Trend Alert: Summer 2011 Sunglasses

It is that time of the year again where we shop for new sunglasses for the summer! The trends for this summer include bold colors and patterns, florals, and the John Lennon look. I always say that it is the accessories you pair with your outfits that make the perfect finishing touches. I have picked out some of favorites for you all!  

ENJOY!

Dolce & Gabbana 

Fendi
This is my favorite!!

Jill Sanders

Emanuel Ungaro 

Emanuel Ungaro 

Giorgio Armani

Giorgio Armani

Jewelry Trend: Turquoise

Turquoise is the new hot thing for this spring and summer for jewelry. The great thing about jewelry is that you can spend thousands of dollars, hundreds of dollars, or a few dollars and get GREAT products. I have picked out some of my favorites.

ENJOY

Ranjana Khan
$200
I LOVE THIS...look at all the detail!
Purchase it HERE

Azaara



Kenneth Jay Lane
LOVE THIS!

Kenneth Jay Lane
On SALE for $94 (Originally $94)
Purchase it HERE

Oscar de la Renta

$250

Purchase it HERE

Trends: Floral Flat Sandals!

I have this massive obsession with FLORALS....from jewelry to clothes 

and now to SANDALS! You can virtually buy sandals with flower detail with 

any budget. Here are some of my favorites ranging from $59.95 to $650. 

Oh and I suggest buying light colors such as beige and pink!

ENJOY

Giuseppe Zanotti
$650
You can purchase this at Neiman Marcus or HERE

Kate Spade
$285
You can purchase this at Neiman Marcus or
HERE

Report
$59.95
You can purchase this at Nordstroms or HERE

Trends: 70's Flobby Hats

Floppy 70s style hats are in style for this Spring and Summer. I just bought two and they are getting shipped to me next week! Honestly, you can find hats for $15 or $300 and they can look the same! So I suggest you look around and buy a few inexpensive ones! I bought mine for $40 each...so look for a good bargain!

Lauren by Ralph Lauren
$38
Buy it HERE

ASOS
$44.83
Buy It HERE

ASOS
$35.86
Buy It HERE

My Favorite TREND from Paris Fashion Week

I really did enjoy the "60s" trend from Paris Fashion Week and am looking forward to wearing feminine chic designs in the Fall. From Lanvin to Yves Saint Laurent to Dior I got the same 60s vibe. In my opinion, Lanvin pulled it off the best with the pulled in hats, red and brown coats, and the feminine touches. Here are my two favorites from Lanvin's catwalk that best represent the trend. Make sure to look at my previous post to see ALL the style from Lanvin HERE

ENJOY

Trends: Vibrant Color Purses

Black use to be my favorite color until this SPRING! 

I am so excited to be wearing colors like YELLOW, ORANGE, PURPLE, RED, etc. 

Here are some of my favorites (yes some since if I could I would wear every single purse man ever made!)

ENJOY

Marc by Marc Jacobs
$298
I am heading out to Saks or Neiman Marcus this
weekend to purchase this....it is BEAUTIFUL and so cheap too!

Chanel
I think the price is up now to $3,400 since they do price
increases every few months.
I absolutely love this...I always tell myself not to buy two-three
shoes or two purses and get this instead....but never do!

Marc by Marc Jacobs
$228 

Z Spoke by Zac Posen
$525
so lady like!

Diane von Furstenberg
$298

Bottega Veneta
$1,220
classic

Trends: Feminine CHIC

You can get a feminine and romantic look easily and cheaply at Mango

There is a Mango store in Tysons Corner (downstairs in front of Macys and next to Godiva) for Washington DC Residents. Every major city in the world has the Espana designer's clothing! 

Trends: BOHEMIAN (BOHO) CHIC

Personally, I can't pull off a "Boho" style outfit. I think you need to be really artistic to pull it off. BUT, I do wear Boho style accessories so I can stay fashionable! 

For example, I put on a Boho style scarves, hats, or jewelry. 

