Opposites Attract

 

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Blacks and whites, darks and lights, the trend right now in sporty gear and apparel is graphic and bold. Stripes, accents and color blocks of opposite colors give chic and elegant style to everyday sportswear. From down jackets to track spikes to even loungewear at home, here are 10 of our January favorites!

LEFT COLUMN: CANADA GOOSE CHILLIWACK BOMBER $595. A seriously warm coat with seriously major style, this bomber down jacket is crafted to withstand the harshest conditions and temperatures as low as -20°C. It is shown above in chic white with black lining, cuffs and closures, and an extra warm coyote-trimmed tunnel hood. NIKE ZOOM RIVAL D8 TRACK SPIKE $65. Don’t you wish you ran competitive track just to wear these these statement black, white and gray striped spikes? For those of you who do, we know you must be fast! ADIDAS BY STELLA MCCARTNEY WEEKENDER BACKPACK $130. Featuring contrasting black mesh all-around side pockets, elastic bungee strap and buckle to keep items secure, this tall off-white backpack has chic city style with sporty functionality.

CENTER COLUMN: ART PRODUCTION FUND + YOKO ONO WATER BOTTLE $28. Created in collaboration with Yoko Ono, stay hydrated with this stainless steel water bottle stamped with the artist’s signature “Imagine Peace” slogan in different languages. KIKI DE MONTPARNASSE SATIN TRIMMED JERSEY CAMISOLE $260 & PAJAMA SHORTS $195. Sexy is this sporty lounge and sleepwear from Kiki de Montparnasse. White semi-sheer ribbed cotton-blend jersey is contrasted by a black racer back and buttons fastening up the front. NIXON WATCHES “THE NEWTON” $125. Designed with elegant simplicity, with it’s rotating disc display, this watch tells you all the time you need to know. Shown above in black with white dot “hands”, it is also available in reverse, and in a selection of other colors as well.  NIKE SPORT HEADBANDS $10. Black, white, and striped, these thin graphic headbands come in a pack of 6.

RIGHT COLUMN: T BY ALEXANDER WANG BROAD STRIPE SWEATER $310. Cotton and merino wool blend, this ribbed graphic bold striped crew neck is the perfect all season sweater. MAVIC PLASMA HELMET $179.95. This high performance cycling helmet features an Ergo Fit Retention System, 20 sleekly constructed cooling Clima-vents, along with Alutex reinforcement, for pro-level fit, comfort and strength. ELIZABETH ROBERTS EPIC JACKET $695. The silhouette-skimming cut, pleated racing stripe sleeves, and graphic contrasting colors give elegant style to this sporty jacket. Made from Schoeller fabric, it is water, wind and stain repellent, and features hidden seam and forearm pockets, along with patented SmartShield protective pocket technology for mobile devices.

 

Animal Instincts

 

 

Get ready to release your inner beast with the animal kingdom covering everything from helmets to handbags and wedges to shades. Pythons, leopards, lions and more have taken over the streets, trails, runways and gyms, giving your sporty style a wild streak caged in layer of sophistication. 

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ROW 1: EQUIPMENT LEOPARD PRINT SILK BOMBER JACKET $295; HOLLANDIA SINGLE SPEED CITY LEOPARD BIKE $289; ROW 2: ADIDAS ORIGINALS PROFI UP WEDGE HI-TOPS $95; TYR WOMEN’S ZION DIAMONDFIT SWIMSUIT $69.99; REED KRAKOFF PYTHON LEATHER PENCIL SKIRT $3490; ROW 3: GIVENCHY ANTIGONA DUFFEL $3125ADIDAS BY STELLA MCCARTNEY STUDIO PRINTED RUNNING TIGHTS $80SAWAKO FURUNO LEOPARD BIKE HELMET $150; ROW 4: VANS SNAKE AUTHENTIC $55; TIFOSI OPTICS DEA SUNGLASSES WITH INTERCHANGEABLE LENSES $59.95

 

Tennis Whites… And Blacks and Grays

 

 

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The fortnight at Wimbledon is now underway and for the next two weeks we will watch the classic style of tennis whites in play. It is a timeless look and quite sophisticated when mixed with accents of black and gray. This is the trend in tenniswear this season. Very much in keeping with the spring/summer fashion trends, the designs are bold and graphic, featuring a palette of white, black and the shades in between. Above are nine of the season’s most winning combinations — dresses, skirts and tops so chic, they will keep you looking stylish even when the match is over.

ROW 1: NIKE PRINCESS WIDE STRAP TENNIS TANK TOP now $43.97. Dri-FIT top with ventiliating mesh panels keeps you cool in metallic shades of black and anthracite. Wide straps provide a supportive fit with body contoured seams for mobility and comfort. Pair with NIKE WOMENS LONDON 2013 PREMIER MARIA SKORT $65 from the Wimbledon 2013 collection to be worn by Maria Scharapova. LACOSTE SPRING PIQUE TENNIS DRESS $150. This cute black and white striped tennis dress features a fitted polo style top with built-in bra and fun flouncy bottom. FILA SUMMER COLLEZIONE PLEATED DRESS $76.99. From the sophisticated charcoal and white summer collection of dresses, tops and skirts, this Fila tennis dress, features a scoop neck with contrast trim and pleated skirt. Read More

 

The Color Of The Month: Yellow

 

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WITH FLOWERS STARTING TO BLOOM AND SPRING’S SUNSHINE WARMING THINGS UP, THE COLOR OF THE MONTH FOR APRIL IS YELLOW. 

 

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: ADIDAS BY STELLA MCCARTNEY RUN CLIMACOOL STRETCH TOP $853.1 PHILLIP LIM MEDIUM PASHLI SATCHEL $825BENSIMON “TENNIS” SNEAKERS $55; SURFTECH FLOWMASTER STAND UP PADDLE RACEBOARD $1400TORY BURCH SNAKE EDDIE BALLET FLAT $250HERSCHEL HERITAGE CANVAS $89.99TIMEX IRONMAN SLEEK 250 LAP TAPSCREEN $99.95OAKLEY RACING JACKET CUSTOM $250BOBBIN “BIRDIE” $650

 

 
 

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