The Notebook of Style

Quite Literally, My Favorite Fashion Editorial of All Time

2012-02-21T17:41:00.000-08:00

I've been wanting to die my hair for a while now
but it hasn't worked out yet...but I definitely wouldn't be able to pull of pink roots!

Anyone else inspired by this look? Looks like I have some ring shopping to do! ;)

What's your take on this editorial?

Trend Spotting: Patterns Gone Crazy

2012-02-10T10:20:00.000-08:00

This spring, an overload of patterns takes the spotlight. The brighter the better, the more the better! No more will you be frowned upon next time you combine polka-dots with florals, and add some stripes in for good measure.

Just make sure you look like you came straight out of Vogue, not straight out of the circus.

300!

2012-01-29T09:22:00.000-08:00

A big thank you goes out to all of my amazing readers! I have tried to be more active on this blog and will post even more in the future. Thank you so much for getting Style Notebook to 300 followers!

xoxo,

Coco

January Inspiration

2012-01-28T12:42:00.000-08:00

This month's way of making a statement? Odd hair.

What do you think of the new crazy hair hype?

Versace, anyone?

2012-01-23T18:28:00.000-08:00

The new Versace blew my mind.

Which ones your favorite?

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Out of This World

2012-01-18T20:31:00.000-08:00

Which one's your favorite?

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A Touch of Elegance

2012-01-16T10:22:00.000-08:00

Arizona Muse for Louis Vuitton

Trend Spotting: The Oxford's New Replacement?

2012-01-15T09:36:00.000-08:00

Last year, oxfords were all the rage. They were a bold, chic but risky option that some dared to try, while others shied away from it. But as the year went on, more and more fashionistas found a spot for the oxford in their shoe closet, until the oxford became yet another option for a comfy, flat shoe.

The gap had to be filled! What would be the new bold shoe, the one that not even all the trendy shops out their have adapted yet, even though it'd speeding its way up fashion blogs, chic chain stores and even some boutiques?

It's the loafer.

I looked around and found a few cute ones, and am having the hardest time choosing which to get! Comment with the one you like the most:

Topshop


Jeffrey Campbel


Asos

The loafer can be worn anywhere, with anything. Dress it down with high-waisted shorts and a crop top, or even pair it with a dress for your next lunch-date. Last years granny shoes and this years next big flat, you gotta try one!

Obsession: Karlie Kloss for Free People

2012-01-10T15:14:00.000-08:00

Quite literally my favorite fashion editorial all month. What's your take on it? Comment below!

Color Blocking Ladies

2011-12-30T10:02:00.000-08:00

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Trend Spotting: The Bodycon Skirt

2011-12-22T07:00:00.000-08:00

Remember back to the time when the high-waisted flouncy skirt was in? This past year the fashion world mixed and matched skirt styles desperately trying to find the next 'it' skirt. The maxi skirt phase, the ruffle skirt...the list goes on.

But the skirt that actually stuck really surprised everyone. Mostly seen at clubs and late-night parties, this skirt is now seen everywhere from the mall to school. Here are three ways to wear this new trend:

December Inspiration

2011-12-17T13:50:00.000-08:00

This month was all about the fun, the clever, and the quirky.

Picture of the Day

2011-12-14T22:22:00.000-08:00

So, anyone else obsessed?

#BlackAndWhite

2011-12-02T23:03:00.001-08:00

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Celebrity Style Saturday

2011-11-19T08:35:00.001-08:00

After a long break, Celebrity Style Saturday is back, bring you the hottest styles and celebrity trends, new and up each Saturday.

This Week's Most Notable Outfits


Jennifer Lopez looked stunning and fierce in a chic dress	.

Leather skirts have always been 'in', but Kristin Cavallari takes them to a whole new level by pairing them with simple black heels and a white shirt, making this versatile skirt look even bolder

A dress like this is hard to pull off, but it model Chanel Iman makes it look stunning.

Ashley Benson has always walked the streets with mediocre outfits, but this one is so cute that I'd wear it myself.

Did you dress in the dark, hunny?

Heidi Klum decided to look like a clown. Nice pants.

Uma Thurman wore this dress...or did this dress wear Uma Thurman? It looks like it's eating her alive.


Gwen Stefani, you used to be a style icon. What happened?

What's your take on this week's Celebrity Style Saturday? Comment below!

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November Inspiration

2011-11-13T15:42:00.001-08:00

#Neon is the new Black and White

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Trend Spotting: Velvet's Back

2011-11-05T16:09:00.000-07:00

Although elegant and luxurious, velvets been out for over a decade. But it's coming back...on dresses, bracelets, and even shoes.

Here are my favorites from Topshop:

I've seen it springing up in multiple stores and will keep my eye on it when I go shopping next time.

What do you think of this new trend? Here to last or a short new fad? Comment below!

