Fashion Forum

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by Renae Virata

Did you notice a little theme going in these last blogposts?  Well, fall is definitely here in the world of fashion, but many of our thermometers are still showing summer temps.  Luckily seeing all those new fall items that you think you can’t wear yet will help you take inventory of what you’ll need when the forecast starts showing truer signs of cooler weather.

So one way to make the transition between seasons now is by wearing clothes that straddle both summer and fall.  Let’s start with cardigans! You know we love talking about layers at WeareverTheWeather.com, so we can’t think of a better place to start. Read the rest of this entry »

by Renae Virata

It’s the last hurrah for the bride and a chance for all her best girlfriends to get together.   Bachelorette parties (or stagettes elsewhere) vary according to the type of activities in which you will be partaking.  But you can be sure that it will be a time to let everything out and to have a great time!

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Photo credit: NOLA Arts District

by Renae Virata

Leave it to New Orleans to provide a supercool (literally) tradition like White Linen Night!  When there was no air conditioning way back when, merchants got together and held a block party around dusk to night to encourage people to come out, sample wares, shop, eat, drink, and socialize.  Why white linen?  It’s light, airy, and doesn’t absorb the sun like darker colors do, helping people keep cool as they hung out.  Today, the tradition (which takes place in NOLA’s Warehouse Arts District) continues the first week of August each year and with more of an emphasis on the arts.  Houston’s Heights area even has their own version that plays perfectly into the historical and walkable area’s charm. Read the rest of this entry »

Honolulu is an ideal getaway anytime of year.  Besides the fabulous blue waters, the insane beaches, friendly locals, and no shortage of fun things to do, style in Honolulu is just as easy and breezy as island life is.  Everywhere you go, on the streets, in the bars, or on the beach, you will find an expression of casual that runs the gamut thanks to an island culture of “take it easy” and an interesting parade of stylish visitors from all over the world. Read the rest of this entry »

East Coast-style by Gabrielle Union. Photo credit: FabSugar.com

by Halee Watel

After what seems like an eternity of slaving over tests, papers and then finals, graduation can seem like a relief to most. But the stress is not over—the question still remains. What to wear? Read the rest of this entry »

Photo credit | HelloNashville.com

Being the Country Music Capital of the world, it is no surprise that Nashville culture and style pivots around music, from country to blues to rock and everything in between.  Understated charm with all the modern fixings are what make Nashville style its own.  Take a cue from the Music City’s more lovingly known misnomer “NashVegas,” and you’ll immediately know what we’re talking about. Read the rest of this entry »

by Renae Virata

There’s a pretty good reason why they call it “Hot-Lanta.”  Atlanta is hot and humid much of the year, but more so it has become such a hotbed for urban couture style it should be called Haute-Lanta.  While cool southern gentility reminiscent of Designing Women is still a mainstay in many parts of the city, the rise and prestige of the Southern hip-hop scene as well as the cosmopolitan scene a la The Real Housewives of Atlanta has given way to a new generation of equally modern urban designers such as Mychael Knight of Project Runway fame and a heightened sense of style and fashion in the city. Read the rest of this entry »

Rodeo barrel rider. Photo credit: ESPN.com

by Renae Virata

Houston is the fourth largest city in the nation and home to big industries like energy, healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, and aerospace, which draw people from all four corners of the world.  It’s hard to ignore all the influences that make up the Bayou City’s style culture being a relatively up and coming “place to be” on the US map.  Indeed, a continually rising arts and fashion scene with big names like Chloe Dao, Miguel Rodriguez and Laura Mercier Cosmetics brings to the world scene what Houstonians have been for decades: modern, stylish, and balanced between classic conservatism and casual funk.

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by: Laura Milligan

Average High Temperature for February 16, in New Orleans, LA: 65 degrees Farenheit

Average Low: 46 degrees Farenheit

Mardi Gras this year falls on Tuesday, February 16, which means you’ve got to fast forward through your Super Bowl and Valentine’s Day outfits and start planning for one of the biggest party days of the season.

Below we’ll give tips for two types of Mardi Gras outfits: one for parades (we’re focusing on New Orleans, Mobile and other U.S. parades) and one that works for house parties. If you’ve been to Carnival celebrations in Europe or South America, please leave your tips on what to wear to those parades in the comments section below!

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Diane von Furstenberg S/S'10; Photo: Style.com

by: Laura Milligan

We live in Houston, where it’s been 70 nearly all week (atypical, but not unheard of). It’s almost warm enough to wear looks inspired by one of our favorite spring shows (Diane von Furstenberg, left), but not quite. Resortwear has been selling  online and in the department stores since Christmastime, and places like Bergdorf Goodman are already showcasing new spring lines. So what do you do if you’ve caught spring fever but it’s still bitterly cold and snowing where you live?

