Greetings, Tuesday...seems like most of us are sweltering, so it stands to reason my mind goes to Fall. What is it about Fall that makes me so happy? I always adored Fall weather- growing up in the Northeast and spending most of my life there, I can't help but hold a torch for that season- its colors, Thanksgiving, the crisp air, the end of the heat. It's such a fantastic time- if not for a switch up of wardrobe alone. I can remember how excited I used to get to pull out the scarves, fall colors, and snuggle into something chunky and handknit. In Miami, we don't get to do that much.
And reading July's Vogue, I sensed a trend towards a ladylike moment happening for Fall 2011. It's not like lady style ever went away, it just took a respite in favor of what Vogue calls "the model off duty" look- you know the type- Alexander Wang seperates, boots from All Saints, menswear inspired hats, slouchy silhouettes- all in black, grey, olive, or brown. I remain loyal to that look myself- what I love about it is that you can always feel cool, ready, and effortlessly sexy. My deal with super feminine clothes is they tend to feel fussy, prissy, or uptight. I hate those three adjectives, don't you?
But Peter Lindbergh's story featuring the drop dead hot Lara Stona and the even drop dead hotter Alexander Skarsgard (that deep V on the first episode of True Blood the other night was, well, wow) restored my faith in ladylike silhouettes. The looks in this story are super femmed up, but with a sexy edge that feels more Zelda Fitzgerald/spy in Berlin than lunch at Le Cirque. My favorite look, by far, is the Miu Miu dress with the gold embellishment and the fabulous hat, pictured below. If I was spending my Fall in Europe, I would most likely have to have this- so very perfect for a transcontinental adventure, non? And there's good news for you cloche types out there- hats are having a moment again this Fall- I myself am obsessed with headwear so good news for me. And that lilac fur coat? Genius.
In any event, if you're feeling in the mood for some feminine looks this fall, I'd go for it. I may have to retire my massive collection of Alex Wang tee dresses in favor of a more romantic ideal.
And that's what's up this deliciously feminine Tuesday in the MIA. It's fun being a woman in 2011, especially if you have cheekbones like Lara Stone. More photos below.XO
