I ♥ Lace: A Fashion Obsession, Part II
December 27, 2009
The beauty of lace is that there are so many ways to wear it: from accessories like hair decorations, gloves, purses and scarves to dresses and tights making an outfit truly stand out.
In my last lace obsessed post I was playing with the idea of lace tights to add more texture and style to your fashion. With the winter trend of thigh high boots, patten tights fit just right in creating a bold and sexy style.
Black is classic and elegant and works lovely with winter’s charm. Later on in the spring nude and white lace may add a soft but playful factor for us to look forward to. But back to the season at hand and how we can have fun with our style.
I have been experimenting with lace quite a lot lately- and not just how it can redesign shoes. Take for instance using lace as a layer and foundation for your existing wardrobe. A long sleeve laced top goes a long way when worn under the right dress or tank top. It is the perfect selection for updating your entire wardrobe, giving old pieces a new feel in an instant. If you want to take lace even further then consider a piece such as this lucky find: A Lace Trim Jumpsuit from TIAN MU.
What I like about this selection is that not only is it one-of-a-kind, it is also all once piece. Well, one piece save for the black tube top underneath. If you have a unique tank top you can play with the lines of the design even more. But this once piece with the casual shorts and lace collar, front, and sleeves creates a simple look that is not to be ignored.
Because it is a single piece it leaves plenty of room for accessories- from vests to belts to playful jewelry pieces. I like the outfit on its own honestly, but I also look forward to reinventing the look over and over again. I’ve been thinking of playing with belts, skinny to “wow” factor big, and different undergarments first. Maybe even a colorful long sleeve top underneath to add a new flair. There’s plenty of ideas available and this very unique outfit will have a different feel each time I wear it because of all these options.
TIAN MU has lots of other great styles which have caught my eye, many of them playing with lace in different ways, too. From baby doll dresses to leggings, there’s lots of great ideas and inspirations to be found.
Click Here to view more from Tian Mu and find some fashion inspirations (or obsessions!) of your own.
It’s like Walking Around In My Bed, Only Adorable!
May 8, 2009
You know that feeling when you slip under the covers of a freshly made bed- the extra coziness surrounds you and you melt into the sheets? That is exactly how this dress feels the moment you put it on- I didn’t know that was possible. I love it.
I decided to wear my adorable new dress from Dodostyle found on YesStyle.com - this one is the first one that caught my eye on the site. With delicate frills and lace I knew I had to have it, also for those who know me well.. if it has ribbon on it chances are strong that I will be getting it.
What first caught my attention with this dress was the sleeves- they called them Lantern Sleeves. The print has just the slightest sheerness to it (the body of the dress itself has an incredibly silky black slip attached to it, preventing the dress from being see-through and adding that additional layer of coziness). And then the sleeves flare out with black lace- matching the bottom of the dress as well.
This is an adorable dress that makes for an easy and stylish look- not much is needed here as the print and frills are a nice balance. I wore this dress with my Marcianno black patent heels, if I added anything else to this look it may be black tights, but honestly the dress is so cozy I would prefer to leave it as it is.
The dress also comes in an off white/cream shade which is lovely for the spring in summer. I am enjoying the black version here as it will also be great for the winter.
I cannot get over how cozy this dress is, it seriously feels like I am walking around while being tucked in bed- I love it! I just have to remember to stay awake when my cocktail comes around 
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!
Shoes, Pretty Please With A Cherry On Top?
April 22, 2009
Yes, shoes- pretty please, with a cherry on top? I love these and bought them ages ago, but darn their cuteness I keep bringing them out over and over again. The cheery bright yellow color and girlie feel makes me love them even more. And to top it all off, even with the cherries, it also ties with a bow at the ankle- how adorable!
They are from BCBG, and the moment I saw them I had to have them. At the time they also came in a wedge form, but the cherries were not as pronounced as they are in this version… also they didn’t have any in my size which helped with the decision process. I still love these little lovelies.
They are such a perfect spring and summer time shoe- and guaranteed to make you feel adorable when wearing them. How can you not smile with a pair shoes as lovely as these?
They are a joy- the perfect match for my floral and frilly dresses. Though honestly, with shoes like these- a simple outfit gets a whole new attitude from the shoes alone. I also enjoy wearing them with just a simple black dress, and let the shoes be the focus.
Ha, I suppose that makes it two pairs of shoes I have with cherries on them.. what can I say, I love them! Besides, these are completely a different animal (oops, the theme of my next shoe post! you are going to love this! patience…!)
Floral Prints: Attack From Spring Part II
April 14, 2009
When I was shopping at forever twenty one last week and found the incredibly bright and bold spring floral dress- it wasn’t the only one I found. I couldn’t decide which one I liked better, so I do what I always do in these situations, I bought both!
I do this often with shoes, too- especially when I find a style I *love* and feels perfect on, I’ll get all the colors available in my liking. When you love something, you have got to go for it, right?
So back to the dress, this one though very floral and colorful indeed, is much softer with a more gentle feminine feel. The splashes of purple on white are beautiful, and inspired me to even paint my nails purple to match (and wear my lavender heels, such a gentle and beautiful color).
The little rosettes at the neckline are adorable and the perfect dainty touch for the dress. It is a straight and flowy drop from there, and the print does everything else.
Simple, chic, and perfect for spring. I am loving these frilly feminine prints.
Attack Of The Spring Print Dress
April 8, 2009
Looking outside the window today it is just gorgeous, the sun is shining and there is a refreshingly cool breeze in the air- nothing too chilly, very comfortable in fact. With Easter just around the corner, I felt inspired to wear a bright and frilly spring dress.
