December 31, 2009

Au Revoir 2009

An ending and a new beginning, goodbye 2009 and hello 2010. Bonne Année to you & yours!

December 23, 2009

Street Style: Paris

In lieu of my upcoming move to the city of love, I've been trying to learn about everything and anything deemed french chic. Parisian women are known for their feminine, tailored looks that always incorporate the latest trends...Faux fur, layers, scarves, tights, bright lips and hot booties are a must. Here are some looks from Styleandthecity.com:






West Village Street Chic

December. West Village. NYC. The Sartorialist.

A Decade of Olsen Twins

Like it or not, this twosome revolutionized our era's sense of style. It's true. Whether it be oversize sunglasses, chunky jewelry, cowboy boots, layers, the hobo look or giant fur coats-the Olsen twins set the bar time and time again. Style.com came out with a great article about the America's obsession with these twins. Here are some photos depicting their style over the years:

Oversized sunglasses at NYU in 2004
Hollywood Glamour at NYC Gala in 2006
Disco hippie in 2006
Hobo chic in 2006
Crazy platforms in 2007
Leather leggings in 2008
Plaid in 2008
Starbucks and large totes in 2009

December 15, 2009

Elle's Erin Kaplan

Elle's public relations director Erin Kaplan is fresh on the scene due to her new role in MTV's reality docu-drama The City. I love her style, it's chic and trendy yet very classic and tailored. Elle magazine published a Fashion Spotlight article on her and shot these pics:





Balmain Sale: Up To 85% Off

Make all of your wildest Balmain fantasies come true for a limited time at Outnet.com! Up to 85% off some of the labels' designs, happy shopping!

Brian Atwood Fall/Winter 2009

Some of my favorite pairs of shoes from designer Brian Atwood's most recent collection...



Posh & Faux Fur

Victoria Beckham and Marc Jacobs were "overheard" talking about developing a fur line, don't tell PETA! Here is the former Spice Girl in Paris, looking tres chic in a mini faux fur jacket along with a sheer black top, black leather leggings and a black Birkin bag.


Personally, I am an animal lover but don't understand the point of being anti fur if you are not anti leather and a vegetarian to go with it. There clearly has to be a standard about how to approach this controversial subject!

Olivia's Street Style

The girls at Chicintuition.com deconstructed a recent street look from Olivia Palermo, too cute!



December 8, 2009

Colorful Statements for Spring

As you put up your christmas tree ornaments (or menorah) and break out the cold weather gear, remember that spring is just around the corner and designers are already on top of all the latest trends. Bright and colorful accessories are a must this coming spring, noted in Marie Claire's new spread this month. I love this shoot and I absolutely love this trend! Nothing says spring like bringing out some fierce colors. I can't wait to get my hands on one of these bags...

Tod's ($1445)
Nancy Gonzalez ($2900), Dolce & Gabbanna ($1250), Jessica Simpson ($88), Lanvin ($1203)
Valentino ($1395)
Sorial ($200), Jessica Simpson ($108), Derek Lam ($990)
Marc by Marc Jacobs ($189)
Calvin Klein ($298)
MICHAEL by Michael Kors ($448)

I personally love the fuchsia Valentino! Paired with yellow and gray, so chic.

December 7, 2009

New It Girl

Lily Collins stars in the new film 'The Blindside' and she is the new it girl in town. Daughter of Phil Collins, Lily writes for various magazines and is known for her unique and sophisticated sense of style. She is too cute! And a USC student, too! Can't beat that. Make sure to keep an eye out for this rising star.

TwitPic Photoshoot

Vogue Italia poked a little fun at Twitter in their December issue. Steven Meisel shot a "twitpic" shoot where models who were being "followed" uploaded pics of themselves. Be sure to check out Gisele covering up that baby bump!


Agyness Deyn
Christy Turlington/Natasha Poly
Abbey Lee Kershaw
Naomi Campbell/Sasha Pivovarova
Anna Selezneva
Gisele Bundchen/Natalia Vodianova
Sessilee Lopez

Louboutin Barbie

I wish I was a little girl again. Shoe god Christian Louboutin put his skills to work to create the newest collector's edition barbie. This doll is fierce! Check out the shoe collection that comes with:

Available for 100 euro, super cute Christmas gift for a niece or little sister!

35 Trends

NY Mag put together this humorous yet oh so true slideshow on the past decade's most happening trends.
This is a must-see! They cover everything from Uggs to Birkin bags to the hobo look to trucker hats to neon colors. Take a look:

December 2, 2009

Chain Boots from Bebe

Jazz up your winter outfit with a pair of chain laced boots. Bebe just came out with two different styles at affordable prices.

Miranda Studded Boot ($159)
Chandra Chain Draped Bootie ($189)
Bebe.com

Noir Et Nuit

Some very inspirational shots from the "Noir Et Nuit" editorial in the 11th issue of Black magazine.

Photographed by Paul Empson, modeled by Marloes Horst and styled by June Nakamoto.