Style- Oh, Yes!
April 22, 2009
What are your styleobsessions? You’ve seen quite a few of my own inspirations and I love to keep my collections growing. Everything from unique and creative dresses and accessories to beautiful shoes- you name it! We all love our style companions, especially discovering the items that meet the best of our personalities.
It is with that in mind that I am incredibly excited and honored to announce the Pretty and Fabulous sponsorship from YesStyle!
They are my latest obsession, and with great and fabulous reason; there is something for everyone and for all of my moods and attitudes. For the times I am feeling old hollywood glamor to the times I am feeling like I am five again, they have the style that meets my needs. Not to mention a pretty and fabulous price, very affordable with items ranging from around $20 up to the bigger designers. I love it and cannot wait for you to take a look and see for yourself. I want to know what you like the most.
The Accessories section is like a candy store- sometimes very literally! With designer brands like “Fit-To-Kill” and “FairyTales” it is like a fashion wonderland! Even the names are spectacular.
Because they have so many styles available, this is also a great place for getting gifts for that finicky fashinista- they are bound to have something clever that caters to their individual personality. I already have things in mind for some of my friends that I know they are going to love and be the envy at every party they attend!
Here are some looks I am loving right now, one from Dodostyle and another adorable dress from Spring Girl, I think they are perfect for spring’s feminine image.
Sophisticated classy dresses, girly frilly looks, even casual wear with sweaters and jeans- there is a look for you and this is why I love it so much and am presenting it to you!
This is how much creative they can be- and since I am a sucker for an adorable charm bracelet, let alone candy influenced designs, check this one out:
Sooo adorable, ha- very fun and girlie. You will do best to take a look through their styles and see what you love best, you will be amazed at all they have, I have such a list compiled already!
They have designer items too, and I will leave you with the one that is on my wishlist, I am seriously obsessed with this jacket… I may even drool… and admit to it! How gorgeous is this? Ah, go look and comment back to me! Much love!
Don’t You Just Love It When This Happens?
April 16, 2009
Some days I chose my shoes before I decide on an outfit, and revolve the clothes to my shoes… this is one of those days. But I decided to keep the outfit simple, and make it about the accessories- and wouldn’t you know, I find a gorgeous Ferragamo bracelet I haven’t worn in ages that exactly matches my shoes?
Love it.
My fiance had given me this bracelet some time ago as a gift, though we discovered very quickly that wearing it was more than a style statement, it was also a weapon. Those corners seemed to always be casually hitting him while I was none the wiser. So now I only wear it occasionally, and with caution!
But I never thought to match them with my Vince Camuto heels. It was a delight to discover their beautiful matching styles. I love it when that happens, don’t you?
I kept the outfit simple- some beige/khaki shorts and a loose black top; very casual chic for an afternoon of running around (but still looking and feeling fabulous). Neutral shades are beautiful, and can especially be dressed up with accessories that match!
A Love Of Winter Patterns & Tights
April 6, 2009
Or maybe now it is more like spring’s winter love- with the cool breezes showing up here lately one would hardly know the difference. Maybe spring got a little jealous, yet with the warm sunshine it makes for a lovely and welcoming cool day.
Cool enough to get me to bring out my tights once again- a fun fashion style opportunity I am always eager to indulge in. Tights can do so much to the most simple of outfits, and when patterns are involved the possibiliites are even grander.
Colors? Love them, and I’ll even admit to my turquoise, magenta, blue, and other rich filled opaque collection of tights. With color, the look is definitely a bold one. However today I wanted something more classic with a playful twist. Black is as classic as it gets, so when you involve a pattern into the look it will almost always be fabulous.
And so these are a fun favorite I like to wear when the weather is as lovely (and cool) as it is. Something about black on black prints on tights are great to me- I have another that are sheer black with dark black stripes running vertically as the print- such a small detail but the look is very bold. With color you expect it, but with black and sheer, it has an entirely different attitude.
Here’s to having fun with prints on tights while the weather allows for it- make it grand 
Marvelous, Decadent, & A Must For Style
March 30, 2009
What makes you feel marvelous? Fashion at its highest point is when it keeps you feeling confident, strong, determined, and above all yourself at your best.
