The sheath dress has been a staple in women’s wardrobes since the 20′s and 30′s. In those days it was relegated to being a figure hugging, straight, ankle-length evening dress. Today the hem line has risen and the venues for wearing them have grown tremendously. You can wear a sheath dress for a spring weekend of errand running or to a semi-formal dinner. There are no limits on them these days and…
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Spring has officially sprung in DC, well more like summer. It’s gone from pea coats to short sleeve shirts. Today’s post is a bit of inspiration for the ladies of Fashion Citizen. Pearls have long been a sign of lady like style, a chic way to class up pretty much any outfit. Pearls and denim, pearls and a suit, even pearls with a t-shirt…there’s no wrong way to wear them….
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Ruffles have appeared on quite a few runways recently and as you know Fashion Citizen aims to help you adopt the trends in a way that will benefit you and your purse ! The above image, via style.com is a detail shot from Gucci’s Spring 2013 collection. If runway watching isn’t you bag and you’d like to check into this trend, might I suggest working it in through your accessories….
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Not to long ago, I sent out a tweet out lauding the amazing designs that I’d been seeing from African designers. I quickly got a response from Chidera Chime of Dewan Apparel. Dewan Apparel is a fairly new brand, beginning in January of 2012 and launching their online store in October of the same year. With influences from Africa, Asia and America, Dewan Apparel is an international brand unlike any…
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I had the pleasure of meeting Brian Americus of Uni Clothing Co a few months back and it’s rare that I encounter someone with passion about their brand that exceeds mine. Brian spoke about how he really wanted to make Uni Clothing Co a unique label and something beyond just pieces that people wear. Brian wants his pieces to become a part of your lifestyle. I’m giving Brian this space…
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I realize it’s been a while since I really gave the readers a good dose of Fashion Citizen looks. So I was thinking, what better way to do this than to create a fashion story. I used a runway look from Alice + Olivia’s Fall 2012 collection to illustrate to you my idea of “She’s Such A Lady”. I know you’re thinking well why is she so boyish, why is…
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Statement jewelry is one trend that is not going to away and this fashion blogger is glad about it. Women’s fashion definitely has it’s ups and downs as far as trends that everyone can take advantage of, but statement jewelry is a pool everyone can swim in. Deborah Mdurvwa’s Fall 2012 collection brings us luxe gold chains, fabric covered earrings, leather studded earrings and then some. I’ve had the occasion…
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In the spirit of keeping me in the know, one of the friends to Fashion Citizen, Charles Keys aka @ChuckTaylor81 put me on to the very great designs from Vanity NYC. I really enjoy a good statement accessory and Tasama Craig, the designer behind the brand definitely knows how to create them. Her clutches are great accent pieces for today’s fashionista. I am certainly a fan and hope to make…
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Havva Mustafa, a brand that’s been featured on Fashion Citizen before is back again and this time we’re featuring them moving in a new direction. The brand is expanding into casual rain boots and accessories, giving you stylish options for all weather conditions. You have to love a brand that looks out for your style in the worst weather right? Here are a few words from Havva on the new…
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I was recently catching up with a fellow creative, Brian Suber and he hipped me to this awesome and noteworthy project. Check it out below.. AV Project Pictured above is Brian in the AV Project rings This on going collection is in memory of a very close friend of mine who was a superior rapper at the age of 18. He goes by the name Avion but to his family…
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