Today's Fashion - Wedge Shoes

The first wedge shoe was created by an Italian designer name Salvatore Ferragamo in 1936.  As history recall, there was a shortage of leather and rubber, so he resorted to materials like cork and wood.

With the evolution of fashion, wedge shoes have seen a variety of materials, styles and a variation in height, even right here in Trinidad.

I have always enjoyed wearing wedge shoes in the past, but it is my view that they no longer make an outfit stand out as much as pumps do.

As such, I presently only have two wedge shoes that I may wear occasionally:

Do you think wedge shoes are still trendy?



Today's Fashion - Leggings

Leggings originally were worn during the fourteenth century by men in Scotland mainly when they were preparing to go hunting.  It was in the 1980s as fashion became more advanced, they were being used as fashion attire by women and children.

I consider leggings as a staple item of clothing as it allows me to transform a dressy top into a completely dressy outfit, paired with accessories and pumps.

The trend with leggings I am seeing more of in Trinidad which I love is leggings that resemble jeans. What is also great about this simply fashionable trend is that the fabric for this style is really soft and super comfortable.  They come in solid colours or they have the 'denim' effect look to them.

Check out the pictures below of both solid and denim printed leggings I added to my wardrobe:

Tell me, do you prefer leggings with the standard solid colour or those with the rugged denim effect look?

Today's Fashion - Cheveron

The "chevron" print which became popular in the 1970s is a display of inverted "v" shapes as the style for the print.  This pattern is also replicated on ancient art such as pottery and stone carvings.

I first became aware of the chevron print during my recent travel abroad and I must say that this print  exuberates fun.  I am still trying to discover a store(s) where I actually see an outfit with chevron in Trinidad, so until then, I will hold my one chevron print maxi dress close.

Most importantly, do not forget to accessorise:

Where can I find a chevron print outfit in Trinidad?

Today's Fashion - Leopard Print

Animal print, commonly known in Trinidad as "leopard print" is a fashion style wherein the fabric used often resembles the skin of animals such as leopards, tigers and zebras, to name a few.  This type of print originated in the early eighteenth century and evoked a sense of luxury and wealth to the user.  Not only are garments made with this print, but shoes, accessories and handbags as well.

 

 

I have always loved leopard prints as I enjoy their earth tones.  Garments made with the type of print is seasonal in Trinidad and therefore this fashion will appear once or twice yearly.

 

 

The pictures below are some of my favourite, simple leopard print pieces, shoes and accessories in my closet, just waiting to be enjoyed when leopard print season comes by: -

 

Would you use leopard print out of season?

Today's Fashion - Denim on Denim

The fabric Denim is a huge staple in the fashion world.  It originated in the 1800s when American gold miners wanted clothes that were strong and durable and this fabric was used to make jeans for them.  Jeans grew popular throughout the 1950s to 1970s, but it was in the 1980s it really became high fashion clothing for designers with a wide variation of types and styles.  With the evolution of fashion, this versatile and tough fabric was eventually used for other items of clothing such as dresses, skirts and jackets.

Demin jeans are definitely a “must have” item in every Trini’s wardrobe.  It is worn almost every where and they are definitely easy to maintain.  But how do you feel about denim on denim?

In my view, a denim top on denim jeans can be a bit of a risk as I would want the denim shades to be as close together as possible.

I purchased the denim top (pictured below) as I fell in love with it the moment my eyes laid on it.  It is simple and light and perfect for the hot temperature in Trinidad.  The nude belt and  skinny denim jeans completed this simply fashionably look.

Do you think my denim on denim outfit was a hit or miss?

Today's Fashion - Rompers

Romper is the name given to a one piece outfit.  It originated in the United States of America in the 1900s originally as loose fitting outfits for babies.  However, by the 1950s it evolved into an item of clothing for beachwear for women and children.   With today’s modern day fashion, rompers are made with all different types of fabrics, styles, lengths and can be used casually or semi-dressy.

It took me a long time in liking rompers, but I must say, they are different to the everyday top and jeans attire.  While I have not noticed the short rompers being used by Trinis often, the long rompers can be found seasonally at stores in the malls: -
 

The romper pictured above, shows how a romper can be used elegantly to a brunch with friends.  The gold accessories were not too much and the flats completed the look.
 

To re-use this outfit for another occasion a change in the colour accessories can put a different spin on the outfit.  Check out this earing and chunky handband below: 

Tell me, what other colour accessories you would use with this outfit with – the pewter above or another colour?

Today's Fashion - Floral Print

Floral print on fabrics originated from the East and Asia.  Slowly but surely, this type of fabric was introduced to Europe by traders, but sold at high prices.  In this regard, to wear this type of fabric, a person would be considered as a status symbol.  Eventually, the European manufacturers soon discovered how to replicate floral on fabric and as such the evolution of this textile took off.

Floral print is so perfect to use in Trinidad and by extension the Caribbean as it blends in perfectly with the sea, blue skies, calming breeze and tropical sunshine.

While I love the floral print, it should not be overdone. My view of moderation is just in using a floral top and not floral on dresses or other types of garments.

The pictures below represent five fabulous floral print tops currently in my wardrobe.  I love my accessories and together with right jeans or leggings, they are perfect to be used casually:-

Tell me, would you buy a floral print top?