Sometimes it is a single carefully selected piece that does it all for us- no matter where we are or what we are doing, we feel at our best simply knowing we are wearing it. It carries a strength that we recognize and gather simply from feeling it on our bodies, and it is purposed just for us, alone.
Others may notice it (they most likely will, it stands out), but we don’t wear it for them.. rather, we wear it four ourselves. Appreciation from others is nice, but not necessary though it does remind us of how much we truly love our unique and special pieces.
Where you find your fashion pieces is always a story as well- a memory and an energy. It is why you love it so much, after all. It is marvelous.
I have many power pieces that I like to wear on a regular basis, wearing whichever one feels best for any specific day. Some I share, some I keep just for myself. But this is one I feel a duty to share- it’s too fabulous and there are definitely ones intended for others to find for themselves. You know when you see something and think, oooh- that is definitely for…. ! ..it might be yourself, it might be a friend; that is how I feel about LOVEMADDS collections.
Each piece has a story to tell, whether it has an actual meaning or simply looks like a dream; each piece is powerful and designed with someone in mind.
This necklace and bracelet was given to me as an *absolutely amazing* gift that just blew me away- wow. I love them so much, and the grand thing is that they all have unique factors that remind me of dear childhood memories. Most of these items are very subtle- you actually cannot even see one of the charms in any of these photos, but it is very well placed, beautiful- and meaningful to me and I know it is there. That is all that matters.
Fun part of that is when I wear my hair in a glamorous updo, only someone with a good eye will notice this hidden little charm- but they will appreciate it when they do see it (and I will love it regardless).
Everything falls into place beautifully, and I love how it moves as I walk. It has that one-of-a-kind feeling too when you pick it up or put it on, something photographs don’t capture anywhere near the reality. It is something you must experience for yourself.
Take a look at her ever growing fabulous collections and see for yourself- you will be delighted you did
Has Glamor Gone Mad?
March 20, 2009
Because we are all a little mad…. and love to indulge in our glamorous fantasies. And designer Tom Binns supplies those fantasies with reality from his incredible couture collections. Born in Ireland, Binns completed the education necessary to acquire the skills of a proper jewelry designer and moved on to collaborate with Vivian Westwood and Malcolm MacLaren for his “punk couture” collection.
Creating designs with a “modern classic” feel, he continues to inspire glamor with a whole new twist. Classic with a modern twist is something I have always described my own style as, and seeing his designs makes me feel as though it is a part of my world. I love simplicity as it has its place, but a part of me is head over heels for excessive glamor such as these collections. From Dumont (pictured above and below), Rokoco, to Couture and more- each collection is fabulous and has its own unique character and feel to it.
Perhaps it is my fondness of Alice In Wonderland that continues to inspire me- I love charms and child-like memories represented in a rich and adult form, so when I look for charm bracelets, I want lots and lots of charms with a strong feel to each one. Colors, crystals, and clever twists of strands are things I am always looking for (which, is perhaps also why I adore LOVEMADDS so much, her designs are true and powerful, one of a kind and absolutely glamorous).
And from loaded up bracelets, I have also searched for ridiculously glamorous rings and necklaces. Needless to say, Tom Binns does not disappoint. Maybe glamor needed a little madness to inspire us all.
I know I am in love- and on the hunt! I am determined to capture these beauties for myself. They are too beautiful to be left alone.
(you know my fondness of hearts, elegance, and glamor… the “chain of events” necklace I am incredibly in love with!) To view more about Tom Binns and his incredible collections, visit his site for more.
I ♥ You, Tiffany’s
March 10, 2009
I adore hearts and Tiffany & Co. greatly as many close to me know or may have noticed. Something so charming, darling, and simple that radiates elegance and beauty every time it appears- when I wear them I feel incredibly pretty and fabulous.
My collection of accessories from Tiffany’s has grown greatly; yet some of my first pieces I find I hardly ever wear anymore. Not because I don’t like them, but because they are so special I’ve kept them away in a pretty little box. With moving and traveling I’ve wanted to keep it lovely condition.
My collection of jewelry containing hearts (some incredibly subtle, but I know they are there) has also been a growing one- ever since I was a young child. Hearts and fabulous jewelry has always been of great importance to me- I absolutely adore them both.
