2013 Trend: Cardigans

Cardigans have been around since the 1700’s and as the years have passes more and more people have come to recognize this stylish way to stay warm.  This year at fashion week we saw a great many different cardigans and we anticipate this snug trend to continue well into 2013.  Snuggle up in your favorite cardi and check out some of our inspirations from the runway to your street.

Vintage Lovers Lookout

We love a vintage cardigan and we were geeked about Alice+Olivia’s short 50’s cardigan design.  This cardigan is the perfect solution to any chilly spring day. 

Try mixing things up with dark straight leg pants, denim shirts, and chunky socks. 

Need a cute and cozy cardigan for this spring?  Come check out this L.L. Bean eggshell blue cotton cardigan that’s waiting in our shop.

 

The Big Cozy

Some days we need the maximum amount of comfort and what better way to get that overwhelming warm feeling is with a great oversized cardigan.  On the runway, Band of Outsiders shows off with a steel gray and black oversized cardigan with hose and loafers. 

However, most of us could use a little more leg coverage and that’s how we fell in love with this look.   An oversize blouse with an oversize cardigan would seem too much unless you tucked it in, genius! 

Need an oversize cardigan to work with?  Take a time machine back to the good parts of the 80’s and get grunge fabulous in this Anthony Sicari double button breasted cardigan sweater.

 

Chilly Office Hours

Chilly offices making you nest in your office with your parka still on?  Climb out of that fashion disaster cave and pull off an office outfit that is professional and warm.  We took our inspiration from Vivenne Westwood’s Red Label.  The funky pencil skirt with the belted fuzzy warm cardigan and tights seems like the perfect office look.  

To make this look a little warmer and more comfortable we love a good strong brown riding boot with warm wooly socks tucked under. 

Need an adorable solution to your chilly office woes?  Get snuggly warm with this Jones New York deep v neck cardigan with adorable trim and pockets.

How to Make It

Already have a cardigan but, not sure how to make it work for you?  Check out what we did with this striped cardigan.

We started with a simple stripe cardigan and matched it for different fashion situations. 

Going out with friends for the day; mix your prints with a sweet floral shirt, dark blue flares, and brown booties.  Staying in or going to classes in that chilly building?  Pull on that denim shirt over a pair of slim khakis and cotton tennis shoes for a comfy day.  Getting back to that office in the cold can be hard but, don’t let it stop your fashion sense.  Take a cream colored peplum top, tan pencil skirt, and short black kitten heels for a warmer office hours.

Here at TreasureChest we are looking forward to spring and more importantly spring fashion.  Tell us what trends you think are going to be big this spring!

Red Hot Valentine

Dress up this Valentines Day without looking like you belong back in the second grade.  Show off your style by using the standard reds and pinks.  Check out some of our favorite outfit pairings that go from day to night easily.

Day at the Office

If you’re working this Valentine’s Day spruce up your business attire with a pair of texturized red hot pants.  Pair them with your favorite button down shirt or lace tee and blazer to spice up your ho hum work day.

Check Out These Red Hot Mamas!

Try out the current trend of printed pants with a solid color sweater.  We suggest a sleek ponytail and bright jewelry to make sure you don’t go overboard with the print.

Are These Pants Just Your Style?

Is your workplace a bit more formal?  Why not shake things up with a hot pink half circle skirt.  Try on a patterned button down shirt and formal black heels for more fun.

Ooh Lah Lah, A Skirt For You!

Be fun and flirty this Valentine’s Day with a red stripe dress and floral cardigan.  Use a black belt to cinch in the waist and show off your killer curves.

A Dress To Sail Away In.

Been chilly lately?  Swap a red hot leather jacket out for your usual blazer for a rocking look.  You can color block the jacket with a navy shirt and slacks.  Make sure to slip into those comfy motorcycle boots underneath your fancy pants.



Red And Black Is Back.

Be daringly fun with a vintage red or pink cape.  Wear a white high collared button down shirt with slender black pants to keep the attention on that fabulous cape.

Who's Afraid Of The Big Bad Wolf?

Date Night

Whether you are celebrating with that special someone or just going out for a night out with the girls here are some ways to style your wardrobe to take that day outfit to night.

Keep your red texturized pants and change your work shirt into your favorite tee, button (or unbutton as the case may be) that cardigan, slip into a pair of tennis, and wrap up in a printed scarf for a look that is sure to take you on all your nightly adventures.

Dress down those printed pants with a chambray shirt and gladiator sandals.  This breathable outfit will be perfect for hanging out at home or out on the town.

Play around with that hot pink circle skirt by adding a denim shirt and cheetah print wedges for dancing the night away.

Escape the office in style by adding a chambray shirt and some killer heels to that striped dress for a flirty comfortable look.

Put that red leather jacket to good use over the top of your best dress and go out tonight, you heartbreaker, you.

Don’t mess too much with your perfect outfit, even if it’s cold.  Use your red hot cape as your warm solution for outfits that don’t quite fit underneath that coat.

Picking a Valentines’ Day outfit should always be fun and easy, unlike making the night plans.  But, wherever you end up on this most romantic day we know you will look fabulous.

Happy Valentine's Day Treasure Chest Readers.

Anticipated Fashion Trends for 2013

As the year 2012 comes to a close, fashion runways are introducing their new spring/summer styles as the upcoming trends in 2013! So far we have seen: solid colors, powerful stripes, flowing flowers, and exciting graphics. Let’s take a look at some of the highlights.