Now, prints and floral designs can be very loud especially when on an incredibly flowy or frilly dress. Having said that, meet- the attack of the floral spring dress!
This is one of the pieces I picked up from forever twenty one, something about it caught my eye ( I know, how can you miss it?) and when I tried it on I had to have it. It is the way it moves- one of those dresses you just want to spin and twirl all day in. Very fun and very cheery. With spring and Easter in mind, this dress is just the attitude I am looking for.
Definitely a love it or hate it type of piece, but hey- sometimes its nice to feel like a child again (or maybe even just a doll).
Its a sunny day and I am having fun with it. After a couple cool days and look back into winter, I am welcoming back spring in full force.
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
Glittering In Gold With Chic Coral Nails
March 26, 2009
I love a rich coral color, especially when it dazzles with brilliant bursts of gold like this one does. It is one of those bottles that catches my eye each time I see it- I may not always wear it, but you can bet my nails stand out when I do.
And this is a perfect spring and summer shade- and just playful enough to be bold and different. It is gorgeous, and fortunately it applies exactly as the bottle appears!
Also fun, is that on a rainy dreary day like it has been here today- I can cuddle up in my fuzzy robe of the same coral shade. Very fabulous. I love when things match.
It looks especially grand holding a cocktail or paired up with a glamorous ring, the sparkle is very apparant and dances in the light.
This is a shade I will buy over and over again, much like a clasic red or simple nude. It’s too fabulous to pass up, and definitely supplies some instant cheer. This one in particular is from Milani (oh, but I do love the Target) and is called “Gold Digger.” I’ll let you decide if you like the name or not, but for me- it is all about the color.
Falling For Winter’s Charm
March 2, 2009
Lately the weather has been showing some personality- one day it is 85 degrees and then the next it is 50 degrees. And while the sun is still out and keeping things lovely- the chill of the breeze is not something to ignore, especially when it drops another ten or fifteen degrees in the evening. Lovely.
But with this cool winter breeze I cannot help but fall for its charm and many possibilities of winter accessories. It isn’t too often that I am able to wear them, so I am excited for each chance I do get.
It was the first day of this unexpected cool front and the most notable part is the wind. Normally I would seek comfort in the hood of my cozy fur lined coat- but I thought to do something different this time! Something fun and fabulous.
And so I went for a hat, my charming little beret that I rarely have occasions to wear. I bought it from Miss Sixty some time ago and have been waiting for the chance to wear it- it is so adorable.
I have a grand collection of hats- I adore them, but most of them are designed for the spring months and do little for the cool breeze. The few I do have which are designed for winter are made of fur and are a bit over the top for this slightly cool weather. This beret makes for the perfect balance in wonderful style.
Cozy, charming, and an absolute joy to wear- I cannot help but smile while wearing this fashionable hat. I am taking this cool front with lots of style and fun. I don’t know how long it will last, but my scarves and tights are enjoying the occasion while it does!
Yellow Frilly Fashion Look
January 30, 2009
I love the delightful look and feel of a soft yellow- it is such a cheerful color and I do love to wear it. Add a little delicate texture and it is even greater.
I felt like being girlie and playful with a bit of cheer, and yellow always performs so well- so I matched up this fun frilly scarf with a simple yellow skirt of the same shade.
It is a subtle match but it does so much that way- for such a soft color it makes a bold and loud statement. It is impossible to not smile wearing it as well, which makes me love it even more.
The color itself is a very spring look, but when combined with the black I think it can pull of the winter look just fine- you are seeing more pastels come out as it is. I say if you love it and you are feeling it- then wear it. That is what counts after all.
Playfully Bold Dress With A Bow
January 12, 2009
Do you have a fashion favorite? When it comes to fashion and style, dresses have always come first for me. I adore them as those who know me know the truth in this statement.
But there are so many kinds and styles- from the form fitted to the interestingly shaped, from the hardly there to the filled with volume. There are elegant evening dresses and fresh spring like day dresses.
It is why I adore this dress so much, it blends into both rather well. The colors and pattern are rich and sophisticated, yet the way it is presented, with a cute little bow and open wide fun shape, it is easily playful and fun, too.
Not to mention comfortable, but I like the simplicity. The lines of the dress do more than anything, and with such a bold pattern you don’t want to do something too complex. This is a fun dress that works for any occasion and that is why I love it.
I want to find more like it. It is slightly fitted at the top and then flares out with huge volume to the bottom- but is not so long that it swallows you up, just enough to be fun and fashionable.
There are other very elegant dresses I own that wrap up top with a bow, however they are all either black and white or a consistent pastel shade- nothing so rich as like the pattern seen here. Since finding this dress it is something I have been on the look out for.
Silver Sultriness And A Color Splash
April 30, 2008
Classic and timeless glamor with a modern and divine twist- l o v e i t. Its almost like a fairy tale or image from Hollywood of the past. With a dress as beautiful and long as this, the hair swept back with minimal make up compliments perfectly. A little silver, or even a little white with some smart accessories can liven up a look with a dainty and delicate feel.
A short and simple ruffled white spring dress with some silver jewelry- perhaps a distinct necklace and bracelet, paired up with some silver shoes is an easily obtained masterpiece.
On the other side of spring, the more forward side I might say- is the color splash in full vibrancy. Here we have Zac Posen with a beautiful and feminine shape full of brilliant color. One distinct and bold color is a focus this spring.
Again, you can see the shoes here are silver- a fun play on the color contrast as well.
A simple shape, playful cut, and bold stand out color is a grand statement and I am quite happy to see it as well as live it.
Like the flowers, both delicate and bold are working the season.