I think it's an awesome trend...but not for everyone. 

So the perfect solution is to accessorize in "Boho"

I have picked out some outfits that I think do the style justice.

ENJOY!

Missoni
$1,400
The most beautiful Boho style dress I have ever seen. 

See by Chloe
$670
I LOVE the details on the shoulders and on the waist. 

Express
$49.90
This 'Boho' dress is simple and I love it!
Cheap too!

Missoni
$580
This is something I would definitely wear because I think I can pull
the hat off...not the dress!

Marc by Marc Jacobs
$178
Scarves are the perfect way to add the finish touch
This one is also in a stripe format which is also in style!

Deepe Gurnari
$58
Perfect way to stay in style without going over the top.
You can find this at CUSP

Lavish
$98
I always say its jewelry like this that take a simple outfit and
make it a "WOW" Outfit!

Beauty Trends for Spring/Summer 2011

RED HOT LIPS

Go with a burgundy color lipstick or gloss for this Spring and Summer. 

Even crimson red or red red works too!

When you work up your lips, make sure you stay light on the eyes.

In my opinion its too much when someone has red lipstick on and smokey eyes.

I always do my make-up the same way...red lipstick (typically from Dior, Chanel, or Mac), a little mascara (Dior or Mac), concealer under my eye, (Chanel or Yves Saint Laurent), and a pink blush (Nars <--my favorite! or Chanel)

You can find good quality red lipstick in all prige ranges. Mac has them for $14.50 and they are not only great quality but also last a long time! Dior and Chanel are typically in the $30s.

Fall 2011 TRENDS!

Now that the shows are finished in New York, London, and Milan 

we know the trends for the Fall season. 

Look for lots of 
BLUE and ORANGE, COLOR BOXING, and BIG SHAGGY/FLUFFY COATS. 

Here are the styles straight from the runway and my takes on them

ENJOY!

Lots of Blue...from light to dark shades!
Make sure you stock up on blue dresses, cardigans, shirts, etc. 

Different shades of Orange in all types of material
I personally love the orange coat!

Color Boxing is actually in style for this spring/summer as well!
FLUFF.......love love love!
Look at my previous post on color boxing/blocking  HERE

 I love fur...real or fake! Looking forward to wearing big fur this fall!

Trends: Thick Heeled Shoes!

The new trend in shoes is thick heels. 

I love them because they are so edgy and different than normal pumps or sandals. You can find them in every price range. 

I have picked out some of my favorites ranging from $99.90 to $795

Brands include: Christian Louboutin, Fendi, Tory Burch, Zara, and Aldo

Christian Louboutin
$795

Fendi
$740

Tory Burch
$350

Zara
$109
Buy It HERE

Zara
$99.90
Buy It HERE

Aldo
$100
Buy It HERE

Trends: ONE SHOULDER with RUFFLES

I am OBSESSED with One Shoulder and lately 

I've noticed I am addicted to Ruffles as well!

Seriously, whenever I go shopping the one shoulder dresses attract my eyes like a cheesecake from Cheesecake Factory! 

Here are my favorite one shoulder ruffle dresses for this Spring

ranging from $60 to $348 and where you can find them.

ENJOY!!

BCBGMAXAZRIA
$348
This is a perfect dress for going out.
It's not too dressy and not too casual.
I also love the side draping!
You can find this HERE and its also 30% OFF 
at the BCBG store!

Laundry by Shelli Segal
$345
I think this is the definition of CLASS.
Perfect for graduations, family parties, etc.
You can find this HERE

Aqua
$242
BY FAR MY FAVORITE
ONE SHOULDER RUFFLE DRESS!
It is so unique and beautiful! I want this badly!
You can find this HERE

Lipsy
$98
This is perfect for DAY. Its not too dressy
but still has class and elegance
You can find it HERE

TFNC
$60
This dress is UNDERPRICED! seriously!
The color and design is breathtaking!
LOVE IT!
You can find it HERE