TREND ALERT: GRAFFITI

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Graffiti is not just for the streets of New York City anymore; it is now more than appropriate (even trendy) to spray paint, dye, air brush, bleach and even Sharpie your clothing. You may be thinking, “Why would I want to draw all over my clothing?”. But graffitiing your pieces can be a very cool and fun way to personalize some of your favorite wardrobe items and give them new life. Don’t we all want something that is truly one of a kind? And if you’re too nervous (or artistically challenged) and do not want to do the drawing yourself, here are some pieces that are already “pre-painted”:

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Black Graffiti Tee: Givenchy

Graffiti Print Love Cross Body Bag: Rebecca Minkoff

Graffiti Canvas Backpack: Chanel

Graffiti Jeans: Proenza Schouler

Red Tag Graffiti Vest: Faith Connexion

Graffiti Double Breasted Jacket: Comme Des Garçons

Graffiti Duffle: Louis Vuitton

Graffiti Print High Top Sneaker: Converse Chuck Taylor

Graffiti Canvas Parka: Faith Connexion

Graffiti Baseball Jacket: Dsquared2

TREND ALERT: THE MIGHTY MULE

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It looks like mules are going to be the “It” shoe for summer. I love mules because they are easy to wear (no fussy straps or buckles) and generally make one’s legs look long and lean. Always a plus!

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Black High-Heel Mules: Zara (also available in whiskey)

Gaia Suede Mule: Vagabond

Perforated Suede Mule: Nightwalker

Ice Blue Leather Mule: Sol Sana

Grey Suede Mule: Boutique (also available in navy blue)

Silver Unlined Mules: Topshop

Mule Platform Heels in Cola: See By Chloe

Olej Leather Mules: Acne Studios

Printed Canvas Mules: Miu Miu

Quilted Leather Mules: Gucci

TREND ALERT: SILVER AND GOLD

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“Fashion Month” is quickly nearing its close as we head into “Festival Season”. One trend that stood out starkly on the runways is metallics. Designers and creative directors incorporated silver, gold and sequined accents into just about every show this season. I saw subtle metallics pieces such as gold loafers and silver handbags, and more obvious lustrous creations like fully sequined gowns and metallic jackets.

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PSI Metallic Leather Satchel: Proenza Schouler

Gold Star Burst Backpack: Karmaloop

Silk Lamé Silver Jumpsuit: Isabel Marant

Vintage Gold Metallic Dress: Free People

Silver Sneakers: Zara

Gold Tassel Loafers in Velvet: ASOS

Metallic Fringe Top: Loewe

Gold Collection Windbreaker Jacket: Puma

Silver Metallic Leather Pants: Balmain

Gold Metallic Pleated Midi Skirt: Gucci

Cropped Sequin Camisole: Ashish

 Gold Metallic Triangle Bikini: L’Agent by Agent Provocateur

Silver Gilt Trip Metallic Dress: Nasty Gal

Sequined Tulle Mini Dress: Tom Ford

Day For Night Platform Boots: Free People

Gold Elyse Shoes: Stella McCartney

Sage Moto Jacket: Nasty Gal

Gold Crackle Leather Bomber Jacket: Gucci

Silver Laminated Flats: Zara

Jordaan Metallic Loafer: Gucci

TREND ALERT: STARS AND STRIPES

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Star prints and stripes are red hot right now!

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Monogramme Envelope Star Print Shoulder Bag: Saint Laurent

Star Bright Sheer Tights: Nasty Gal

Star Patch Leather Skirt: After Party Vintage

Big Dipper Jacket: Reformation

Embroidered Stars Oversized Tee: Lola May

Le Punk Saints Star Jeans: One Teaspoon

Star Cashmere Sweater: Chinti and Parker

Court Classic Star Sneakers: Saint Laurent

Reach For The Stars Ankle Boots: Free People

The Falabella Star Shoulder Bag: Stella McCartney

Oversize Denim Shirt with Star Print: ASOS

Metallic Leather Star Backpack: Saint Laurent

Star Champion Velvet Sneakers: Keds

Five-Panel Denim Star Hat: Forever 21