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Boucle Fabric Trend 2023
 
When we look at trends that rapidly take over our senses, we can thank social media for this. Scrolling our feeds is the new way we find out what is considered in style. Traditionally, new trends would start up and end with each passing season. Now, however, with the world at our fingertips, trends can be born quite literally overnight. All it takes is a celebrity, or influencer, to upload a photo of their latest hot new look, or purchase and you have that instant domino effect. Even with this so called, instant fathom, it takes something special that can stand the test of time to be able to withhold such a strong influence on the world. Which makes what I am going to discuss today, that much more meaningful.

The boucle trend has lasted not just a year, not just a decade, but over 60 years of changing fashion. The fabrication, woven from a specific type of looped wool yarn and derived from the French term for, “ringed” or “curled,” has become synonymous with high-end style. And though it has been used for years to create clothes and furniture for centuries, it was arguably Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel who put it on the sartorial map.

Boucle Jacket Trend 2023
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Inspired by menswear tailoring, Chanel created the first iteration of her iconic bouclé jacket-and-skirt set back in the 1950s, and it has been considered one of the chicest things you can wear ever since. There might be this alluring, wealthy air about wearing boucle, but through the years, fashionista’s have found fresh ways of integrating the fabric into their wardrobes, interpreting the trend by wearing it in most notably, a jacket with a pair of jeans and great leather loafers. And rocking it from day to evening with a simple classy aesthetic. Doing so and creating that instant style status look. 

Boucle Jacket Trend 2023
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Fashion comes back and gets interpreted for the modern stylish woman who adores retro but wants to be in a modern stance. Lately, that is the case with the boucle fabric trend. Most notably, it seems this jacket version of the fabric has been taken over in the past few weeks. And this trend is something I can get on board with. If you want to make this style all your own, start with the iconic jacket. This isn’t just a mature look, but you can add some edge with a pair of jeans, boots, and even a classy dress over it for a night-time affair. The thing that makes this fabric so amazing is the ability to have a classic and versatile factor built right in. Not many people can say this about a trending look.

Boucle Originated

Boucle has its origin in Europe, where it was a popular mid-century style. Boucle fabric was originally made from wool. However, like most fabrics, designers have found other ways of making boucle fabrics, and they incorporate materials like linen, silk, polyester, and cotton.

Who Invented Boucle 

Bouclé however was invented in the late 1940s by Eero Saarinen on the request of American Architect Florence Knoll.

When Did It First Become Popular

The textile first became popular in the late 1940's and early 1950's amongst interior and fashion designers alike.

Why Is It So Popular

Yet it's the rugged-textured fabric's intrinsic properties that designer Tina Ramchandani reasons for the material's recent rise in popularity.

Comfort and Ease - Boucle has the best of both worlds when it comes to comfort and look.

What Is Boucle Chanel

Bouclé (and Tweeds) are woven fabrics of many different threads.

… by its curly, knotted appearance that is created by its open, woven weave, with fancy yarn, lurex threads, trims, ribbons, sequins in various colours.

If you are looking for new ways to style Boucle, I have included some examples of styles to get chicly inspired. Shop the post for some gorgeous Boucle jackets for yourself.


What do you think about the boucle trend?

Written by Heather Noire



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Review The Nespresso Maker

Coffee is a drink prepared from roasted coffee beans. Darkly coloured, bitter, and slightly acidic. Coffee has a stimulating effect on humans, primarily due to its caffeine content. It is the most popular drink in the world.

Seeds of the Coffea plant’s fruits are separated to produce unroasted green coffee beans. The beans are roasted and then ground into fine particles that are typically steeped in hot water before being filtered out, producing a cup of coffee. It is usually served hot, although chilled or ice coffee is common. I personally, prefer my beverages hot. And the only cold drink I enjoy is either a cocktail or bottle of water.

Coffee itself can be prepared and presented in a variety of ways. What is most impressive is when artisan comes to mind. And coffee art has become a huge deal. I love the designer themed ones. They just make your cup of coffee that chicer.

Expresso (my personal favourite), French press, caffe latte, or already brewed coffee. Sugar substitutes or none, cream, are all often used to mask the bitter taste or enhance the flavour. Which works out perfectly since a touch of something special can add to your coffee brewing experience. 

Though coffee is now a global commodity, it has a long history tied closely to food traditions around the Red Sea. The earliest credible evidence of coffee drinking in the form of the modern beverage appears in modern-day Yemen from the mid-15th century in Sufi shrines, where coffee seeds were first roasted and brewed in a manner similar to current methods. The Yemenis procured the coffee beans from the Ethiopian Highlands via coastal Somali intermediaries and began cultivation. By the 16th century, the drink had reached the rest of the Middle East and North Africa, later spreading to Europe. In the 20th century, coffee became a global commodity, creating different coffee cultures around the world.

