Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Fall Jewelry Statements

To make up for my absence, here's an accessories special for all your jewelry phenes.  Below are my four statement trends and picks for fall.  Whether you're a juicy emerald, a simplistic cuff, a neon star, or a navajo inspired chick, there's a statement piece out there for you.  
{top}Thin Green Onyx Cuff, $430, Bounkit
{right center}  Arrowhead Clip on Earrings, $6.80, Forever21
{left center}  Arty Gold Pleated Glass Ring, $250, YSL 
{bottom left}  Ring, $245, DANNIJO
{bottom right}  Rectangular Post Stud Earrings, $14, ASOS


{top right}  Multi Stone "Saved by the Bell" Ring, $128, Frangos
{center left}  Embellished Brass Necklace, $2,000, Lulu Frost
{center}  Swarovski Crystal Earrings (Blue Multi), $320, Erickson Beamon
{center}  Vintage Glass Drop Earrings, $225, Lulu Frost
{center right}  Fauve Hand Painted Swarovski Crystal Drop Earrings, $225, Tom Binns Design
{bottom}  Vintage Rhinestone Friendship Bracelet, $248, Frieda



Monday, June 27, 2011

Start Buying: Ultra Metallic Pumps

This fall it's time to store the mattes, patents and subtle golds and silvers for insanely shiny pumps and footwear.  Whether it's just a touch on the heel, or a whole foot take over, it's safe to say that the shinier the shoe, the better.

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Friday, June 24, 2011

Navajo Summer

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Thursday, June 23, 2011

Stars & Stripes

Personally, 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays aside from Thanksgiving.  As I start to make my holiday plans, all I can think about are possible wardrobe options for the weekend.  Here are some of my favorite picks for the coming holiday, via my polyvore.com page.

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Fall Preview! Start Buying Now!

With summer in full swing, it's time to start thinking about fall and how to make your "summer wardrobe" stretch into coming seasons.  As you continue to shop over june, july and into august, keep your eyes peels for bold, primary colored separates and eye catching, feminine black and white prints.  My favorite part about these two up-and-coming trends?  They are perfect for mixing and matching with each other.


Sunday, June 12, 2011

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Orange Julius


One of the biggest spring trends for 2011 is the blatant, vibrant use of color.  Bright tones are stemming from a more disco-like era of the 70's, with many designers embracing bold palettes created by color blocking ensembles and looks styled with one solid shade, flattered with touches of rainbow hues.

Currently, I am loving anything tangerine toned.  I think this is a complimentary color on most skin tones and it's a cheery addition to your spring wardrobe from an accessories standpoint. 

Styling Trick:  When wearing orangy tops and bottoms, try balancing the brightness with a white opposite, as seen at Jill Sander above.  Or, if you're up to challenge the trend, wear the carroty color from head to toe with compliments of neon yellows, greens and pinks, similar to what was styled at Christopher Kane.  

Beauty Trick:  I am especially loving orange nails.  I recently bought Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear in "Sun Kissed" which is a really good shade.  Also, I am on the look out for OPI's "Ya'll Come Back Ya Hear?" which looks like it will be a cheery tone as well.
 

Top and Skirt, both TOPSHOP




               




And if you want to add a touch of citrine love to your home, this bedding from Urban Outfitters is adorbs:






Saturday, February 12, 2011

love love love

DANNIJO is a brand that I have been OBSESSED WITH for quite a while now.  The eclectic mix of stones, metals and styles is just fantastic... and each piece is unique to itself.  From their spring collection, here are some of my wishlist goodies for you to drool over.  Note: They do have necklaces, rings and bracelets as well, I'm just on a serious earring kick these days so hence, my selections.




You can see the rest of the spring collection here :)

Friday, February 11, 2011

FallWinter2011 Favorties, Part 1

With the FW11 shows officially underway, I'm going to post my favorites every couple days for your viewing convenience.  I usually don't like to post too much until each city is finished (because yesterday's favorites are frequently replaced with something more interesting), but to keep up with the pace, I'll post a little more frequently.

First up, Vena Cava...

Vena Cava's FW11 collection continued to embrace a high waisted, wide leg pant that is gaining momentum this season.  In addition, the brand featured frequent splashes of color and color blocking which I love for fall.  Here are a few other favorites:


I love the nineties vibe to this one!  Plus, a crop top with super high waisted pants is much more flattering than a low rise pair.  



