Having just finished watching the newly revamped House Of Style on MTV, I am left feeling proud and disappointed at the same time. Proud because most of the trends they counted down, I've already totally picked up on (snaps and claps for me!). But disappointed because I found it to be cheesy and ridiculously scripted.In case you haven't heard, MTV has partnered with Teen Vogue to bring back the classic MTV show on all things fashion. Host, Bar Refaeli and correspondent, Chanel Iman, chat about the must-have items of the moment, including celebrity lines, designer DIYs, beauty secrets and more!
I was excited to see Chanel on television because of her bubbly yet down-to-earth personality that I thought would absolutely shine. Wrong! She was so reserved and seemed to hold back. Give her time...The good news is that the fashion countdown was fun and informational! Some of highlights were:
Friendship BraceletsMary Kate Steinmiller, who designs friendship bracelets for Charlotte Ronson, showed us all how anyone can DIY! My roommates and I will definitely be making those ASAP! I have never been so excited to go to my local Wal-Mart. I'll let you know how that works out.
Marc by Marc JacobsOf course; he's my absolute FAVORITE!
BikesMiley Cyrus is the queen of this accessory, even though it was first spotted as a trend in London courtesy of supermodel Agyness Deyn.
JelliesThey're back! My ultimate favorite summertime sandal...of course they should be more sophisticated then the little sandals from the 90's!
Other trends on the countdown included Jewels and Gems, Neons, Tribal Prints and what we've already brought to you a while back, Jumpsuits!
Another feature of the show was Fashion Stories featuring Taylor Swift (the other Jonas woman scorned) and supermodel Jessica Stam. I, personally, am not too fond of Taylor. Her style is nothing to fiend over; it's actually completely copiable. Her hair is amazing but her squint is annoying! Now, Jessica Stam on the other hand has gorgeous hair, beautiful eyes and a cool, laid back style.
Stam is also a complete recessionista. She shared her love of flannel shirts, in particular how versatile they are to keep warm in winter and as little jackets in the summer. She also talked about cutting your jeans from winter into shorts for summer which, I don't exactly agree with because well, where I'm from, winter comes back around. She recommended bag swapping parties with friends. And my favorite tip of all: White Tees! So simple and yet, as she said, they can be worn all day and all night in so many ways. A skinny skirt and heels are a good way to transform a t-shirt into evening attire.
The episode ended with a backstage interview with Justin Timberlake at his William Rast show during New York Fashion Week. He spoke about taking classic American fashions like jeans and leather and adding a modern twist. The line, a partnership with his friend Trace Ayala, is a honest statement and a new movement. It's cool, relaxed and speaks to his southern upbringing.
Tune into House of Style on MTV and check it out for yourself!
-Nastasia, Inaword Intern
