Because today is Valentine's Day, I thought I would do a themed post today to celebrate. Below are some of my favorite picks that are love-themed or follow or a pink and red color scheme. Often it can be difficult to wear (and design, I'm sure) a piece of clothing or accessory that is emblazoned with hearts or has an overall love theme without it looking tacky or immature. However, in the cases where this problem is strategically avoided the effect is fun, chic, and classy. I have a lot of respect for designers who are able to achieve this, because it can be quite tricky. (This kind of relates to my post on sophisticated graphic print t-shirts, where there is a fine line between childish and quirky fun in a youthful way.)
Now without further ado, here are some wonderful Valentine-y wares.
Image from urbanoutfitters.com
I really love this DOE tee. It's cropped in a flattering way and the shape and sleeve length are quite charming. I love the shade of pink that was used because it's a soft enough shade that isn't so in-your-face but it really adds a pop to any outfit. The graphic is wonderful; of course, Keith Haring's images are some of the most iconic and most recognized out there. I've seen this shirt several times in the Urban Outfitters store but for some reason I've never tried it on. (Maybe because my friend was trying it on?)
Anyways, how cute! I'd wear this with a skirt, tights, and oxfords. It's the kind of thing that can go with a lot.
Image from polyvore.com
Max and Chloe's rose gold ring is pretty simple, but there are lots of subtle decorations that make this ring very lovely and interesting. The word "love" in cursive is artfully woven into the band of the ring, so everything is one constant, uninterrupted piece. The gem in the "o" is charming and adds sparkle and intrigue to a plain solid colored piece of jewelry. The word is pretty in-your-face and usually I don't really like when designs are centered around one word, but incorporating it into such a small piece makes for a subtler effect. It's the kind of thing where if you're wearing it and you move your hands around, it's a quick flash of something quite unexpected. You have to say, "Hey, wait a minute!" and look closely to catch those fine details.
This ring is also available in gold and silver.
Image from polyvore.com
This Christian Louboutin shoe really reminds me of Valentine's Day, with its bright red patent leather and the white laces adding a nice contrast to the intense cherry color. It looks quite masculine, but the red is undeniably feminine and the shine adds an unexpected touch to the flat. The shoe is almost like a classic bowling shoe but fancier and lovelier, but it retains that classic feel.
Image from polyvore.com
This Giambattista Valli silk-wool coat has to be one of the cutest coats I've ever seen in my life. The red is a very unusual shade because at first it looks bright red, but then it seems to have a slightly pinkish tone, and then you're really not sure whether or not it's pink, red, or a mixture of both. The tulip shape is sophisticated and edgy but still very feminine. I love the bow at the waistline because it adds decoration to an otherwise plain, solid colored coat and the neutral color is a nice break from the coat's extravagant pinkish-red. I love when designers use bows, because they are often used in classic but still very inventive ways and they are ingeniously amped up in sophistication compared to mainstream apparel.
Of course there are many more things I could post in the above section but I simply don't have time, so below I have briefly posted some things that also stood out for me.
All images from polyvore.com (originally from barneys.com)
From left to right, top to bottom: Lanvin dress, Nina Ricci dress, Parker dress, Miu Miu sandals, Armand Diradourian scarf, Cathy Waterman Ring.
I hope you had a wonderful Valentine's Day and I'll try my hardest to post more often than I have been!
xo
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