CEBU, Philippines - It makes perfect sense to use Kate Moss, Liu Jo, and “hot” in the same sentence particularly because the three are quite synonymous. Liu Jo, one of the hottest Italian fashion brands to hit our shores could not have made a better decision when they made English model, Kate Moss the face of their Spring/Summer 2011 collection, adding an extra oomph to an already otherwise pronounced glamfest.
With school out and the sun and sand in, it's safe to say that summer is the perfect time to update your wardrobe and to look every inch a goddess. The dizzying array of choices and trends coming from a plethora of fashion week shows can be intimidating rather than helpful. Sorting through all these trends can also be a waste of time for the fashionista on the go.
The solution? Get into that stylista summer state of mind by channelling Kate Moss' vibes with Liu Jo's Spring/Summer Collection. Here's a bottoms-up approach on how to raise this summer's temperature to fever pitch, Liu Jo style:
Shoes
Shoes, as they say, are among the most important element in one's outfit. Shoes have the power to make or break your getup, no matter how impeccable the rest of the ensemble may be. Shoes can alter the mood by toning down or glamming up. This summer, ditch the casual flip flops and go for a more fashion forward approach by putting extra attention on your shoes.
Toughen up or tinkle away when you strut your stuff in high heels and flats spruced up in different kinds of chains and charms all set against patent and nappa leather mixed with glam touches of metal. Go for deeper base hues like gunpowder grey and tarnished gold for a low-key, high-impact look that's anything but garish on summer nights at the club.
Asian cruise, anyone? Cruises are the hubs for the rich and stylish. To look anything but fabulous while sailing amidst turquoise waters is a mortal sin. Begin the mission to look fab by choosing a pair with charming ribbon and shawl details in wisteria violet, lollipop pink, and yes, everyone's summer favorite, aquamarine. Pair it with a maxi, midi, or mini dress in crazy Pucci patterns for a playful vibe with a post card worthy sunset at the background and baby, all you need are piñacoladas to complete the summery feel. Heighten the glam factor at an evening al fresco party by simply putting on a sexy pair of jewel encrusted heels that will make you a walk away winner.
Jeans and Tops
One of the most versatile pieces of clothing that has transcended time and season has been a pair of denim jeans. The tricky part about jeans? Making sure you pick the right fit and the right cut to effortlessly standout from the sea of blue.
Liu Jo Jeans summer philosophy is simple: Pick a pair that will take you from romantic summer days to hot seductive nights in a breeze.
Start out a lazy summer day in a dreamy and sensual mood-think soft shafts of light making its way through French windows while you curl up on a couch reading a great book. The atmosphere is laid back and the mood is cool and reserved.
With white and ecru overtones setting the stage for a pastel floral prints that bring back memories of meadows and gardens in full bloom, narrow down your choices of sun dresses and tops to those that come in light fabrics or lined with delicate anglaise lace at the hem. This is your time to mix and match soft, distressed denim with tunics and silk dresses for an evened-out but still romantic urban look.
For glam metropolitan nights, go for ultra slim silhouettes and low riders paired easily with loose asymmetrical tops, oversized graphic shirts or a basic tank top with jacket bathed in sequins thrown on over for some cool factor.
Accessories
No look is complete without that final touch of accessories that will unify the overall theme of your ensemble. Boost your confidence and start a conversation with chained and bejewelled pieces that will catch anyone's eye in the room. Your accessory needn't have to be a statement necklace or a pari of huge hoop earrings. It can be more functional like a clutch or a purse in stylish leather set with rhinestones or chains for an added oomph.
Go crazy with satin and jacquard fabrics that are wild on prints yet accented with charming pieces of metals and charms.
Complete the look with bijouxs to be worn an way you wish or buckle up a suede belt with tassel details right at your hips as you get ready to shake your bonbons.
Liu Jo's summer style is really all about dressing up the woman who is in control of herself and who has absolutely no inhibitions. It's all about self expression and channelling a care-ko vibe knowing that she is imperfectly perfect. This is all about channelling the Kate Moss vibe. (FREEMAN)