Monday, December 28, 2009

Best Women’s Indoor & Out Door Jackets

Winter; synonymous with chilly, frosty, and down right cold. You ever notice that waking up in winter is a struggle, anything to keep from pulling the covers off. Once the morning chills have passed, it’s time to figure out what to wear?

So this season while you’re out shopping for your new winter jacket or a chic blazer, consider my suggestions…its important to love this piece since it’ll be with you all season and maybe seasons to come. Think about how you can incorporate the piece into your existing wardrobe. Don’t fret about spending the money for a jacket, it’s worth it!

Theory
Knit Collar Jacket $495 (Saks Fifth Avenue)
Classic peacoats are a winter staple these days, add a modern twist and look for a cropped style. This one’s made with a blend of virgin wool and cashmere and has a double breasted fit and knit collar.

Rebecca Taylor for $395 (Nordstrom)
The Chanel inspired jackets are all over this season and I’m loving it! Isn’t this silhouette just iconic? It’s in beautiful silk blended tweed that features fringe trim with a hint of metallic shine.

Diane von Furstenberg
Amarte Jacket $745 (Barneys)This Moto-style leather zip front jacket is ultra chic. Don’t you just feel like a diva when you step out wearing a leather jacket with zipper detailing?

KORS Michael Kors
Single Breasted Trench Coat $226.66(Bloomingdales)
Not just your traditional trench! This contemporary trench has an added hood, umm FINALLY! The hood is removable and has trendy details like epaulettes, front tie at the waist and a back walking slit.








Monday, December 21, 2009

How to get the Perfect Party Look

While it might be the season for giving there’s nothing wrong with indulging a bit and giving to yourself! As 2010 creeps up on us, were wrapping up our shopping for friends and family and we’re making our plans to ring in the New Year. And if you’re anything like me that means a new party dress! What about accessories too? Need some ideas? You’ve come to the right place! Here’s what to look for as you put together you’re party outfit…


1. Find a dress in a striking color, something in red, silver, gold, purple. Try something bold. If you go with a black dress, step up your accessories to bring it to life, keep them colorful. If you get something in a solid color like this red Herve Leger dress you can have fun with the jewelry you pair with it. (Hervé Léger Open Back Dress $1,250.00)

2. Find some attention-grabbing dangle earrings. Like a chandelier style earring. Dramatic is the way to go, party time is the one time you can stray away from what you wear everyday. Like these hexagon gold earrings. (Kara Ross Hexagon Stingray Earrings $165)

3. Look for sparkly stacked bracelets. Go ahead, decorate your whole arm! But just do this on 1 arm. Cara’s bangle set is great because they come with 32 bangles. You can also try buying them separate and mix and match them yourself. You can even go with just plain gold bangles if your dress is busy on its own. (Cara Accessories Bangle Set $58)

4. Go feminine and fun with shoes. Shoe off your pedicure ladies! Wear some sexy strappy shoes to show your feet. If you can get something in metallic or bejeweled even better!(Badgley Mischka Egan Strappy Sandal $165)

TIPS:
· Look for a dress with a gorgeous neckline. If you go strapless make sure to wear a statement necklace.
· Don’t be afraid to go all sequined with a dress or exotic print. Just make sure to keep your accessory choices simple and elegant.
· Accentuate your favorite body part, whether it’s great legs or your small waist. A great fitting dress will make you feel and look great.

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

The Perfect Holiday Dress

Awww the HOLIDAYS! That time of the year when we break out our flashing lights, sparkly ornaments and decorative knick knacks. Oh yes, the holidays is that time of the year where too much is never enough! That goes for our holiday party attire too!

Great holiday dresses come in ravishing colors and sequins galore! The must have dresses are made in decadent fabrics like shimmering satins, silky chiffons, and sparkling taffetas and no intricate embellishments spared!

My picks come from four different lines, Diane von Furstenburg, Tahari, DKNY, and French Connection.



DVF Iridescent Chiffon "Lele" Dress $385.00

The dress from DVF has a very form fitting silhouette in a fabulous jewel tone blue. Pair it with some black stilettos and long dramatic dangling earrings.

Tahari by Arthur S. Levine Ruched Satin Dress $168
Tahari’s beautiful purple dress has a flattering fit for any body type with a ruched waist and softly flared A-line skirt. Dazzle it up with sparkly stacked bracelets and drop earrings.



DKNY "Sweetheart” Gold Dress $345
DKNY’s dress is luminous in gold brocade. Pile on the glitz with shinning jewelry, find a statement necklace to go with since its strapless, you should have some gorgeous neck wear, but keep the earrings simple or vice versa.

French Connection Femme Dress $250
French Connection’s all over sequined dress shimmers while you walk. With such a dramatic dress you can play down your accessories, try wearing simple gold bracelets and earrings. But wear some metallic gold or silver strappy sandals with a matching clutch.