Weekend Style: Fashion Week in Milan + Vancouver

The camera doesn't lie, we've got some nostalgic pieces to look forward to next year. Not to say I was alive for 70s fashion, but this is one fashion trend that will have to be styled with care. Why not watch MFW live while you enjoy your cup of coffee and let me know your thoughts in the comments below?

After that, show the Canadian's some love! It's Vancouver Fashion Week, too.

 
You can even show dré some love by voting for her as VFW's favorite model! See details below!

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xo | din

photos | Valerio Mezzanotti for NYT, Andrew Campbell for VFW

Backstage @ Lili Ming & IMA | Vancouver Fashion Week

It's been a week since I finished walking for Vancouver fashion week, and I know there are people eager to see photos of what I did! Take a walk with me backstage at the shows for Lili Ming and IMA.

Below is a shot of my hair and makeup or Lili Ming. I loved this look! The hair was a soft undone French twist, and the lips were two toned. If you look closely you will see they are orange in the center and hot pink in the corners. I will definitely be stealing this for a makeup look I do in the future!

This collection showcased 5 collections within the collection, and sent over 80 pieces down the runway! I guess when someone tells them to get ready for a show, they don't play!  Below, you will see two of the three dresses I wore down the runway.

The second show I walked in this evening was for IMA. It was so crazy backstage, with a shortage of hair and makeup people, that my hair skills were put to the test! I did my own hair for the show! I thought the makeup was fun for this too. Very soft, with a bit mor drama around the eyes!

Theses lovely little ladies in the middle are the designers for this collection. The clothing is all yoga/athletic inspired, and all the models were loving how comfortable and adorable that each piece was! I defiantly plan on buying from them in the future!

XOXO dré 

[ Vancouver Fashion Week Recap ] The Runway Is Golden

Looks from Goldie at Vancouver Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2014. 

There may be a buzz in Milan, but let's be honest, when my bff is walking the runway, chances are my excitement is going to shift to a time zone a little closer to home. As you know, last week dré walked for several shows in Vancouver Fashion Week. There were a couple designers in the line up that caught my eye for their ready to wear appeal.

Above I captured a few looks from London designer Goldie that had me saying, "Can I get that dress!?" Unfortunately, dré was too busy stealing the show to receive my telepathic plee. Le sigh. 

Love the look, but can't wait for spring? I don't blame you. Check out the Autumn 2013 collection here!

xo | din

[ Inspire Me ]

Alice + Olivia Fall 2013 RTW

Fashion changes quite frequently and whether or not I choose to follow it trend by trend, I'm always being inspired by things around me. Watching fashion shows online, visiting Style.com, browsing my fashion magazines, visiting art galleries, or even just walking the historic streets of DC are ways that I stay fashionably inspired. How about you?

xo | din

See the complete Alice + Olivia Fall 2013 Ready to Wear line here.
You can find more inspiration on Pinterest and Bloglovin', too!

[ Strawberry Letter 23 ]

blazer | H&M

shorts | H&M

cami | Express

heels | BCBG

envelope clutch | JustFab

necklace | Forever 21

knuckle rings | Forever 21

I can still hear the tune to Tevin Campbell's Strawberry Letter 23. Remember that one? Love it. Every time I hear it, I get a little pep to my step. Just as I do when I throw on an accent color as bold as this strawberry blazer. Add in an eye-catching clutch and I've got the makings for the soundtrack to my runway.

xo | din


photos | Reflection Photography

original version | Strawberry Letter 23 by The Brothers Johnson

[ Mirror To My Sole ]

I think I found my treasure. For there my heart is...in the mirror of my heels! There's no surprise that the snake skin caught my eye, but it was the mirrors that sold me. RTW? You know it!

These YSL metallic beauties are the first from the brand in my wardrobe. And I'm excited that they come from the collection I fell in love with last year.

YSL ~ FW2012 RTW

If this is the first time you're seeing this collection, you must not deprive yourself any longer! See Stefano Pilati's final collection for Yves Saint Laurent here.

So where we going? Wheee!

xo | din

photo courtesy | Monica Feudi

ear | cuff

From the runways of Rodarte and Repossi to the street style trendsetter, ear cuffs are a Spring fashion favorite. Below, Miranda Kerr wears a Ryan Storer cuff, and Cara D. and Alicia Keys compliment their perfectly coiffed updo's with statement pieces by Repossi. 

The Berbère Collection, Gaia Repossi

The Berbère Collection, Gaia Repossi

Trend [ deCODEd ]

Every fashionista likes a good trend. Here are a few ways you can jump on board without breaking the bank:

River Island cuffs | ASOS, $8.48

House of Harlow 1960, $59

If your ears are pierced, there are longer, draping versions available, too. Try these from ASOS and Urban Outfitters. Also, this Samii Ryan spiked ear cuff at Nordstrom doesn't require piercing, but it'll still hang with the best of 'em!


xo | din


photo courtesy: Stuart Wilson, Abaca, Colette, ASOS, moejackson