Skull And Crossbones And Being Chic
Skull and crossbones fashions are all the rage this fall and winter — not just on Halloween!
The trend started with the release this summer of "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest," the sequel to "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl."
Ever since the film became a big hit, the skull and crossbones look has been getting bigger, with stars such as Minnie Driver, Jessica Alba and Natalie Portman sporting it.
It's now used not only on clothes, but on accessories for women and men, and is popular on baby clothes, dog clothes — and even housewares!
When skull and crossbones started, the look was mostly in black, white and silver. It had a very Goth look to it. Now, it's softened up, comes in all colors, and goes with almost any occasion.
On The Early Show Tuesday, style expert Zalis Zalis was on the plaza to share tips on how anyone can make skull and crossbones work in a wardrobe.
LOOK NO. 1: HIP SKULL AND CROSSBONES
Wearing a blazer over leggings is a hot trend this fall. Pair it with skull and bones! Zalis says rain boots are the new "Ugg." They go great with leggings because the leggings fit right in. Women are wearing the rain boots on rainy and sunny days. Skulls are mixed into the design of these bright-colored boots. The hot accessory this fall is hats. The Brokedown vintage hat has a skull on top and gold skull charms attached to it; this is a very Sienna Miller look. Because the skull boots are so bright, it's best to keep the other skull items subtle and monochromatic, with black. The black blazer has a small skull logo and then a bigger design on the back.
WHAT THE MODEL WORE IN THE SEGMENT FOR THIS LOOK:
CHICK BY NICKY HILTON WOVEN SKULL JACKET. $124
STYLISH CHOOKA RAIN BOOTS — shopintuition.com. These rain boots are tough and stylish. Whether you choose dueling skull, tattoo city or tossed skull, your feet will stay dry in style. Use the adjustable buckle at the top of the boot to tighten or loosen as much as you want. Rubber with moisture-absorbing cotton lining. Thirteen inches high. $58.00
boutiquetoyou.com — Brokedown Vintage Hat, as seen on Jessica Alba. Be one of the first to own the hot new hat in Hollywood, by Brokedown. $50.
NICKY HILTON RING - $8.99
LOOK NO. 2: PREPPY SKULL & CROSSBONES
Skulls don't have to equal Goth. This is a preppy skull look. If you don't want to wear big skull logos all over, this is the way to go. This mainstream preppy look has a small skull and bones logo on men's polo shirt. This look is conservative, but you can still have fun with it. Real men wear pink! You can wear this look during the weekend, a barbecue, even in the office if you're not required to wear a suit. Men don't normally have as many fun choices with their clothing. Adding the skull and crossbones makes this outfit more fun. If you want to layer this look, wear a long sleeve T-shirt under the polo shirt.
WHAT MODEL IS WORE IN SEGMENT:
SKULL POLO SHIRT ($95)
RIBBON BELT ($50)
LARGE TOTE $95
FROM SKULL and BONES BY JARED PAUL STERN skullandbonesjps.com
LOOK NO. 3: RELAXED SKULL & CROSSBONES
These days, people are expressing their personalities through their shoes. These pink skull Converse set the tone for this fun, relaxed outfit. Color in sneakers is popular this fall; you won't find sneakers in just black and white anymore. The skull and crossbones on these jeans are subtle and on the back pockets. Even though skinny jeans are in this fall, we put our model in a boot cut because the jeans are the most flattering look for a majority of women. The way skull and crossbones used to be designed was with black, white and silver. Now, there are more gold tones, softening up the look. The model wore a gold skull and bones necklace inspired by "Pirates of the Caribbean."
WHAT MODEL WORE IN SEGMENT:
CONVERSE SKULL SNEAKERS Converse.com $47
SKULL JEANS - JC PENNEY - MISS BISOU SKULL EMBROIDERED POCKET JEANS $58
JEWELRY - GOLD SKULL and BONES $48 SHOPKITSON.COM
DOE TINK SKULL HOODIE $55 DISNEYSHOPPING.COM
For more looks, go to Page 2.LOOK NO. 4: FANCY SKULL & CROSSBONES
Dress up your skull and bones look! Pair it with a fancy black dress and accessorize with skull apparel! Many companies are now making gloves to wear indoors and outdoors: The fingers are cut out. Our model wore a pair from Urban Outfitters with skull and bones printed all over them. You can put skull and bones in your hair. Hot designers such as Thomas Wilde made wearing skull scarves in hair a hot trend. His scarves go for over $200! You can have the same look much cheaper and just as adorable with Urban Outfitters scarves for only $18. Top off the look with a fun Skull necklace. You can wear this look day or night.
WHAT MODEL WAS WEARING:
SKULL SCARF, URBAN OUTFITTERS — $18 - HOT AROUND HAIR!
URBAN OUTFITTERS SKULL GLOVES - $12
PLASTICLANDCLOTHING.COM REBECCA BERRY JOLLY ROGER SKULL and ANCHOR NECLACE $68
Jewelry: Disney and Urban or Target
LOOK NO. 5: TRADITIONAL SKULL & CROSSBONES — MORE GOTH!
Colors used in this look are the traditional skull and crossbones black, white and silver. This look is dark and mysterious. Beanies are very popular this fall/winter, so use a beanie with skull and crossbones on them to make it more fun! Men of all ages can wear beanies.
WHAT MODEL WAS WEARING:
RUGGEDTHUG.COM BEANIE $12
RUGGEDTHUG.COM BELT $12
JCPENNEY L/S THERMAL TEE 525-8008 BLACK/ WHITE $26
J and COMPANY JEANS WITH SKULL ON BACK POCKET AROUND $150
LOOK NO. 6: SKULL & CROSSBONES PAJAMAS — PRETTY IN PINK!
Get cozy at home with Victoria's Secret flannel pink PJs with a print of skull and crossbones, hearts and dogs! Pair it with a fun skull and crossbones tank and a warm sweater form The Gap. The model also wore pretty pink skull and crossbones earrings. Our model dog was wearing a skull and crossbones leash ($39) and sweater ($54) from TRIXIE AND PEANUT and doggie booties for LITTLELILY
WHAT MODEL WAS WEARING:
Victoria's Secret PINK® Flannel PJ bottom $34.50
VICTORIAS SECRET TOP $16.50
NICKY HILTON RING $8.99
PLASTICLANDCLOTHING.COM CRYSTAL SKULL and BONES EARRINGS $32
HOUSEWARES
KATHY STEIG décor: hand towels $15 bath towels $25; available in six color combinations
NICKY HILTON at Claire's
KMO LINENS at merchbot.com set is $102. Also buckets, bandaids
BABY CLOTHES
glamajama.com
Other items featured on table or mannequins: