STRONG, SEXY WOMEN!

I'm BAAACCCKKK!!!! Sorry to be MIA for so long, but the life of a college student is a busy one. Also, I've been working on some of my own writing, and as a result, I've slacked on updating on DC. But no more of that!

Some of you are probably wondering wtf is going on with SHOULDER PADS lately. Well, I'm here to tell you that something wonderful is happening; the '80s are making yet another comeback and it couldn't be more fierce.

Rihanna is quickly becoming just as famous for her cutting edge style as she is for her music, and she wears her clothes with a confidence that should be part of all women's wardrobes. One of the first to jump on the shoulder-pad-rebirth bandwagon, Ri Ri wears them proudly and looks absolutely fabulous doing it. It's important to not cross the line between bold and tacky, and Rihanna manages to stay on the right side of it by pairing her fabulously flashy top with a relatively simple skirt. Fresh, edgy, and architecturally divine.

I know, I know. Many of you probably think this trend can't disappear fast enough, and spandex and jumpsuits can go right along with it, please and thank you!! But hear me out. The thing I really love about this trend is what it does for the female body. The exaggeration of the shoulders creates an imposing, powerful silhouette - it's next to impossible to wear these shoulders without standing up straight and feeling sexy-strong. Also, broadened shoulders make the waist look slimmer, so think twice before you disregard this trend, ladies, and try on a couple choices!

In my opinion, the perfect place to find a workable shoulder pad piece is a thriftstore. Dig through some racks of blazers and odds are you'll find a gem amongst the grunge. DON'T be turned off by loud colors or funky cuts! Let this jacket be obnoxious! Wear it with confidence and feel empowered. With those pads on, it'll be so much easier to carry the weight of the world.

Anonymously,

Hardstuff

HATS, HATS, HATS......

Waking up to the snow was fun for maybe about five minutes. The excitement went away when I realized that I have to actually walk all the way to the other side of campus at 8:35! JOY! Well, I decided to celebrate our first real snow storm here at Moho, I'm going to talk about the winter hat trends!!!!!!!!! (I know I'm weird,but I get really excited about hats).

1. The Slouchy Hat-ALWAYS IN! I love this hat. It goes with every jacket, outfit, and shoe. Its keeps your head warm, but its also super stylish.

2. The Beret-I'm ALL about bringing the beret back. It's just so classic!

3. The Cloche Hat-We see Leighton Meester's character on Gossip Girl rocking this hat. Everyone can pull this look off.

Sorry to be harsh but Mohos, one request: NO POM POMS ON FITTED HATS. Their not cute.

Anonymously,
Poser

Over the Knee Boots? Yay or Nay?

I was browsing through Vogue's "Best Dressed" for the week, and came upon a picture of Chanel Iman (Famous runway model) wearing black over the knee boots. I was SHOCKED! REALLY CHANEL?!?! Put her in the movie Pretty Woman and she would have fit right in. I'm sorry Chanel, we love you, but YOU ARE VICTIM OF A FASHION FAUX PAS.


Anonymously,
Poser

Make-DOWN.

Besides being known for her ability to play the catty Blair Waldorf on the hit series Gossip Girl and her sultry singing voice that seems to be taking over the pop charts, Leighton Meester is revered for her adorable dimples, and, of course, flawless makeup.

Meester usually sports an all-natural look.  BUT....this time, she's got it all wrong.  

Being a pop queen WILL require a few dramatic moves, including some bold fashion statements. However, THIS particular look will not cut it.  Gold Eyeliner, a purple raccoon smokey eye, AND a red lip? NO, NO, and NO.

Love you Leighton, but this time you got it wrong.  

Anonymously, 

Statement.

Hit Or Miss?

I've always thought that Natalie Portman is a timeless beauty with a twist.  She has classic features with just enough edge to pull off either a pixie cut or long, luscious locks.  BUT, when it comes to fashion, Portman has let me down on numerous occasions.  

This week at the New York premier of the new movie Brothers, which I am dying to see by the way, Portman showed up in QUITE the outfit. 

A cobalt blue Jason Wu mini dress

Royal purple Aldo peep-toe pumps

AND

a yellow/green clutch

If you're not confused..well, I AM.

Each of the pieces was respectable in it's own right, but somehow all three just didn't work together.  My opinion? Ditch the shoes because the cobalt dress and yellow clutch combo is to die for!

Anonymously, 

Statement.

DO YOU REALLY UNDERESTIMATE YOUR DAD WHEN IT COMES TO FASHION?

The answer to that question is: I used to. 

Once upon a time, seven years ago, my Dad came home with a present. I was so excited to rip open the paper and find Limited Too shorts with dance written on the bootie (unfortunately I was really into Limited Too. The obsession lasted approximately three years). However, I was shocked to find a pair of zip at the knee khaki pants and.... wait for it.......a pair of HUSH PUPPIES. REMEMBER THOSE!!?

I smiled through my teeth (translation: fake smile), and proceeded to hide both items in the back of my closet. One sunny monday morning I woke up to find my khaki pants and the horrendous hush puppies lying on the floor. My Dad barged in and said "COME ON YOU'LL LOOK GREAT, COME ON". My Mom even made me wear them together. Therefore I couldn't back down. I walked into school with every one pointing and laughing at me. All I wanted to do was hide in the coat closet and never come out. That was it, I had my first official fashion faux pas and I blamed it all on my father.

Lets flash forward to four years later: I continued to refuse to shop with my Dad. I never wanted a repeat of that heinous outfit. I needed a new coat, and I begged my Mom to come to Bloomingdales with me. She didn't want to go, and she convinced that my Dad go with me. Whining wouldn't get me out of this situation, so I surrendered and went shopping with my Dad. Surprisingly, my Dad was open to the styles that I liked. It was then that my Dad pulled out my all time favorite Marc Jacobs military green jacket. I wore the jacket to death. 

That wasn't the end, my Dad kept revealing this amazing fashion sense he had never shown to anyone. I mean the guy wears black socks with adidas sandals! No one ever thought that the guy could pick out a high fashion jacket for his daughter. It kept progressing. After I wore out the military jacket, it was time for a new one. After a trip to Century 21, my Dad found a gorgeous Donna Karan peacoat. It was my first sophisticated piece, and I loved every inch of it.

At that point I knew I could trust my Dad enough to help me find a fairy tale prom dress. After hours in department stores, vintage stores, and even the mall, we ventured into the online world. We casually looked on the Betsey Johnson website to find my prom dress in the sale section. My Dad picked out a sea foam green dress with a ribbon belt; we both knew that this dress was the PERFECT dress. 

LESSON OF THE DAY: DON'T UNDERESTIMATE YOUR DAD. Even if he caused a fashion disaster seven years ago, just give him a chance.

Anonymously,

Poser

You'll Thank Me Later...

Hello to all of you Twilight fans! I know you're out there, and despite what you want me to think, I KNOW you were sitting in that theater, third row, at exactly 11:30PM waiting for the premier of "New Moon" to start.

Trust me, I was there with you...waiting for the big reveal.  You know what I'm talking about...Taylor Lautner.  Shirtless.  Amazing. 

So what does this have to do with fashion? Let me explain! Taylor Lautner, thanks to months in the gym and daily protein shakes, has officially informed us all that shirtless is IN.  Shirtless is SO in. 

So if you know someone who has the abs do us all a favor?... make sure to steal his shirt!

I'll thank YOU later!

Anonymously, 

Statement.