7 days, 7 faves: summer staples [blogstyle]

Sarah B. from The Stylish Heart: Why not wear your nudes at once? Sarah charmingly dons rose, camel, cream, and white all together.

Flavia from Fashion Coolture: A large patch of pattern is offset by a multitude of accessories like a leather belt, wide-brimmed hat, and textured vest.

Sarah from Vive La Mode: While her French bulldog is her best accessory, Sarah's turband and wedges are great add-ons to sophisticate a summer look.

Jenny from From the Block: A pair of puffy shorts prove a perfect mate for cream crochet, bringing a sweater from winter to summer weather.

Yuu from Let Me Dream: A stiff calf-length skirt keeps boho details, like a floppy hat and feathers, more uptown.

Nicola from Nicola Claire: It's easy to make any t-shirt modern, just make sure it's oversized, and tie it in a large knot as Nicola has done.

Olivia from Fashion Salade: Sheer, textured lace makes the hippie vibe current, especially with round frames and platform sandals.

Key trends to try:
- Strappy heels
- Wedges
- Floppy hats
- White crochet and lace
- Round frames
- Maxi and mid-length skirts

Fashion Favorites from Cannes 2011

Upcoming A-lister Astrid Berges-Frisbey pairs a casual updo with a Chanel Couture dress at the premiere of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.

In Giorgio Armani Privé, Zoe Saldana dons elegant red and white stripes, a look normally reserved for candy canes, at the premiere of The Tree of Life.

Younger sister of Mary Kate and Ashley, Elizabeth Olsen wears a charming lace maxi from their line The Row at the photocall for Martha Marcy May Marlene.

Gwen Stefani sports a shimmery Stella McCartney jumpsuit and Roger Vivier clutch at the premiere of The Tree of Life.

Star of last year's Alice in Wonderland, Mia Wasikowska chose a neutral lace Valentino dress for the Restless photocall.

Brazilian actress Gaia Bermani Amaral struts at the festival's opening ceremony in a long, blue Roberto Cavalli gown.

Supermodel Natalia Vodianova keeps it minimal at the Calvin Klein party.

Rachel McAdams wears an ornate Marchesa gown at the festival's opening ceremony. Her side part and soft curls give her the feel of an iconic '50s starlet.

Diane Kruger flaunts her figure in pale gold Calvin Klein at the Sleeping Beauty premiere.


All photos from Harper's Bazaar.

Hiatus

Hi, everyone!

If you haven't noticed, I'm on a bit of a hiatus right now because of spring break, midterms, traveling, applying for internships, and now finals. As soon as I'm back to the States, I'll start updating on everything I've been seeing and doing but for now there's just no time.

I'm still writing weekly street style updates on College Fashionista so you can read about the fashion from abroad I've been seeing.

Have a great Easter weekend!

Paris Fashion Week: Street Style

Outside of Palais de Tokyo, at the Haider Ackermann show, I couldn't believe all of the big names I saw! Anna Wintour, Andre Leon Talley, Freja Beha, Grace Cottingham, the Sartorialist, Kate Lanphear, editor of French Vogue, etc. Paris, thanks for the hookup.

Venice Carnevale

A tradition started to mask social classes, Carnevale is an annual festival in Venice that draws millions of visitors each year. Lasting from Ash Wednesday to Mardi Gras, it's a time to celebrate before the fasting and piety of Lent. Each year, both residents and tourists alike don festive garb and ornate masks to parade around the city. The beautiful canals and idyllic streets were crowded with feathers, tophats and poofy dresses. The costumes are just as elaborate as the parties are wild. The city hosts concerts, parades and other festivities.

Most Carnevalians just a don a mask with their outfits, but those in full-fledged 17th century costumes are the real eye-catchers. They pose for photographers in the same position for most of their duration in Venice as crowds swirl around them. If you're ever in Europe in late February, Carnevale is a must. The costumes, crowds and atmosphere make Carnevale a fantastic glimpse into the traditions of Italy.
























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