October 23, 2011

Trend Alert: Capes

Capes are not just for superheros you know. This season, capes are worn by some of the most fashion forward women in the industry. You can find capes on the likes of Kourtney Kardashian, Katherine Jenkins, and Sienna Miller. A cape is a super versatile accessory, making it a true investment piece. Just throw it on over a turtleneck, your favorite pair of skinny jeans, and ballet flats for a more casual look or fight the chill and wear a glamorous cape over a cocktail dress, sheer tights, and platform heels for a night out. The main colors to look for right now are bright red, deep burgundy, brown, camel, and of course black. I really love prints too, like leopard, plaid, and herringbone. Just a tip, it's a good idea to find a cape that has some sort of belt. This way it will give your body shape, considering capes have a tendency to give women an unflattering figure. Along with chunky knit sweaters, this has to be one of my favorite wardrobe staples for fall.
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Kourtney Kardashian, Katherine Jenkins, Sienna Miller
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Rag & Bone, BCBG, Lanvin
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ChloƩ, Zero + Maria Cornejo, Yves Saint Laurent

4 comments:

  1. i bought this cape from modcloth. i love it! i plan to wear it with a tshirt, skinnys, and boots and with a mini dress & tights. i love versatility!
    http://www.modcloth.com/Modcloth/Womens/Outerwear/Jackets/-Making-Tracks-Cape

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  2. That cape is seriously adorable!! Can't wait to see how you'll wear it. I am still on the hunt for mine! I am loving Rachel Zoe's Ali Wrap Cape, but $695 is a bit out of my budget! :) I'll find one soon and I'll be sure to post it!

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  3. Sienna looks so hot in that red!! I love all of these so much. But seriously liz, I can't wait to work on clutch with you again! I'm so excited:)

    -jana

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  4. I know, I love her cape too! You have no idea how excited I am to be working with you again!!! You're amazing!

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