“How Stranger Things Turned Fashion Upside Down - FashionBeans” plus 3 more

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• How Stranger Things Turned Fashion Upside Down - FashionBeans
• Art nouveau and Victorian styles - North Platte Telegraph
• Tom Holland's Style: How To Dress Like The Spider-Man Star - FashionBeans
• Love Jeans? You've Got Gloria Vanderbilt To Thank For That - Refinery29

How Stranger Things Turned Fashion Upside Down - FashionBeans Posted: 04 Jul 2019 06:07 AM PDT A trip to Hawkins, Indiana, in Stranger Things might be a nightmare of uncanny terror, but a journey back to the '80s with the hit Netflix series is wall-to-wall nostalgia. In amidst the Spielberg references and throwback soundtrack, the fashion of Stranger Things is also well worth a binge-watch. The retro costumes on-screen turned the show's young stars into pre-teen style icons and spawned a growing number of clothing collections that have broken through to our dimension. As the next series drops, here's a reminder of why the show's throwback style has got us frothing at the mouth like a flesh hungry-but-fashion conscious Demogorgon. The '80s Have Come Back To The Future And by the future, we mean, well, now. Because ever since Stranger Things came onto Netflix in 2016 it's been a lesson the retro power of eighties style. Some of the show's vintage trends and timeless pieces have seemingly travelled through The Rift to influence contemporary brands and pop culture-inspired fashion, and are being re-adopted as modern style essentials. Check out Steve's version of the preppy '80s jock – all slim-cut sweatshirts, excellent bomber jackets, light-wash denim and classic Ray-Ban Wayfarers. Or the kids' goofy corduroy trousers, printed tees and colourful sweaters. It was acceptable in the '80s, and it's more than acceptable now. Double Denim Rocks Double denim was once considered the ultimate faux pas of menswear – a naff no-no that belongs on wrinkly rockers who haven't gotten over the past – but Stranger Things' resident bully/pin-up Billy proved what we always suspected: double denim is badass. It's a bold look that drips machismo when carried off with attitude. If you can rock tight blue jeans, a matching denim jacket, worn with an unbuttoned shirt and eye-catching necklace, you're doing something very right. Maybe leave the a greased-up mullet in an alternate reality, though. You're Never Too Young To Be A Style Icon For all the retro kitsch in the show, the Stranger Things kids have become a new generation of style icons. Styled impeccably off camera, the teen stars are better dressed than actors who are twice their age and seasoned red carpet-strollers. Each has his own distinct styling ripe for the copying: Finn Wolfhard is rocking a goth and grunge-inspired look, all big hair and chic black threads; Caleb McLaughlin has mastered big colours, tough prints and flashy tailoring, sometimes all at once; Noah Schnapp does tailoring better than anyone his age ought to; and Gaten Matarazzo has doubled down on geek chic, bringing Converse, retro prom tuxes, and patterned shirts to the red carpet. Meanwhile, the older generation – Joe Keery, Charlie Heaton and Dacre Montgromery – have emerged as some of the best-dressed 20-somethings in the game. It Works To Be All-American Jonathan Byers is Hawkins's premier social outcast – kooky, quietly brooding, socially awkward, and a bit of a mystery – but always destined to get the girl and become an unlikely sex symbol. It could have something to do with his unwavering commitment to the American workwear look – channelling hometown heroes likes Bruce Springsteen, Byers's styling is 100 per cent born in the USA and bang on trend right now. Think heavyweight tonal layers made up from denim, plaid flannel shirts and corduroy-trim jackets – all good looking and all the mark of a man who can finish a shift doing hard labour and still have the muscle to fight off a supernatural entity. Geek Is Good Of all the Stranger Things kids, Dustin (played by Gaten Matarazzo) is arguably the most lovable. His taste in old-school geek style is admirable and he's certainly schooled us in the ways of how to pull it off, with retro graphic designs that have transcended the decades. Check out his instantly iconic periodic table T-shirt, a replica of a Brontosaurus hoodie (that was subsequently put back into production by the Science Museum of Minnesota and went on to sell 18,000 units), a retro orthodontists' shirt ("Brace yourself for the future!"), and trucker-style caps. If there's one lesson to take from this show, it's that the geeks shall inherit the Earth. Buy Now: $36.95 You Can Never Have Too Much Hair Talk all you want about Steve being a high school douchebag-turned-action hero, but you're simply be ignoring the bouffanted elephant in the room: Steve's hair. Just look it, comprehend the volume – the sheer unrelenting, unashamed volume. One part Tom Cruise, one part George Michael, and two parts Patrick Swayze, it's achieved by Steve's secret combo of products including Farrah Fawcett spray. While that's pure fiction, of course, the style is a real-world marvel – at once both ludicrous and sexy, and suits both formal and and casual. In fact, he's not the only Stranger Things character promoting the "more is more" philosophy when it comes to hair. Look at Dustin's brilliant mop of curls, and Billy's spectacular barnet, which is as much a mane as it is a mullet. Brands Are Bringing Retro Style Into This Dimension Fortunately, you don't have to travel to the Upside Down to get your hands on some sweet Stranger Things style. Brands have been jumping on-board the demonic ride into an evil parallel universe by releasing ace collaborations based on the series. H&M has released a range of Stranger Things summer wear, Louis Vuitton showcased a Stranger Things print on the catwalk, Levi's have a selection of graphic tees, and Nike has lined up a "Hawkins High School" collection of retro-flavoured sneakers.

