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Here is another one of those sweet and innocent looking shirts that the Shirt Snob just can't get enough of. The Voile Shirt by Marc Jacobs is very romantic looking. One feels that men will simply swoon over you when wearing this top. Made of 100% cotton, this sleeveless shirt has ruching at the shoulders, a V-neck, bow detailing at the front around the neck, and slits in the sides. We really love this shirt, probably because of its sophisticated elegance and its simplicity. You cannot go wrong wearing this almost anywhere.
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In this week's Accessory Friday, we are looking at one of the best accessories to a shirt, the jacket! A jacket can be a great compliment to a top, not just a means to warm up or to cover up what you are wearing. Here are two of our recent favorite finds, both made by Diane von Furstenberg. The Zebra Jacket in Allspice is wonderful because it is so practical yet so beautiful. It has 5 buttons in the front, a belt that ties in front, and flap patch pockets at the bust and waist. It is form fitting enough to allow you to keep your shape (we hate bulky coats unless it's 10 degrees out), and the rusty red color, 3/4 length sleeves, and the plaid make this jacket a natural choice for the fall.
Our other much adored jacket find is the Jemma Jacket, also in Allspice, although this allspice is a very different color from the other. There is a single button in front, a sewn in belt in the back, ruching at the shoulders, piping along the seams, and a collar. The inside is also lined with 100% silk. The red color is outstanding and what makes us crave this coat, and with the softness of the velour, there isn't a more romantic jacket out there.
Even though summer won't be lasting very much longer in many parts of the country, there is another halter top that we need to post about. The LaROKHalter Top in Platinum Blonde is a new favorite of the Shirt Snob. The color is nice and the cut of the halter we like, but what makes this shirt stand out is the tie. The straps are full of brown, wooden beads which compliment the platinum blonde color of the top well. There is also a nice frayed look to the tie which adds a little spunk to the top. The tie hangs down to about the middle of the back.
Here is a funky pattern that the Shirt Snob just loves. The Raj Blouse by Trina Turk is a great way to add some spice to your work clothes this fall. We love the colors too, with the cooler temperatures coming we're ready for the reds and oranges, blacks and browns. This shirt is semi sheer silk with 1 1/2" padded banding around the collar and the front. There is also ruching at the bust, a ruffle cuff, and a surged bottom hem. If you like this blouse, also check out the Hannah Tank, also by Trina Turk. This tank top has a similar pattern as the Raj Blouse but with a camel colored background. 2" banding is at the top and bottom hems, the lower of which comes to a tie.
Although peach isn't a color that The Shirt Snob wears, we have to show you this beautiful blouse. Made by Paul & Joe, this Chiffon Pintuck Blouse is simply stunning and very romantic looking. It conjures up images of walking through a field full of flowers while wearing a long flowing skirt. Made from a lightweight semi-sheer silk, this top has 11 buttons going up the front, a tie at the waist, and pleated detailing on the front and back. This shirt is so lovely, it will not last long.
There is a 20% off sale going on a Girl Shop right now. This sale includes items that are already on sale. It only lasts until August 1st though, so get over there fast.
The Shirt Snob is a sucker for pretty floral prints. The really feminine, sweet ones that make a woman look so innocent and nice, for that's how we wish we looked. Here is a great blouse that fits in that category perfectly. The Floral Silk Top by Lauren Moffatt is 100% sheer silk. This top has a V-neck with a pleated ruffle and black piping detail on the neck and shoulders. There is also a side tie. The elegance of the floral print is what makes us love this blouse though, few shirts have a pattern that compares. Just like in the picture, we think this is a great shirt for jeans, but you can dress it up quite easily as well.
The Shirt Snob has decided to make this Ya-Ya day because we found another top (also in gold!) that we are longing for from this designer. The Ipomoea Halter in Gold, although hard to pronounce, is an amazing shirt. There is a gold print that goes throughout the shirt as well as a gold band that goes beneath the bust line. The halter ties at the back of the neck in long, thick strands that hang down the back. There is also bead detailing on the bust and neck area. There is also a back zipper and ruching at the bust.
The Shirt Snob is all about the goddess look this summer. We cannot get enough of these greatshirts that make us dream of a vacation to Greece. Here is another shirt that gets its inspiration from the 2000 year old retro look, the Pleated Cami by Ya-Ya. The empire waist and metalic gold banding are what we love about this tank top, and the pleating is not something we've seen much this summer, so you'd be sure to stand out in this camisole. This top is 100% silk, has a built in shelf bra, and has elastic at the waistband so it can fit many body types. Also comes in khaki. and melon.