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by: Laura Milligan

Average January Highs: 22 degrees Farenheit; -5 degrees Celsius
Average January Lows: 4 degrees Farenheit; -15 degrees Celsius

More Montreal averages and weather information found here.

Montreal is quickly becoming a hot spot travel destination for international vacationers and business travelers. It’s the second largest city in Canada, and the cultural epicenter of Quebec, geographically the largest province in the country. Montreal, which has a population of 3.6 million, is a French-speaking cosmopolitan city with fine food, fashion, art and nightlife. Read the rest of this entry »

Golden Gate Bridge. Photo Credit: visitingdc.com

San Francisco might likely conjure up images of the Golden Gate Bridge, summer fogs, and Chinatown.  But to understand San Francisco style is to look no further than its people.  Eclectic and selectively trendy at the same time, what you wear in San Francisco depends on comfort and individual tastes. Read the rest of this entry »

Average Jan - Feb High | 68° F

Average Days Precipitation Jan – Feb | 5 days

Admit it.  You can’t help humming a few lines of Will Smith’s “Miami” as you pack for your trip to MIA. South Beach, Cuban food, amazing shopping, and a cosmo winter escape…what’s not to get excited about?  Though it can still get a little cold, a few minor adjustments to your normal spring or summer wardrobe is all you will need to be comfortable and stylish in this Florida town. Read the rest of this entry »

Chanel Fall 2006; Photo Source: Style.com

Average December Temps: High of 37; Low of 24

Average January Temps: High of 32; Low of 18

First snowfall of 1″ or more (average): December 2

Chicago is a popular vacation spot and business travel location, and whether you’re into baseball, shopping, the art scene, or food, you’ll be a happy camper in Chi-town. The second largest city in the United States is a veritable fashion and shopping mecca for the central part of the country, and thanks to Michelle Obama’s wardrobe supplier and boutique owner Ikram Goldman, the city is now more highly regarded as a style force than ever before.

The one major problem afflicting fashionable girls in the city is the harsh weather, which usually strikes in November and can last all spring. So how can you pack for wind chills of below freezing (and below 0); or expect to complete a shopping marathon in a snowstorm? Whether you’re headed to the city for business or for vacation, keep reading for tips we’ve collected from some of Chicago’s most fearlessly fashionable experts.

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Phoenix is the place to be come winter when temperatures everywhere else in the country dip down into the teens or single digits.  Besides its obvious natural beauty and health-conscious lifestyle, it is fast-growing into one of the best singles markets in the US and maintains a young, up-and-coming vibe across the city.  Both the weather and the youthful outlook play huge roles in what is worn in the Valley of the Sun year-round. Read the rest of this entry »

European style is more about knowing how to put things together than having a ton of high-fashion pieces.  If your planning a holiday tour to more than one country, keeping your wardrobe simple is the key to packing efficiently and dressing comfortably. Read the rest of this entry »

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Average October Temps: High of 63 degrees, Low of 47

Average November Temps: High of 52 degrees, Low of 38 degrees

New York City is the capital of American fashion and is an international trendsetter, both practically speaking and in terms of its everyday residents. From the Jazz Age and Harlem Renaissance, to beatniks and hippies, to Studio 54 to power suits and the Wall Street boom, New York is a tipping point for starting fashion trends around the world. And while a lot of trends permeate well past Brooklyn, when you travel to the city, you’ll quickly realize that what you thought was “cool” back home is nothing compared to the edgy experimentation that New Yorkers love day in and day out. Read the rest of this entry »

by Renae Virata

There’s a reason why there’s a little electricity thing going on the minute you board a plane (or hop into the car) to Vegas: The bright lights and hot vibe of The Strip are addictingly fun. How is a girl supposed to dress in this desert town? Read the rest of this entry »

Guest blogger and skincare and makeup consultant Sameera Ahmed’s advice for Hong Kong.

Hong Kong is one of the most fashion-forward cities in the world, with its residents definitely unafraid of dramatic color, funky textures, and punk-inspired patterns.  And why should the fun stop there? Read the rest of this entry »

Hong Kong from Victoria Peak. Photo credit David Iliff

A world of influences converges on the tiny region of Hong Kong, making it one of the hottest places to visit in Asia.  Typically touted as “a place where East meets West,” this area on the southern coast of China boasts influences from Hollywood celebrities, big European fashion houses, and Japanese looks and trends. Read the rest of this entry »