My Short Editorial on Guys.

I always swore to myself I'd never turn Eloise into my own personal diary, but sometimes things happen in life that you feel obligated to share with others. Not to receive attention of any kind, but to let other people know perhaps what they are experiencing, I'm experiencing too. 

The Very Whimsical Peter Pan Collar

Just a short post on a trend I'm currently infatuated with: the peter pan collar. While doing some research on the subject I came across fashionpreserve.blogspot.com 's tidbit on it...

"Online sources are scant as regards the precise origin of the term, but it's safe to say that this style had its heyday among girls and teens in the 1950s, when, worn peeking over the neckline of a cardigan, possibly with a set of starter pearls, it was emblematic of chaste good grooming."

While the current interpretation of the collar does give off a sort of "good girl"vibe, it's also just whimsical and fun. To me, it's another interpretation of a menswear item (oxford shirt) by us girls. We rounded up the edges, making it soft and feminine while keeping the look classy and refined. And doesn't it just compliment the face so well? At first reserved for the indie-cool fashionable girls like Alexa Chung and Carey Mulligan, peter pan collars have now entered the fashion world, invading runways, clothing lines, and our favorite celebrities.

US versus UK: Magazine Covers, August 2011

What's this? You forgot Eloise even existed? Ahh, I almost did for a moment too, things have been unbelievably busy. I'm so late on this August magazine post that I'm sure you have all seen these covers by now. But if not, here they are for you. Compared and put to the test, hopefully paired with some insightful comments from yours truly. Design contest--- GO!


1. VOGUE

Vogue US: I absolutely adore the Burberry coat, and I'm so glad Vogue decided to use it in the cover photo. However, Sarah Jessica Parker looks a little too posed for me. As if she is standing with friends in a facebook picture. I like a little more movement, or the illusion of movement in a cover photo, as if she was captured in a moment. I know it's not fair to ask our actresses and celebrities to ALSO be models, but unfortunately (or fortunately depending how you look at it), it's a part of the job.


Vogue UK: The first thing I notice is the "G" is gone from Vogue. I know her head is right there, so it shouldn't matter, but for some reason it does to me. Like Vogue US's, I think I might prefer all of the text to be behind the head, having Kate pop out a bit.


WINNER: Vogue UK just has wonderfully soft, beautiful atmosphere made up, and Kate Moss looks absolutely perfect with her hair, make up, and dress. I just feel more invited to look inside with the gorgeous colors!