The Shirt Snob has become a big fan of knitted items, especially in the last few months since we started knitting lessons. Therefore, this next shirt is right up our alley. The Knitted Tunic in Arctic by Catherine Malandrino is stunning work. Many knit tops can look clunky, boring, and very unflattering on most body types. This isn't the case with this top, for it is sheer, has thick spaghetti straps, and shows off just the right amount of skin. There is double layering at the bust area, and there is a different detailing at the bottom to give it some extra personality. Also, this shirt is made out of baby alpaca, which is one of the softest materials out there. If you like this top, you may also like the Crochet Tunic Tank in white, also by Catherine Malandrino. This top also is sheer with double layering in the bust with spaghetti straps but with a different design knit pattern.
This weekend was a little cooler in Boston, and the Shirt Snob started to get excited for Fall. All we wanted to do was put our summer clothes away and put some more oranges, maroons, and browns into our wardrobes. Here is a top if you are feeling the same way we do. Made by Diane von Furstenberg, the Arwena Top in chocolate is the perfect blouse for fall in the perfect color. There is pleating around the shoulders as well as a 1 1/2" band going along the neckline. This shirt is also a wrap, in the typical von Furstenberg fashion, tying in the back to make the blouse fit your figure. If you like this shirt but not the color, it also comes in charmeuse.
If you are going to an event where you need something that covers you up a little more than the usual tanks and camis we post about, definitely consider this shirt. The Tie Back Top by Seed is unique, intricate, and beautifully designed, yet doesn't show off quite so much skin. This shirt is made of feather-light sheer silk with extra lining in the bust so you will still stay cool in the summer heat. The gold detailing around the trim of the V-neck is stunning, making this shirt stand out amongst the others wherever you go. There is also a tie in the back so you can adjust the waist so it fits you perfectly.
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The Anti-Defamation League has asked retailer Urban Outfitters to stop selling a T-shirt that reads: "New Mexico, Cleaner than Regular Mexico."
"This is saying that the country of Mexico is a dirty place," said Barry Morrison, regional director of the civil rights group. "Dirty can be interpreted figuratively and literally."
The Shirt Snob finds this interesting because Busted Tees has had this tee for a while now on their site, and no one complained then.
The Shirt Snob knows we just posted on a Rebecca Taylor shirt yesterday, but we can't help but do so again because she has so many great shirts to choose from right now! The Dress Cardi with Tie in Blush is another favorite of ours. We just love how girly this pattern is, it makes us want to dress up like when we were five years old. The ribbon that runs through the waist area allows you to shape it as it fits your body. And you can tie it in the center as well as button it. Wear this shirt over your summer tanks and camisoles when the summer starts to cool down!
For her first JLo boutique in the US (she already has one in Russia) Jennifer Lopez chose a Marshal Fields store in Chicago. Here's a quote from the article:
Electric-pink cargo pocket knit pants, a faux crocodile leather clutch purse and a wild rose camisole with a removable garter belt are among items likely to be featured at the singer-actress' store within a store.
In the near future, they hope to open stores in New York, Miami, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and San Francisco. What, no Boston? The Shirt Snob is very disappointed.
Since we are writing about JLo, here is our favorite shirt of hers at the moment. The Laci Cami had a great design of sheer lace trim with metalic floral embroidery along the neckline, hem, and center. As it says on her site, this would look spectacular under a blazer. Besides burgundy, this camisole also comes in grass green, black, and pale pink.
The Shirt Snob had a very hard time deciding what to showcase for this week's Accessory Friday, but we think we came up with a great pick. Although it's bags once again, these Noelle purses, designed by Nina West (daughter of Adam West), are very different to the ones we posted about last week. These Vintage Inspired Clutches are the perfect addition to a great outfit. Made out of leather, the brooch in the center is made of Swarovsky crystals and is removable if you want the clutch to be less dressy. They snap to open in the back, are lined, and have an inside zipper. Each purse is 10 inches long and 5 inches high. Besides this pink one, there are also black and white versions with different brooches as well as pink, yellow, black, mint green and red all with a similar brooch. Similar, and more expensive, versions are also available in silver and gold.
The Shirt Snob has been a big fan of Rebecca Taylor for a long time now, and we have had a hard time choosing which shirts to post about. Here is one that we're sure you can't say no to. This Cami in Evergreen is beautiful! The layers make it so womanly, and we love the flower in the center as well as the leaf detail coming out of it. The color is what does it for us though, it's so unusual, subtle enough for the flower to stand out, yet surprisingly alluring none the less. Straps are adjustable. Also comes in caviar.
