So a while back we gave you a glimpse of Vanessa Traina's amazing minimalist aesthetic, but we definitely owe a glimpse to her sister Victoria, whose style is definitely not lagging behind. Victoria knows how to keep black chic and modern; her avant-garde bangs definitely give her some edge. This girl knows how to wear trends, like studs and fringe, but make the looks so far ahead of the rest of us. We should all take cues. 
We are currently obsessed with studs. Wear them anywhere, in any colour, and in any amount. 
Head to Toe. Maybe its too hot and sunny to attempt these looks in the daytime right now but DAMN these guys know how to make black look good.
Just to show you some inspiration on how to rock your old blue jeans - in between all the florals/trousers/gothic outfits/hippie chic... 
Androgyny at its best.
Melanie Huynh, assistant stylist at French Vogue, definitely has a signature look we can't get enough of (not to mention a JOB we highly covet). Her staples, an awsome motorcycle jacket and navy Ralph Lauren school-boy blazer, work well to structure feminine pieces. She also knows exactly how to rock the wide-legs - take cues.
Ann Demeulmeester's signature slouchy-masculine look gets us everytime. She is the queen of gothic layering and we love seeing her collection every season. This spring '08 show was amazing because it perfectly mixes menswear inspired pieces with fringe, flap and summer sandals. Its just too good.
Roll up your sleeves, literally. Blazers are a great way to structure any outfit. We like them with a more masculine cut and slightly oversized, but make sure they're not abnormally large in the arm and shoulder areas. We've found that boys sections or even the smaller sized mens sections of second hand/thrift shops always have great ones.
We've seen this spring trend on the runways of 3.1 Phillip Lim, Helmut Lang and Alexander Wang (above). We love the boyfriend trouser because its super easy to wear. Remember to keep it baggier around the upper leg area. Pleats work too, in small doses. Wear them cropped (rolling the bottoms works) or long, with a slight taper at the bottom. Pair them with your favourite heel or jazz shoe.We found some good cuts at h&m or even mens suit pants from thrift stores (don't forget to WASH THEM). We'll show you a styledby soon. 
While each and everyone one of these lovely ladies are dressed differently from one another,each one has managed to make an impact on our wardrobing ideas. Whether its cropped leather jackets, a simple dress, or jodhpur's, these girls have taken basic apparel items and worked them to the max; and while some outfits are better suited for colder weather, it never hurts to take a look and try to develop spring versions.
