Whether it's fashion or home decor, mixing different styles can produce truly unique results. The challenge is to do it in the cleanest way possible. Repeating themes - whether in your outfit or a room - is one way to successfully bring an eclectic look together. And focusing on one element in particular - like shoes or throw pillows - can make the...
Whether it's an interesting cut-out shape or a statement piece placed on top, the trend lately is to bring attention to the collar on bold prints. Check out these examples: Photos from Style.com I love the cut-out shape in the first photo for creating a narrower, more flattering illusion while contrasting a masculine, geometric shape with a feminine print and silhouette. The gold...
Last week, The Style Matrix was featured on a segment for a program airing on Voice of America giving viewers tips on mixing East and West fashion. Voice of America's anchor Sarah Zaman and cameraman Kevork came over to our house for the shoot - it was a lot of fun and really exciting! But it's amazing how much work goes into just a...
Mainstream fashion chains like Zara, H&M, and Forever21 have left their mark on fashion consumers in part by offering affordable (and slightly-modified) versions of the latest runway designs. And it looks like Valentino is the latest designer to offer such 'inspiration.' The inspired this time is none other than everyone's favorite high-street outlet, Zara. Valentino captures ladylike elegance in a way few designers...