Lately limited edition T-shirts, most likely made in someone's cellar in Brooklyn, have suddenly become the hipster's preferred mode of expression. Whether produced by college pals with studio art degrees or sold by highly organized Web companies like threadless.com - visitors to the site offer ideas and vote on designs, which are then put into microproduction - the limited edition T-shirt has become impossible to avoid.
The Shirt Snob loves that t-shirts are finally getting their due. There are so many new and great websites out there with tees that we think are wonderful, cute, and smart. Not all of them are selling shirts for women, but those that aren't seem to be about to start.
As for Threadless, we have been a big fan of theirs for a long time. We love voting on which ones we like best, which is usually a hard decision to make. Also, if you have a design you want to put on a t-shirt, you can submit it to them. If it wins, you get $750 pluse $250 in credit to the site. Don't forget to check out their full catalog for all of their t-shirts, where they have a blog for every entry. Our favorites right now are My Pet Human and Sweet Creep. If you love their t-shirts, consider signing up for the Threadless 12 Club, where you get a t-shirt a month from them for 12 months for $200. These shirts are made specifically and only for those in this club, no one else can buy them. They produce just enough for those who are members, you can't get much more limited for that price!
The Shirt Snob is a big fan of many Bohemian influences in clothing, and this next shirt is a fine example. The Ethnic Embellished Cami, offered by Shop Intuition, is a stunning work of art. Full of lush detailing with beads and sequins, this tank top is striking. We love the designs of flowers and animals, which really make this top unique to any other. Besides white, this camisole also comes in orange, has a side zipper, and is 100% cotton. A similar item is the Ethnic Ruffle Skirt, in bark and white, which is now on sale for over $100 off.
Although it seems to have been news for a little while, the Shirt Snob has just discovered that Ryan Seacrest is starting his own clothing line for both men and women called The R Line. Here is an article from People Magazine, although you need to be an AOL user to read it. For those of you who cannot, here is a quote:
Seacrest credits the look of his R Line shirts, which he describes as a blend of "Hollywood, music, pop culture and humor," to his sister Meredith, a publicist for Entertainment Tonight; ex-girlfriend Shana Wall; and his mother, Connie, who once attended the Atlanta Fashion Institute. Prices for items range from $34 to $84.
As for whose backs the shirts have already adorned, they include those of Lindsay Lohan, Kelly Ripa, Will Smith, Ryan Cabrera and first Idol winner Kelly Clarkson.
There is also an article in USA Today from July 18th about this new clothing line as well. The line has debuted at Marshall Field's stores in the Midwest and will soon be in Bloomingdales as well as some LA boutiques and Scoop, a NY and Miami store. Seacrest is looking to branch out into a skin care line as well as into interior design, both for the home and for restaurants.
The Shirt Snob has been a big fan of Junkfood tees for a long time now. They are so cute, definitely stand out, and are so much fun. There are a lot of brands that we haven't thought about in a long time, and it's fun to reminisce and get a laugh out of a t-shirt now and then. So, we are thrilled that Fred Flare is having a t-shirt sale and some Junkfood tees are 25% off. You have to put in the discount code "fredfan.0705" at checkout until July 24th to get the discount. Our favorites include the Blow Pop tee and the Hawaiian Punch tee as well as the Gumby and Pokey tee, which isn't a Junkfood t-shirt but is still on sale. If the Junkfood tees at Fred Flare carries aren't for you, there are plenty of others out there at other onlinesites for you to choose from. Please note, these tees seem to shrink, so you may want to buy one size higher than normal.
Cafe Press has a bunch of designs that say "We're not afraid" inspired by the London bombings of last week. All 100% of the profits from this shop goes to Red Cross London Bomb Relief Fund. There are a bunch of different designs to choose from if you are interested. Also, you can consider contributing directly to the fund if you are not interested in a t-shirt. All of these shirts come in a variety of colors and styles for men and women as well as on hats, bags, mugs, etc.
Urban Outfitters has two really cute tops with eyelets that the Shirt Snob is drooling over they are so cute and feminine looking. The first, the Lux Scalloped Eyelet Blouse, is almost-sheer, light weight cotton. It has lace going around the edges, and two layers with the top one coming up the front a bit. This laces up to the top of the scoop neck with a satin ribbon. There is a hidden zipper on the side, so you don't have to lace up every time you put it on. This blouse comes in ivory only, which, when combined with all the other features, really gives it an innocent look.
