Sweaters
Pampered Pals: Reknitz Dog Sweaters
Made of reclaimed cotton fibers, the path from each sweater's eco-tastic origin to the final product is fascinating. Reknitz ($38) separates pre-consumer textile table remnants into raw fibers that are then blended with 24 percent new acrylic fibers and spun into yarn. That's cool but my favorite part is that the color options don't come from dyes but instead from the (skilled) mixing of textile cuttings to create the lovely hues from what's available.
eBay Find of the Week
Wearing loungewear with heels is all the rage these days thanks to Alexander Wang's Spring show, where he paired gray sweatpants and sweatshirts with chunky platforms. If you want to achieve the look, this Batwing Slouch Dolman Sweater (all sizes available) is a good place to start. It also comes in light brown, dark brown, and khaki green, but heather gray is my favorite.
Look of the Day: Staying Cozy
CinnamonPixie knows all about staying cozy. To keep warm during drizzly weather, she wore a baggy sweater that was handed down from her mom. I like how she played with proportions by pairing it with a frilly mini skirt.
Alexander Wang Cutout Sweater: Love It or Hate It?
Feast your eyes on this Alexander Wang Cutout Sweater ($595). This baggy, slashed sweater just hit the racks a couple weeks ago and is already sold out at some stores. The '80s-inspired cut is daring and I like the marled knit texture.
Look of the Day: Sweet Sweater
When the weather is chilly, follow raccoon_hime's lead and throw on a sweet sweater. There are several reasons why I gravitate toward this look. First, I love that she wore her sweater as a dress and belted it for a dash of femininity.
What's Your Favorite Kind of Wool?
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What's Your Favorite Kind of Wool?
Alpaca — I like the strong but soft texture.
Merino; it's affordable and doesn't make me itch.
Trend Alert: Oatmeal Sweaters
Oatmeal sweaters used to remind me of hemp and granola, but consider me a changed woman. They have been revamped with a smashing array of cuts and textures. I love how these sweaters lend instant warmth to any ensemble.
French Connection Rina Ruffle Sweater: Love It or Hate It?
This French Connection Rina Ruffle Sweater ($100, originally $128) is quirky, but wearable. I can totally see Irish singer Roisin Murphy rocking it on stage. I dig its sheerness, the tiny vertical ruffles, but most of all, the loud color.Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Safety Pin Sweater: Love It or Hate It?
Have you noticed the recent influx of safety pins as accessories? I have and I'm quite fond of this quirky design. That's what drew me to this Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Safety Pin Sweater ($194).
To the Rescue: Does My Dog Need a Jacket?
I admit there's plenty of fashionable (and bizarre) dog clothing out there, but here's one of the most common questions I get: "Dogs have fur, isn't it silly to put anything else on them?" Well, the answer I give without fail is vague, but true: It depends. While a Samoyed in Minnesota may not need a heavy coat, it's possible that a Chihuahua may need one on a chilly night in the Valley.
People
Instyle
Jul 09 2009
Heidi Klum
WHAT SHE WORE
Klum added a peek-a-boo top to a stretchy miniskirt and accessorized with platform pumps
WHERE
The Times Square unveiling of the new Project Runway billboard
WHY WE LOVE IT
The expectant star effortlessly pulled off a mix of patterns by wearing a jacquard polka-dot shirt with a black and white striped mini. Follow Klum's lead and add a tone-on-tone top to a print skirt.
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