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Monday, May 30, 2011

McGinn Fall 2011 Lookbook

South Korean label McGinn always seems to hit the right notes between feminiity, modernity and everyday wearability. While in previous seasons it was the great prints and outerwear that impressed me, this time around while outerwear was still strong, prints became more subdued including the softest of blush tone florals, classic leopard and instead strong graphic knit jacquards took dominance. But still was the knitwear that impressed me most. Apparently the designer won a knitwear award for the pieces that look simple enough from first glance - but many of the pieces have the ability to be worn in multiple ways I'm informed. I wish that I had a chance to play with some of the pieces that incorporated color blocking, and different textures and weights of knit to create visual interest.

While the color palatte is more subdued this season, it feels comfortable and right. I'm always a sucker for a great silky blouse and this collection has plenty. I'm also partial to the combination of tailored well cut outerwear paired with floaty chiffon dresses, the perfect paperbag waist shorts.

My fave outfit however has to be the number with the puff sleeve tobacco sweater and flowing maxi skirt and floppy hat. Even though summer has just begun all the great fall looks I'm seeing has me thinking of what I'm going to be wearing next.

Monday, January 3, 2011

Mcginn Spring 2011 Lookbook

I’ve been a fan of the South Korean label Mcginn since I caught sight of their merch last season. The construction and quality is solid, the prints are great and the styling is very on point. Mcginn’s attention to detail is obvious in both separates and dresses. Also, I love their outerwear/jacket pieces that are so wearable but still carry off a lot of attitude. The clothes are always pretty but not syrupy sweet.

I had a chance to see what’s new for Spring 2011 again a while back and I thought I’d share with you some of my fave pieces plus the entire lookbook for your browsing pleasure. Spring 2011 for Mcginn is all about romance,whimsy and nostalgia.

This jacquard draped jacket is not only totally fun but would look great over LBD or with skinny jeans! The leather jacket is a slightly more elegant take on the biker style.

The soft drapey utilitarian jacket is a wardrobe essential.

The drapey twist effects of this dress look really great on the body! Would be perfect with a little black cropped moto jacket…I love the contrast of sweet and tough.