#BabyIWishSummerWasHere

2011-10-31T17:43:00.000-07:00

Elle Brazil November 2011 found on fashiongonerogue.com

Yellow & Red

2011-10-29T11:18:00.000-07:00

Obsessed.

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October Inspiration

2011-10-23T19:44:00.000-07:00

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Trend Spotting: All White

2011-10-09T08:41:00.000-07:00

The all-white outfit has been chic for a while now, but this season this trend went MASSIVE! Half the runways had at least one all-white outfit, and quite a lot of collections had it as the prominent theme.

Cushnie et Ochs

Nicholas K

Doo.Ri

Gregory Parkinson

Sachin + Babi

Tess Giberson

Kimberly Ovitz

Chanel

What do you think of this new big trend? Comment below!

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September Inspiration

2011-09-30T08:00:00.000-07:00

And as a beautiful goodbye to summer days...

NK Style Crimes Campaign, Criativa Magazine, Vogue Japan, Vogue Brazil, Karen Miller, i-D, Americana, Wallpaper, Elle US, Muse.

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SPRINGFASHIONWEEK! [FW Spring 2012, Part 1]

2011-09-12T17:15:00.000-07:00

This outfit by Christian Cota is quite possibly my favorite from all of fashion week. It has that whole 'all-white' trend going, and yet it adds bright blue accents throughout the outfit. The bracelets, the shoes...gorgeous, all of it. The headband, though? Not feeling it.

The jumpsuit on Costello Tagliapietra's runway-bold, but so beautiful. Something so mod and yet exotic about it. Amazing!

The pieces (especially this one) from the runways of Cynthia Rowley, I foresee being on many red carpets and socialite events this coming spring and summer. A beautiful, timeless looking collection.

The whole edgy-rockstar look is out, but Helmut Lang's sleek white top and black hard-edge bottom/shoes/bag...love it!

Jason Wu's collection was so beautiful, and although bold and unique, I can see myself wearing a lot of the pieces that were on it's runways.

Part 2 coming soon!

Celebrity Style Saturday

2011-09-10T12:49:00.000-07:00

I see a lot of bold choices this week, some which work and some that look so ridiculous that they're amusing.

These Girls Have a Sense of Style:

Emma Roberts

She never fails with her outfits! Although I really don't like the dress, the way her hair is done and adding shiny black pumps just makes it work.


Jessica Alba

These days wearing flared jeans in any form is a huge fashion risk. But with a sleek black blazer, high heels, and a super cute top, Jessica pulls it off.

Jessie J

Sequins aren't in right now, and haven't been for a while, but she makes them work! The necklace adds a very vintage look to the dress, which I think is what makes this look work. Love it!


Sara Paxton

I think everyone can agree that we want to go shop the mall and find an outfit exactly like this, yes? Perfect.

Some Fashion Risks Just Aren't Worth It...

Blake Lively

It's surprising to put her on the Worst Dressed list. She has an amazing sense of style, but this lime dress not only looks unflattering, but washes out her hair and skin and is just plain ugly, agreed?

Chloe Sevigny

No comment...

Drew Barrymore

I can see what she was going for; that tucked in loose top, boho-vintage log skirt...but unfortunately, she didn't pull it off.

Fergie

The perfect example of trying to hard to make a 'young, hip' outfit.

Which were your favorites of this week? Comment below!

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Celebrity Style Saturday

2011-09-03T08:30:00.000-07:00

It's Back!

Take Notes on These Stylish Stars ;)

Alyson Michalka totally rocked the Grecian Goddess look. The peachy shade looked great with her slightly tan skin and bleached blond curls. A hard look to pull off, but she looks gorgeous.

Although less classy, Leighton Meester looked glamorous with a sequin detailed mini dress. The shoes definitely went with the outfit. I love it!

Malin Akerman took casual-chic to a whole new level with a super baggy knit top...but pairing it with skinny black jeans and sleek black boots made this look super cute.

Loving this outfit, Mollie King! Not a fan of those shoes, but with the beige mini skirt and tank this look is great.

Cross These Outfits Out of Your Notebook ;)

Amanda Bynes

The rest of the outfit may have looked okay, but those shoes are ridiculous! And maybe some fashion genius would have been able to pull them off, but Amanda...this outfit is a disaster!

Brooklyn Decker

What does Brooklyn Decker have? A great figure. What does she also have? Dresses that take away that previous thing.

Whitney Port

A baggy sweater can look really cute. In fact, I can think of more than ten ways to wear that sweater in a chic outfit. But with even baggier ripped jeans and flip flops? No.

I want their makeup artist!

And yet again she's on this list. Something about the orange lips + cheeks (a combination that usually looks terrible) looks very unique but in a great way. Matched with those flowers, it's a perfect farewell to summer days.

Ashley Benson

Smokey Eyes are hard to pull off, especially with pale skin and light blond hair. But this dramatic look is gorgeous on her!

Chanel Iman

IN LOVE WITH THAT HAIR! Especially with the lighter tips...gorgeous!