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Thursday, 6 February 2014

Year of the Horse

It's the year of the horse. Will you be inspired to dress the part? Here are a few fashionable ideas!

Happy Chinese New Year! Giddy-up!

DVF
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Anna- Karin Karlssen sun glasses.
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Audrey Hepburn

Antonio Marras Peacock Green Riding Hat
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Stella McCartney Horse Print Scarf
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Gorjana Horse Studs
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Longchamp Exclusive Year of the Horse Medium Shoulder Totebloomingdales.com

LNA Double Horse Tee
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Monday, 3 February 2014

I've been noticing a trend...a trend I love...Nautical! The Joe Fresh line caught my eye while I was doing my groceries with this adorable little anchor t-shirt in navy and white. Sadly, it did not come in my size :( Also, smart set has this adorable navy blouse that is on my list! Often seen in resort collections, this trend is usually floating around and always fun to wear! Whether you're a true sailor or a casual first mate, there is a suitable look for everyone to sail the high seas of fashion! (oh come on, the cheese is fun ;)

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Chanel

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Carolina Herrera

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Chloe

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Prabal Gurung

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Valentino

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Valentino

Wednesday, 22 January 2014

Lupita

This woman is now on my fashion radar. I absolutely love her look! Watching the Golden Globes I was thinking, who is this woman…she is stunning! Lupita Nyong'o is one of the stars of the movie "12 Years a Slave" for which she won a SAG award for Best Supporting Actress. I look forward to seeing this movie and hope to see more from this talented actress and stylish lady!

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In Ralph Lauren at the Golden Globes.
The colour of this dress looks amazing on her. It was a unique style on the Red Carpet and that definitely stood out for me. Clean lines, great colour…beautiful!

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In Gucci at the Screen Actor Guild Awards
My heart fluttered when I saw this. Absolutely love the colour and the floral design is stunning.

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In Calvin Klein at the Critics Choice Awards.
Totally sleek and sexy. She can pull off any style!

Tuesday, 21 January 2014

Radiant Orchid

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Monday, 13 January 2014

Golden Globes

Last night was the Golden Globes, so, of course I'm going to talk about my favourites!!
Tina Fey and Amy Poehler were hilarious. They are fantastic hosts! The dresses were wonderful and the men looked dashing. The winners were well deserving and the booze was definitely flowing!

Lupita Nyong'o in Ralph Lauren. This colour looks amazing on her! The silhouette is perfect and she can pull off the cape very well! She looks so elegant.

Amy Adams in Valentino.
Do I really have to explain? Beautiful lady, lovely silhouette and a delicious colour. She totally channelled her character from "American Hustle". Gorgeous!

Cate Blanchett in Armani Prive. Why do I love this dress? Number one, the lace. Number two, when she turns around there is an unexpected plunging waist line. Amazing.

Jennifer Lawrence in Dior. I always look forward to seeing what she is wearing and she has not failed me yet! Classic black and white is a win in my book. She rocked it.

Kerry Washington in Balenciaga. How pretty did she look in this? She's such a beauty and even more so with her little baby bump.

Margot Robbie in Gucci. I love the clean lines and the embellishment around the armhole and waist. And that slit!! Sexy yet sophisticated.

Olivia Wilde in Gucci. Hot mama alert! She looked stunning in this form fitting Gucci gown. Who says pregnant women have to wear frumpy clothes that hide their shape? Beautiful!

Sandra Bullock in Prabal Gurung. I think this may have been my favourite dress. I love the neckline and colour blocking as well as the hem. So sweet!

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Wednesday, 1 January 2014

Radiant Orchid

Happy New Year!! Let's start the year off in a colourful way!! This year's colour chosen by Pantone, is a beautiful pinky purple blend; Radiant Orchid. I for one love it. I've always been a fan of pinks and purples! This colour was apparently chosen because it compliments all skin tones. What do you think of this years "It" colour? Will you be adding it to your wardrobe?!
Wishing everyone a happy and healthy new year!!!

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Friday, 27 December 2013

Sparkle and Shine!

Well well, looks like I have been slacking in the blog department!! I know it's not a great excuse but I was sew very busy these past few months from making bridesmaid dresses to Christmas gifts! One of my New Years resolutions is to try my best to write regularly on my blog. Also, I'm going to focus even more on fashion and what I'm up to…it will be a sort of diary I guess! I might throw in a few other topics as well…things I love! I hope everyone had a fantastic Holiday! I know I have so far. My amazing husband surprised me with a trip to Italy to see a MotoGP race…I could not believe it! My family was whole for the first time on Christmas morning in years and it was amazing. I felt like a kid again as we all took turns opening gifts in our pj's while our significant others took photos and joined us in our family celebration.

I recently did an interview for a local newspaper about Holiday style. I do posts once or twice a month for the Fashion Council and figured I might as well do what I love most (besides design and sew) and that is talk about fashion and trends. This is a post I just recently wrote for New Years Eve style!!!

Sparkle and Shine

It's time to sparkle and shine! With the new year approaching, end this one on a fashion high note!

Although it's not for everyone (some of you fashionistas may be working, busy or just not into it), for some, this night has been planned out from the perfect dress to who they will smooch at midnight. Others may have been so consumed with holiday festivities it has slipped their mind and now they are frantically trying to figure out what to wear. Even going out for a lovely meal merits a little extra effort on this night of glitz and glam.

For you fashionistas, one trend for 2014 is metallics. Start the year off with your fashion foot forward! Sequins and anything shiny is always in for New Years. Not a fan of a lot of sparkle? Go for a bold colour. Stand out! It is a night when most fashion rules do not apply. Do however keep it tasteful. One thing to remember (besides looking fabulous) is to shop for your shape. There are so many styles out there suitable for any shape from sheath dresses to full skirts to peplums (yes, they're still here) and one shoulder styles. Not a fan of dresses? Go for a nice pair of black pants and sequin or embellished top. You can go all out glam or cool retro chic, punk princess or classic feminine. Go full on sparkle with sequins or keep it simple with a little black dress spiced up with knock out heels and blingy accessories. When it comes to jewels, go for the big chandelier earrings and bold cuffs or stackable bangles and a stunning cocktail ring. These are things you can wear again. How often do you get to dress up like a Hollywood glam star and be all the fabulous you can be? Shine bright like Times Square!

Be a style star this New Years Eve and sparkle from head to toe (even your nails!). In the words of Rachel Zoe: "Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak". So go out, have fun and show them who you are!