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I Heart Rings

October 7, 2010

I always turn to jewelry when I want to add a little pizzaz to a plain outfit. Typically it is a bold necklace or a colorful pair of earrings, but recently, I’ve been attracted to vintage inspired rings. One of my fashion idols, Rachel Zoe has perfected the art of accessorizing with rings. I love that she never leaves home without one, and in most cases multiple rings on her fingers.

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This fall and winter, I am going to hit some flea markets and antique shops and see what wonderful baubles I can find. I think I’ll look for a beautiful pearl cluster ring, and rings with colorful stones.

Vintage inspired rings will be my go-to accessory this season!

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What’s will be your go-to accessory this Winter?

DESIGN CRUSH: REBECCA MOSES

September 29, 2010

OMG! This is one of the most fabulous books I’ve come across in a long time.

Rebecca Moses, an icon in the fashion and home design business has penned her first book, A Life of Style, and it is brilliant.

Combining beautiful watercolor illustrations with her fashion and interior design knowledge, provoking words of wisdom, and an abundance style savvy advice, Rebecca’s book really makes you think about how you express your personal style.

Within hours of opening the box, I began flipping the pages, absorbing every word and marking my favorite “words of wisdom” with post-its.

In addition to learning a few new things about the world of design, I also walked away fully inspired to re-look and re-define my personal style.

Here are few of my favorite inspiring thoughts from Rebecca. I think you’ll be inspired to.

There Are No Rules In Style, Just Good Instincts!

True Style I s Understanding Who We Are and Having the Conviction To Express It.

Style is Not Skin Deep. It is Soul Deep. It is Our Most Significant form of Expression. It is How we Communicate Who we are to the World Around us. It is a Reflection of Who We Are, Where We Have Come From, and What we want to SAY to the World Around Us! IT IS OUR VOICE!

If you love design and fashion as much an I do, you’ll definitely want to add this book to your collection. Enjoy!

until next time…

all images via Rebecca Moses

DESIGN CRUSH: MICHELLE SMITH

September 23, 2010

MILLY by MICHELLE SMITH

In my never-ending love for fashion, I am always interested in the movers and shakers within the fashion industry. Recently, my attention has turned to Michelle Smith, the gorgeous designer behind the fashion line Milly.

Ever since she was a little girl, Michelle had a passion for clothing and set her sights on becoming a leading American fashion designer. With a FIT education, training at Hermes’, Louis Vuitton , Torrente and Christian Dior, Michelle honed her skills and launched her own line, Milly, in 2001.

Known for timeless silhouettes and sexy, feminine flair, the Milly by Michelle Smith line will make any woman feel more beautiful. I especially love the luxurious fabrics, bold colors and stunning prints that Michelle incorporates into her line each season.

Michelle’s personal style is classic and timeless. Her natural, wholesome beauty makes her relatable to the everyday woman.

Soft, feminine fabrics and bold color are signature statements for the Milly line.

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I love this print and the feminine and wearable silhouette of this piece.

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These outerwear pieces and fun and stylish.

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And, if you think Michelle’s design talent stops with fashion, think again. This is the Upper East Side Manhattan apartment Michelle designed with her husband. So beautiful.

Check out more photos of Michelle’s home, here!

image via Michelle Smith

If you love the Milly line as much as I do, you’ll be excited to know that in Spring 2011, Michelle will open her flagship store on Madison Avenue in New York. And, she’ll also be launching her handbag and jewelry lines as well!

Oh Happy Day!

IT’S ALL A CROC!

September 17, 2010

The concept of a watch as a fashion statement has really taken off. This past Spring and into Summer it was all about the Sandra Bullock Watch from the Blindside movie. The white Toy Watch and all of its knock-off versions were on just about every womans wrist that I saw. It was refreshing to see a non-metal, non-gold or silver watch leap to the forefront of style. It really was the perfect summer watch!

But, I am glad that Fall will be ushering in a more classic watch trend–crocodile (or faux) leather bands. I love the look of a mens inspired watch and how it will mix so great with the feminine clothing that will be in stores for Fall.

And even better, I already own one of the gems!

What’s your favorite watch style?

Photo Source: Toy Watch, Elle

BLOGGING FOR RIBBON

September 2, 2010

Back in July, I completed a Calling All Bloggers DYI project for May Arts, in hopes of being selected as one of their new craft bloggers.

Well, the results are in and Yippie, Horray, Whoppie…I was selected!

If you are a ribbon lover, you are well aware of May Arts and the incredible ribbon selection they offer. Because their selection is so vast, May Arts ribbons are used in a wide variety of industries including craft & hobby, scarpbooking, gift wrapping, stationery, fashion, interior design, party decor and the floral industry. Although May Arts is a wholesale ribbon supplier, you can find their ribbons in many craft and stationery stores, including one of my favorite, Paper Source.

