Ugghhh so sorry my loyal fashionistas I've been sick lately, haven't been able to contribute. But I will be back soon!!
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Hurricane sandy
I hope that everyone made it through the storm alright. It was a big one. Thank you to our men and women who bravely do their duty as first responders. New entry to come tomorrow!
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Perfectly Posh Pippa
Today I am in the All Star spirit due to my favorite show, Project Runway beginning tonight with their All Star Cast from seasons past.
I am giving my All Star fashion shout out to one of my style icons, She may not be a princess but she is still faboo... Pippa Middleton.
This lady just has such impeccable taste, regal yet fun, bold and pretty. The thing I love most about her is that her style is approchable, she has some great peices she will wear multiple times and she shops at places like Top shop, H&M and Banana Republic but can transform into a vision in Temperley London . She just gives me the greatest ideas, so lets look at some of my favorites.
I absolutely adore her french lady inspired striped top and simple pant, perfectly accessorized with her emerald bag. This is such a put together piece.
This dress is bold and a great way to show off lace detail without looking bridal or like grandma. Don't be afraid to go bold no matter what your skin tone. It will make tan skin look tanner and pale look fresher.
Some people ask me about mixing black and brown, can it be done? Should it be done? Absolutely. Both colors stand well on their own but when paired together it looks a bit mysterious and unexpected. Also if you are afraid to mix prints try a printed stocking first. Its an easy, fun, sexy way to mix up your favorite dress.
Pippa has her staples and this black blazer is her goto, paired with a bold dress you can be fun and tailored. Also invest in black tights they are great for those winter months when lets face it ladies, we don't shave as often.
Lastly I love her use of Printed scarves, every woman needs a handful of these because they add such character to something you already have.
I am giving my All Star fashion shout out to one of my style icons, She may not be a princess but she is still faboo... Pippa Middleton.
This lady just has such impeccable taste, regal yet fun, bold and pretty. The thing I love most about her is that her style is approchable, she has some great peices she will wear multiple times and she shops at places like Top shop, H&M and Banana Republic but can transform into a vision in Temperley London . She just gives me the greatest ideas, so lets look at some of my favorites.
I absolutely adore her french lady inspired striped top and simple pant, perfectly accessorized with her emerald bag. This is such a put together piece.
This dress is bold and a great way to show off lace detail without looking bridal or like grandma. Don't be afraid to go bold no matter what your skin tone. It will make tan skin look tanner and pale look fresher.
Pippa has her staples and this black blazer is her goto, paired with a bold dress you can be fun and tailored. Also invest in black tights they are great for those winter months when lets face it ladies, we don't shave as often.
Lastly I love her use of Printed scarves, every woman needs a handful of these because they add such character to something you already have.
I adore this lady and her style, she is so fresh and my style soul sister. Here are a few great Pippa staples for you to try out, Enjoy!
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Project Runway All stars!
Its that time of year again, time to break out the all stars! I love this show for the ideas, great design and to see people who are really passionate about fashion, but mostly because my mom and I watch it together. Check it out on Lifetime TV. Enjoy!
Monday, October 22, 2012
Potato sack and a designer bag.
Success! My surgery went flawlessly and I am on the mend, Yay! Go me.
I am so excited to get back to writing, even if it is only with one hand.
I am talking about today something that has always bothered me, Its apart of my whole movement on America and casual: You're doing it wrong. This is something I never understood and im talking about women using a designer bag as a fashion shield, with this said it means you can basically look like you
A.) Just left a Midwestern Tupperware party
B.) Just rolled out of bed
C.) Just escaped a psych ward
And slap on a Coach, Vera Bradley, or knock-off Louis Vuitton or Chanel bag and think "OK, Im safe."
I see it all the time, It feeds into the mentality that if you slap a big enough logo on something it means you paid big bucks for it and you are safe to wear some clam digger jeans and your I heart cats t-shirt and rubber crocs.
This is know as a fashion shield. Wearing one big piece with either a big logo or an obvious marking to make you look expensive or safe but in reality the rest of the package is a mess.
We are all guilty of it at one point or another, but for those repeat offenders I'm onto you. Being fashionable is wearing clothes that fit you well and finding good looking accessories. Girl still rocking the white and rainbow Louis V bag Im talking to you, no one is going to believe that thing is real when you are wearing tweety bird pajama pants and old navy flip flops.
Its alright to want to be fancy but if you want to be a fancy pants really give it a shot.
