Guest Editor: Stephen Young of Stephen Style
Finding style in all the right spaces (literally), Stephen Style is a blog featuring the best of the design world. With a background in architecture and a love for fashion, Stephen has amazing taste in both style and interiors. With a personality like his though, a written blog simply isn’t enough. This guy needs to be captured on camera! So he utilizes video to on his blog as well…and trust us, once you start watching you want be able to stop.
Whether it’s menswear or womenswear, Stephen doesn’t discriminate when it comes to fashion. So check out what he’s coveting from the eDrop-Off closet right now…
Brioni Cobalt Blue Mens Double Breasted Blazer Jacket
I love a good double breasted blazer, and even better…it’s cobalt blue! The color is just loud enough to say “I’m here,” and subtile enough to whisper “I’m chic, and I know it.”
Alexander McQueen Black Wool Silk Mesh Overlay Long Sleeve Top
Simple, understated, and McQueen? The great thing about this piece is that you could have it make a statement by pairing it with loud accessories or you could layer it into a multitude of looks. The sheer is genius!
YSL Yves Saint Laurent Black Leather Mombassa Horn Belt
If I were a belt, this is definitely what I’d be…
YSL Yves Saint Laurent Black Suede Purple Trim Acrylic Platform Heels
Now, I don’t wear heels (often), but I’m pretty sure the objective is to turn heads. No? Well, with that pop of purple, and edgy see-through structure, I’m going wild.
How to Wear: Year of the Dragon
The Chinese New Year celebration kicked off January 23, and we say goodbye to the rabbit and hello to the only mythical creature in the Chinese zodiac, the dragon. People born under this sign are generally innovative, brave, passionate, and quick tempered. Many believe a dragon year boast the most luck than any other sign. Check out in house stylist’s Ashley Barlow’s dragon inspired looks pulled from our current auctions site in honor of what we hope will be a very prosperous year.
Defeating Nian: According to old Chinese folklore, the origin of Chinese New Year began with a battle against the mythical beast Nian. Each year he would visit the villages and eat all of the livestock, crops, and even people. To hopefully diminish his appetite for children, the villagers started putting food on their doorsteps. One day they saw Nian run away from a child wearing all red and discovered he was fearful of this color. To keep away the demons this year, we put together this monochromatic look including…
1) Hermes Red And Blue Silk Scarf. 2) Donna Karan Collection Red Sequin Sweater, 3) Pauline Trigere Black Wool Belted Cape. 4) Kristensen Du Nord Red Corduroy Pants. 5) Burberry Black Aviator Platform Round Ankle Boot .
Nature of the Dragon: The dragon is the least domesticated animal sign in the Chinese zodiac, therefore people born during this year generally enjoy outdoor activities and are extroverts who enjoy nature. Its important for dragons to have an abundance of flamboyant activewear to match their personality, like…
1) Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Curved Choker. 2) Andrew Marc Black Quilted Leather And Gold Zip Bomber Jacket. 3) Giorgio Armani Black Label Black & Ivory Stripe Vest. 4) Kimberly Ovitz Grey & Neon Yellow Seamed Athletic Leggings.
Beast of Burden: This look is meant to demonstrate the structure and reptilian dragon physicality. The two tops represent the strong yet fanciful upper body while the necklace represents mysticism and lucky nature. And of course the skirt and heels show the qualities, textures and colors of a scaly dragon.
1) Equipment Femme White Silk Button Up Pocket Front Top. 2) Rezrekshn by Ester Chen Black Seamed Leather Zip Up Bustier Top. 3) Unearthen 14K Gold Chain 9mm Crystal Bullet Necklace. 4) Gryphon Green And Navy Blue Sequin Mini Skirt. 5) Dries Van Noten Black Yellow & Green Print Heels
Famous Dragons: John Lennon (1940), Juliette Binoche (1964), Che Guevara (1928)
Roseanne Barr (1952), Gordie Howe (1928), Martin Luther King Jr. (1929)
Spring 2012 Trends at eDrop-Off: Crop Tops, Sporty Looks & Pastels
Want to get ahead of the curve and wear the hottest trends for next season now? You can! Check out these Spring 2012 trends found on shopedropoff.com.
Click to bid on the BCBG dress
Click to bid on the Kimberly Ovitz pants
Click to bid on the Maison Martin Margiela top
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What Spring 2012 trends are you looking forward to wearing?
Runway images via Style.com
Stylist Picks: Boy Meets Girl
We all know the story…boy meets girl (boy meets boy, girl meets girl), but what happens to their wardrobes? Check out our gender mashup looks pulled from our current auctions site by in house stylist Ashley Barlow.
Live locally and see something here you like? Make an appointment to Try Before You Buy!
Boyfriend Shirt: Equipment Femme Sage Silk Long Sleeve Button Up Top, ‘S Max Mara Black Sheared Mink Fur Collar Accessory, Humanoid Navy Blue Organic Cotton Seamed Knit Pants
Girly Girl: BCBG Max Azria Light Purple Silk And Pleated Lace Long Sleeve Dress , Moth Grey Wool Floral Trim Snap Front Sweater Jacket, Kate Spade Silver Metallic Leather Wristlet
Foxy Lady: Chanel Boutique White Cotton & Navy Scalloped Trim Jacket, Celine Prefall 2011 Black Fox Fur Tail Key Ring Accessory, Timo Weiland Metallic Pewter Skinny Leg Trouser Pants
Me + You: Rag & Bone Charcoal Gray Knit Jacket , Timo Weiland Black and White Tartan & Tribal Print Trim Pencil Skirt
Helter Skelter: Versace For H&M Black Leather And Gold Studded Trench Jacket , All Saint Spitalfields Hand Embellished Brown And Cream Sequin Dress
Oh Boy: All Saints Spitalfields Black Knit & Leather Strap Detail Ayame Maxi Dress
S(he) Hearts (S)He: Celine Black Wool & Leather Detail Long Sleeve Dress
Winner Of The Valentino iPad Case
A few weeks ago, we told you about the new rewards program, Belly, we’re using at eDrop-Off. Everyone who visited our Halsted location and checked in with Belly within the last 45 days was entered to win a brand new Valentino studded iPad case. Yesterday we randomly drew a winner and it just so happened to be one of our loyal consignors, Jody! Here she is with her prize…
If you didn’t get a chance to check-in with Belly, you’re in luck! We’re running another promotion where every time you check in at eDrop-Off, you’re entered to win a brand new Oscar de la Renta ring.
So stop by our Halsted location between 10am and 7pm on weekdays and 10am to 3pm on Saturdays. Either drop off items to consign, pick up your check or use our Try Before You Buy service to be eligible for a check-in. Good luck!
