awesome outfit day: california dreaming...

Gorg second hand skirt from Thailand. Absolutely could not wait to wear...date night seemed like a momento perfecto
(Second hand skirt, yard-sale tee, REHCY by Anna Maria necklace, Vintage 1940/50s screw on earrings, Native American made beaded braclet, Body Shop ring, and gifted shoes)
(Photos in the post owned by me)

"The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page." 

Quote by Saint Augustine

golden globes in shades of nudes...

Seems that shades of nudes and beiges was a huge trend at the 2012 Golden Globes this Sunday. 

As this is a trend I love, elegant, beautiful, and modern, I hope it continues through the new year.

Here are a few of our ladies showing how it's done!

The cut, the super sheer shoulders, the elegance..what's not to love?

Diane Lane 15 January 2012

The vintage style of this one is to die for...

Watch your back, girl, this one may have to get jacked! :-)

By the way, loving the dark hair.

Jessica Biel 15 January 2012

Though the hair in make-up is very gorgeously Marilyn Monroe,
the dress well...let's just say leaves a little bit to be desired.
Amy Poehler 15 Jan 2012

This one has a princess style...or maybe prom. Still pretty.
Julie Bowen 15 January 2012

Miss Beckinsale looks absolutely gorgeous. I like the dress, but it somehow has a wedding dress look to it. It's got to be the lace.
Kate Beckinsale 15 January 2012

Piper showing us that red carpet events do not always have to be serious. :-P
Piper Perabo 15 January 2012

This look has it all, Bohemian hair and jewelry, futuristic seams on the bodice, traditional elagance of the mermaid silohette...love, love love! Way to go Miss Macpherson!
Elle Macpherson 15 January 2012

Hmm...well...ummmmm.. How's your day going, by the way?
Emily Watson 15 January 2012

The ruching and style of the bodice is lovely, yet the hair and accessories not so much.
A Greek inspired updo with a long pendant necklace would have been ice-cream tons better.
Sarah Paulson 15 January 2012

The Sci-fi cut with the Egyptian inspired embellishment looks like something straight from Stargate, which by the way, I super love. Yep, this dress may have to be stolen. You're killing it Nicole!

This dress also happens to be my Love's favorite of the night. Apparently guys like form fitting dresses... I wonder why... :-P

Nicole Kidman 15 January 2012

Miss McPhee showing us that the nude look can also be sweet and innocent.
Anyone excited about her new television show?
Katherine McPhee 15 January 2012

This one seemed to be the favorite of the night, and I can see why...the artistic elegance of the dress, the oh so Hollywood updo, the fact that it's worn by Charlize Theron...

yep, I can see why it's the favorite of the evening.

Charlize Theron 15 January 2012

Now on to my favorite of the group...

Worn by Miss Giuliana Rancic

The flowing silk chiffon skirt, the sculpted sci-fi looking bodice, the gold embellishment at the waist...absolutely, positively needs to be in my closet now!
Miss Rancic, better keep this one locked up! :-)
Giuliana Rancic 15 January 2012

"Bravery never goes out of fashion."
Quote by William Makepeace Thackeray

style inspiration- 2012 week 2

Had to show you my style inspiration for the week. Absolutely in love. This dress, from Givenchy's SS 2012 collection, gives me thoughts of vacations in Italy, evening gondola trips in Venice, and kisses from my Baby Love. :-)

Thank you, Rumi, for introducing me to this dress and for being a constant source of fashion inspiration.

Rumi Neely in Givenchy's SS 2012 collection.

You can find the original post at Rumi's blog:

www.fashiontoast.com

The dress on the runway in September 2011.

"There are no failures-just experiences and your reactions to them."

Quote by Tom Krause

PREDICTIONS IN STYLE for 2012

PREDICTIONS IN STYLE for 2012... duhn, duhn, duuuhhhhhnnnn....

1. "Effortless" beauty. Natural, free, comfortable, and I just woke up looking like this.

2. An even stronger continuance of the health and organic craze. Which I myself have fallen victim too.  :-D

3. On the opposite end we will continue with the edgy leathers, futuristic cuts, and rock chic styles. Combining the three for sexy sci-fi awesomeness. (Love!)

