2010 Fall Trends...Joan of Arc meets Coco Chanel

Summer has come and gone but style will always be here! As I’m sure you know by now, statement accessories are all the rage.  2010 trends are leaning toward the 15th-century Joan of Arc meets 20th-century Coco Chanel. In what way? Glad you asked.

Joan of Arc was a heroine of her day.  Burned at the stake at only 19, she was known for her use of armor, as only men wore in that day. It was said to keep her from the perverse nature of men while in prison. At the same time, she attempted to feminize her appearance with long hair and a skirt around her armor.
On the other hand, Coco Chanel was a pioneering French fashion designer whose modernist philosophy, menswear-inspired fashions, and pursuit of expensive simplicity made her an important figure in 20th-century fashion.

Coco Chanel designs were an invention of a whole new style for outdoor living. The role of a woman in society was changing. And her outfits became the dress of the day. "A world was dying, while another was being born. I was there, and opportunity came forward, and I took it." –Coco Chanel

Success agrees with women, and it made Chanel more and more beautiful with her every further step in her life and her career.  Chanel was a woman of infinite daring. She stated: “I set the fashion for a quarter of a century. Why? Because I knew how to express my own time.”

She changed completely the traditional role of couturier... Before her, the clients used to require the exclusivity of fabrics and designs, made especially for their needs. Chanel changed it and by doing it, changed the look of the street. And that, my dearest fashionistas is what our Blythe Harris envisions, embodies and executes in our pieces  for Fall 2010.
Most notably in our Nolita, whose chains evoke the boldness and courage of Joan of Arc and the feminine luxe touches and materials of the hand-sewn beads and use of leather and silk. This standout piece is a can’t-miss when it comes to injecting a bit of an edge into your look and can toughen up even the sweetest, most subdued styles. Worn best with a white or grey top (or any solid color for pop) and those favorite comfy jeans–you are set for a day of shopping with friends or going for a girls night out on the town.

In order for something to be deemed a worthy investment in my book, it must have unlimited potential. Something that can be worn anywhere, with anything. The type of piece that can transform even the simplest of outfits. An amazing item with the inherent fabulous-ness capable of transcending the confines of a ‘trend’ or ‘fad.’ That is where the Metropolitan comes in to play. It has all the chains and textures of Joan of Arc. It makes you feel like you are in the 80s. It makes you feel like 21 Jumpstreet. It brings you memories of your grandmother's brooches. It has a touch of gold. It has 200% class and femininity. Wear it to the post office. Wear it with a cocktail dress. Wear it with grace. Wear it with style.
This fall is going to be exciting, bold, feminine, edgy, versatile and most of all stylish. What will you be wearing to bring out your Joan of Arc or Coco Chanel?