French women are a perfect example, their motto is FAITES SIMPLE. Keep it simple, if you don't have the thousands to spend on the real stuff its alright because keeping it simple and finding eclectic elegant pieces from a vintage shop is way more suitable than slapping a big ass logo on something and still dressing like crap.
Grow into fashion embrace it, don't just go buy one big expensive looking thing and think you are exempt from keeping up appearances. Fashion is a way of life not one logo away from awful.
Example: Ive said it before but if you are going to wear jeans and a T-shirt pick up a Blazer, Leave the Vera Bradley. Those bags are grandma quilts with straps. LEAVE IT.
Designers put out Two lines, The Runway Look and the Ready to Wear look.
The Runway look can be as Avant Garde and expressive as the designer wants to be,
The Ready to wear look is your basic off the rack look ie. Polo shirts. Think anything you look at that obviously stands out as designer specific and that is ready to wear.
My issue is that people without a fashion clue will spend money to buy what is obvious. Paying full price for ONE "fashionable" item is not trendy its Lazy. You are barely scratching the surface of couture.
These Girls here are trying hard to be "preppy" but they have done nothing to their hair, their dresses are WRINKLED, and their shoes don't match the outfit. They are wearing this Lilly Pulitzer dress as a fashion shield. Do something with your hair, wear decent shoes and seriously iron your dress. Perfect example, fashion shield.
I'm not saying everyone needs to throw away obvious pieces, just be conscious to do something with yourself and do not let one mass produced designer thing make it acceptable for the rest of you to be a big' ole mess. Embrace style and dress simply. Good Luck!
I am so excited to get back to writing, even if it is only with one hand.
I am talking about today something that has always bothered me, Its apart of my whole movement on America and casual: You're doing it wrong. This is something I never understood and im talking about women using a designer bag as a fashion shield, with this said it means you can basically look like you
A.) Just left a Midwestern Tupperware party
B.) Just rolled out of bed
C.) Just escaped a psych ward
And slap on a Coach, Vera Bradley, or knock-off Louis Vuitton or Chanel bag and think "OK, Im safe."
We are all guilty of it at one point or another, but for those repeat offenders I'm onto you. Being fashionable is wearing clothes that fit you well and finding good looking accessories. Girl still rocking the white and rainbow Louis V bag Im talking to you, no one is going to believe that thing is real when you are wearing tweety bird pajama pants and old navy flip flops.
Its alright to want to be fancy but if you want to be a fancy pants really give it a shot.
French women are a perfect example, their motto is FAITES SIMPLE. Keep it simple, if you don't have the thousands to spend on the real stuff its alright because keeping it simple and finding eclectic elegant pieces from a vintage shop is way more suitable than slapping a big ass logo on something and still dressing like crap.
Grow into fashion embrace it, don't just go buy one big expensive looking thing and think you are exempt from keeping up appearances. Fashion is a way of life not one logo away from awful.
Example: Ive said it before but if you are going to wear jeans and a T-shirt pick up a Blazer, Leave the Vera Bradley. Those bags are grandma quilts with straps. LEAVE IT.
Designers put out Two lines, The Runway Look and the Ready to Wear look.
The Runway look can be as Avant Garde and expressive as the designer wants to be,
The Ready to wear look is your basic off the rack look ie. Polo shirts. Think anything you look at that obviously stands out as designer specific and that is ready to wear.
My issue is that people without a fashion clue will spend money to buy what is obvious. Paying full price for ONE "fashionable" item is not trendy its Lazy. You are barely scratching the surface of couture.
These Girls here are trying hard to be "preppy" but they have done nothing to their hair, their dresses are WRINKLED, and their shoes don't match the outfit. They are wearing this Lilly Pulitzer dress as a fashion shield. Do something with your hair, wear decent shoes and seriously iron your dress. Perfect example, fashion shield.
I'm not saying everyone needs to throw away obvious pieces, just be conscious to do something with yourself and do not let one mass produced designer thing make it acceptable for the rest of you to be a big' ole mess. Embrace style and dress simply. Good Luck!
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Coming soon!
Surgery tomorrow, so I will have a lot of time to think about this next entry. Next post will be about Americas fashion shield.... The designer bag. Stay tuned!
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Dreams come true
Well my fashion skills have been recognized, I have just been asked to be the fashion expert for a major department store, fingers crossed my surgery Friday goes smoothly with a speedy recovery and I will be a happy lady. Thanks to all my friends and family for your loving support and infinite patience. I wouldn't be living my dreams without you.
For my loving followers this means more style and more ideas, stay tuned and thank you.
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