So it is only natural that this Tiffany & Co. set is so perfect to me. Even more so when you consider who I received them from- my fiance in our very early days (I knew he was a keeper). I still cherish them every time I wear them, only now I reserve them for more unique once in a while occasions. I have been very fortunate to recieve many wonderful Christmas and Birthday presents of Tiffany & Co. pieces from my hunny over the years, and so there is always much to play with. But I’ll never forget the first, the set that started it all and of course, with hearts.
A Bow With A Bow To Match
February 4, 2009
Buy the accessory and the dress will appear- at least that is what happened in this case! I purchased these cute bow earrings not all that long ago, and sure enough this dress finds me- what a perfect match, I love it and couldn’t help myself.
The earrings alone were quite fun, but this darling dress paired up with them I find to be simply adorable. It is hard not to feel that way when you have that many bows on you.
It is something slightly different, and not too much. I think it comes together nicely without being overwhelming. Any more bows and it would most likely cross that line- but I am good with where I am here.
The dress on its own is very pretty and comfortable as well- I love such a combination.
It is slightly fitted at the top and then flows down gently and slightly loose- which moves nicely when you walk.
The pattern is quite simple, and very pretty with large pearl buttons, some white lace down the center, and then the two black bows at the beginning of the straps. Absolutely darling.
Pretty Bracelet With A Creative Sparkle
February 1, 2009
This is a cute and fun little piece- one that stands out on its own. It is amazing how such a small little accessory can revamp the little black dress (or even any daytime outfit).
All the photos show different angles of the same bracelet; and that is what I love so much about this particular piece. It has so many different unique little designs on a very vibrant glitter background.
The colors pop with a strong contrast to reveal its own little personality- a very cute one at that.
I love that as you turn it the style completely changes, yet somehow they all come together so smoothly. One forever continuous piece of art. It makes me want to create something similar on my own- kind of like those Prada white canvas bags where you create your own design! Only, I don’t think I would do it on a Prada (its just asking for a smear or slip of the hand mess up), but a blank canvas of my own is quite the possibility.
I think it would like nice in a scarf design too- something to look for and those are out there. The blended design where the style fades from complex to simple and back. I’ll keep an eye out, that is for sure.
Lavender Beauty with a Radiant Glow
January 14, 2009
When was the last time you were given a bracelet that you instantly loved and felt connected with? It glows when you wear it and somehow you just feel pretty and fabulous, and even invincible, to the world. It is rare to find such a charm, but you know it when it happens.
For me, it is my lavender beauty:
And what beautiful timing for such a treat! My fiance has done very well with this one I’m quite the lucky little lady, as he always surprises me with the most wonderful things.
I love everything about this bracelet- especially the way it feels when I put it on. It is so light and delicate yet you can really sense a strong and powerful energy radiate from it. It is gorgeous!
And for me, it matches my personality and love of fashion and femininity.
I love it when jewelry has a soft and unique sound to it, and when I move these glass lavender beads make such a beautiful and soft little song. I love how they dangle from a single thin and solid band- and just look at the beads themselves, the color is so rich and gorgeous, quite even more so in person. A heart with a delicate little design- love it. I will admit I do love hearts, maybe it is the girlie child love in me but I so do still adore them.
I can wear this and not feel like it was intended for a child as a toy, though- which I like. It isn’t always easy to pull a heart off in jewelry without looking forced or foolish. And I think once again LOVEMADDS accomplished it flawlessly here.
It isn’t often a luxury like this one comes along- and you can be sure I will not be letting this discovery go, either. I am constantly excited to see what she is creating next; Madeline Rhodes is a designer with an energy of her own you can genuinely see and feel in each one of her designs. Am looking forward to seeing even more from her.
As well as indulging and treating myself The beauty of each piece having a unique personality and charm, too is that it makes for the perfect present. I have some very fashionable friends who can be difficult to shop for at times- the will they love it or hate it factor can be troublesome in department stores. But with her collection and its uniqueness I don’t have to worry and know my friends will love it! Who doesn’t love a one-of-a-kind hand crafted gem designed just for them? So fabulous!
Am looking forward to a pretty and fabulous birthday this weekend- it arrived just in time!
