Posts Tagged ‘guides’

Shorts Story: A Dozen Perfect Pairs

8th July 2010 by bellastraniera 1 Comment

If there’s one must-rock article of clothing for summer 2010, it’s got to be shorts. From super casual to extra fancy, they’re popping up everywhere dresses and skirts used to rule, including polo games and even the red carpet. Flowy or cuffed cuts are incredibly flattering even on non-leg-models, and a staple pair of jean [...]

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Must-Have Summer Shoes 2010

27th May 2010 by bellastraniera No Comments

As much as we love ogling fabulous Balenciaga stilettos, flats are what we actually wear for a day of strolling around the city. In the summer months, they can be sneaks, espadrilles, sandals or ballet flats: the main criterion is comfort.

Of course, that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice on style, as we saw on [...]

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Sheer Black Patterned Tights

27th January 2010 by bellastraniera No Comments

Like it or not, Valentine’s Day is nearly upon us, so it’s time to start getting in the mood. As seen on the cover of WWD, sheer black tights in floral, lace, and polka dot patterns are sexing up legwear for evening. They’re more fashionable – and more practical – than bare legs, so you [...]

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Retro Swimwear at Anthropologie

13th January 2010 by bellastraniera 3 Comments

If you can bear to think of bikinis at this time of year – or if you’re lucky enough to escape the cold – some choice retro swimsuits have just appeared at Anthropologie. By designers like Vix, Seafolly, Lenny, Don Marysia and Salinas, this ’40s to ’60s-style swimwear is almost universally flattering and really makes [...]

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Cold Weather Essentials

7th January 2010 by bellastraniera No Comments

Unfortunately, it takes more than a cute pair of earmuffs to get through a New York winter. Bundle up but still look cool with these cold weather essentials: hats, scarves, boots and coats that are as functional as they are fashionable. We found the top-of-the-line picks – and some cheap chic substitutes – to get [...]

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