Men's Summer 2010 Runways Pull Inspiration From NYC Streets

For men that really like to be fashion conscience, it can be draining on the pocket book when it comes to trying to keep up with yearly trends. However it doesn't have to be that way if a man does his shopping carefully. For the super conscientious individual looking to see what's on the runway for the beginning for this summer's fashions, look to no further than pulling inspiration from from this seasons designer collections. The New York runways displayed a strong spring-summer 2010 collection for men this season. The French label, Louis Vuitton looked to New York City's daredevil bike messengers for inspiration for its sportswear-meets-luxury display, which married citrus tones, muted mossy greens and grayish purples. Sending out models in generously cut single-button jackets, cuffed shorts, and across-the-chest messenger bags in leather, designer Paul Helvers looked to push the boundaries of men's sportswear & defining what is elegant & chic. The impeccably cut suits had sportswear touches like zippered hoodies and ventilation flaps. Often the suits, in eye-popping oranges and yellows or muted moss and mauve tones, were topped with flowing microfiber windbreakers or light trenches. Accessories wore plastic sunglasses with yellow-glazed lenses and jewelry meant to resemble bicycle chains.
The German suitmaker, Hugo Boss also sent out a collection fit for the beaches of the chic French beach resort. Sticking to a navy white-and-red palette, and lots of horizontal sailors' shirt stripes, the well known designer paired tunic-length shirts in sheer cotton, with short shorts and cropped jackets cut even shorter in the back.
Eye catching label, Issey Miyake, featured color, and lots of it! Taking center-stage at the Paris-based Japanese label, designer Dai Fujiwara sent out Turkish-inspired harem pants and short suits in turquoise, Ceylon and Persian blues embellished with geometric mosaic designs and eye-popping tulip print. The blue, red and purple squares, triangles and hexagons woven into a cotton fabric turned a generously cut summer jacket into a delicate mosaic. For top designer finds & fashions, visit http://www.busaccafashiongallery.com/.

Transitional Heatwave for Spring/Summer, 2010 Runway Trends

Keeping up with the latest trends for this Spring/ Summer 2010 season, designers emphasize big colors & even bolder accessories. Black and white fashion's were big on the runways this season. Let's face it, you can't go wrong with the traditional black and white outfit. The designer's know this little fact, and continue to cash in on it since it's such a simple palate.
As the temperatures rise, fabrics become more fluid & layers are removed when dresses, skirts, and bathing suits are on the horizon. This season dresses, and skirts will remain must haves, and fashion designer's have expressed a revitalized look through vivid prints, stripes, and geometric prints. The main theme this spring is somewhat tailored, and classic, but with a touch of bold, and edgy.
As Summer is quickly approaches, runway trends have focused on utilizing heavenly fabrics which are light, soft and feminine. Although designers focus on whimsical fabrics, don't let that fool you, as the main color this summer is RED hot! Many fashions this season will be sewed up with the up most intricately, touting pleats, folds, and draping. Many would compare designs this upcoming season as direct references & inspiration drawn from ancient Greece and Rome. The one shoulder look is also big for this summer, which Stella McCarney displayed a fantastic ruffled look for Summer, 2010. To post your latest apparel pieces, or to view some of the latest items available for sale, look no further than www.busaccafashiongallery.com. For more information on how to sell & post items, please contact Jennifer Busacca, JBusaccaFG@gmail.com.

UK Fashion Hits The Streets, Summer, 2010

Designers & fashionistas alike often look to international influences & trends for a spark of inspiration. One of my favorite places to visit, and hopefully live one day, is London. Some of the eye catching trends spotted on the streets of well known shopping districts such as Oxford street, has been reflected on the runways of featured designers such as Stella McCartney & Celine. As we've seen previous influences of 80's fashions spin into modern day wear, the 90's are starting to unveil their influences in the modern-day bodysuit. Well known designer, Donna Karan put the 'bodysuit' in the spotlight almost 25 years ago, has now been brought back to life as Rochas provides a modern-day twist for the Summer season. Brighten up your wardrobe by combining look-at-me accessories with powder grey & beige's. Some have even braved the head-to-toe look of psychedelic tie-dye prints with pink sandals, or extreme shades, which would brighten up anyone's day. For some, not every day is summer, especially for San Francisco locals like myself who see most sunny days through a thick fog. Although winter was all about carbon black leathers and clever layering, but the sunshine season calls for a softer approach and a fresh color palette. Make your hard core studs and I-care-not grungy look translate to warmer climes with chalky grey jersey fabrics, studded minis and light-weight biker jackets. For the latest fashion trends and postings visit www.busaccafashiongallery.com!

Summertime Jams & Fashions...

