I like slouchy pants and furry vests, but something about the proportions of the pieces in Lindsay Lohan’s outfit just don’t work for me. So, I borrowed the earthy tones of Lohan’s look and started with the You Can Dance If You Want to Pants. They have the same comfy feel, but with just a bit more of a tailored look. I thought the Patent Pending Pump would look great with the menswear-inspired trousers. And, playing off of the gold chain across her chest (purse strap?), I selected the Swagger Like This Top. To coordinate with the chain embellishment on the shirt, I accessorized with the Lucy Locket Bracelet. And, the Through Thicket and Thin Tote was just too cute to pass up!
What do you think? Are you into Lindsay’s outfit? If not, what would you do to change it?
One-third of my childhood was spent pretending to be a member of one of these mind-blowing girl bands. Totally inappropriate for a 12-year-old? Probably. Totally awesome? Absolutely! From the empowering girl power exuded by En Vogue to the sultry sex appeal of TLC — oh, 90’s music, won’t you please come back to us?
If you missed our earlier boy bands post, make sure to vote for your favorite boys! And, don’t forget to come back on Monday when we crown the Ultimate 90s Band Favorite!
“You play ball like a girl!” That was the ultimateinsult in The Sandlot. But what’s wrong with being a girl? Nothing! As a matter of fact, it’s pretty awesome. So what better way to celebrate our femininity than by wearing a frock? Alicia, our Dynamic Content Coordinator, and I decided to take the A Little Bit Alt Country Dress and style it two ways — a little bit country and a little bit rock ‘n’ roll!
I took the dress down a cute country road by adding a peachy cardi and wide brown belt. Then I slipped on purple tights for a pop of color, picked up a sassy tasseled bag, and slid into cognac-colored boots with studded ankle straps that toughen the outfit up.
Alicia opted to put a sexy-in-the-city spin on her fun frock by layering a sleek, military-inspired black leather jacket on top and sassy scarlet tights underneath. She finished off the look with a rocker girl boot and fringe-tastic bag.
Of course, you don’t need to wear a dress to be ladylike, but sometimes frocks just make a gal feel so fabulous! Do you wear dresses every day of the week, or are jeans and a tee your go-to garments?
A stomacher was a triangular or U- shaped piece of fabric worn by women from about 1570 to 1770. In addition to connecting the two sides of a woman’s bodice, the stomacher, which could be adorned with ribbons, bows, lace, embroidery, and jewels, served a decorative purpose. Because it fastened to the bodice with ties, pins and tabs, or hooks and eyes, one stomacher could be switched out for another whenever the wearer wanted to “transform” her gown.
Over its two-century lifespan, the stomacher’s structure shifted to reflect current trends. In the late 16th century, stomachers were built of wooden slats or whalebone supports that created the stiff, rigid look that was popular at the time. In the early 17th century, stomachers and skirts were softer and more “flowy,” in accordance with the era’s favored silhouette. During the mid 18th century, lavish stomachers became all the rage, especially in the “échelle” style. This design was popularized by Madame de Pompadour, the mistress of French King Louis XV, and consisted of rows of bows that tied down the waist.
What do you think? Cast your vote, and/or leave a comment below!
For the social media savvy who are looking for the best in tweet — err, street— style photography, here are our recommendations for your Twitter list!
@MrStreetPeeper — At the IFB conference, Phil Oh of Street Peeper talked about how the media used to shrug at style photographers, whereas now that mentality has taken a complete turn! Follow him to see his tweet style:
Before groups like LFO and O-Town soiled the good name of “boy band” with their too-poppy-even-for-Richard Simmons music, the boy band was a sacred covenant — admitting only the best and brightest young talents of the 1990s. Boyz II Men, Blackstreet, All-4-One — laugh all you want, but 30 seconds into listening to their melodic tones and old school beats, you’ll be converted (and probably also swaying).
We’re excited to bring you our first Stuff We Miss Showdown! Today, we’re looking back at our favorite boy bands — but we couldn’t leave out the girls! Tomorrow, we’ll be reminiscing about the ladies we loved to pretend to be on the playground, and then on Monday, we’ll pit the top choices from both polls against each other in a battle royale!
Don’t forget to come back tomorrow to rate the ladies!
Last month, I talked about mint-y greens being a huge trend for spring, and this new sandal is one of my favorite examples yet! They’ll pair nicely with all the pretty floral dresses and skirts that are quickly making their way to the front of my closet as the weather warms up.
There may be a patch of snow here or there, but Spring is definitely upon us here in ModCloth’s hometown!
