stcksandstnes: New Years Fashion Forecast with stcksandstnes

The season of ‘New Year Resolutions’ is upon us.

Karlie Kloss

We are all going to have to/will surely feel severely pressured to 'set these goals' over the next few weeks, fuelled by often awkward holiday party conversations culminating in overly dramatic breakdowns about the future - or maybe that's just us! So, we thought we would take our own twist on the idea by giving you guys the stcksandstnes New Years Fashion Forecast for 2014. This forecast will compile a list of what every girl/woman/man/dog will need/crave fashion-wise come the new year! Here at stcksandstnes, we love a good trend but more than that, fashion comes first! So get your pens ready because you’re not going to want to miss this! These are not only our must-haves for 2014 but staples for our wardrobes...and yours!!

1. Jumpsuits

Yes we’ve seen them pop in and out of fashion over the last couple of years however we believe that 2014 is truly, year of the onesie! Whether they be long, short or of the overall or button variety, jumpsuits are your new best friend. The power of this playful piece of clothing is practical yet stylish flair such an item of clothing presents for the wearer. We may be a tad bias, given the unspoken mantra to our lives is effectively something along the lines of, 'everything should be a jumpsuit'/'everything is better when it's a jumpsuit'/or 'be a jumpsuit, unless you can be a jumpsuit with pom poms - then be that!' Basically, we're jumpsuit obsessed and if we could find ones appropriate for every life occasion you'd never see us out of them! However, our bias has merit, we promise! 1. Shorts or pants on the bottom - ultimate practicality for a silly night out or a freak weather change (we do live in Melbourne after all) The top too so it's not going anywhere! 2. Default coordination - we love a matchy-matchy top short combo. 3. Everything is just automatically cuter as a jumpsuit, it just can't help it!! Rompers and playsuits are perfect for summer and the panted jumpsuit chic for the colder months!

* We promise a big post on our jumpsuit obsession soon!!

Here are a few pics of our favourite one-piece wonders for 2014!

Alice McCall Spring 2013

Olivia Palermo

Olivia Palermo in Diane von Furstenberg

Shakuhachi - WE HAVE THIS ONE!

2. Mnologie Perspex Clutch - order them here!

Our second fashion forecast for 2014 would have to be Perspex clutches. In particular - the personalised ones from Mnologie which see fashion blogger royalty including the girls from howtwolive go gaga - these are must have bags on the Christmas list! The Indonesian based brand is inspired by nature with the materials used for each piece hand-sourced from various travel spots the designer has visited. As a result, these effortlessly chic perspex clutches with their gold hardware and personalised name plates are phenomenal, including the minaudière bags (these are the ones we're imagining in hand - reading property of stcks+stnes) In addition to the classic gold-plated bags, there are similarly those for the more mysterious, housing cute pouches that leave your belongs less than overtly on display. These designs with their witty slogans, reading 'célinemealone' and 'aint Laurent without Yves' are equally swoon-worthy. We love the idea of being able to name our own bags and their see-through designs make them the perfect compliment to any outfit choice with endless options for coordination! We NEED to get our hands on these for 2014!!

3. Ear Cuffs

Okay, so we know that this has been a long time coming, with Jess having called the ear cuff trend a whole three years ago but we think 2014 is the year they will really take off in the fashion world - and hopefully that means a solid filtering down through the middle market so we don't have to squander a fortune on these bad boys (although most of our faves will break the bank!) This new must-have accessory has been flaunted by every celeb, including our fave Cara sporting them both on the red carpet and the runway! Whether you go for a simple silver punk rock cuff or prefer something a bit more dressed up adorned with stunning gems, this look is sure to cater for every fashion desire. This look is most on trend, in our opinion, when paired with a minimalistic outfit - letting the cuff do the talking! The difference between this baby and its sister-accessory the statement earring : they're meant to be worn unevenly so our tip is to pair this piece with a sleek hairstyle worn to the side ala Cara at the Met Gala. Best of all, no piercing required!Why wear earrings when you can wear a whole ear worth of bling in one simple cuff?!

Repossi ear cuff

Punk Perfection - Cara at the Met Gala

4. Midi Skirts

We’ve done the mini and the maxi so now comes time for the midi length skirt. This trend can be worn tight, flared or loose and if done correctly can add inches to your height. It's all about the hemline: the sweet spot lies just below the knee. This hemline elongates the leg, creating a sophisticated and sexy look perfect for any occasion but in order to fully pull off this trend, it's all about proportions!! Consider the rest of the outfit for the intended effect beginning with the top which must be either tucked or cropped. Come time to pick shoes, these can be anything to add a bit of oomph to the outfit. Little heeled ankle boots or the classic pump are full proof options that are sure to make a statement but if you are more daring, try pairing this trend with a loafer or something that transforms your outfit into a style queen worthy ensemble! This elegant length is sure to make a statement in the fashion world come 2014 and beyond!

Manning Cartell - We saw this gorgeous look at MSFW2013

5. Bum-bags

Now we know what you’re thinking, aren’t bum bags the number one accessory for overly cautious tourists and market vendors??! The answer is yes, yes they are. We rocked the trend ourselves at our Camberwell market stall a few months ago and god, it was convenient to say the least! But we’re not talking about the classic fluro nylon bum bags with quirky Disney characters or surf labels printed on their fronts. Just think Louis Vuitton, Chanel and DKNY to name a few designers who have adopted this trend and transformed it into the ultimate lust-have accessory for 2014. Practicality-meets-high fashion is the perfect description for this fanny pack fashion faux pas of the past - a hands free device to carry all your goodies never looked so chic. Time to shift gears everyone, we’re going back to the 90’s for a little bum bag loving!! I mean, if Chanel makes one, it must be chic!