Art nouveau and Victorian styles - North Platte Telegraph Posted: 14 Jul 2019 01:05 AM PDT When trying to decide what my next article's subject will be, sometimes I just walk through my home and think about one of my favorite subject areas, or at least I will look at what is hanging on my walls. And, when I did just that, I remembered that I haven't written about the beautiful art nouveau sterling silver tray in my photo today. And, while I am on the subject of what is setting on my Victorian "Man of the North" or "North Wind" carved hat or clothes rack, I might mention the oval picture frame on the top right corner of my photo holds a small embroidery scene that my son's great grandmother (Grandma Tripp) embroidered for us one year. It is a Christmas scene of the birth of Christ. I was always buying kits for her to embroider for us so she could stay busy with her hands. Little did I know, she had this one done in just a couple of hours. It turned out so pretty, I decided to frame it and I have kept it all these years. My art nouveau silver boudoir or dressing table tray has hallmarks on the back so I am positive it is sterling and it even has the maker's marks, as well. This would have been made between 1890 and 1910 — actually falling into the Victorian era as well. This is why it is sometimes difficult to separate the two, however the Victorian period did run from the 1880s to the 1920s — and possibly even earlier. When the lady of the house would have her own dressing table and bench (or chair) in their bedroom, she would gently lay her jewelry for that day into this tray placed on her table or desk. Sometimes the tray would hold hair brushes which may have matched the style of the tray. Many times, they might have matching clothing, lint brushes or maybe a button hook lying on this tray, too. The design on this tray would be considered to be "repoussé" — a certain pattern or technique working from the reverse or back side of a piece of metal to make the pattern even more profuse and definite. Some would call it a raised metal design or pattern. It is absolutely beautiful and seemed to just flow or never end like a flowing river without any banks. I love the style but I am afraid I would be totally out of character in that time period. I am more of a jeans and cowgirl boot gal, if you know what I mean. But, I love the old movies with these styles in them, for instance, "Gone With The Wind" could be considered a Victorian style film with their long beautiful gowns and their ornate picture and painting frames, and the style of their furniture. However, "Gone With The Wind" was cast as a Civil War era film, of course, about 20 years earlier than the art nouveau period. But, please remember that many styles are just combinations of other styles from prior eras — or a combination of styles and/or designs borrowed from another time period and mixed in with the present designs. The art nouveau period presented women with long beautiful flowing hair. There were definitely cherubs and angels — even fairies — that were designed into the style of art nouveau. And, I cannot forget the lovely scroll work and the gorgeous designs with flowers or a floral motif. All of the above are combined into the works of metal — mainly sterling silver — which we can enjoy with just about any style of living you wish to add to it. I think even the name, art nouveau, creates a sound of flowing energy and reminds us all of a very different time and a different way of life. As I watch pricing on the internet these days regarding "true" antiques, it seems they are all over the place. It is very difficult to appraise today so many will just consider the sterling silver content as if it were melted down — ouch — which is one thing I hate to see happen. When sterling is sold only for the silver content, it scares me somedays to think about all those beautiful antiques and treasures being lost forever. We do what we need to do — I understand that times are much different today, but I pray that not all of our beautiful pieces will be melted down and reused for other purposes. We need to save as much of the past as we possibly can for the future — our children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. The story needs to be told over and over again — remind our younger generations about the hard times of years ago and our war times, and don't forget the beautiful times between the wars when most everyone was rejoicing over our freedoms. Art nouveau is a truly fine and elegantly classy style for clothing, furniture, jewelry, paintings and many other things. Its just another beautiful part of American history.