Vivianna, a University of Pittsburgh student and self-proclaimed Humans vs. Zombies fan, takes advantage of a March warm spell by cleverly juxtaposing her bubbly rose print dress and evergreen cardigan with storm grey tights. Adding a lovingly worn pair of laced boots, oversized purse, and punchy yellow nail polish, she creates the perfect combination of colors and layers for the Winter-Spring transition!
Every year, when it seems like the season of spring conveniently forgot about poor little Pittsburgh, I battle my cold weather blues with a ticket to a local screening of The Oscar Nominated Short Films. I’m lucky to live in a city which screens both the nominated live action and animated shorts. With the purchase of just one ticket, I can sit back and enjoy 10 varied short films, which never cease to amaze me with their engaging stories, or entertaining animation.
Even though this year’s Academy Awards have passed, Shorts International is still screening The Oscar Nominated Shorts in a few select cities. Check out their locations listing here, or download the nominated films on iTunes.
If you’ve seen this year’s nominated shorts, do you have any favorites?
If you think your ottoman is approaching the point of no return, wait! Just because there’s a stain or a rip on your chair doesn’t mean its days are done. If you’ve thought of spending an exuberant amount of cash on reupholstering, think again, because doing it yourself isn’t as intimidating as it looks! And, it’s quite cost efficient!
This very idea had been brewing in the back of my mind after finding the almost perfect ottoman for my apartment at low price of $15. The shape, the size, the fringe, the wheels were all there and perfect. The reason it was $15? The fabric looked like it had survived a tornado! Determined to make my dream ottoman come to fruition, I made both the purchase, and the commitment to keep costs low by figuring out how to reupholster!
To see the simple steps I to to turn this ottoman from dilapidated to diamonds (literally!), keep reading!
At 3:00 p.m. EST, begin clicking through the products on our site forthe one marked with a special St. Patrick’s Day icon on the item’s product page. Make sure each product page loads completely before going on to the next one. (NOTE: Do not view the items through “Quick Look.” It won’t show up there!)
Once you find the special icon, tweet @modcloth the name of the product, followed by the #McLucky contest hashtag! (e.g.“@modcloth [NAME OF PRODUCT] #McLucky”). Tweeting more than once does not increase your chances of winning. Please play fair and only tweet from one account!
The contest ends at 5:00 p.m. EST.
Fifty random people who tweet the correct location of the special icon will receive a surprise gift from ModCloth’s end of therainbow!
Check back to the ModLife Blog Monday, March 22 to find out if you’re a lucky one!
Would you like to visit a place so beautiful that it’s nicknamed “God’s Country”? We’ll assume that’s a yes. Kerala, an Indian state bearing the aforementioned moniker, is a nature-lover’s paradise. Rolling with verdant hills, streaming with bathtub-water-warm backwaters, and swelling with nature reserves, it’s impossible to dislike this stunning state. So, brush up on your Malayalam, and book it to the beautiful places below!
What: Floral skirt made from an antique table cloth
Where: The Seattle Garden Show
How Much: $15
When I use It: When out collecting moss for a mini terrarium, and celebrating V-day with my love.
Shopping Tips: Aim for thrift shops away from metropolitan cities. They are usually cheaper and have been picked through considerably less.
Attention Blog Readers! We know you are the most clever and most stylish bunch on the web, and we’d love to feature you on future Favorite Find Posts! Please email us (favfinds@modcloth.com) a picture of you with one of your favorite shopping finds (a piece of furniture, a hard-to-find record, the perfect vintage boots, or any other treasure) and answer the questions: Who, What, Where, How Much, When I Use It, and Shopping Tips. We can’t wait to see all the cool items you’ve discovered!
Eyes saucer-wide, ears tingling with incredulous joy, I watched the finale ofRodrigo y Gabriela’s recent Pittsburgh performance. Their fingers were racing across the frets of their guitars, moving so fast that I was sure their instruments would rip into flame from the sheer friction of their flying fingers. The show ended, guitars in one piece, but that didn’t mean Rodrigo y Gabriela’s show was anything short of incendiary.
If you’ve got no idea who Rodrigo y Gabriela are, it’s time to change that. You can start by watching their video of “Diablo Rojo” above. Go ahead, start streaming now. Take a minute. Listen. See what I mean? Incredible, right? How one song can meld together such a seductive combination of chords, rhythm, technique, and passion is purely baffling. And, “Diablo Rojo” isn’t the only song by this Mexican duo that will make you comatose with awe — they all will.
What do you think of Rodrigo y Gabriela’s music? Had you heard of them before?
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There may be a patch of snow here or there, but Spring is definitely upon us here in ModCloth’s hometown!
