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Teen Fashion Trends in Japan for 2017

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Japanese teens are looked up to by young people in other countries because of their unique and innovative fashion style. They have their own way of wearing non-traditional clothes that are considered trendy and those that stand out from the crowd. In fact, even young celebrities follow their fashion styles.

The Japanese are well known for mixing trends in the West with their own unique street style. They can wear anything and still look good and some of them may not even be aware that they are already setting a trend. For Fall/Winter 2017, the trend is focused on the oversized as well as layering of chunky jewelry. As for the shoes, the ugly ones are being showcased so if you’re particular about this, now is the time to choose your rugged and outlandish footwear. [Read more…]

Finding the Right Coat for Your Shape

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Lower temperatures in fall and winter means now is the perfect time to start shopping for a new coat. Different trends of coats are always in fashion but finding that perfect coat for your body shape will compliment your overall style. Shapes, colour and lengths can all be taken into consideration when shopping for a coat that is going to flatter your body type. Here are a few pointers on what styles will suit your body shape.

Topshop Parka Jacket
Topshop Parka Jacket

Narrow body frames will suit long tailored coats, such as this Reiss Margo Coat. Shorter styles are best avoided as they can make the body look longer. Boyish frames should opt for peplum styles, belted or military trends. Bright colours can also add the appearance of curves to a smaller frame as do ponchos and layers. Bulky shaped coats on the other hand can swallow a boyish frame.

Curvy figures look beautiful in belted and flared coats. These create an illusion of a smaller waist and balance the figure. Baggy styles are ones to avoid for curvier shapes as these can make the body appear larger and shapeless.

Petite women should consider coats that sit just above the knee. Many stores offer styles tailored to petite shapes, such as this Topshop Parka Jacket.

Petite shapes should avoid bulky styles and longer length coats, which will swamp smaller frames. If you’re pear shaped (smaller on top) then coats with details are the ones to look for. Styles that feature a fur collar or embellishment around the neck, detract from a larger waist. Similarly, double breasted styles and coats that are belted, help to balance the shape of your body and make the hips look smaller.

Finding a great coat can be time consuming but knowing which styles to go for makes it much easier to find something that will enhance your best features. Our guide on how to shop for the right clothes can also help with your search.

5 Korean Fashion Brands to Know in 2014

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From Gangnam Style going viral to Michelle Obama tweeting about making kimchi, Korean culture has taken the world by storm. In the world of fashion, in particular, Korea has in recent years come to mean much more than just bubblegum K-Pop style.

Korea has definitely come a long way in the fashion scene, and we think it’s wonderful to celebrate the unique creativity and talent of a country that’s been in the news so much lately for negative issues such as Korean comfort women and North-South Korean tensions.

Here are five Korean fashion brands that are worth watching this year:

Beanpole

Beanpole’s casual clothing and accessories feature clean, modern lines, impeccable tailoring, and muted colors. This affordable brand is brought to us by an affiliate of the Samsung Group.

Gentlemonster

Makers of beautifully crafted eyewear, Gentlemonster frequently collaborates with other brands and designers. Their collections of sunglasses and glasses feature different styles, both vintage and modern.

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thisisneverthat

For that “underground” look, you can’t go wrong with thisisneverthat- which is best known for dressing famous Korean rappers in their hoodies and crewneck shirts.

TNGT

TNGT, or The New Generation Trend, features very hip (note: we didn’t say hipster) clothing for men and women. Very popular for their bag designs, which are a great blend of both fashionable and functional.

Lucky Chouette

Positioned as a high-end streetwear brand, Lucky Chouette elevates fun, young fashion full of bold colors and texture.

Fake Hair Becomes a Real Trend

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These days, wigs aren’t just for people with thinning hair. Celebrities are amping up the glamour, and wigs are becoming more common on the runway, on the street, and simply to match a particularly fabulous outfit.

L.A. Times writer Alene Dawson comments on the use of wigs for celebrities of all ethnicities in her article “Wigs and fake hair are all the rage” … and if you aren’t a celebrity, you may wonder why. [Read more…]

Let Your Nails Shine Bright This Summer

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Summer is all about prints and flowers. One popular accessory that fashionable people should not do without this summer are the printed nails or what they call nail art.

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If you’ve been having plain nails all these years, it’s about time to make a change. Why not put on some nail polish even just on your toe nails to create an impact and wear an open sandals to show them off.

The teens and those in early 20s can do with prints that have lots of design. The older women, however, need to choose simple designs that are more appropriate for their age.

Nail polishes today are available in numerous colors and types. Apart from the regular hues, there are the neon colors, the glaze, metallic and matte. [Read more…]