Monday Outlook: All Chrome Everything

There exists a bit of a fuzzy, transitional area between summer and fall where you're not really sure whats going on with the weather. Designers usually dub their collection releases during this transition "Resort" or "Cruise" lines in addition to the Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter collections.
Two guys that know all about the chrome.
This year's transition is going to be marked with chrome, and lots of it. Designers across the board are adding chrome accents or even completely bringing out entire pieces of their lines. Now to clarify, this is not the metal chrome we're talking about, but instead various metallic tones of patent leather. This will add to the leather that is already going to be popular in th fall and winter and add a unique contrast to the furs that are making a come back.
A sneak peak at the upcoming Gucci Horsebit loafer.
Gucci's classic horsebit loafer is getting a chrome spectator revamp while Ralph Lauren is launching a gold women's accessory line;you know it's a big deal when the major fashion houses are going all in. I highly recommend chrome accessories, which will add some serious pop to any outfit without screaming for too much attention, and avoid major pieces being chrome as you may come off a bit too disco-ballish. Also, find a tone you're comfortable with and stick with it, and if you happen to like them all, just make sure your jewelry is in tune with everything as well.
Street trainers in chrome are a definite eye catcher.
Check in tomorrow for some exciting new tech and next Monday for insight into the upcoming months' fashion trends!

Week in Review

Here are the links from the past week if you didn't have a chance to see them earlier this week:

Monday: Printed Swimwear
Tuesday: Apple and the OS
Wednesday: Tie Clips
Thursday: Tunics Tunics Tunics
Friday: Shirt & Tie...Boxes
Saturday: Russell Westbrook

Congrats to the winners of the French Open and, unfortunately, no history was made yesterday at the Belmont. This might be one of the biggest weeks for sports in the summer, so please pardon me if I seem distracted by what all is going on.

Check in tomorrow for some upcoming fashion trend insight and all next week for more tips and advice on style! 

Celebrity Saturday: Russell Westbrook

A myriad of all that Russell Westbrook brings to the table.
His team may not be in the NBA Finals, but Russell Westbrook is in a league of his own when it comes to style. I actually applaud the regulation for players to arrive and leave games in what they deem "proper attire" in effort to stifle a thuggish aura that was beginning to circle the NBA. As one of my colleagues put it, "The world isn't ready for Westbrook's style. That man is from the future." I'd have to agree with him, but there always needs to be a prominent figure pushing the envelope, acting as an agent of change for the masses. Most of what he does, a normal human being couldn't pull off, but take some inspiration from what he puts together, and try something different that might influence someone around you to do the same.

Check in tomorrow for the recap of the week's topics and next Saturday for another stylish celebrity influence!