Haus of Azile: STREET STYLE

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3.6.15

denim domination

I like denim, you like denim, we all like denim! Not only is it a staple in the average woman's wardrobe, but the right wash just seems to go with everything we own and ensures we're always looking effortlessly cool. There's no denying its an essential and with the 70's revival trend now in full force its pretty obvious that denim is going to contribute to one of the biggest trends of the season, but not in the way we all would of thought!

Say goodbye to your skinnies. That's the first step of this transition. Yes I know, we all thought our skinny leg jeans would get us through the winter for decades but unfortunately (in the fashion realm) that ship has sailed. Its time for us to break out of our skinny jean habit and experiment with more exhilarating shapes and cuts by saying hello to the return of the mom jean and the boot-scootin flare. The mom jean provides a more relaxed fit and casual aspect to the denim domination trend whilst the flared jean will satisfy the needs of those of you looking for something more daring and definitive of the over-powering 70's trend.

If pants aren't your thing, try out a denim skirt. Mini, midi or maxi, its completely up to you but its definitely a trend you need to sink your teeth (or legs) into this winter. A-line cut is key, flattering a large number of body shapes and emphasising the desired hourglass aesthetic its the perfect piece to get you through the seasons and compliment your shape all year round.

Finally, for all you modern-day muses of the 70's trend, its time to invest in a denim one-piece. A denim pinafore or pair of overalls is the way to go and if you're looking to grab this trend by the horns one of these pieces (if not both) are a necessity! Both options scream modernity and vintage cool. Obnoxious denim overalls will catapult you to a new fashion status with the latest take on the jumpsuit oozing street cred and modern style. While the button-down pinafore satisfies the needs of those fashion-forward, trend breaking souls. Its bold and its daring, but if you're comfortable with your body and love being on show then you have nothing to hide! Rock this 70's vibe and reach for those ultimate fashion goals.

Jeans, one-pieces and skirts you name it, the 70's trend captures it all. Believe it or not double denim is even now socially acceptable in the everyday world. So to get you inspired and excited to go out and purchase your new must-have denim items I've compiled a collection of my favourite denim street-style hits.

Enjoy and say hello again to 70's denim.

3.3.15

from the street: autumn trends

Summer is over, the steamy sunshine has set for another year and the Autumn cool is soon to be upon us. This means it's time to push your summer essentials to the back of the closet and bring forward the best transitional pieces you own to continue looking fresh and feeling super stylish throughout the cooler months ahead. Personally, luscious layers, super snug knits and drinking hot chocolate by a flaring woodfire are my favourite things about this time of year but I also love discovering and experimenting with the upcoming trends and styles that we see emerge as the seasons change.

This season's trends are currently being set on fashion week runways around the world however the runway is not where I typically look to find my inspiration, its the street. Street style is a huge inspiration for me and I love stalking street style bloggers and photographers to uncover the latest trends and discover how everyday fashion advocates style their favourite staple and statement pieces in a fashion-forward, unique yet wearable way.

In praise to the brave and bold global trend-setters from the streets of New York, London and Milan fashion weeks of 2015, here is my first showcase on this year's Autumn trends.

THAT 70'S SHOW.

Every season we see aspects from a past era take charge on the runway and become a major trend for the coming months. This Autumn its the free-spirited, peace praising decade of the 70's that has taken the cake and bought the hippie-like, care-free culture back to our streets.

Immediately the first thing that comes to mind when I here "70's" is peace signs, tie-dyed clothes and psychedelic print, but thankfully these aren't the elements we will be incorporating into our everyday lives. This season, the stylers on the streets are giving a subtle nod to the 70's through minimal statement pieces and by incorporating shapes, fabrics and textures from the era into their attire. These vintage components, mixed with today's current trends create a modern-bohemian vibe and bring a unique and alternate style to the contemporary fashion world.

Bottle blue jeans, bright and bold colour contrasts, classic overalls and flared pants are all back from the past with denim, fringe and wide-leg cuts being the stand out key components to achieve this season's vintage inspired look.

If you love you're denim go hard (or go home) with breaking the denim on denim fashion rule because this season the rebellious trend is back and has become a huge game player in the 70's street style fashion. We are seeing it being incorporated and re-created in a number of both new and old ways; wide-leg jeans, classic overalls and midi or full lengths denim skirts are your ticket to denim perfection and provide you with a vintage take on the current bohemian trend. Mixing your denim overalls with last season's oversized denim jacket and a vintage suede or fur coat is a perfect combination to achieve this trend and allows you to combine key season pieces with your wardrobe staples and old school pieces.

