Sunday, September 25, 2011

Inspiration: Classic with a Twist

It seems like there's no end to this rain...so I skipped out on an outfit picture and realized it's been a while since I did an inspiration post!  We all gather inspiration in so many ways.  One of the most obvious, perhaps, is from designers themselves and what they show us on the runway.  I have been finding myself inspired by classic styles and designers recently...but, of course, classic with a twist!  (all photos via style.com)

My favorite classic designer inspiration has been coming from J. Crew these days:
(See even more inspiration from the Fall collection in this post
perfect trousers
classic skirt and blouse
"grandma chic"
sweater + maxi
(saw this trend in each of these 3 designer's collections)
gorgeous trench

My top 3 from the Spring 2012 collection:
fancy meets casual
print mixing continues
playing with proportions and colors

Another classic designer worthy of taking inspiration from, is Michael Kors:
70s style
menswear goes monochrome
70s diva queen

My top 3 from the Spring 2012 collection:
sweater + skirt
printed trench-dress
safari chic

And then there is Ralph Lauren, whose classic designs have been inspiring us for decades:
classic black & white with a midi twist
boho heaven
casually classic with a boho twist

My top 3 from the Spring 2012 collection:
40s style
shorts-suit
40s style midi skirt

Part of the reason I wanted to do this inspiration post is because I am literally taking inspiration from each of these classic designers!  You've already seen me re-create this Michael Kors look here:
See what I'm wearing in the original post

Now, stay tuned to see my re-creations of these looks!:
J.Crew
Ralph Lauren



Are you digging the "classic with a twist" style like me?
Who is your favorite designer?  Which runway look is inspiring you the most right now?

4 comments:

Baby Budget Blog said...

LOVE the 'Grandma Chic' outfit! I may have to copy it! JCrew is all the rage right now! Really loving their brights and just their over all feel!

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Style Journey said...

Love the grandma chic look from JCrew! Their new fall catalog has quite a bit of inspiration. Love the monochromatic looks and their matchstick pants. Just wish I could force myself to stomach the prices! Heather

Wida said...

Ralph Lauren was the best for sure!!


Wida
Missing Amsie Blog

Unknown said...

I love these looks, especially the maxi skirt with the jumper. I barely follow runway looks to be honest, but these are great.

Sarah
xo

www.almostdelightful.com

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