Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Eyes On The Prize - Peplums.


     It's been sprinkled along the runway, red carpet, and even H&M stores. Now it has become more apparent than ever; peplums have blossomed. Though, why now? Was it not just last season that oversized, undefined waists were ideal. Maybe the woes of recent crises have caused us to search for the hope, growth and happiness that is endowed in images of fertile, hourglass female bodies? Or, maybe it is much more simple than that; it is just due time that we cycled back into a figure eight silhouette. Either way, I approve. A defined waist is aesthetically pleasing, male-enticing and great camouflage for any "too many sweets" day.

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Wigs, For Real.

      Throughout history wigs have been associated with costume attire--an extraordinary form of dress for theatrical or ceremonial situations. They have been recognized as something that is associated with halloween, costume parties and unfortunate hair loss circumstances. Yet, this stigmatization of wigs may be fleeting; wigs may be changing from "mmm, don't think so" to "yeah, why not."
Remember, I'm not talking about weaves or extensions --which have habituated themselves in everyday wear for a number of years, I'm talking about full out wigs. Wigs being worn out for cocktails, dinner or even a quick run to the store. Sure, their functionality may not be substantial, but they can be strikingly transformative, sexy and playful. They can enhance the cohesiveness and drama of an ensemble instantly. Really, who needs real when you have wigs?