Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Jewles

In preparation for my Friday shoot I am getting inspired by vintage jewelry. I feel that modern day designers rarely come up with anything new, but instead look to the past for inspiration. In my effort to keep up with daily trends, I too like to look to the past to gain inspiration for what I will wear. This week it will be all about the jewels with an arm full of bangles, ears shimmering with sparkly peridot earrings and simple garments to accentuate the elaborate pieces of jewelry I will wear.

all photos courtesy of etsy sellers

Sunday, January 23, 2011

Liu Wen in vogue Espana

Liu Wen in Vogue Espana had to be one of my favorite January editorials. I love all the layers, the abundance of styling and the simple beauty she has as a model.

If was going to wear a puffy plaid parka this would be it.

Saturday, January 22, 2011

hippie dippy

There is something about this months Chinese Elle that is appealing to me. I am a 50s lover to no end and can tolerate the 70s, but there is something so effortless and chic about this cover featuring Jessica Alba that I just love. I look at this cover and think 70s with the long wispy hair, transfixed eyes and the pink polka dot top.

I think the best way to achieve this look would be to actually wear vintage and perhaps these are the pieces you need to achieve this sophisticated, but effortless look.

Available on etsy as 1970s wrangler high waist riding jeans

available on etsy as

Polka Dot Vintage Top Blouse M Crazy Polka Dot Princess Vintage Blouse Oh My

Pair with Jeffrey Campbell Ibiza boots and an arm full of bangles and you are ready to go.

Thursday, January 20, 2011

Bangles

Whether you wear one or twenty, bangles are a must have accessory for all seasons. I like pairing my contemporary multi colored jewels with some bakelite from the 50s. Today I will be wearing my customary bakelite accompanied by this adorable House of Harlow peacock bracelet.

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

mixing old with new

I love mixing old with new and what I love more than mixing era's is wearing skirts on winter days. Vintage combat boots, Calvin Klein down winter coat, Theory fleece cardigan, abstract plaid skirt Target, Lace knit top by Vince.

Monday, January 17, 2011

lauxesnart

Lustful, sensual, beautiful and elite. These words may come to mind when viewing the latest Givenchy ad, but the next word is probably the furthest thing from your thoughts. Transexual.

The word is a hot one. What does it mean? Well according to The Free Dictionary refers to “a person whose sexual identification is entirely with the opposite sex.” In the fashion world thin is in, but is the new it thing, a transsexual model? Well, for Givenchy his long time muse and assistant Lea T was the perfect choice for the latest ad campaign. The new it girl, formerly went by the name of Leo and is from Brazil.

How does this ad make you feel? Does your judgment change now that you know that she is a he, or are you unfazed by the idiosyncratic lady that is Lea T?