Stylechic tip for the week

Texture message: Anything with a tactile surface, but think more modern and space-age than just plush velvet. It's a melee of felt, wool, tweed, leather, vinyl and nylon. Setting an example: Vivid silk embroidery on black leather. As for knits: It goes two ways, either the plain minimalism of simple cashmere in a soft color or an oversize sweater as fluffy as a shag rug. The first is for the workplace, maybe as a plain cardigan over a blouse. The second falls into the boyfriend-sweater category. It's all about minimalist versus masculine. http://www.stylechic.com/