On the flip, if you're not a denim lover and more of a gypsy living, free-spririted boho babe this trend will also satisfy your fashion needs. I personally have a super soft spot for this style, so trust me I can relate.

Suede and knitted capes along with unique aztec patterns and bold colour clashes are your best friend this Autumn with fringe detailing taking full charge. Its another more subtle aspect from the 70's taking over the streets and is a rising trend amongst a number of different styles. I love it not only because it is versatile, super comfy and an easy detail to style but its one that EVERYONE from every fashion genre loves and an element that can be adapted to a number of different styles.

My favourite way to incorporate fringe is through statement pieces such as a jacket, skirt or handbag, but don't be afraid to play around with smaller pieces and incorporate subtle hints on your shoes or accessories. Fringe is the perfect detail to add that slight 70's vibe to your Autumn ensemble whilst still keeping true to your bohemian spirit.

By adding suede and knitted fabrics to this trend not only do you keep yourself super warm in the colder weather but you add another textural layer to your outfit and create more depth and interest to your attire.These elements paired with bold contrasting colours and braided, gem like accessories present a modern bohemian and grungy take on the typical 70's wardrobe and show off a unique style to the fashion world.

So if you're an obsessive-compulsive fashion hoarder or a rebellious rule breaker, this season is for you. It's a time to play with textures, patterns and vintage silhouettes and really experiment and push the boundaries of the contemporary, modern day fashion.

All images - www.style.com ; www.elle.com

11.1.15

summer trends

90's Grunge is by far, not only my favourite trend of the summer but it is my favourite trend/style of all time.

I'm a 90's baby who grew up listening to spice-girls, dressing in overalls and watching friends religiously so naturally I'm drawn to anything plaid, leather or adorned with studs and I was absolutely over-the-moon when I saw those tattoo chokers coming back into fashion late last year.

One of the reasons I love the 90's grunge trend so much is because you can collect pieces that will become wardrobe essentials and get you through the entire year while still exuding individuality and a rock-star edge.
A plaid shirt is a great piece to keep you warm with a pair of black skinnies during the cooler months and the perfect accessory to tie around your waist in the summer to give you that instant cool-kid look.

It is the perfect trend to rock at night-time events, summer festivals and on a day-to-day basis to keep you looking stylish whilst running the errands - simply add on your favourite ripped acid-wash jeans, a plain white tee and a leather jacket and you're good to go.

My go-to inspiration and style icon for the 90's grunge trend is European blogger Luanna from le-happy- who, in my opinion, is the queen of grunge! She manages to pull off so many different looks but still visually creates the definition of grunge on a daily basis and I love how she can so effortlessly combine all the elements of this trend without making it look cluttered or over-bearing.

thetrendspotter.net

However if you are looking for a more high-profile celebrity to seek inspiration from (that you have easier access to stalk) Kylie Jenner is a perfect example and another icon who captures the 90's grunge trend impeccably.

www.mirror.co.uk ; www.fan2.f ; dedewearsfashion.blogspot.com.au

I also enjoy checking out street-style pages and blogs and looking at photo's from high-fashion music festivals and events to source ongoing inspiration and discover new grunge icons.

Just like rock 'n' roll 90's grunge will never die and I will continue to obsess over fringe, leather and fishnet tights.

www.refinery29.com

www.wgsn.com ; thefashiontag.com ; stylestories.ebay.com

7.1.15

coachella

Coachella.

The festival for dreamers, music lovers and fashionistas alike.

Held at the Empire Polo Club in the Inland Empire's Coachella Valley in the Colorado Desert, the annual event runs over two consecutive weekends each running for three days and showcases artists from a range of musical genres including electronic, house, indie, hip hop and good old rock 'n' roll.

Not only is it one of the most highly anticipated music events on the festival calender but it is a cultural affair where fashion savvy festival-goers and celebrities can come together to express their personality through their impeccable style and trendy fashion attires.

Each year Coachella releases a breath-takingly awesome line-up and this year they certainly did not disappoint.

At Coachella 2015 we will see a number of international artists including Alesso, Porter Robinson, DJ Snake, Cashmere Cat, New World Punx and Odesza come together in the one place. They will also be sharing the stage with a number of our own home-grown talent including Chet Faker, Angus and Julia Stone, What So Not, Alison Wonderland and Australian rock legends AC/DC who will be headlining the beginning of each weekend.

(see full lineup at www.coachella.com).

To celebrate the awesome lineup and to get warmed up for the ground-breaking fashion we are going to see in just a few short months I've put together a collection of my favourite outfits from Coachella 2014.

I hope these outfits ignite your festival fire and get you excited to see out the rest of the festival season in style.