As a regular blogger for May Arts, I will be creating DYI projects using their ribbon and providing you all the how-to steps on the May Ats blog. I have been designing and crafting for many, many years and love nothing better that creating something beautiful with my hands. Make sure to check out the May Arts website and subscribe to their blog. Along side me, there are some really talented crafters that will also be showcasing their work.

And, if you missed my original Lattice Weave Mirror project, check it out here!

THE SEPTEMBER ISSUE

August 27, 2010

My wonderful husband rarely complains about my addiction to magazines, but when the September issue of Vogue magazine arrived in the mailbox, he had a few things to say, some GOOD, (he thinks Halle Berry is the bomb), and some BAD, (why the hell is that magazine so heavy?!!)

I, however, was thrilled beyond words that the “fashion bible” had arrived in the mail. Ok, I did have a few choice words too, when I picked up the magazine and nearly dropped it on my foot because the weight caught me off guard.

My love for the September issue of Vogue started a few years back when I causally picked up an issue at Barnes and Noble. I love fashion and worked in the industry for 16 years, but part of me always felt like Vogue was “too serious” and too “out of reach” for the average person, so I never devoted a lot of time to reading it. Then in 2006, along came the movie, The Devil Wears Prada. Can I say love at first sight! I absolutely adore this movie, (ok, I’m addicted to it) and watch it at least once a month.

The Devil Wears Prada was loosely based on the life of Anna Wintour, editor-in-chief of American Vogue and her daily musing and adventures as the head of the worlds most famous fashion magazine. After seeing the movie, and gaining a new level of love and respect for the fashion industry, fashion magazines and all things stylish, I purchased the Sept. 2006 issue of Vogue. That was the turning point for my absolute admiration, devotion and love for Vogue Magazine.

Oh, and if you haven’t seen the movie The September Issue, which is a documentary about the making of the September issue of Vogue, check it out. It too is a fabulous flick.

So, while I haven’t read this years issue yet, at 728 pages, I can only imagine all the wonderful accessories, shoes, clothing and style advice the magazine holds. I plan to set aside a whole afternoon to devour each page, take notes, make a shopping list and “ooh” and “aah” over all the beautiful people.

via Vogue Magazine

And after I read the issue, I plan to spend the rest of the day watching two of my favorite movies.

Life is Bliss!

images via Amazon

Have you read the September issue of Vogue? If so, what were some of your favorite features? Please share, I’d love to know.

ANIMAL INSTINCTS

August 20, 2010

I’ve begun to check out what will be some of the hottest fall fashion trends and am thrilled to see that ANIMAL PRINTS are back. To me, animal prints never really go out of style but it is exciting to know that there will be lots more choices for me to select from. Here are a few of my early fall favorites:

This beauty of a handbag is the Neely Tote from Mulberry. Mulberry items can be a bit expensive, but there is good news if you happen be shopping on a budget like me. In October of 2010, head to your nearest Target where Mulberry will be introducing a limited edition handbag collection.

Adrienne Landau Leopard Spot Rabbit Vest

Banana Republic Leopard Print Haircalf Belt

What’s on your shopping list for Fall?

until next time…

I WANT A SCHOOL “DO-OVER”

August 13, 2010

I don’t know about you, but I love the back-to-school season. Back to school always meant new outfits, new shoes, new friends, new activities and lots of new school supplies. Yes, I am a school supply junkie. I love going to Target and Staples at the start of the school season to see all the cool items that students now have to choose from. Where were all the cool, designer looks when I was in school?

I’d love the opportunity to go back in time and have a school “do-over” just so I could buy some of the really stylish and fashionable supplies out there. If I were back in college, these are a few items that would be on my school supply list:

Tory Burch Backpack is Canary Yellow–I would look so stylish walking around campus with this beauty of a book bag!

Rossi Designer Pencils–A mix of regular and colored lead, these pencils would look great on my desk and would also make doing homework a bit more fun.

Cavallini Bird Notebooks–I was a major note taker in school and these would have made that task seem more glamorous!

Brocade Pencil Cup–What a pretty way to store pencils, pens, paperclips or even beauty supplies.

Cavallini Hydrangea File Folders–Since I am a an organization freak, these file folders would give my de-cluttered desk some real style.

Designer Erasers–Just because they are too cute for words!

Spectrum Notebooks–I’d use these stylish notebooks for the serious classes, like biology or chemistry.

Black and White Floral Storage Boxes–I loved to decorate my dorm room way back when, and these beautiful boxes would have made my dorm room pretty and functional.

