Category Archives: Trend Alert

Steal this look – Spring takes inspiration from the boys with a splash of fedoras

Posted on May 3, 2012 by admin

Kate Moss rocks her fedora with a heather gray 3-piece suit

They say accessories make the outfit. A statement necklace, detailed drop earrings, a cocktail ring or draped scarf in a shocking color can put a stylish stamp on the simplest look and all of a sudden, you’re elevated to the next level. After a winter of layering, we at Rue de Chic are skipping into spring with a little help and inspiration from some stylish and seriously sexy men of the past.

Indiana Jones and his famous wool fedora

This spring is all about the perfectly structured wool fedora. Not to be left behind, Hollywood has already taken note of this trend. Check out the many ways to pretty up this look below.

Model Erin Wasson pairs hers with a printed maxi skirt and double breasted jacket

Socialite Olivia Palermo in an equally chic pleated skirt and blouse combo topped off with a wool fedora

Cameron Diaz's fedora keeps her stylish at the airport

Dakota Fanning adds a boho chic touch to her fedora with flared jeans, a flowing white blouse and wooden wedge heels

Gossip Girl's Jessica Szohr goes for a touch of feathers with her fedora

Rosie Huntington Whiteley is fresh faced and casual chic

Vanessa Hudgens also goes casual chic with her look

Katie Holmes finishes her look with a chocolate brown fedora

Stylish Toppers - Get in on the action with our collection of wool fedoras (Available in black, brown, olive green and gray at www.ruedechic.com. Click on the photo to get a sneak peek)

 

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Trend spotting (80s revival) – Neon colors get a modern day makeover

Posted on April 9, 2012 by admin

Beyonce goes neon in a Michael Kors Cashmere top and patchwork Etro skirt

Ladies and gents of style, fasten your fashionable seat belts, we’re taking a little spin around the 80s this spring. In case you’ve missed all the shocking neon colors, bowler hats, ripped cut-off shorts, over the shoulder blouses and round rimmed glasses making a splash, fashion is taking inspiration from the past again. (more…)

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Trend Spotting – What to expect for Spring 2012 (Video)

Posted on February 6, 2012 by admin

Get to know all the trends, cuts, styles and colors to expect from the upcoming spring season + tips on how to incorporate them into your wardrobe.

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Trend Spotting: Forget the winter blues, shocking yellow is taking over Hollywood

Posted on January 24, 2012 by admin

Paula Patton recently shined at the golden globes in shocking yellow

Last week’s red carpet proved that Hollywood was foregoing winter and heading straight for spring.  From the range of bold colors that took over the carpet, one would never guess that we were in the throes of winter. One color in particular that the stars can’t seem to get enough of is shocking yellow. This color was huge over the summer and continues to gain steam on the carpet –with no signs of slowing down. From neon shades to sequin embellished looks, color blocked pieces and elegant gowns, there’s nothing mellow about this season’s yellow. Based on what we’ve seen on the spring runways plus the already active awards season, get ready to see more of this gorgeous, stand out color. (more…)

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Yearly style round up – 2011 in trends, hits and fashion stories

Posted on December 30, 2011 by admin

2011 in style- Michelle Williams in a 50s style dress, Rihanna color blocks, Liv Tyler combines 2 of the year's biggest trends in a polka dot dress featuring a peplum skirt while Ginnifer Goodwin takes a risk in shocking yellow

2011 was no doubt a very stylish year in fashion. It was filled with trips taken back in time for style inspiration. In just a few seasons, we visited the 50s, 60s, 70s and even the 80s, taking the best from each era. As we moved through the year, we borrowed from the boys and added a feminine twist, relaxed in colored denim, glittered and sparkled in sequins, went edgy in leather and color blocked ensembles; wild in animal print, ethereal in white, ladylike in peplum  and full skirts, popped in gorgeous and shocking color; we went crazy for polka dots and floral print, stayed casual cool in stripes  and so much more. Take a trip down memory lane with us as we relive this past year’s most stylish and fashionable looks and trends. (more…)

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Trend spotting – This holiday season, it’s all about sequins, shimmer and shine (Work this trend into your wardrobe)

Posted on November 28, 2011 by admin

Eva Longoria sparkles in an Alice + Olivia sheath

The holiday season always brings a hint of shimmer and sparkle and this year is no different. From sequin minis to metallic gowns, the red carpet is already seeing it’s fair share of this holiday trend. Stars like Jessica Alba, Taylor Swift, Sofia Vergara and Kate Hudson have all stepped out rocking their favorite shinning looks and if there is one trend that’s incredibly easy to incorporate into your current wardrobe, it’s this. Keep in mind that sequin dresses make the best party looks and with holiday and new year parties rolling around, you can find a piece that not only works for you but will no doubt make you stand out. Check out some of this year’s standout sparkling red carpet looks and hopefully, they’ll inspire you. (more…)

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Trend spotting – All hail the Greek goddess

Posted on November 9, 2011 by admin

Emma Stone attends the Glamour Women of the Year Awards in a green Grecian goddess gown with gold accessories by Lanvin

Before the “goddess” title became synonymous with Charlie Sheen’s summer antics, it actually was associated with beauty, grace and elegance. In terms of fashion, there’s a reason why the goddess style dress has endured for so many seasons. Evoking the very essence of a woman’s beauty and femininity, it doesn’t overwhelm but in fact enhances. Draped to perfection on the wearer, its simple but elegant cut is what makes it stand out. As awards season approaches, this trend will no doubt be prominent on the red carpet and stars like Jessica Biel, Freida Pinto, Emma Stone and many others have already gotten a head start on the trend. What do you think of the goddess style dress. Are you a fan? Share your thoughts below…

Jessica Biel wears Giambattista Valli's modern take on the goddess dress featuring a keyhole bust and oversized layered puff sleeves. The look is completed with a traditional gilded leaf belt.

