Fashion Taking Flight... Right Out Of Its Head -- Culture Brats

Feathers have been on the rise in fashion, and with Fashion Week coming up (Fashion Week!), all rumors are pointing to the trend continuing. Now I love a good feathery accessory: a flapperesque hair band or a feathered fringe on a dress? SO CUTE! But I lean towards less is more when it comes to having Mr. Bluebird on my shoulder, or collar, or derriere. And since this column has never been about restraint, let's take a look at some birds in the bush!

First off is not just a little feather flirtation... we've got the whole bird. The rarely seen Brown Crested Waif in her natural habitat:

Red Bull gives you wings:

Feathers are great for figure-flattering a small chest! Whether you use them to add volume, detract with a jungle print (it's camouflage!), or by placing strategic wisps and then just not wearing a bra, you're sure to avoid A-cup cattiness.