Hot Latin Fashions
N E W Y O R K, April 12, 2002 -- What defines Latin American fashion? It's all about ruffles, femininity, sexiness, comfort and funky accessories.
The biggest Hollywood stars — Halle Berry, Jennifer Lopez and Cameron Diaz — have been spicing up their looks with the latest Latin American inspired fashions.
In the latest issue of Oprah Winfrey's magazine, O, an entire layout is dedicated to the Latin look.
The magazine's Creative Director, Adam Glassman, said women are embracing this look now more than ever before. "Latin fashion has been around for years, but now it seems to be the time women are ready for pretty, feminine, romantic, flirty, sexy clothing and color," Glassman said. :There's nothing like color to lift the spirit and Latin clothes are soulful."
Glassman chose six different latin looks that anyone can pull off on their own.
Look No. 1
This is a typical Spanish-style look. It's carefree and sexy. There's an off-the-shoulder peasant blouse that's Mexican.Peasant Top by DKNY City, $88Skirt by DKNY, $228Belt, Jennifer Scott for Apropo, $195Thongs by Oscar de la Renta, $380Coral Necklace by Kenneth Jay Lane, $138
Look No. 2
This look is Spanish and you can make it happen with only a couple dollars if you just get the blouse. You can pair it with jeans or a suit. The three-tiered skirt in this look is full, comfortable and colorful. Color is key in Latin fashion. You can also add a shawl, or a "mantilla" to the look. You can wrap it around your waist or around your shoulders.
Top by H & M, $9Calypso Skirt $150Shawl by Adrienne Landau, $375Shoes by Banana Republic, $68Bangles by ME & RO $685 Silver Earrings by ME & RO, $360Belt by Chan Luu, $155Necklace by Kenneth Jay, $140
Look No. 3
You can incorporate this look by using your own wardrobe. Take your own jeans and add a Mexican wedding-inspired shirt.
Top by Cynthia Steffe, $165Jeans by Tommy Hilfiger, $49Necklace by Banana Republic, $48Bag by T-Bags, $205Shoes by Stuart Weitzman, $180Belt by Banana Republic, $38Earrings by RJ, $75
Look No. 4
This is a Southwest look with a bright yellow off-the-shoulder blouse.
Top by Miguelina, $210Skirt by Jill Stuart, $495Earrings by Monies, $80Shoes by Oscar de la Renta, $435Wooden Bangles by RJ Graziano, $55 eachBelt by Banana Republic, $45
Look No. 5
This inexpensive summer dress has a Spanish influence, and it sums up everything about Latin style. It's flirty and sexy with embroidered flowers on it.
H & M Dress, $39Hat by Arden B, $28Bag by T-Bags, $195Necklace by Monies, $225Wedge Espadrilles by Kate Spade, $125Savitt Gold Hoops (2 1/2inch) by M&J, $170
Look No. 6
This sexy Flamenco-inspired dress shows off the shoulder and leg.
Dress by Diane Von Furstenburg, $300Shoes by Jimmy Choo Shoes, $615
To get the Latin look for less, try gathering just three key pieces. An off-the-shoulder peasant blouse, a colorful shawl and a full skirt with ruffles and lace will do the trick.