Cobalt Blue or as I often refer to it Yves Klein Blue is a great way to brighten a gloomy winter day, It is very versatile and goes with just about everything: black, brown, grey, red, purple, orange, yellow, and naturally other blues. Whether you wear it head to toe, as an accent piece, or to just add a touch of color. This color is one of my very favorites, is on trend, and a…
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Every woman should own one or more pencil skirts. They are a staple that should have real estate in everyone’s closet. Pencil Skirts are uber feminine, sexy with out really showing anything, and demure all at once. Pencil skirts are great for the office, a party or a night out. There is quite a selection of fabrics to choose from: Ralph Lauren Black Label Scarlett Zipper Pencil Skirt, KaufmanFranco’s Croc-effect leather pencil skirt and Cushnie et…
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If a skirt could flirt it would be a flared skirt. The hems are either soft or pleated and when you walk they undulate creating a fun and flirty movement. The Ellery Olympia Asymmetric Crepe Midi Skirt and the ‘Althea’ skirt from Zeus+Dione give us Wonderful Winter White! While the leather flared skirts from Gucci and J. Mendel’s Trapunto Stitched Lambskin version show their flare and flair in leather. Everyone should own a few flared skirts that can…
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A-line skirts are the Houdini of skirts. They magically create an A-line shape (Thus the name!) and hide all the parts that most women are self conscious about. Any body type can wear these A-line skirts. The shape allows space for a bold pattern like the Etch Flower Midi A-Line skirt from Topshop or Derek Lam’s Leather and suede patchwork skirt. For something more classic Alice + Olivia’s Box Pleat Midi Skirt or Acne Studios’ Grid…
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I love a Maxi Skirt. It doesn’t matter what season it is. They are dramatic and create a long line. Maxi Skirts have enough fabric to hold a great pattern such as the Emilia Wickstead Faux-Pearl-Embellished Organza Midi Skirt or the Mary Kantrantzou Midlar Poppies Liquorice-print skirt. A bright color like the Martin Grant Satin Maxi Skirt ensures Maxi-Mum fun. These skirts can go Street to Gala, depending on how you style them. In the…
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Full skirts work with many body types. They are feminine, dramatic and can either be innocent, very lady-like or casual. They are the most versatile of skirts. You can wear them to a party if your wear it with elegant top and heels. Wear them to work or out to dinner with a great tailored shirt or fitted sweater or dress it down with a t-shirt, fitted leather jacket and Biker boots. The Michael Kors…
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Spring 2015 Trends The 2015 Spring ready-to-wear trends will make you BLUSH, bring bright YELLOW sunshine to your day, and will be a SHEER pleasure to wear. The major trends that I saw for spring 2015 are: the color blush-nude, sheer items that are either very sheer or completely transparent, the combination of blush and sheer, and yellow dominated as the ray of color beaming sunshine down the runway. So here are my selections of Skin,…
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Tribal Trend Tribal, Ethnic, Cultural … Call it what you want. The Tribal Trend is major for the Summer. The trend of bold colors, ethnic patterns and interesting details like raffia, beads and feathers make this trend fun to wear. Whether you make a statement with clothing or just add an accessory go ahead and go tribal! 1. Oscar De La Renta Oscar O gold-tone beaded clip earrings 2. Fiona Paxton “AFRICAN SUSHI” Shanti Multi-Colored Necklace…
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ORANGE is definitely a trend of 2014. Is Orange the new Red? Let’s see if it has staying power. It’s an unexpected choice. Orange provides a pop of color, a double take, and a bold choice. It is surprisingly versatile and fun to play with! Here are a few ways to either embrace this trend in a whole outfit, or you can incorporate it through statement pieces as accessories and footwear. 1. Cynthia Rowley Top, 2. Tory…
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