You’ve all probably seen the Free People October catalog by now, so tell us – what’s your favorite look?
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Guest Post: DIY Fishtail Maxi
The lovely and creative Geneva of A Pair and a Spare contributed this amazing guest post for our blog!
Fishtail skirts have dominated the recent SS12 runways and are oh so sexy. What better way to jazz up a thrifted skirt than by creating your own fishtail style? Follow my steps below, it’s incredibly simple!
You need:
A thrifted skirt (I picked one with some subtle pleating)
A pair of scissors
needle and thread
an iron.
How to:
1. Put your skirt on and mark where you want the front, and shortest, part of the skirt to finish.
2. Take the skirt off and fold in it half down the front of the skirt – so rather than the back and front lying against each other, it’s the two sides that face each other – the way you might fold trousers before you put them on a coat hanger. Make sure the fold is directly in the middle of the front of the skirt.
3. Lay the skirt on the floor and cut out the front of the skirt – you want a straight line for the first 30cm or so to create the mini part of the skirt, then tapering down to the back and bottom of the skirt.
4. Try the skirt on to see if the cut out is big enough. I did this a few times, cutting more away to suit what I wanted it to look like. It’s always best to take this part slowly and do small amounts at a time.
5. Once you have a cut out that you like, fold over the edge of the skirt about 1cm and iron. You may want to double over twice but my skirt was made out of a fabric that didn’t fray too badly so once was enough.
6. Sew a small stitch all the way around the hem.
7. Iron flat again.
Voila! All done.
Now wasn’t that simple? I absolutely love how this style moves around when you walk! Now that I’ve tested the process I’m going to make a few different coloured versions too.
Amazing!! thank you so much Geneva!
For more DIY Fashion Inspiration visit her blog: A Pair and a Spare. Also be sure to check out our new DIY Projects category!
Trending on FP.com:
Maxi dresses, high waisted shorts, maxi skirts, crop tops, high waisted skirts, Jeffrey Campbell Shoes, lace shorts
Paris Fashion Week: Highlights
Paris fashion week to me has a certain unique edge to it that gives the glamorous silhouettes a bit of funk. From tinsel skirts at Balenciaga worn with a structured top half to Chambray denim worn with foiled gold at Balmain, The designers featured at Paris always know how to mix the young with the old.
Valentino brought 1920’s lace back into the picture and wasn’t scared to hit the ground with it, while Chloe brought interested and unique proportions down the runway; I love the exaggerated details in the garments – why not call out a great waistband or a cool sleeve.
Here’re my highlights from Paris, what did you guys think?
Balenciaga, Balmain, Valentino and Chloe – Street style by Tommy Ton via style.com
Trend Spotting: Fairisle
Fairisle is one of those words that awakens certain senses… it symbolizes chilly weather, playing in the snow and bundling up by a fire to warm your bones, crisp air and red cheeks.
I never knew this, but fairisle is named after a small island in northern Scotland. The traditional knitting technique uses multiple colors to create the signature fairisle patterns, and first gained popularity when worn by the Prince of Wales in the early 1920s. Today its one of our favorite patterns for knitwear and we love it in all different forms – sweaters, leggings, socks, bags, you name it – it adds pattern, color and a touch of coziness to a basic outfit.
Here’s how some of us are rocking fairisle in the Free People office!
We love this cropped pullover to pieces! It’s the perfect sweater to throw on over a tank and jeans all fall and winter long.
I had to get a close-up of these amazing studded ankle boots too!
We’re dying over the new colors in the Pocono sweater leggings – These have snow day written all over them :)
Add some color to your outfit with a fairisle bag like the Peruvian ski satchel!
Lastly, this fairisle tunic is amazing! Just throw it on over some tights and boots, and you’re set!
Are you guys into the Fairisle Trend?
Model Q&A with Noot Seear
Get to know one of our favorite web and catalog models, the beautiful (and also very funny!) Noot Seear!
Noot is wearing: Denim Cuttoffs, Abiza Double Wrap Belt, Chilton Lace Up Top, Muubaa Leather Military Jacket and Knit Beanie.
