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Runway Report: Yigal Azrouël | New York Spring 2016 RTW

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The beauty in Yigal Azrouël’s Spring 2016 RTW collection is the juxtaposition of the very soft fluid fabric mixed with the tailored lines. Even when the garment is all lace, mostly see-through, and a body contouring design; there is something very alluringly feminine and lady like about it at the same time. The Collection is a unique balance of elegance, lines, and appeal. The garments were in all black, Yigal Azrouël’s signature black and white,…

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Area Spring 2016 RTW New York
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Runway Report: Area | New York Spring 2016 RTW

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Fluid, flowing, and fabulous! Area’s Spring 2016 RTW collection really was a stunner. It’s the product of collaboration between Beckett Fogg and Piotrek Panszczyk. It is a mixture of 70’s meets Louis XIV meets the future. If I had to make a conjecture, a beach would have been the inspiration. Water and sand are echoed through out the collection in form and in the color palette. From the garments, which take form fitting to a…

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Black & White | Transitional Tops

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Here’s a selection of Black and White transitional tops. There are a variety of silhouettes, arm lengths, and fabrics. There are sleeveless, short-sleeved, long sleeved, and off the shoulder styles. There are a few ways of incorporating Black and White tops into your wardrobe. For a more subtle look the See by Chloe Graphic Crepe Bell-Sleeve Top, the ISSA ‘Pimol’ top or the Mother of Pearl Varden wool-piqué top are quietly beautiful. If you want to…

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Black & White | Shoes and Handbags

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Part Two: Black & White | Shoes and Handbags Another way to incorporate Black and White into your wardrobe is to use it as an accent with a Shoe or Handbag. This selection of shoes are either color blocked, patterned, checker boarded or accented with an embellishment. The Jimmy Choo ‘Lance’ sandals or the Valentino Chevron Glossed Leather Platform Sandals are linearly lovely! These Proenza Schouler Black and White Woven Calfskin Mules are wonderfully woven….

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Black and White in Three Parts! | Part 1

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Black and White is a classic color combination we all know and love.  Why is it so pleasing to the eye you may wonder? I studied color theory for many years and still find it fascinating.  Here it is in Black and White! White is seen because of the reflection of visible light.  Black on the other hand, is the absence or the complete absorption of light.  They are complete opposites and that’s why they…

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Time to Try Turquoise

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Turquoise is one of my favorite colors. It reminds me of the blue sky of summer and the various shades of blue in the Ocean. Turquoise spans many shades from a pale blue to teal to green. The stone often has black or brown accents. I love wearing the color Turquoise, especially in the summertime.  It adds a pop of color to any outfit, is flattering on any skin tone, and is easy to incorporate into…

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Fashion, Mens Fashion

Men’s Sandals

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Sandals, the enigmatic item, which most men would enjoy wearing but can’t seem to figure out what to buy or how to wear them. I am here to dispel the male myth of the Men’s Sandal! I see a lot of men in the warm weather walking around in shorts, jeans or casual pants in either leather or suede dress shoes, loafers, or oxfords. I always think how hot are their feet? Wouldn’t they be…

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Fashion, Mens Fashion

Men’s Outerwear

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A lot of  my clients and friends have inspired this post. Many men know what to wear for work, however in a less formal and more relaxed environment are sort of miffed as to what jacket or coat to wear.  What is great is that many of these coats can be worn to the office or on a weekend. It is always good to start building your wardrobe with basics.  Start with Black, Grey or…

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Fashion, Trends

Cape Crusader

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I have had a penchant for capes since I was a little girl. I collect capes, which means hunting them down each season. Capes or mantles as they are often called have been worn through out history. Capes are utilitarian, while also being dramatic. Spring and Fall are great seasons for Capes. When its too cold not to wear a coat, but you don’t need all the coverage. You can layer underneath them and be…

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Runway Report: Ellery | Paris Fall 2015 RTW

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An Australian + an Austrian = A Fabulous Paris Fashion Week Show. Kym Ellery’s eponymous collection was truly a standout at Paris Fashion week. The designer is the child of an Artist and as her website bio states: “Ellery was born into a creative household. She grew up surrounded by the Art of her Mother; a New Zealander who worked in Textiles, Print Making and Ceramics.” It is no surprise that Kym Ellery is extremely…

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