Spring (526)

 

This black lace Escada skirt with the cobalt blue lining has to be 1 of the most beautiful skirts I have ever seen by Escada.  My mouth just dropped when I scored this skirt because immediately I saw the beauty in the details and construction.  Scottish designer Jonathan Saunders brings a breath of fresh air to this fashion house.  Saunders, who in 2007 was nominated by Elle Designer of the Year, will present a 20 piece collection as part of the label’s Resort Line in London & Paris next June 2

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At first glance I thought this BCBG knit dress just might be a Missoni dress but not for now.  I’m sure later I will find that vintage Missoni dress but for now this BCBG knit dress will work just fine.  I love the way this dress was designed, so modern and contemporary.   I grabbed this BCBG dress, stuffed it inside my basket and continued to hunt… Moments later I spotted this velvet sassy cocktail dress by Kay Unger, eyed it up-down-sideways and stuffed it inside my basket next to the BCBG kn

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Sunday's Lagniappe - Looking for Spring

Funny how the simplest things make us happy.  Take for example, today the sun came out, the snow has been melting and it was absolutely delicious to wear only a heavy sweater sans hat, scarf and gloves.  Yes, the weather has made me absolutely chipper and thinking of Spring with smiling cream and yellow daffodils, easter egg colored tulips and my favorite, orchid blossoms. Sigh.

For me, and I'm sure for most of you, Spring also means less clothing. No, I'm not talking of joining a nudist colony o

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These 2 dresses crank up the STYLE volume so loud I can hardly hear myself dream.  I love this simple yellow cotton Cynthia Steffe dress and I know it makes you think of summer which feels like a long way from now but soon it will peek its head around the corner and when it does you can arm yourself in this yellow sassy dress… The Oscar de la Renta flower pattern dress makes me also think of summer and how excited I’ll be when my Zenias pop up from Mother Earth… What can I say summer has always

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There isn’t anything better than cranking up the wow factor now is there?  Just check out this gorgeous black / white silk long sleeve dress by Hale Bob and tell me it doesn’t have the wow factor…  Hale Bob dresses women in feminine, chic clothing and this silk dress is just one of their finest examples.  Known for its prints, bright colors, rich silks and luscious velvets, Hale Bob offers helps women shine as brightly as the comet for which the brand is named!  “The woman who wears Hale Bob is

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Shopping for STYLE doesn’t have to a chore in fact its just the opposite,  shopping for STYLE is your duty!  If I haven’t said this enough in my blog I’ll start saying it “life is short so damn it pay attention!”  Just look at all 3 items on this posting and gawk at just how simple chic each item is.  The first item I found was this gorgeous silk Bebe camisole that reminded me of aMark Rothko painting – this top is like a piece of artwork.  Second top is this black lace by Alexia Admor and this

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Wow I don’t even know where to begin with this posting because you have a ultra high end Italian brand and a high brow Swiss brand and together it makes for a uber polished glammed up look.  This black cotton top by one of my absolute favorite Italian brands Piazza Sempione is simple chic at its best.  Piazza Sempione makes a very distinct mark in the fashion industry, this brand creates an exclusive clothing and accessories line for women and embodies everything the Italian fashion industry ha

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Both of these STYLISH tops look amazing with this green cotton Womyn skirt so lets break it all down…  The first blouse is by Allen B by Allen Schwartz and it’s layered construction makes this top extremely sassy.  I know it screams out spring but that’s ok with me because you could wear this sexy top even in the death of winter simply by wearing your finest Piazza Sempione jacket.  The second top is by Alberto Makali and this abstract top would have retailed for $152 – $275 which is a very long

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I’ll always take Escandar without even asking questions because this label is all about comfort and sophistication.  Teheran born Eskandar Nabavi signature fashion line is made for everyone of all shapes and sizes, using fabrics such as silk and antique linen, Eskandar creates fashionable pieces that are relaxed, play with volume and brings a touch of old world culture to the wearer.  This orange cotton top has comfort written all over it and if his designs are good enough for Neiman Marcus and

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They really don’t call me “the serial thrifter” for nothing because when I’m thrifting – I’m working…  What I have always loved about thrifting is the hunt…  I love finding luxury and designer goods and I always have…  So this ensemble gives me great pleasure because I love each item so lets start with the top.  This pink lace camisole by Milly is over the top hot and sexy… The Milly by Michelle Smith collection has defined youthful, luxurious STYLE since 2001.  Designer Michelle Smith creates t

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I swear I would put my client in this ensemble to take the trash out to the curb in because it is stunningly beautiful and I believe that even menial tasks like that deserves to enjoy a little flair… This pink and silver lame rhinestone studded cocktail dress by Carmen Marc Valvo is jaw dropping.  Valvo’s professional career began as a ready to wear designer for Nina Ricci in Paris, followed by a stint at Dior.   In 1989 he was ready to launch his own label and since has not had to even tap the

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We women love to accessorize with spring shawls &  summer scarves in beautiful spring & summer pastel colors like green shawls, blue shawls, even  coral,  peach, beige shawls, ivory  white shawls, not to forget this years in color lilac lavender shawls to make us look radiant and beautiful.

  

Spring can be cool and the 2 ply or 3 ply cashmere wraps are perfect. Summer is perfect for the beautiful Pashmina silk shawls, viscose scarves, cotton shawls, rayon shawl wrap, cool with a casual elegant lo

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Trina Turk Presents “Palm Springs Eternal” - Benefiting Desert Outreach Foundation

Trina’s philosophy is to create wearable, optimistic fashion

Trina’s philosophy is to create wearable, optimistic fashion

Photo By JONATHAN SKOW

Trina Turk considers herself lucky on two counts: first, because she knew at a fairly young age what she wanted to do when she grew up (design clothing professionally) and, second, because she is succeeding at doing so beyond her wildest dreams.

Born in California and raised here and in the state of Washington, Trina learned to sew at

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These brown glen plaid brand new Jenne Maag slacks still had the tag on them when I rescued them from the thrift store.  I’ve always loved Jenne Maag’s designs, they are classic and staples for anyone’s wardrobe.  Jenne Maag’s success has been her understanding of the flattering powers and subtleties of stretch fabric.  Having been one of the first to have worked with Italy’s top stretch textile companies, she has researched and developed the highest quality available.  So when I found this gor

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The Hunt for Warmth = the Right Coat

Here ends another cold week in the North East and now my mission has reached critical stage.  I have been on a mission to find the right coat to replace my beloved long wool coat that is surely saying daily: fix my lining or retire me! With old man Winter hanging on even though Phil saw his shadow, I’ve been bargaining with my coat to see me through this season while I look for its replacement. Like everything these days, choices abound as well as a whole lot of confusion, especially when you ar

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Flats are back...

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I'm a sucker for a new trend as much as the next girl... but I'm also slightly vertically challenged, so the news that flats are back with a vengeance, I'm greeting with slight trepidation.

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Louboutins

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Chanel

 

Yes, we all love the idea of pulling off a gamine Audrey Hepburn channeling her Parisian look in Gigi. But to be honest, the chances of nailing it when you're under 5'5" are slim.

Luckily then, for the munchkins amongst us, wedges are still staking their claim as the shoe to give you a boost f

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Gestuz Rocks!

Right in the middle of winter sales and still having a couple of cold months ahead, the spring campaigns are already here. Neither I and my sister are winter persons so this is just another reason to be anxious for the springtime to come.

Playing with different combinations of boots, coats and pullovers is cool and funny but nothing beats an edgy tank top, some trashed denim shorts and a pair of flat sandals to get ready for a journey of long walks under the melting sun.

One of our first purchases

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