Shorts are great, as are tights. But should they be worn together? Lately,  tights have been seen worn underneath jean- or dressy shorts; quite an interesting look. Read the story »
American clothing designer Aswad Abasi’s work and fashion philosophy seem to center around a couple of alliterative words: variety and versatility. The 37-year-old DC native’s artistic inclinations initially seemed to be towards music; in 10th grade he began attending the Duke Ellington School, where he focused on percussion and minored in piano. Even then, the stage was set for his art to manifest itself in a manner both diverse and widely relatable. Abasi’s interest in learning piano repertoire was driven by his desire to have “people relate to the song [he was] playing.” Studying music, Abasi explains, enabled him to “relate to different styles” of composition. Music, he asserts, gives one the “open mind and vision” through which to “connect with something that you may not be used to.” Read the story »
Garments with lace detailing or overlays have been dominating the market for a while now. Lacy dresses, skirts, and tops make dressing up easy because they’re so, well, dressy. The sticking point, however, is accessorizing. This article will show you how to keep things simple to achieve a glamorous look with lace. Read the story »


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