Photos From Our Lovely Fans
Love this shot of the Dursoduro Maxi Cardigan.
Photo by Sarah Welch.
The On the V Crochet Tunic and Printed Tea Length Skirt.
The lovely Zilker Park Convertible Maxi.
More love for the Dursoduro Maxi Cardigan!
The Open Stitches Pullover looks great over the Voile and Lace Slip with tall boots!
Photo by Sarah Welch.
And how amazing is this?! Spotted in FP San Antonio – one of our customers embellished her Extreme Vintage Flares with some boho artwork! LOVE!!!
Style File: Fashion Blogger & Creative Researcher
The fashion blogger and creative researcher here at Free People is a little pixie with amazing style. Using her sharp British eye she blends rich colors and details, and always knows how to style vintage pieces in a way that strays from dowdy. She’s one of those select few who can pull of a vintage floral-print jumpsuit and make it look modernly chic. She rocks the borrowed from the boy look with nostalgic touches of corduroy, elbow patches, and canvas – keeping her silhouette streamlined, but relaxed. A lot of her clothes she either makes herself or she’s picked up on a vintage store run. And then there are those pieces it seems that she is religiously attached to. You can almost bet she’ll have on her black lace-up walking boots and silver rings. They seem to go with everything she wears, always adapting to the spirit of each outfit.
Trend: Borrowed from the Boys
This fall we’re all about borrowing from the boys – giving menswear style blazers, sweaters, shirts and denim a cool girl attitude. We had some fun in the studio last week shooting this video starring our production assistant and stylist intern!
Song is “With You” by Seapony.
Look one: Slouchy Velvet Blazer, Skinny Jeans, Long Sleeve Fishnet Top, Tribal Pendant.
Look two: Wide Stripes Pullover, Crafted Cuff Thermal, Floral Pant.
Look three: Boy Blue Denim Shirt, Kate and Johnny Dress, Floral Tights. Also Pictured – Ski and Hike Backpack.
Look Four: Raer Donna Wideleg Overalls, Freedom Baseball Tee.
Shop all styles Borrowed from the Boys.
Follow Your Feet
What is everybody doing this weekend? It’s First Friday in Philly, it’s Fall – meaning fun stuff like apple picking and pumpkin carving – and Monday is a holiday (for some)!
We just launched this shoe lookbook on our website and I can’t stop looking at it. I love all the little scenarios they created, depicting pretty much everything I want to be doing this weekend – zipping around the city on a scooter or bike, chilling in the park with a book and a puppy, picking up groceries for a dinner party, hitting up a concert, or having brunch with a best friend or loved one.
Where will your feet take you this weekend??
Click on each image for more info on the shoes pictured.
Office Style: It’s a Wash
There’s something so hot about denim. The laid back approach to style has always been a favorite of mine. It’s never over or under dressed, you look casual and cool, but fashionable and chic at the same time. Denim just never looks bad…
Check out how we’re styling it here at the home offices this week.
Layering perfection paired with a sheer black dress and Joe Lace Up Over the Knee Boots
Denim and stripes, a classic combo that never fails
How badass is the attitude of this vest?
This tough girl look is spot on in fashion right now. Just throw on some tights and ankle boots with those cutoffs, and you’re good to go!
A fresh take with a lighter wash alternative
The chambray button-down crochet – it goes so well with everything!
Denim on denim…one don’t rule that SHOULD be broken
October Catalog Behind the Scenes with Julia Stegner
Thursday Poll: La-la-legs
It might be fall, but I don’t know that we’re completely ready to fully cover up those legs. Tights are a great way to bring shorts and other summer items into the cooler weather. They’re also really fun to wear with all the different statements they can make. Will your legs be sexy, loud, fun, or warm – what kind of tight are you wearing for fall?
Lalique Floral Tights
London Opaque Tight
Victorian Backseam Tight
Pocono Sweater Legging
(I’m loving the new color of these)
Fanfare Footless Tights
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