail Brand

Focusing on a style beyond trend, H&M is launching a new brand named Arket later this year. It is described as a modern-day market that will offer essential products for men, women, children and home. According to HYPEBEAST, Arket is looking to expand with a focus on materials, function and fit. The brand will represent a timeless stand still that will provide quality and warmth. 

Arket's price points will scale slightly higher than the company's main H&M line. Expect to see men's shirts range form approximately $42 USD to $123 USD. Arket's first retail store will be on London's Regent Street. The opening day is expected to happen upon late summer or early fall of this year. 

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Gayla Rogers Collection at Paris Fashion Week Ready-To-Wear 2017

Gayla Rogers is an Atlanta-based fashion designer who recently presented the Gayla Rogers Collection in Paris during Paris Fashion Week at the famous Grand Ballroom Versailles at Shangri-La Eiffel Tower. Gayla Rogers delivered a collection of gowns, coats, jumpers and hoodies in luxurious textiles. She kept the collection fresh through rich color and bold patterns. And while the hoodies seemed a little forced and out of place, she made up for it with her use of dramatic ruffles and voluminous skirts. 

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CLASS IS NOW IN SESSION: THE AW2017 FENTY PUMA BY RIHANNA CELEBRATED WITH TOP HONORS IN PARIS

On March 6, in front of the global fashion community, FENTY Creative Director Rihanna and global sports brand PUMA presented the third installment of the beloved FENTY PUMA by RIHANNA collection. For the rebellious and daring, this season takes inspiration from the halls of FENTY University, paying homage to the kids gone rogue, who hit honor roll and serve detention in style.

Amongst the bookshelves of Bibliothèque Nationale de France, Rihanna and PUMA brought to life the collection muses: Classic American social circles and cliques – Nerds, Jocks, Skaters, Preppies, Goth kids and of course, Bad Gals. Models charged on top of library tables and overlooked from the balconies. The collection spoke to the FENTYxPUMA signature oversized look and featured unexpected, sexy styles with gender bending pieces and over-the-top school frocks. With inspiration stolen from school gymnasiums and chic locker room attire, the Autumn/Winter season includes coach’s jackets, soccer jerseys-turned dresses, uniform style skirts, velour and poly track suits, bodysuits, cropped and oversized polo shirts, baseball tees and much more. With bespoke collegiate and high school style graphics, the FENTY Class of 2017 was in high session.

“When I was in school, it was always my dream to be able to dress up in whatever I wanted,” said FENTY Creative Director, Rihanna.  “But in Barbados it was mandatory to wear a school uniform, so I had so much fun this season creating these "Back to School" inspired looks, and I'm honored to present the collection in such a majestic national monument.”

The collection took the crowd back to the halls of their respective high school and colleges. Chunky hand-knit sweaters were showcased in plaids, chenille PUMA Cats and varsity F’s adorned rib knit sweaters and dresses. Outerwear in all shapes and sizes ruled this season with a wide selection of FENTYxPUMA coats in faux shearling, faux furs, ultra-suede and technical nylon. Rihanna once again reinterpreted the traditional hard lines of sport by breathing new life into uniforms, track suits, tops and bottoms with technical sport fabric and fashion touches. Sexy school girl skirts and cheerleader style fashion corsets brought the audience to full attention. Detention hall never looked so good. 

Signature branding details were featured throughout such as Rihanna’s lucky number 13, her birth year 1988, the FENTYxPUMA piercing zipper and FENTY PUMA branded buttons and trims. Unique patches, hardware and sporty taping gelled the collection’s sport theme even further.

New evolutions of the infamous PUMA Creeper were reimagined with stacked soles and ankle straps. New heels, translucent wedges, wellies, high knit styles and over-the-knee boots never failed to impress the student body. Oversized teddy bear bags, puffer-inspired hats and accessories, vanity cases and envelope bags were adorned on the arms of this season’s models, who were also styled with a selection of warm and stylish trappers, caps, balaclavas, hoods, beanies, durags and ivy league style scarves. Collegiate chokers kept models in check using silk tie and varsity jacket style collars.

The footwear, apparel and accessories collection presented in Paris will launch at retail stores worldwide in Autumn 2017.  

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Emerging Designers Rule the Runway at Charleston Fashion Week

Sixteen designers, over four nights, ruled the Charleston Fashion Week runway. This was a collective group of talent that wowed audiences the likes of Fern Mallis, Bibhu Mohapatra, Rachel Roy and a tent full of buyers, bloggers and fashionistas. Designer Andrew Clancy exploded on the runway with his punk-chic army of sequins, while (overall winner) Viviane Hamilton sizzled in red drama with gathers and ruching.

Charleston Fashion Week reviews an overwhelming number of applicants for the coveted runway slots and choose only the very best. These designers bring a fresh perspective and authentic vision to fashion. They are not afraid to experiment, question or express themselves. The emerging designers referenced architecture, foreign cultures and explored the essence of textiles. We saw menswear, womenswear and gender-neutral design. The emerging designer collections are about thoughts and ideas as much as they are about clothes.

As long as Charleston Fashion Week continues to provide a platform, the future of fashion has a home.

Photos: Side yard Studios.

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