4. The most popular trend will be the continuing hunt for the fountain of youth.

5. While the most important "fashionable" trend will be a larger focus on philanthropy. So find a favorite charity, one close to your heart, and pour yourself into it. Happy 2012, dawls!!

Jennifer Garner July 2011

A 2011 example of "Effortless" beauty that will most likely continue through 2012.

Miss Angelina November 2011

Always a favorite example of Effortless beauty and philanthropy.

Kate Beckinsale Nov 2011

Beautifully showing, with her toned legs, tan skin, and gorgeously healthy hair, 2012's second fashion trend of health and fitness.

Stacy Keibler October 2011

An cool and hot example of the futuristic trend to continue through 2012

Victoria Beckham November 2011

Another example of the edgy, futuristic trend. Love the leggings!

Michelle Pfeiffer October 2011

A goddess example and a queen of the most important trend...

Mastering the fountain of youth! Please, great queen, give us commoners the key!

Demi Moore September 2011

Another goddess of the Fountain of Youth. Dang, girl!

Oprah, always philanthropic, at the opening of her School for Girls in Africa.

Now you know the future. I've looked into my Crystal Ball of Fashion and let you in on the secrets. :-D

Take it or leave it.

But will you be on 2012's best or worst dressed lists?

"When written in Chinese, the word 'crisis' is composed of two characters - one represents danger, and the other represents opportunity."

Quote by Saul David Alinsky

Trend Alert: The Hip Ruffle?

Though I loved the look on Emma Watson back in June, I don't know, maybe it was just done right with the waist cinching then, I still can't get behind this 80's throwback that's been popping up everywhere. Some how placing a ruffle to accent the hips, just doesn't seem very flattering. 

What, do we need to fly with our hips or something?

Let me know what you think.

Emma Stone 18 July 2011

Nicole Kidman 13 July 2011

A different take on the hip ruffle, hmm... Nope, still not loving it.

Zoe Saldana 16 May 2011

Diana Agron 1 August 2011

Reese Witherspoon 6 May 2011

Liv Tyler 4 May 2011

"Poo-tee-weet?"

Quote from Kurt Vonnegut's Slaughterhouse Five

Monthly Fashion Favorites: June 2011

And the June Stylees go to...

There's something about the gentle color of this dress combined with the simple yet futuristic belt that makes me stand back and say "Wow, Rose, you look amazing!" The metal detailing adds a harder edge that making it a step above.

Rose McGowan 16 June 2011

I think it's the slight vampirey touch to this look that attracts me.

Chloe Sevigny 6 June 2011

Though her expression is not looking so fabulous, I'm always a sucker for the prairie/hippie/gypsy/boho look, especially when it's combined with a western inspired, tan leather belt. This look is so wonderfully Free People. Oh, and congrats on the great bod, Kirstie!

Kirstie Alley 22 June 2011

The insanely bright dress, combined with the almost cartoony make-up, somehow just works. When I see this ensemble, I think, comic super-hero going to a comic book ball, and because I secretly wish comics were real, I can't get over this look!

Emma Watson 5 June 2011

The soft, flowing shirt combined with the leather pants makes her look killer!! I'm sweet and pretty, but I can still kick your butt!! Hmm, more comic books are real fantasies again...Ha Ha

Leighton Meester 9 June 2011

"We can't solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them."

Quote by Albert Einstein

Menswear Inspired is IN...Just in Case You Haven't Noticed

Absolutely love this look! It works as casual, glam, or nostalgic. 

Wanna tone down the man vibe and give it a sexier feminine touch? 

Wear it with a silky, low cut blouse and super high stilettos.

For a softer look, wear your hair down with gentle waves, with a more pastel shade of fabric.

Katie Holmes with an ultra modern, wide legged suit. 

15 June 2011

Gwyneth Paltrow wearing a more Miami Vice inspired version.

May 2011

Evan Rachel Wood 21 June 2011

"Show me a guy whos afraid to look bad, and I'll show you a guy you can beat every time."

Quote by Lou Brock