Sunshine, free-flowing beer, summertime jams...yes, music festival season is finally upon us! This weekend Coachella will kick off the summer music festival season in Indio, California. With a lineup as hot as the subsequent desert temps (i.e. Gorillaz, LCD Soundsystem, and Jay-Z , among many others), cool wardrobe choices could prove to be a bit daunting. But unlike most carefree al-fresco events, these epic outdoor gatherings take some serious planning. One miscalculated clothing item, or additional necessary items could end up spending your time in the medic's unit with cases of dehydration and sunburn. Busacca Fashion Gallery has found just the right combo of elements to help you stay cool and looking cooler. Some simple tips to make the most of the great (musical!) outdoors.
Put together a fool-proof look that's got plenty of punch. Combine a printed dress with a thin belt, keeping you cooler with an off-the-body dress that keeps you looking pretty. Minimalism is key, so Store your crap in a utilitarian vest. You'll realize quickly that a purse can be too much to handle, so opt for a lightweight vest with plenty of secured pockets to keep your hands free for more important things! Don't forget your cranium! Hats do double duty by shielding your eyes and preventing your scalp from too much sun. Lightweight straw hats with air vents keep your head happy. Bring an ultra chic fedora to keep your pretty little face out of the sun, while still keeping your ensable stylish. For the latest fashion postings, visit www.busaccafashiongallery.com!

Simply Stripes

This Spring/Summer, the forecast for one of the hottest trends making another appearance is the sailor stripe. 2010 has re-vamped the sailor stripe with a playful twist. Of course the common stripy t-shirts are back and more popular than ever, and if you find yourself not wanting to be too daring, then these are many high street stores have added much more detail, and put stripes on everything from blazers to dresses, and even play suits. One of the many wardrobe challenges for executive women is how to look fresh and current without becoming a fashion victim. (Dynasty-style shoulder pads, anyone?) Fortunately, one of the all-time classic looks, nautical stripes,has become one of the biggest trends this spring. It’s a great time to incorporate the look into your office attire, if you haven’t already. Stripes always seem to show up in spring styles. However, this year the focus is on the French sailor stripe first popularized by Coco Chanel, also known as a mariniere or Breton stripe. Figure hugging dresses are huge at the moment. Topshop has combined that with stripes to create some gorgeous nautical style dresses that are perfect for wearing in the daytime, or alternatively in the evening teamed with some heels. The Stripe Shirred Frill Tunic is the perfect casual stripy look. It is very simple and has just a touch of rouching detail. Although the nautical trend has been done a million times before, it's best to wear alternative stripes so you can switch it up by wearing different colored stripes, because who said they had to be blue and white? To view the latest postings & upcoming trends, visit www.busaccafashiongallery.com.

Shoes Go Dutch- BusaccaFashionGallery.com

Monsieur Lagerfeld, has taken us by surprise yet again, when he decided that clogs will be “in” for the warmer months of 2010; fashionistas will have to have to make peace with this second coming. Born to be worn to complement this season’s shorter-than-short shorts and simple shirt dresses, like it or not, 2010 is the year of the clog.. This ’70s-inspired favorite from the runways of Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Vera Wang is set to become summer’s coolest (and comfortable) shoe trend. Shoes this spring give an option for comfort as well as being bang on trend. In amongst the usual clutch of vertiginous heels comes lower footwear such as clogs, brogues and kitten heels. So it’s say goodbye to bunions and blisters in the name of fashion! Footwear breaks the rules this summer, wear sandals with socks and ankle boots against bare skin. Choose footwear in this season’s gorgeous nude tones for extra leg-lengthening. I have such fond memories of my comfy clogs that I'm pretty excited to think that I'll be able to get my hands on a similar pair this spring. And while I love teetering around in my pinchy high-heels, a chunky, sturdy heel could definitely do a body good.

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Modern Men, Fusing Classic Styles With Today's Fashions, 2010

The new year, 2010, brings a feeling of liberation of human expression and style that has been culminated over the past decade. Men have been released from the shackles of the traditional blue-or-black color palette and seek to rival the opposite sex in their appeal to sartorial taste and personal expression through the medium of clothing. Modern (or perhaps, post-modern) fashion tastes show personality and expression beyond the typical norm – though a brief return to classic, conservative sensibility is evident during the current recession. Look for bright, bold colors in both abstract and complimentary prints to appear commonly as more and more men turn to increasingly vibrant color palettes. Fresh greens, bright blues, and majestic pinks and purples look to make a great impact over the next decade – being complimented with stark black, tropical orange, and sunset reds.
Fit is the name of the game. No longer is there any reason to have ill-fitting dress shirts, suits, or even casual pants – custom and handmade tailoring can substitute for any traditional purchase with little additional expense. No longer constrained by budgets, men in 2010 and onward have full access to a variety of respectable on-line merchants that will provide perfectly customized and tailored clothing to your door for a fraction of the current market price. Look for latest postings & fashion trends with http://www.busaccafashiongallery.com/. Instantly sign-up, post, and sell your one-of-a-kind pieces & showcase them today.