Olympics 2012 - Team UK

The wait for the Olympics is over! Tomorrow, we'll be treated to 16 days of exciting events sure to be talked about in households and workplaces all over the world. Everybody watches and everybody roots for their favorites. It's epic (for lack of a better term) to consider.

How to dress in honor of these events? I'm going to be giving a collection of pieces - each one inspired by a different country - that you can wear in support of the country/countries you might be cheering on. Since the Olympics this year are hosted in London, the UK is represented first.

Tee; Sweatshirt; Earrings; Flats; Socks; Coin Purse; Necklace; Tights;

Dress; Jeans; Sneakers; Tee #2

I've found pieces both specifically created for the Olympics and some not at all related for this set. The sweatshirt is Stella McCartney - modeled specifically after her Olympic uniforms designed for the United Kingdom. Others are merely clever and show an appreciation for the country like the earrings and the tights. Personally, I love the charm of the UK and appreciate the styling details on the dress or the fun symbols that represent London on the coin purse.

Want to see a specific country featured that might not be so obvious to your lovely blogger? Please feel free to drop me a line here or on Facebook and let me know some of the countries you guys are cheering on!

Until next time!

~ they seek her there

Lunch Break: Couture Olympic Uniforms

Just two short weeks from today, the London Summer Olympics begin! *cue lots of jumping around and excitement from my corner* Among other things, this means designers of all sorts have emerged from the woodwork to debut their collections which they've created for the nations of their respected Olympic teams. Below are a few of my favorites and links to their collection details...

1) Jamaica

(Credit to Mental Floss )

Designed by Cedella Marley (daughter of the infamous Bob Marley) for Puma, this collection is my favorite. Not only does it scream "resort/sportswear" - what is currently on trend - but it also has the most aesthetically pleasing color palette of all of the collections.

2) Germany

(Credit to International Business Times)

Adidas got an early start, revealing these uniforms in April. Again, this collection has an eye-catching color palette and great versatility. The jackets are easily dressed up or down!

3) South Korea

(Credit to SmartCanuks)

Fila is another company that was paying close attention to what is on trend when they decided to create South Korea's sailor-inspired uniforms. These offer a fresh and young look for each of the athletes attending the Opening Ceremonies. Even the men look great in these blazers!

4) New Zealand

(Credit to 3 News )

This was another designer paying attention to the menswear. The black jackets piped in white are screaming with classiness. The print on the women's dresses is a bit vintage inspired. These are two looks that really go together. Though these are standard black and white, I think this group is going to stand out at Opening Ceremonies.

Visit Mental Floss for all of the featured nations and let me know your favorites! I'll be back very soon with some looks inspired by the 2012 Olympic Games.

Until next time!

~ they seek her there

And I leave you with links!

As I mentioned late last week, I'll be leaving for a five day vacation in lovely Minneapolis tomorrow morning. While there, I don't think I'll be blogging all that much, but I'll do the best to update via Facebook and Twitter.

For your enjoyment while I'm away, I leave you with some interesting fashion links to pique your interests...

* What's so special about this dress? Look a bit closer. It's made out of gummy bears! Twelvmag has the whole story about this Alexander McQueen inspired gown made entirely out of the colorful confection.

(Photo courtesy of TwelvMag.com)

* Remember when I did that little featurette about cosplaying and fashion? Well, it seems that Racked wanted in on the action and did this article about the recent Anime Expo in L.A.

* Ladies, want in some more great deals from Kohls? Right now, they're having a massive Fourth of July sale that includes markdowns on these two cute tops! Peter Pan collars are really in, and you can't beat a neutral top that is only $16 and work appropriate!

* Part of keeping a blog is having a love for writing. If you share this passion, head over to Figment. You can feature your own original stories and create cover art for them! If nothing else, this is a great boredom deterrent...

* Going hand-in-hand with my Unconventional Styling post about the Fourth of July, MentalFloss has 15 Offbeat Holidays You Can Celebrate in July.

* My history buff side is showing. Brush up on your UK history in time for the London Olympics. Did you know there were probably female gladiators who competed at the Colosseum in Ancient Rome?

* Need to fill up your weekend? Try this DIY project from P.S. I Made This. It's a custom made geometric print top! The possibilities are endless. Personally, I'd get a faded neon tee from a craft store and go crazy...

* I'm a Chicago area native, so I have a lot of pride for my city. Another native, artist Steve Shanabruch, has done graphics for all of the Chicago neighborhoods. These are gorgeous even if you're unfamiliar with the city. Plus, you get a little history lesson on each of the neighborhoods.

* Apparently, a majority of you men out there think Pinterest is just for women. Your lovely counterpart Manteresting is up and running for your pleasure.

* Need a simple way to stay hydrated during these long, hot days? Here are three recipes from A Beautiful Mess to make your own fruit (and vegetable) infused water. Yum!

That's it for now, readers! Please feel free to check in with me this weekend through @seekherthere on Twitter if you're not already following me! I'll have a report coming to you early next week.

See you on the other side of the weekend...

~ they seek her there