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Couture Ballet

Posted on September 18, 2012 | Leave a comment

The NYC Ballet’s fall gala is getting a fashion makeover by famed couturier, Valentino Garavini.  I love this photo from Vanity Fair of the master bellerina with the designer.

P.S. How fabulous are those red pointe slippers?

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Ladylike Leopard for Fall

Posted on August 14, 2012 | Leave a comment

The leopard trend has come a long way from Peg Bundy for this leopard trend.  Beyonce, Anna Wintour, street-style masters wear it with aplomb.  Are you intimidated by this wild streak, and don’t want to show your spots in the urban jungle?
Here are some chic ideas to make it your own.  Copy cats welcomed!

Shop: Sweater, Pant/Dress, Jacket/Jeans, Loafer/Clutch, Dress

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Fall Trends: Ladylike Leather for Fall

Posted on July 31, 2012 | Leave a comment

The runways for Fall 2012 featured several shows with leather clad models.  The look, while typically personifying an edgy sex kitten character was ladylike and sophisticated.  Slim shapes, flattering seams, longer hemlines offset the sleek leather for a feminine style.

Jessica Alba got an early jump on the leather trend and proved you can rock (studded!) leather in the summer and look just as flawless.

Now make the look your own, for a lot less!

Images: Kors/Versace
Shop: Dress/Clutch/Pump

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Trends: T-Strap Pump for Fall

Posted on July 26, 2012 | 1 comment

It feels (as in it is 100 degrees today!) too early to think or talk about Fall trends, but one is sneaking up on us today that is too good to not share!

The T-Strap pump was spotted on the runways for Fall 2012 and celebrities, like Emma Stone, are working the trend a little bit early for all of our benefit.  The classic pump becomes even more flattering with the help of a retro revamping from front and center thin strap.

In bold colors and sparkling leathers for now, and deep jewel tones and suede for later – this is a trend to watch.

Shop: Pink/Green/Silver/Red
Images: Emma Stone/Philip Lim runway

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Icon: Frida Kahlo

Posted on July 24, 2012 | Leave a comment

I am starting a new series on the The Daily Batch!  On Tuesdays we’ll look at style icons of different eras and what made their look their own, and how to replicate it for today in a way that is modern and not a costume.

Before Salma, Frida Kahlo was the face and the artist to represent the modern Mexican woman.  An artist and deeply thoughtful thinker, Kahlo through her work of primarily self-portraits displayed a highly developed style.

The key to a Frida inspired look: bold colors, slick hair and makeup, heavy jewelry, fabric with rich fabric and movement.

Shop: Dress, Earring, Belt, Lip, Wrap, Sandals

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Icon: Jackie Kennedy

Posted on July 17, 2012 | Leave a comment

I am starting a new series on the The Daily Batch!  On Tuesdays we’ll look at style icons of different eras and what made their look their own, and how to replicate it for today in a way that is modern and not a costume.

First up, one of my favorites, Jackie Kennedy.  This is a photo from the White House years – after she was just Jacqueline Bouvier, and before the Onassis.

The key to a Jackie wardrobe of this era: slim fitting shapes, bold and citrus colors, polished finishes, mega-earrings, and of course, the perfect sunglasses.

Shop: Dress/Lip/Earrings/Clutch/Shades

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Getting Dressed for the Olympics

Posted on July 13, 2012 | 1 comment

Yesterday the uniforms that the American athletes will wear for the upcoming Summer Olympics were debuted.  They are designed by Ralph Lauren and are classically American in a country and yacht club sort of way.  I, along with other Olympic (and fashion) fans are disappointed.

US Olympic uniforms, courtesy of Ralph Lauren

The latest collection from Ralph Lauren does trend a bit 19th-century fabulous and refined, but critics are calling the uniforms too European, too preppy, too posh…

Ralph gets America.  America get’s fashion.  Would it not have been out of this world amazing if our athletes looked like this in a few weeks?

 

Either way, no matter what they wear to the Opening Ceremonies, I hope they get to wear a lot of gold to the Closing Ceremonies.  This wouldn’t be too bad either.

 
 
All images from NY Mag.

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What is Your Summer Style?

Posted on July 3, 2012 | Leave a comment

Tomorrow is the 4th of July!  Three cheers for fireworks, bbq’s, mini-weekends in the middle of the week and an all-American summer. What are you doing and what are you going to wear?

I spent this past weekend in Telluride, Colorado.  A beautiful town, more on that on Thursday, with a really terrific sense of style.  My trip got me thinking about what American style is, beyond Ralph and Tommy.

Which of these most closely match your all-American summer style?

P.S.  I am a mix of all of these.

Shop: City tee/jeans/shades/bag/bracelet/sneaks
Shop: Country dress/clutch/jacket/belt/boots
Shop: Beach bikini/bag/shades/shorts/flips/sunblock
 
 
P.S. for more American fashion inspiration check out this editorial from Vogue.
 
 

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White Hot Heat

Posted on June 25, 2012 | Leave a comment

For the past several weeks South Floridians, and I, have been glued to their couches watching the “white hot” Miami Heat knock off the New York Knicks, the Indiana Pacers, the Boston Celtics and finally the Oklahoma City Thunder.

A few years back, in true South Florida style, the Heat adopted a “white hot” theme and today as they celebrate their 2nd National Championship in 90 degree weather, what better to wear to celebrate the Heat than cool white?*

Layer on the metallic jewelry, add a strappy sandal and you’re ready for the hottest of Miami days (or nights).

*Non-fans can also get in on the all-white fun, it is summer after all!

Of course if you want authentic Heat gear shop here.  And to watch the parade down Biscayne click here.

Shop: t-shirt, slit, halter

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Blueberry + Lime: A Summer Color Story

Posted on June 13, 2012 | Leave a comment

Colorblocking remains a hot trend for summer but one color combination has me especially intrigued.  Taking a cue from your favorite spa drinks, bright blue(berry) and vivid lime pair up for a splashy combination that is refreshingly smart and summer-ready tart.

In this case the blue is the neutral.  It is pops with a hint (or a shout) of lime.  By mixing in accessories, it is a great way to add this colorful trend without overhauling your wardrobe.  The clutch with a staple skinny and tee; the colorblock dress with a glimmering gold sandal?  All perfect execution of this fruitful trend.

What do you say, will you mix the lime with the blueberry this season?

Shop: prim/proper/pop/envelope clutch/box clutch/sandal/sandal

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