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Archive for December, 2009
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Style Inspiration
Posted on December 30, 2009 | 2 CommentsA Dress and a Bike has the most incredibly purple wrap dress. But check out the way she belted it. She did it AROUND her cardigan as a twist! Simple change, but totally stylish. Ashe Mischief posted some incredible pieces from artLAB I am in... -
Window Shopping: Fred Flare
Posted on December 29, 2009 | 1 CommentI love me a little Fred Flare. Mostly for the accessories and cool things, rather than the clothing (for clothing, I prefer ModCloth). Click on any of the images to go to the product link. Nantucket Stripe Tie Tank – $54 I find this wonderfully... -
Window Shopping: Ann Taylor
Posted on December 29, 2009 | 1 CommentThey’re awesome for basics and updated flair. It’s a whole new Ann Taylor! I’m seeing a lot of simple outfits and sparkly accessories. I just like the colour. And the bow. It might be a bit dressy for work, but for going out? Glitter.. glitter!... -
The New Age of Sexy
Posted on December 28, 2009 | 21 CommentsThe New York Times wrote an interesting piece called: “The Damsel Is in Distress“, noting that the concept of dressing sexy in fashion has changed. PRETTY in pink? Not Deborah Watson. “If I see a floral print or pastel dress in my closet, I think:... -
Look into the mirror before leaving the house in the morning
Posted on December 26, 2009 | 4 CommentsThis is a tongue-in-cheek slideshow of images about forgetting to put on appropriate pieces of clothing before leaving the home. I understand that it’s cute for an editorial or fun fashion shoot, but I have actually seen girls like this walking around the city acting... -
Links à la Mode 24th December 2009
Posted on December 25, 2009 | No CommentsMerry Christmas everyone! Hope you are all stuffing your faces, hanging out (and fighting) with family, and ripping open presents. The Happy Holidays Edition Edited by Retrochick It’s Christmas Eve and I’m sure visions of sugar plums are dancing in everyone’s heads as they trim the... -
Wardrobe Show and Tell: Braided Urban Outfitters Teal Dress with Structured Jean Jacket for the Holidays
Posted on December 25, 2009 | 8 CommentsHappy Christmas et Joyeux Noël!!! I’m entertaining guests at home, so I get to dress like a hostess, without ever needing to venture out in the cold. Hence the open toed sandals and the light dress. Paired it with a structured jean jacket. Doesn’t really look... -
Designer Spring Ready-To-Wear Part 4
Posted on December 23, 2009 | 1 CommentKENZO Mixing patterns, textures and fabrics. Love! And I love the shawl wrap neckline. LANVIN Graphic. Needs a belt. Looks hot. PHILIP LIM I kind of hate the two horsetail sashes on the left, but the pattern of the dress is nice. Reminds me of... -
Designer Spring Ready-To-Wear Part 3
Posted on December 22, 2009 | 2 CommentsCOLLETTE DINNIGAN I am a huge fan of mixing prints. The smaller sized prints work together. Florals + Stripes. Love. She looks like a sparkly mermaid!!!! God I love this dress. The gradient of sequins is freaking incredible. What a lot of work and time.... -
Harem Pants: Yay or Nay?
Posted on December 21, 2009 | 29 CommentsIf you have to actually ask people on blogs: Would you wear it? The majority of the answer is bound to be “HELL TO THE NO“ While I think this is a great contender for one of the worst fashion items ever, I can see...