Tom Holland's Style: How To Dress Like The Spider-Man Star - FashionBeans Posted: 08 Jul 2019 08:04 AM PDT It should have taken a hero of enormous stature to stand up and outshine the Avengers, but Tom Holland did it with little more than superheroic likability. Okay, that and a Spider-Man suit. The British actor is still a relative newcomer in Hollywood but has the poise and profile of someone who's been doing it for years. Of course, it helps that he looks every inch the matinee movie star, with a wardrobe to match. Holland's style brings together contemporary items with a classic leading man vibe. Think an updated take on the old school Hollywood star, pairing flawless tailoring with casual menswear staples. If you ever wanted proof that a white T-shirt belongs beneath a formal jacket as much as it does a hoodie, then Holland is your friendly neighbourhood style icon. There's also a manly edge to his off-duty style, with masculine classics and tonal looks that sit between the slickly-styled machismo of the 1950s and 21st-century streetwear. If your style sense is tingling, get some wardrobe inspiration from his best looks below. No Shirt Required Proving that he's the undisputed hero of replacing a formal shirt with a simple tee, this is Holland playing to his strengths. He's got a seemingly endless rack of exquisite tailoring – all slim through the body and perfectly fitted – perhaps cropped at the ankle. There's also something of the 1950s rock 'n' roll era with this get-up – the cut and lapels call back to the days of hip-swivelling sex icons and his hair is swept back almost into a pompadour. The Super Suit While he's a dab hand at updating the formal look with some youthful pizazz, Holland does the classics too. And classic is absolutely the word here, as Holland puts a 21st-century spin on the matinee-era star with this broad double-breasted jacket, calling back to 1930s Hollywood. It's slim cut through the body – another example of Holland's keen eye (not to mention body size) for swish tailoring – to create a refined, elegant look. Though again, you'll note that there's not a shirt or tie to be seen. Clark Kent take note. Suede & Stripes Continuing his knack for squeezing every last drop of modern style from retro-inspired items, here's a look that's pure vintage. There's a '70s feel to the striped shirt (with open collar for extra street cred), a '60s Easy Rider-looking suede jacket with a contemporary cut, and a touch of the '50s thrown in with Holland's pushed back side-parting. It's an outfit that spans at least three decades, but the overall feel is timeless. Pushing Back The Years Another of Holland's more manly looks, this invokes the spirit of movie stars from eras past – including stylish alphas such as Cary Grant, Robert De Niro – mostly thanks to a tonal outfit that rolls back the decades. There's a throwback '50s feel to the striped, open-collar shirt and the combination of dark green and burgundy (seen for the second time on this list) shows that he can take on boss-level colour combos and win. Hollywood Fall Guy This dapper combo shows off Tom Holland's love of autumnal colours and it's almost his sense of style in one look – slick tailoring with plaid trousers, a plain T-shirt to dial down the formality, and an air of classic Hollywood leading man brought into the modern day with the interesting colour palette. Brogues without socks are a risk but work thanks to the cut of trousers and well-matched colours. Who Needs Spandex? Holland's back in his favoured burgundy for this look, which is yet another play on the classic Hollywood superstar (like an all-in-one superhero suit but, well, incredibly tailored). Holland dials down the formality with his go-to plain tee beneath the jacket, but the real spangle here is the flawless tailoring of the unconventional jacket. With its standout lapels and almost sports-like fit, it's a good example of someone dressing for their height – the slim, tonal styling making him look taller. Going Long Bringing something new or unique to the red carpet is a risk: death or glory, in style terms. In this case, Holland nails it. Instead of going all out on colours, he plays with formality thanks to the unusually long jacket. It's still a classic example of Holland's ability to wear good tailoring and works as an elongated upgrade on the standard suit jacket, fitting something like a tailored raincoat. Beneath the jacket, Holland shows off one of the first rules of easy men's style: if in doubt, pare down with neutral colours and unfussy combos. Dark Avenger Every superhero needs a secret identity and here Holland trades in the tailoring for a more laid-back outfit – darker and more rugged without necessarily going fully casual. As before, there's a touch of '50s styling about him, channeling the super-cool spectre of James Dean with Converse, dark jeans, and trucker-style jacket. Like classic tailoring, it's a look that hasn't gone out of style in 70 years. A Hollywood Classic As a lover of classic menswear, Holland must love a black tie invitation, because it means he can pull out showstopping dinner jackets like this one. He opts again for a broad double-breasted option cut slim through the torso – with those eye-catching, oversized buttons making sure he stands out – and keeps it formal by ditching his usual tee for a pristine white shirt. This is one suit that even billionaire playboy Bruce Wayne would envy. The Name's Holland, Tom Holland Taking a leaf out of the book of everyone's other favourite style hero, James Bond, this suit wouldn't look amiss on Daniel Craig. Though Holland would be the first to admit that he doesn't quite have that kind of beef, so relies on a cutaway collar and windowpane check to broaden the torso. He keeps it simple with a two-tone blue combo – a tonal match that never fails with formalwear – and adds a three-colour striped tie and shake and stir the formality.

Love Jeans? You've Got Gloria Vanderbilt To Thank For That - Refinery29 Posted: 18 Jun 2019 12:00 AM PDT Gloria Vanderbilt, who died earlier this week at the age of 95, was so much more than her moneyed name. The New York socialite eschewed uptown conventions, and spent her life realizing brilliant, ballsy visions that made her an iconoclast among peers. Vanderbilt was an artist, actress, author, designer, model, philanthropist and fashion mogul at a time when most women of her station were just wives and mothers. And while she reportedly inspired her friend Truman Capote's famous character Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany's, her style went way beyond daytime pearls and smoking gloves.

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