The other shirt is the Lux Split Tie Front Caftan. It has pointelle panels going down the front as well as around the cuffs of the sleeves, which are 3/4 length. The front comes together with a single tie, so you can wear this shirt as a very light summer jacket or as a cover up over a your summer shirts. We think this is a great purchase to make as summer comes to an end and the air gets cooler. This top comes in two colors, natural white and vino.
Here are more great tank tops that the Shirt Snob would love to own, the Gold Sequin Babydoll sold by Shop Intuition. We love the designs of the sequins all over this top, it's so intricate and beautiful! The top is snug against the body, but the bottom flows out so it isn't too warm. You could easily pair this up with short, a nice pair of jeans, or a pretty skirt. The tank is made up of 100% silk and it's straps are adjustable. It comes in two colors, turquoise and fuschia.
The Shirt Snob loves this t-shirt website. Salt Lick NYC hand stitches their designs onto their slim fit tees, so each one is slightly different than the rest. Most of their designs have animals, states, or plants on them, and they make long-sleeved tees and hoodies as well as shirts for men, children, and pets. You can even send in a picture of your pet to have them make a likeness on a t-shirt. They also do custom orders. Our favorite is a Lily of the Valley tee, the Shirt Snob's sorority flower.
Isn't it funny how you can see a shirt and it makes you wish you were at the beach? The Shirt Snob has that feeling with this new tank top. The Tali Top by Cool Change is so pretty, the Shirt Snob just has to mention it to you. Made with Indonesian influence, the batik print is beautiful. There is smocking all around the waist area to make you look slim, and there are tie straps at the shoulders. The back is also exposed. Comes in two colors, Rajasthan Emerald/Powder and Rajasthan Pink/Pistachio.
The Shirt Snob is a big fan of this next top, yet another take on the wrap look that is so big right now. The Capsleeve Ballet is by Lily McNeal, a line known for it's sweaters and knits. This shirt is great because it's understated yet still quite unique. The wraparound is a different take on the typical V-neck, and the assymetrical bottom gives it a fun, cute look. We just wish we could see the back of the sweater; we don't know if it ties in the back or how else the wrap stays in place. The Shirt Snob is learning how to knit, so we know how hard it is to make the shirts that Lily McNeal makes. We have a great respect for this company and can't wait to see more from them in the future.
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This week for Accessory Friday we are spotlighting some great purses that we've just discovered. Made by Holly Aiken, these bags are simply amazing. To quote from her website, "All of Aiken’s bags, whether tote, messenger, clutch or diaper bags, are graphically striking, even from a great distance. Her color pallet is slightly retro and always just right." This couldn't be more true, striking is such a great word for these bags. Whether it's a clutch, baby bag, or tote, the purses stand out. Not only are these bags stunning, they are also nearly indestructable! They are all "made of industrial strength vinyl, poly webbing and nylon. Seams are reinforced for durability." The designs are mostly stripes and take offs of spots, which are simple yet so stunning. The Shirt Snob's favorites are the Turbo Jr/Small Tote and the Diaper Bags, no doubt since we're trying to have a baby. But they even come with a matching roll out changing pad. How cute is that! We think we may buy this bag now and use it as a large purse until the baby decides to come!
Ingwa; Melero Charmeuse Halter Top with Rhinestones
The Shirt Snob has found a new favorite top! The Charmeuse Halter Top with Rhinestone is the next shirt we want to buy. Made by Ingwa; Melero, this halter is silk and has a hidden zipper on the side. The detailing of the rhinestones is so spectacular and intricate, it's totally different than anything else we've seen and so unique with the circular holes. The green color is also stunning, it just pops out at you. Don't wear this halter if you don't want to be noticed! Also comes in lemon and berry.
Although the Shirt Snob loves the big designers, we must admit that there's plenty of great tops at many of the stores you'll find in your local mall. Here we've found a great one from Banana Republic, the Boho-print babydoll top. This tank top is 100% silk, has spaghetti straps, and ties around the waist. There is also a hidden zipper on the left side. The flower design throughout this shirt is pretty, but what makes it great to me is the cut at the bottom, Coming down to a point on each hip makes the top stand out amongst all the other tank tops out there. Coming in yellow rose and summer pear, this top is also available in petite sizes.
Another Greek top! You will remember our post on the two Greek inspired tops by Cynthia Vincent last month, and here is another shirt using the same country for its influence. This beauty is the Athena in Teal by Foley and Corinna. You have the chance to be creative with this top, for the metalic leather binding around the stomach can be wrapped around in whatever way pleases you. The top strap also ties in the back, and you can put it as a tank top or with a racer back. The silk material is shorter in the front and back and longer on the sides, creating an angular look to the blouse. Besides teal, this shirt also comes in black as well as in a dress.