Freida Pinto goes grecian in Antonio Berardi at the premiere of Immortals

Notable goddess style dresses from the past

Leighton Meester looked absolutely stunning in Bottega Venetta while attending the 61st Annual Primetime Emmy Awards

While Cate Blanchett took a risk in lavender Alexander McQueen

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Fall Trend Alert – Going wild for animal print

Posted on September 7, 2011 by admin

Heidi Klum goes wild in a leopard print dress

After seeing a refreshing take on animal print on the Fall 2011 runways earlier this year, it was only a matter of time before it started making it’s way to the red carpet and Hollywood events.

The new face of animal print at Monique Lhuillier

Animal print meets elegance at Monique Lhuillier

Not everyone’s a fan of animal print and that’s understandable. There is after all a very thin line between stylish and tacky when it comes to this print.

Style Tip: Test out this trend with some elegant leopard print peep-toe pumps.

Here are some chic animal print looks to give you some inspiration for fall.

Zoe Saldana in Dolce and Gabbana

Courtney Cox strays from her usual black in a python print Lanvin dress

Naomi Campbell in dark green animal print Dolce and Gabbana

Rose Byrne in a belted animal print Dolce and Gabbana mini

Jessica Alba didn't let pregnancy stop her from being fashionable. She took a risk that paid off in a leopard print Dolce and Gabbana Maxi

The print doesn't discriminate - Helen Mirren goes rocker chic in a Dolce and Gabbana leopard print dress and motorcycle jacket

What do you think of this season’s take on the animal print? Loving it or not so much?

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Labor Day Fashion – White hot in Hollywood

Posted on September 1, 2011 by admin

Katie Holmes in a chic, belted white Calvin Klein dress and Lanvin pumps

In honor of labor day weekend, a time to relax even with fashion, we’re launching the 2nd “White Hot in Hollywood” gallery. White has no doubt been the hottest color of the summer and with so many chic, light and airy looks to pick from, we’re sure you’ll be inspired when it comes to your labor day fashion.

 

Eva Mendes in white cap sleeved dress

Ashley Greene in a white shirt dress

Rosamund Pike looks simply chic in white

Anne Hathaway in floral white lace

Clemence Poesy in Nina Ricci

Maggie Q in a white sheath

Dita Von Teese in a chic white frock

Jessica Alba in an Alice and Olivia Maxi

Sofia Vergara in white lace Marchesa

Sienna Miller in white lace

Sarah Jessica Parker in a white lace dress by L'Wren Scott

Miranda Kerr in lace David Jones

Alessandra Ambrosio in Dolce and Gabbana

Jessica Alba in a white lace Dolce and Gabbana flowing maxi dress

Blake Lively's pairs her white lace dress with a white blazer

Mia Wasikowska in a white embroidered shift dress

Rose Byrne in a white and tan dress with cut out details

Abigail Breslin in a white shirt dress

Elle Fanning is ethereal in a flowing white dress

Hailee Steinfeld in a white slip dress

Liya Kebede at CFDA Awards

Kerry Washington in Calvin Klein

Elle Fanning in white Chanel

Mila Kunis looks like a modern day ballerina in a white Elie Saab frock and matching sky high pumps

Malin Ackerman in a white All Saints dress

Gabrielle Union in a white sheath

Amber Heard in Amanda Wakeley

Jennifer Love Hewitt in a white strapless dress

Jennifer Lopez in white Hervé Léger

Jennifer Hudson in a figure hugging white sheath

Karolina Kurkova also in figure hugging white

Freida Pinto pairs her white skirt with a geometric print blouse

While Joana Garcia pairs her girly white skirt with a simple olive tank

Cameron Diaz in a white ACL jumpsuit and jean jacket

Eva Longoria goes super short in a white shorts suit

Eva Mendes in Thierry Mugler

Last but not least, Ann Hathaway in Valentino. Fans of Valentino will remember this Couture dress from the film Valentino - The Last Emperor. According to the designer, the dress came to him in a dream and was later painstakingly put together by hand, by a very talented team of seamstresses. It's good to see it out of the archives.

Interested in a bit more color? Check out this week in color!

 

 

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Trend Spotting – Tuxedo inspired looks

Posted on August 30, 2011 by admin

Diane Kruger in a Jason Wu tuxedo shirt, jacket and shorts

There are so many chic items to borrow from the boys. From boyfriend watches to boyfriend jeans, over-sized shirts to ties and suspenders, we’ve taken so many of these items and put our lady-like stamps on them. One stand out “borrowed look” of the summer has been the tuxedo-inspired look and boy do we wear it well. Below, fashion forward stars like Diane Kruger, Camilla Belle and Kirsten Dunst showcase this very hot trend.

Eva Longoria in a navy tuxedo jacket and shorts

Kirsten Dunst looks uber chic in a navy blue tuxedo inspired look and high bun

Camilla Belle borrows from the boys donning a white Tom Ford tuxedo

Anne Hathaway in a black and white tuxedo inspired look

Cameron Diaz in a tuxedo inspired jumpsuit

What do you think of the tuxedo inspired looks on these fashionable ladies? Would you wear this trend?

 

 

 

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