Fashion Friday

Dear Reader,

You may have noticed that the Belindabilly blog has not been updated as frequently as it should have lately. I apologize especially to those of you who missed having the Music Monday post this week; luckily it was a quiet week in the world of rockabilly and psychobilly. However, there was some hoopla lately in the world of fashion...by the name of New York Fashion week.

Were you as excited as I that the runway was finally broadcast for the whole interweb to see? The fashion industry is finally realizing that elitism isn't a good look for anyone. My favorites were Carlos Miele, Nanette Lepore, and of course Betsey Johnson always puts on a good show. Now you don't have to buy a magazine to find out what's in for the spring. In case you didn't get to see, I'll tell you right here and right now, that sparkles are hot now, and in 2011. Sequins, costume jewelry, shimmering fabrics, glitter, studs - it's all in (but hopefully not all on the same garment). If your wardrobe looks to drab to you, just buy a few sparkly accessories - maybe a studded belt and a glittering necklace - to add into each outfit and, voila, you're back in the game. I'll also tell you another secret: purple is always in. Always. It's the exact shade of purple that you have to get right. Last year it was eggplant (which I still love), but this year it seems to be wavering between an amethyst and a lilac. I never condone lilac (the color, I mean - the flower is wonderful), but if you do like it, you can get away with it this spring. Fall purples are always dark or jewel tones, so stick with amethyst until the end of 2010. Plaid is also very hip this season, which brings me to my next point: the Belindabilly fall collection, "Beauty and the Beast" will be available next Fashion Friday, October 1.

I can't show you anything yet, but I can tell you there is a lot of plaid and some toile, and the women's outfits are very curvy and the men's very square (but certainly not plain!). I also guarantee that even those of you in Chicago will stay warm with these beauties (and beasts), so check back next week for the exciting unveiling!

Lastly, who doesn't like a free t-shirt? Belindabilly will give away a t-shirt to one lucky winner (choice between our two signature tee designs or a one-of a kind)! To enter, fill out 8 quick survey questions here and enter your email address. The survey ends October 7 at 11:45pm and the winner will be notified by October 9.

Come back on Monday for Music Monday's calendar of rockabilly, psychobilly and everything similar for next week.

Thanks for visiting!
<3 Belinda P.S. You can still view a lot of the runway shows at Lincoln Center's website.