A big sale starts today at Label Los Angeles, with Spring and Summer merchandise 30-70% off. Some of my favorites from the sale include the Emerald Tube Top by Bluebird which is now $69.99 down from $142, the Butterfly Top by K Kornbread which was $98 but is now $59.99, and the Zoe Criss Cross by Ella Moss (which can also be worn as a skirt) now on sale for $69.99 from $132.
The Shirt Snob has found one of the most feminine tank tops out there right now, the Painted Lady Top by Nanette Lepore. The details of this top are amazing. The butterfly on the bottom right side and the star and bow at the top left of the shirt along with the lace around the boarders and the creme and pink colors give this shirt such a flirty yet innocent feel that really makes it stand out against everything else out there. We love the buttons going up the front, just one more detail that enhances the sweetness of this tank.
Here is a halter top by Lotta Stensson that has fun written all over it. The Tie Back Spaghelli Top is one of the Shirt Snob's favorite tops of the moment from one of our favorite designers. The flowery embroidery is beautifully done, and we love the intricacy of the beading that goes all around this top. The shading of the colors down the shirt flows so well, and we love how the back is open giving this halter a lot of sex appeal. Available in both spice and plum, this halter is 100% hand embroidered silk, and it has a tie in the back as well as behind the neck.
The Shirt Snob loves this Mesh Sleeveless Scoop by Sweet Pea. It's such a classy look that you could wear it with a skirt to a wedding or dress it down with a pair of jeans. If you want to be cooler but don't want to show off a ton of skin, this is a great shirt for you. Our favorite part of this top is definitely the ties in the front. The moss colors of the ties work perfectly with the turquoise of the top. According to the website, this tank top is also great if you have recently become pregnant, for you can continue wearing it long into your pregnancy since the stomach area isn't fitted. As someone who is trying to get pregnant right now, this fact makes me want this tank top even more.
Another Indian inspired shirt, the Shirt Snob is totally enamored over this Teri Silk Top by Boheme. We love the feeling of silk on our skin, and to have it be so pretty too is just a dream. You will feel like you are wearing a modern version of a sari when wearing this tank top. It has a zipper that goes up the back.
Also check out Bohemian Closet if you like this top. This site has many similar items at discount prices.
There is an article in the Boston Globe today about a Massachusetts t-shirt company started by two brothers, Life is Good. Their mascots are Jake, a happy stick figure man, and his dog Rocket, both of whom are emblazened on many of the clothing and other items that Life is Good sells. Besides t-shirts, this company sells a number of other items including capris, boxers, night shirts, shorts, hoodies, tank tops, and more. There are also men's and children's lines of clothing, manydifferenttypes of hats, and bottles, mugs, tire covers, and many other items. Here's an excerpt from the article:
John, who graduated from the University of Massachusetts with degrees in art and English, came up with Jake and designed him as a symbol of an outdoorsy culture that clearly enjoys the simple life.
He wears a beret to show his artsy side and sports sunglasses because "they make him look cool," said Bert. He also carries a big grin.
"He could be any demographic, that's the beauty of him," Bert says. "He's just a free-thinking guy who doesn't take things too seriously."
When Jake, with the saying "Life is good" underneath his image, was put onto T-shirts for a test run at a street fair in the fall of 1994, the shirts were gone within hours.
The Shirt Snob really likes these t-shirts. Until today, we'd never heard of this company, but they are great for casual situations. We'd would love the tank tops for working out, when one may need an inspriational quote such as 'Life is Good' to get through a particularly hard pilates class.
The Shirt Snob loves this new Argyle Cashmere Crew from Juicy Couture, a very different take on your typical argyle. The front has an argyle print, while the back is striped and has a heart on the bottom left side. Fall will be here before you know it, and this is the perfect sweater for the cooler weather. You can buy this in either the pink grey you see here or in pink and blue. Juicy also makes a very similar sweater with a V-neck instead of the scoop and in the color chocolate. Since fall will come whether you like it or not, why not treat yourself with this, who doesn't love cashmere?
Here is a great find if you are dying in the summer heat (Shirt Snob wouldn't know what that is like, it's only 65 degrees in Boston lately!). This MIJO Ring Halter is about as light weight of a top as you can find. Made out of cotton gauze, this shirt is semi see-through except in the bust area, which has another layer of gauze that ties around the back. Another look could be to leave the ties
Shirt Snob.com round up for July