Gourmet Lunch Totes–No more paper bags. These are so cute, they could even be used for a fun weekend shopping tote.

Scalloped Bulletin Board—All those special mementos and photos of friends would have looked great on this stylish bulletin board.

Desktop Clip Display–What a cute way to display important notes, cards from home or photos. I love the whimsical feel of this display rack.

Kate Spade Postcards–I always loved to write letters to my mom and dad when I was in college. As a fashion major, these notecards would have fit my style to a T.

Both my home and work office need a little sprucing up so, I’m going to pretend I’m headed back to school and add a few of these stylish items to my decor.

What was your favorite school supply in school?

Search Results for: fashion style

What’s will be your go-to accessory this Winter?

OMG! This is one of the most fabulous books I’ve come across in a long time.

Rebecca Moses, an icon in the fashion and home design business has penned her first book, A Life of Style, and it is brilliant.

Combining beautiful watercolor illustrations with her fashion and interior design knowledge, provoking words of wisdom, and an abundance style savvy advice, Rebecca’s book really makes you think about how you express your personal style.

Within hours of opening the box, I began flipping the pages, absorbing every word and marking my favorite “words of wisdom” with post-its.

In addition to learning a few new things about the world of design, I also walked away fully inspired to re-look and re-define my personal style.

Here are few of my favorite inspiring thoughts from Rebecca. I think you’ll be inspired to.

There Are No Rules In Style, Just Good Instincts!

True Style I s Understanding Who We Are and Having the Conviction To Express It.

Style is Not Skin Deep. It is Soul Deep. It is Our Most Significant form of Expression. It is How we Communicate Who we are to the World Around us. It is a Reflection of Who We Are, Where We Have Come From, and What we want to SAY to the World Around Us! IT IS OUR VOICE!

If you love design and fashion as much an I do, you’ll definitely want to add this book to your collection. Enjoy!

all images via Rebecca Moses

MILLY by MICHELLE SMITH

In my never-ending love for fashion, I am always interested in the movers and shakers within the fashion industry. Recently, my attention has turned to Michelle Smith, the gorgeous designer behind the fashion line Milly.

Ever since she was a little girl, Michelle had a passion for clothing and set her sights on becoming a leading American fashion designer. With a FIT education, training at Hermes’, Louis Vuitton , Torrente and Christian Dior, Michelle honed her skills and launched her own line, Milly, in 2001.

Known for timeless silhouettes and sexy, feminine flair, the Milly by Michelle Smith line will make any woman feel more beautiful. I especially love the luxurious fabrics, bold colors and stunning prints that Michelle incorporates into her line each season.

Michelle’s personal style is classic and timeless. Her natural, wholesome beauty makes her relatable to the everyday woman.

Soft, feminine fabrics and bold color are signature statements for the Milly line.

I love this print and the feminine and wearable silhouette of this piece.

These outerwear pieces and fun and stylish.

And, if you think Michelle’s design talent stops with fashion, think again. This is the Upper East Side Manhattan apartment Michelle designed with her husband. So beautiful.

Check out more photos of Michelle’s home, here!

If you love the Milly line as much as I do, you’ll be excited to know that in Spring 2011, Michelle will open her flagship store on Madison Avenue in New York. And, she’ll also be launching her handbag and jewelry lines as well!

Oh Happy Day!

But, I am glad that Fall will be ushering in a more classic watch trend–crocodile (or faux) leather bands. I love the look of a mens inspired watch and how it will mix so great with the feminine clothing that will be in stores for Fall.

And even better, I already own one of the gems!

Photo Source: Toy Watch, Elle

Back in July, I completed a Calling All Bloggers DYI project for May Arts, in hopes of being selected as one of their new craft bloggers.

Well, the results are in and Yippie, Horray, Whoppie…I was selected!

And, if you missed my original Lattice Weave Mirror project, check it out here!

My wonderful husband rarely complains about my addiction to magazines, but when the September issue of Vogue magazine arrived in the mailbox, he had a few things to say, some GOOD, (he thinks Halle Berry is the bomb), and some BAD, (why the hell is that magazine so heavy?!!)

I, however, was thrilled beyond words that the “fashion bible” had arrived in the mail. Ok, I did have a few choice words too, when I picked up the magazine and nearly dropped it on my foot because the weight caught me off guard.

Oh, and if you haven’t seen the movie The September Issue, which is a documentary about the making of the September issue of Vogue, check it out. It too is a fabulous flick.

And after I read the issue, I plan to spend the rest of the day watching two of my favorite movies.

Life is Bliss!

What’s on your shopping list for Fall?

Photo source: Nordstrom, Touch of Europe, Container Store, Ballard Design, Kate Spade