Summer Trend 2010: Gladiator Sandals

Sandal Season is here!! Well, it is in L.A. Sorry, I don't mean to brag. Some of you will get yours soon! Then you'll want to try this trend, if you haven't already.

This is another shoe style that I didn't really love at first. That is until I tried it on and the gladiator sandal captured my heart. These go great with maxi dresses, capris, shorts, skirts, and even skinny jeans. If you have a wide foot, don't worry...Torrid has us covered!

I just want to thank all those hunky Roman gladiators for bringing us this trend!

My golden rule: Make sure you try them on before buying them! I know this sounds like common sense, but the width can be tricky in these.

1. Torrid Audrey Gladiator Sandal $28
2. Alloy Mari Gladiator $42.90
3. ASOS Oasis Interlinked Gladiator Sandal $64.25
4. Torrid Anna Gladiator Sandal $28
5. Torrid Marilyn Gladiator Sandal $28
6. DSW Union Bay Valencia Sandal $24.95
7. Dillards Kenneth Cole Reaction "Gem 'N' Toast" Sandal $79
8. ASOS Miss KG Kalila Plaited Gladiator Sandal $84.55
9. Forever 21 Elegance Lattice Sandal $18.80

Summer Trends: The White Dress

Keep yourself cool this summer with a chic white dress. The thing I love the most about this trend is you can definitely mix it up! It's as easy as adding a colorful accessory, a short sleeved cardigan, flip flops, or whatever you want! Or simply just wear it by itself. It's a no-brainer. Don't you just love easy fashion?

My golden rule: Don't mix up different shades of white, keep it simple.

1. Asos Curve Jersey Maxi Vest Dress
2. Torrid White Swiss Dot Rosette Hem Dress
3. Macy's London Times Puff Sleeve Eyelet Button Front
4. Nordstrom Donna Ricco Notch Front Dress
5. Asos Curve Lace Bow Bandeau Dress
6. Macy's Calvin Klein Banded Waist Shirt Dress
7. B&Lu Keisha Dress
8. Carmakoma Mitte Dress
9. Asos Curve Frill Hem Midi Dress
10. Alloy Kristen Kimono-Sleeve Dress

Summer Trends 2010: The Infamous MAXI

This summer trend will not only have you looking chic, but it will keep you comfy! I love that combo, don't you? With its floor touching length, the maxi dress was made for me...and you. It's so versatile too. You can dress it down with a pair of flip flops or dress it up a bit with a cute wedge or heel. If you wear it into the evening you can throw on your favorite cardigan or Pashmina wrap. Oh...if you were wondering I'm loving #9!

My golden rule: If the dress has a vibrant print, make sure to keep your jewelry simple.

1. Alloy Halter Maxi Dress
2. Nordstrom JS Collections Border Print Chiffon Dress
   
3. Evans Jersey Stud Maxi Dress
4. Lane Bryant Twist Top Printed Maxi Dress
5. Faith 21 Fiery Floral Maxi Dress
6. Torrid Navy Festival Tube Maxi Dress
7. Torrid Denim Smocked Tiered Maxi Dress
8. Old Navy Double Ruffle Floral Print Maxi Dress
9. ASOS Curve Exclusive Bow Front Bandeau Maxi
10. Faith 21 Embroidered Maxi Dress
11. IGIGI Ibiza Maxi Dress
12. Old Navy Twisted Twine Maxi Dress
    
    
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Peacock Inspiration: Shake Your Tailfeathers

Peacock inspired style comes around every now and then, and this season it`s back as a growing trend for spring. I like to take the peacock(-trend that is) for a spin in my own way, like today when I feel inspired by the beautiful picture above, here`s how I`m mixing brown with two of my favorite colors -peacock style :

Raspberry pink.....

...and delicious teal green

Here`s my peacock inspired outfit for today, perfect for strutting my feathers in!

Brown dress mixed with Teal and Pink Peacock top, Teal belt, Gray wedges from H&M, pink ring and spotty shades

Detail of the peacock shirt with belt and dress

Sequined detail

If you want to bring some peacock flair to our wardrobe here are a few ways to strut your stuff:

Let peacock feathers adorn your hair

How`s this dress for strutting your feathers!?!

and finally, let`s shake the tail feathers, Peeeaaaaaccoooooocck!
(Just felt a warning was in order... hehe)

Tasty Taupe Treats

I adore strange barely-there colors, and one of my favorites is Taupe, highly underestimated in my opinion. Can it be dull? Yes, I`ll admit it, but when mixed with more exiting materials it really can make for a lovely treat. Contrasting soft taupe with ....
..you guessed it; sequins makes me tingly with happiness. I can`t explain it just happens :) )


I went shopping today, here`s my catch:

A yummy Taupe jersey dress with sequined shoulders that bring on just the right amount of drama:

The dress fit (haha!), but the fun pretty much stopped there. So before I had defrosted from the chilly walk home ♫Aint no mountain high enough, Ain`t no♫.. (well, you get my drift). I was on my hands and feet cutting the dress into a glam bolero (now there`s a quick fix, literally!):

I love the contrast of the dark shoulders with the soft material.

Here`s my Taupe glitz for tomorrow:

Taupe re-worked Bolero mixed with an incredibly wrinkled dress. I can see that I must start ironing! (Note to Self: Buy an iron)

Actually I have decided that should be a look. Maybe because I turned 31 recently, this decision may be linked to the perpetual discovery of more wrinkles on my face. (Sorry, i'll stop the psychoanalysis now) Actually maybe get an iron after all :)

Specked headband, neckless used as bangle and glass ring.

Detail of the Sequined shoulder:

Turquoise glass meets feathers, sequins and jersey

Here`s a great example of taupe that is anything but boring:

I love the ripped edges on the skirt

Here are some more Taupy delights that i`d be more than happy to take home:

Taupe fortress!

Sequined Necklace
(Shouldn`t be to hard to make, no?)

It`s a Liza Minelly-moment!
A very elegant one I might add :)

Dripping with luxury.... Yes, please!

As an afterthought I can`t resist showing you these pants, taupe or no taupe:

Go on, put MC Hammer to shame! (and send me the pics!)
Or send me a pair, and I`ll send YOU the pics ;)

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SPRING HAS SPRUNG LADIES!!!!

IT IS OFFICIALLY SPRING THIS SATURDAY!

Time to shake those Cabin Fever Blues, hop into your flip flops and start enjoying this gorgeous weather while it lasts.. =)

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