Archive for March, 2010

  • Style Inspiration: Layers and Details

    Style Inspiration: Layers and Details

    Some items that inspired me this week to look at my wardrobe differently. I am a real fan of shopping your own closet (especially when you have a ton of clothes like me). And sometimes you can borrow shoes from your girlfriend: This is exactly...

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  • Independent Designer Feature: Paul Ho

    Independent Designer Feature: Paul Ho

    A classic coat or a classic suit are two staples in any wardrobe where anyone (man or woman) should pay the most attention and money to. A great coat can elevate an otherwise mundane or sloppy outfit. Think about wearing an awesome coat over sweatpants...

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  • Wardrobe Show and Tell: Clutches

    Wardrobe Show and Tell: Clutches

    I have a “thing” … okay FETISH with clutches. I find them elegant, beautiful and easy to use to carry around as a jewelery holder. BCBG Max Azria Pleated Black Satin Clutch – $0 (Technically $60. Was a gift from BF as well.) It is...

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  • Trends I love: Sheath Dresses

    Trends I love: Sheath Dresses

    I want this entire look. This sort of wrapped style at the neckline is quite popular. And this open-necked, ruffled section is extremely popular as well. Very flattering.

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  • Style Inspiration: Fun & Fresh!

    Style Inspiration: Fun & Fresh!

    I just liked the shot. The dress is cool too, but why is it bleeding black blood all over the skirt? Her lips are what drew me in. Zippers on the sleeves? Love. Too prim and preppy for me, but it’s cute. WANT! Gorgeous girl....

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  • Wardrobe Show and Tell: Jewelery Part 3

    Wardrobe Show and Tell: Jewelery Part 3

    I love leaves and nature inspired jewelery, hence why I have so many leaf motifs everywhere. Most of these are from Etsy. Another addiction for me. This one was from June Shin with sweet little pearls. This one is from FionaMink on Etsy. Burnished with...

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  • Obsession: Leather Jackets

    Obsession: Leather Jackets

    One of my three obsessions (and exceptions) is a leather jacket I want a thin, supple, dark brown, biker style leather jacket. Zippers, snaps, clasps, clips. And pockets. Kind of like this one: Look how perfect it is over a floaty dress! Elle is SO...

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  • Style Inspiration: Drape me in fabulousness

    Style Inspiration: Drape me in fabulousness

    Those shoes? Heavenly HEAVENLY!!! That second white dress is GOR-GEOUS! Actually, it’s all hot, except Miss Sexy Prairie in that blue monstrosity. Want the WHOLE outfit. She’s really grown up. I love the dress and the simple, bold ring and shoes. Mmmm comfy. These blues...

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  • Wardrobe Show and Tell: A top peeking out underneath a sweater

    Wardrobe Show and Tell: A top peeking out underneath a sweater

    Since I’m on a clothing ban, I’m working out ways to mix up outfits to change it. This is one of the ideas I had. Wearing a mandarin top underneath a sweater with a wider neck, so it has a different look I also like...

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  • Trends I love: Nude Lace

    Trends I love: Nude Lace

    I know it is technically lace (usually black) overlay on nude fabric, but I like calling it nude lace. And not all of it is technically lace over nude fabrics, but who’s being picky here? Less fussy. I find the black lace overlay gorgeous and...

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