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Tiny Treasures: The Mini Handbag Trend
By Holly Boyle on 2017/05/19They say good things come in small packages. We couldn’t be more on board with that theory, especially when it applies so perfectly to the pint size handbags adorning the shoulders of fashion’s it crowd. Small, but impactful, the mini bag trend is the latest craze for spring thanks in part to all the glorious details trimming this petite handheld. […] -
Athleisure Accent: Hooded Pieces
By Joyce Huang on 2017/05/10Slipping on a hood just feels so cozy and nice. We’re ecstatic that they can be seen allover this season on tops, dresses, and of course, hoodies. Snatch up a style with a looser hood, so that it drapes beautifully around your face. Anything too tight will have you looking comical and isn’t great for keeping your ‘do intact. Boutique […] -
Spark Plug – Spring’s Most Colorful Accessories
By Holly Boyle on 2017/05/01At this time of year, the thing we need most is a serious boost of energy. Thankfully that dose is coming in the form of colorful, playful accessories like handbags, shoes, scarves and jewelry. The in-your-face color schemes, eye-catching prints and high-octane design elements serve up a fiesta of brilliantly bold vibes our closets are craving. From punchy hues like […] -
The Finer Things: Delicate Necklaces You Need Now
By Nia Schindle on 2017/03/20Taking a sartorial time out from oversized baubles and in-your-face adornments, this season’s must-have necklaces are decidedly pared back. Ultrafine chains look barely there strung along the décolletage, while singular accouterments—think a sculptural pendant or a scintillating diamond cluster—remain the only embellishment. From elongated lariats to sleek-and-chic chokers, spring’s minimalist mood reigns supreme in the style set’s jewelry box. We […] -
Editor Obsession: Disco Platforms
By Joyce Huang on 2017/03/10It’s hard to even explain how into disco platforms we are right now. These towering styles have brilliant prints, lush colors, and so much height that we are feeling like Hadid sisters strutting down a catwalk. It’s pretty obvious that the LustreLife team has always been crushing hard on 70’s fashion, which is why it is so exciting that designers […] -
Supersize Me: The Unexpected Sleeve Trend
By Holly Boyle on 2017/03/08If 2016 was the year of shoulder-focused tops, then 2017 is year of the sleeve. From flared to ruffled to deconstructed to extra-long, sleeves made their way to the front row. Expect to see ties and trimmings that not only emphasize volume and shape, but that elevate the overall top to make it an eye-catching look. Superized bell cuffs, larger […] -
Down with Denim: New Season, New Staples
By Holly Boyle on 2017/02/27Oh denim. It’s become commonplace for us to wax poetic on how deep our love runs for our number one go-to fabric. Denim stretches into every inch of our life – it takes us from desk to dinner, continually performs as our ubiquitously adored off-duty staple, serves as our statement piece (hello new season’s novelty looks!), it even supports our […] -
Sheer Genius: How to Style Tricky Transparencies
By Nia Schindle on 2017/02/20Cut from wisps of chiffon and see-through organza, this season’s seductive reveal-and-conceal designs were made from a plethora of sheer fabrics. When it comes to tackling transparencies, styling is key—opt for one sheer design in your ensemble, mixing it with opaque anchor pieces so you don’t feel too exposed. Try slipping a gauzy blazer or a diaphanous sheer blouse on […] -
Style Transformer: Corsets
By Holly Boyle on 2017/02/15Sometimes it only takes one item to totally transform your look. One singular piece that has the power to take it from a casually stylish ensemble to a head-turning street style moment. Enter corsets – the oh-so-hot-right-now trend that upgrades closet staples, flips button downs into lewks and elevates just about any basic top, sweater or dress. A corset is […] -
2017’s Hottest Accessories: The Shape of Things to Come
By Holly Boyle on 2017/01/27What if we were to tell you that your accessory portfolio was about to get a serious style upgrade, brimming with a kaleidoscope of colors, textures and styles? Sounds exciting, no? Well, 2017’s accessories brigade is just that – a round up of the freshest, brightest, most enchanting pieces we have ever seen. From bold architecturally glamorous handbags to audaciously […]