The biker vest: a must have for the best dressed

from left to right: Karl for Net-a-Porter two-tone leather vest, Karl for Net-a-Porter denim vest, Iro black leather vest

Take it or leave it, I'll give you a little piece of advice. The biker vest is way underrated, and will add the punch of playfulness to any simple outfit you may be sporting. In denim or leather, you'll look so rad in it no matter the weather. And as for us New Yorkers (who dress like we're better than everyone else--just kidding--seriously though how cool is that sign?), February has been quite kind to us (let's not jinx it), so why not take advantage and use it to keep us warm enough under our coats? 

If you're burning to find out why motorcycle vests are so ubiquitously popular, check this out: they allow motorcyclists to show their club affiliations with patches and other accessories, often sewn and worn on these vests to display their association with a particular biker club. Given motorcycle jackets are very often too warm during hot summer months and restrict movement when layered with other clothing for warmth during cooler months, vests are worn in order to lessen the amount of layers on bikers' arms and help with movement, while still allowing motorcyclists to display their patches while riding. 

So what will it be? Do you have a favorite vest among those I've chosen above? What's your take on the look?

The high-top sneaker: a comfortable canvas for high fashion

‘Tis the season to stand out whether it be spaced out, studded, or wild. 

sneakers, from left to right, top to bottom: Karl, Isabel Marant, Miu Miu & Pierre Hardy

You've most likely noticed the recent invasion of luxury designer branded trainers in the fashion scene, and of course trickling down to the streets of style. Brands such as Isabel Marant, Miu Miu, Pierre Hardy and of course our dear beloved Karl for Net-a-Porter, have used some of their fashion forward tricks to stir some unexpected and unique kicks in a new-found popular canvas: the high-top sneaker. And so the time came to rebuke all assumptions characterizing fashion as a purely whimsical art form: fusing forward fashion footwear with the active market definitely bridges the gap between  function and fashion.

sneakers: Karl for Net-a-Porter

Of course I could not resist Karl's edition of the high-tops. Like how they shine in the above snapshot? Let me tell you something: I love their comfiness even more. Got it? Fashion & comfort--now is that enough to convince you? Come on, you know you'd just loooove a pair!

Gloves: both a necessity and a fashion statement

As the Winter approaches and the cold weather becomes unavoidable, gloves become a necessity. If you haven't flaunted the ultimate fashion accessory yet, you'll need to do so very soon for warming purposes. Why not make it a double whammy and get a fabulous pair that suits your personal style? 

gloves, from left to right: Burberry (on sale!), Valentino & Bally (on sale too!)

I could not help myself but to mention Karl Lagerfeld's outstanding sense of style and influence when it comes to gloves. Indeed, gloves have long been a trademark of his. Being the first designer to introduce fashion accessories and jewelry on the runway back in the 1970s, the Kaiser is surely an important figure to look up to, especially for his accessorizing skills. If you are feeling mischievous, opt for the rocker chic fingerless look. If you'd rather keep warm yet want to keep the rock on, those Valentinos will make your heart melt. Or if you like a more classic look, there is always Burberry or Bally, both on sale! 

Karl Lagerfeld wearing one of his trademarks: the biker gloves 

So, have I convinced you yet to give in? Remember, you are arming yourself for the Winter ... AND accessorizing in style of course!