Penelope Cruz was the embodiment of unfussy, pregnant-chic as she recently dined out with hubby, Javier Bardem in Madrid. Her free-flowing Proenza Schouler maxi dress (she actually knotted it in the back for casual comfort) proves you don’t have to shop only at maternity stores to enjoy dresses that won’t cramp your tummy – or … Continue reading “Top 5 Maternity-Wise Maxis: Pregnancy Chic”
Just because it’s summer doesn’t mean it’s time for nothing but strappy bright sandals, all day, everyday. But if you’re a boots-and-jeans kind of girl, full-coverage ankle boots are a bit heavy, not to mention hot (although the right ones can look cool and relaxed with shorts). A bootie that’s been aired out with a … Continue reading “Top 5 Slingback Peep-Toe Booties: Get In the Sling of Things”
Ask any fashion editor and they will tell you, the statement coat is the investment piece of the season. Well, nothing makes a statement like a powerful shot of bright color! If you think about it, a vivid hue makes perfect sense when it comes to coats; simply big sheaths of fabric for keeping us … Continue reading “Top 5 Bright Coats: Brights Win the Cold-Weather Fight”
Why should dresses get all the fun? Yes, it’s so easy to slip into a dress, just one piece of fabric and suddenly your outfit is done, but now the seasons are changing. Layering is on the immediate horizon, and that means the necessity for an excellent array of tops. Ones that are neutral – … Continue reading “Amazing Tops: Tops of the Pops”
A bootie sandal hybrid done this fluidly can only be from Proenza Schouler. The tonal contrast with the awesome texture of stamped lizard provides the flair for a versatile shoe that works with everything. I love the way it is laced, there is a ruggedness to it that gives it a sexy edge. The open … Continue reading “Proenza Schouler Wide Laced Sandal: Daily Dose of Laced Goodness”
Who’s to say jeans can’t be green? Isn’t blue just as arbitrary, when you think about it? These Kelly-green Current/Elliott skinnys are a must-have – but only if they look good. A bright like this isn’t as forgiving to form as our traditional indigos; skinny and green is a tricky business. Nobody wants to look … Continue reading “Current/Elliott “The Ankle” Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans: Going Green”