Here's that off the shoulder look again, as mentioned in my Rachel Zoe post (can be found here)


Christian Siriano

I debated posting on this designer.  As the majority of you know, Christian Siriano is a Project Runway winner.  Of all of the winners (and for that matter, contestants), I think he is the most creative designer to ever walk the Project Runway ramp, which is why I like him.  On the contrary, the season four winner seems to have problems with gaining respect amongst fashion week designers, so it seems.  When reviewing his collections season to season, they all look the same and don't have much of an unexpected wow factor, which I think is the problem.  Despite this, I still think he is extremely talented when it comes to making gowns and avant garde pieces, as you can see here from his recent collection:




And finally, he did do a good tulip skirt that had a good presence.  It reminds me of a more dramatic, evening version of the Fendi skirt done for this spring, also posted below.  I think this is a good shape to invest in for future seasons; it's a good alternative to the pencil skirt.


(Christian Siriano FW11)


A smaller, springier version from the SS11 Fendi collection.

Finally, here are two looks from Luca Luca that are carrying on an intriguing color combination, and a more neutral color palette from Richard Chai Love.  To keep this post from getting any longer than it already is, I'm just going to say I love everything about all three looks.




BANANAS!

On day three of New York Fashion Week, the creative wheels are definitely turning, and on a roll.  The week premiered with smaller presentations from St. John, Z Spoke for Zac Posen and new designer, Rachel Zoe.

Oh, Rachel Zoe, where do I even begin to express my obsession with your talent and style.  My sister and I were discussing "celebrities" the other day after sitting a foot away from Joe Zee (I almost pee'd a little - I was that excited), and of course Ms. Zoe came up in conversation.  Our discussion ended with this:  If I could meet any fashion idol, past or present, it would be RZ.  There is just something about her taste level and passion for the industry that is so addicting.  She is just on a whole other level than anyone else.  Anyways though, on to the point of this post...

When I reviewed her FW11 collection on style.com, it didn't come as much of a surprise to see a 70's inspired collection.  I mean, 1) the 70's is the biggest influence in our wardrobes right now and 2) if you have watched any of The Rachel Zoe Project, you know that Rachel is head over heels obsessed with anything vintage and inspired by the decade.  


The collection seems to be pretty well rounded, with bell bottomed, wide legged denim to suiting options to evening wear, all of which included: a gorgeous sequin, batwing top; a long, a bit oversized petal tiered white gown, and multiple fur pieces.  Despite the well roundness and a good sense of wearability to the collection, to be honest I was a little disappointed because it is exactly what I would have expected from her.  Don't get me wrong, I LOVE all of these pieces, but I'd like to see something a little more unexpected from the stylist/designer.  Hopefully her 2012 collections will step outside the box a little, because there's nothing I'd like more than to see Rachel Zoe succeed as a ready-to-wear designer.


I love the off the shoulder aspect to this maxi.  This is a style that you definitely need to keep your eye out for.  Not only is it a bit different than your spaghetti strap or haltered dress, it also has the same sexiness as a strapless, but in a fall appropriate shape.


I don't care if people say head to toe camel is out, I still love this!  An instant classic.


A fur vest, not a surprise.


I NEED THIS!!!


There's nothing better than a good sequin.  True in the Seventies, true in 2010, true now.


Can you say power suit?


This isn't a very new shape, but I still think it's a pretty silhouette and I love the idea of white for fall.





 * All images from style.com

Friday, February 4, 2011

Trash Bag

I was cleaning up my laptop tonight and came across a bunch of images I've been meaning to post for months now.  Although the thought has passed on why I picked this particular image, I thought it was still worthy of posting.  Apologies to whoever I borrowed this from for lack of credit.  Great picture, definitely one of my favorites <3

Big Brims and Floor Gliding Frocks



To carry on with the 70's inspiration I mentioned in my previous post, this post is dedicated to my two favorite items of the moment: Maxi Dresses paired with Large Brimmed Fedoras(or, for a simpler term, hats!).

The maxi dress is one of your smartest (and best!) spring buys because essentially, it is a lifesaver for your wardrobe. I don't think there is any other piece that can give you an effortless chic in the same way that a long dress can. All you need is some good wrist candy, a rustic statement ring and some good wedges and you're out the door... and, if you're more daring, a big brimmed hat is just the ticket to pull together the 70's look. Here are some of my favorite long frocks of the moment, and some accessories that will go with all that follows. Enjoy!





Then pick your hat...












Then pick your wedges...







And finally, add a rustic piece of jewelry or two. Look at my post below (can be found here) for inspiration :)


*Runway shots from Marc Jacobs SS11 Collection, via Style.com