As I’m sure we are already aware, blogs provide a perfect means of procrastination. There’s always a newly discovered blog to explore,  archival posts to catch up on, or links to jump to. I know for me, it often happens when I’m already on my computer working on something, and I need a momentary distraction or my mind wanders. This occurs way too often for my own good, but at least I can admit it.

Last night, as I was working on the next iteration of the presentation for the Enterprize National Competition (next week!), I found myself on the Jak & Jil blog. Now, I’ve always known about it and Tommy Ton, but for whatever reason, never actually explored it with great attention. Well I did last night, that’s for sure, and became mildly obsessed. There is something about his photos and the way he captures his subjects that I love, and the variation in composition, oftentimes only shooting the shoes of an outfit, that is interesting and compelling. Stylistically educational, both through the photos and his brief accompanying words. So I went through about 40 pages of the blog last night, and though it wasn’t exactly the most productive evening from a work standpoint, I feel as though I learned a lot, and benefited from exploring Jak & Jil. This is needless justification, perhaps, but I have no regrets.

Tommy Ton also shoots for Style.com, and so I eventually wandered over there by way of a link on his blog. Entitled Decade Hopping, the post was about “the Return (Again) of Seventies Chic”, and focused on highlighting the contrast in styles inspired by the 80s which we’ve been seeing a lot of recently, and those influenced by the 70s. I love this. A fashion photo essay of sorts, with beautiful women in fantastic outfits communicating a shift in trends and inspiration.

In the words of Tommy Ton, “Some members of the fashion flock are staying faithful to the hard-edged 80s look…

… Others are rediscovering the subtler palette and more feminine silhouettes of the 70s.”

All Images: http://www.style.com

What do you prefer, styles influenced by the 70s or 80s?

I love the rocker-chic quality of 80s inspired pieces and the harder-edged details (studs? yes please!), but I must say, I’m excited to start playing around with the softer silhouettes and more muted colour palette and see how others style these looks. Loving the neutral tones, flowy fabrics, long lengths and layering possibilities.

Tres chic and perfect for spring and summer. Ah, warm weather, how I miss thee. Here’s to hoping that my upcoming trip to Vegas will fulfill this need for the time being.