Everyone loves heading over to your best café for a cup of fun in your mouth. But when it comes to being at home, why can’t you have that taste even in your own kitchen? I have searched many products to see what can give you the taste of lattes and expresso at home. And I came up with The Nespresso Maker. Not only is this a genius in one machine. It can curb the coffee gurus in all of us and satisfy even the toughest caffeine critic. You can order the pods of any flavour and be your own barista in a flash without knowing how to make a speciality coffee drink. The machine basically does it for you and the results are worthy of a close-up. 

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I am not easily impressed, so it takes a lot to impress me. This comes from many things. But when it comes to this machine it has its pros and cons which I will list below if you are considering buying this as a gift for someone out there, or maybe pick it up for yourself (no judging here). I think making everyone’s life easier is a must have so keep reading with my pros and cons list on The Nespresso Maker

VertuoPlus Grey & Aeroccino3 Milk Frother

PRO

It offers the perfect combination of style and convince for a unique coffee experience at home. It isn’t bulky and looks just so sleek in your kitchen. You will literally be admiring the entire time you stand in your kitchen.

PRO

It comes with a milk frother, for easy preparation to make your Cappuccinos and Lattes.

CON

It might be confusing if you are not used to using something like this. But there is an instructional manual for easy step by step instructions and believe me it isn’t as hard as it may appear.

CON

The pods might seem like an inconvenience to order but they offer free samples with purchase to try flavours out and see which ones you want to have on hand for yourself.

PRO

Available in a variety of colours and finishes. 13 colours to be exact. So, you will find something that fits your personal style at an ease with a convenient photos online.

CON

This is a general thing, but the price is a big thing. It isn’t exactly cheap but for what you get it is so worth the price. Right now, it is on sale so make sure to take advantage of sales any chance you get.

FINAL SAY

I defiantly think the pros outweigh the cons from personal experience as I tested this myself and I can tell you it has changed my coffee drinking game. I feel like my own personal coffee barista when I wake up in the morning to early weekend days after brunch. I can make myself and enjoy a lovely cup of caramel expresso since I love my hot coffee strong. Lattes are fabulous but expresso gets the job done.

I highly recommend this product and hope can get a chance to try it out for yourself.

What do you think of The Nespresso Maker?

Written by Heather Noire

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Stylish Anti It Bag Trend

A few weeks ago, I found myself browsing through a very chic antique shop when I saw this elegant older woman walk in-a typical off-duty casual look, she embodied a confident city lady. She dawned a Moncler puffer coat, sensible light-wash jeans, and simple Stan Smith trainers. Her bag was fantastic, though unrecognisable it stole the show. It wasn’t covered in a monogram not a tiny logo (as far as I could see). It was brown, square, and discreet. But this intriguing anonymous medium-size piece was of obvious stellar quality: thick leather, a sturdy shape, and over-the-shoulder practical. Upon a second glance, I realized it was a Tod’s bag with a vintage veneer. It was almost nondescript, yet it was the most impactful purse I’ve seen in quite some time.

A bag as one of the most important accessories, has the power to uplift, elevate, and pull together an outfit. It’s a timeless symbol, whether you are an exec hauling a Saint Laurent Sac De Jour, a stylish fashion girl parading a Celine Satchel Tote, or a vintage lover clutching a classic Prada Tote. The visible everyday use combined with the knowledge of how much that bag must cost speaks volumes about how a minimalist investment conscious person approaches fashion. 

More powerful than the purses I mentioned above are the anonymous and well-made ones. When you look at a casual looking designer bag, some people turn to the Louis Vuitton Neverful which comes in a variety of sizes. The monogram is recognizable and defiantly lacks anonymity. This could be the same for the classic Chanel Flap bag which comes in many leathers, colours, and designs. As classic as this piece is known to the fashion world, it still has a logo. Maybe not as massive, but it is still present.

When it comes to describing the anti-it bags, it goes without saying. A bag that has quality craftsmanship, sustainable hardware, or strap, and well-crafted in beauty is the unexpected. 

One may wish for the perfect shoulder bag, great drop, excellent shape, and the perfect depth so you don’t have to limit what you can fit inside and be able to be dressed up and down for all occasions. This may seem like a tall order, but you can find this exact design by looking on the vintage market. 

I have a few lovely examples of anonymous anti-it bags to wear this season and always look put together. 

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I mean when it comes to one of the happiest time of year don’t, we all just want to believe in magic. Well, rocking this shinny fabric in multiple styles will make you feel like you’re in an old-time movie and shinning from every angle, so you are the star on the Christmas tree.

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The best thing about autumn, is the feel of the crisp air that seems to kiss your face as you seamlessly walk out the door. I live for the roasted creamy warm inviting lattes and soft rich desserts that just make me so excited that fall is here. It may seem like summer came and went, but this year the autumn styles are flooding the store window displays in such an energetic way. I love nothing better than seeing the new styles not just in the stores but overlapped on some chic people. I don’t know about you, but I love nothing than to style watch. It gives you a much-needed sense of what someone’s personality is like, and you get to see some trendy impressive outfits. 

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