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Fashion Fact Friday: Eyelet Dresses

Posted by Sylver Penney on Jul 26th 2013

One of the biggest on going trends, especially around summer time is the eyelet dress.  It is so simple and yet adds so much to a dress.  But have you ever wondered where the idea of eyelet comes fro … read more

Fashion Fact Friday: Hats

Posted by Sylver Penney on Jul 5th 2013

“Whatever is worn on the head is a sign of the mind beneath it.”—Alison Lurie, The Language of Clothes. For women in the 18th century, the hat was an icon of wealth. The begere, or ‘Shepherdess Hat’, … read more

Fashion Fact Friday: Pleat Style

Posted by Sylver Penney on Jun 28th 2013

  Pleats are very recognizable in all types of fashion.  Something I am sure not many people are aware of is the fact that there are multiple types of pleats. Even though there are several types … read more

Fashion Fact Friday: Runway Edition

Posted by Sylver Penney on Jun 7th 2013

In 2011, at this designer’s runway show, the front row benches collapsed, causing everyone  to stand during the show.  Luckily for him, the show did not let down any expectations. Now, who is th … read more

Fashion Fact Friday – Trench Coat Edition

Posted by Sylver Penney on May 31st 2013

A trench coat is a water proof rain jacket usually made out of leather, heavy duty cotton gabardine drill or poplin. The jacket usually goes down to the knees or mid-calf. It was originally meant for … read more