Classic with a Twist

My personal style motto should be: "classic with a twist." I become quite excited when I find an accessory that shares both timeless and current design details. 

An example of this is pictured above ~ Gap's Leather Stripe Tote. The clean lines, brown leather and minimal hardware make for a traditional bag. Yet, the pop of bright orange, which is in line with this season's neon trend, makes a bold statement.

So, if I am "classic with a twist," what are you?  

Click here to view this bag in additional color ways:

http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=34740&vid=1&pid=351408032

Party in the Back

The 2013 Oscars have come and gone, yet I am still contemplating one of the latest accessory trends represented on the red carpet: the reverse necklace. Both Jennifer Lawrence and Anne Hathaway (pictured above) featured the "party in the back" design. 

Maybe I am too practical or traditional, but I am not a big fan. It appears unbalanced to me. Yet, if I had to choose, I prefer Jennifer's attempt at this trend. Since Anne's necklace is not fully engulfing her back, it almost looks like a mistake. 

Although the reverse necklace is not one of my faves, it may have been a lucky look as both of these actresses won Academy Awards on Sunday... The power of accessories ;)

Additional fashion info from the 2013 Oscars: 

http://oscars.hellomagazine.com/oscars-2013/201302251334/oscars-best-fashion-accessories/