Showing posts with label Heidi Klum. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Heidi Klum. Show all posts

Saturday, October 13, 2012

What to Wear to a Formal Event in 2012

A couple of weeks ago I attended a formal wedding.  And like any girl I faced a dilema.  What to wear?  I chose a simple black dress, and blinged myself out with a killer necklace and corresponding bracelet.  Accessories can make a whole outfit.  If you find a stellar statement glitzy show-stopper  I recommend pairing it with a simple, form flattering dress.  A busy dress with lots of sparkle or pattern AND a crazy piece of jewelry could be too much.  Here was my solution:

Necklace by Badgley Mischka.  Check them out http://www.badgleymischka.com/jewelry/.  Or shop for some of their awesome statement jewelry on one of my favorite web sites (Charm & Chain) http://www.charmandchain.com/designers/a-z-designers/badgley-mischka.

Don't take my word for it, Heidi Klum, Jessica Biel, Selma Hayak, Nicole Kidmond, Reese Witherspoon, Gwenyth Paltrow, Natalie Portman.... etc., etc,. Here's How the Celebs have done it on the red carpet in 2012:












Here are a couple of fab statement pieces that are currently available:

This great baroque inspired piece by Lanvin can be found at Nordstrom.com


Here is a super fun neck by Kate Spade for $298.  Find it at Neiman Marcus. http://www.neimanmarcus.com/search.jsp?Ntt=kate+spade&_requestid=50459&N=4294966834


This last one is sure is fun! Dress it up or down.  By Allen Schwartz and sold at Saks Fifth Avenue.


Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Project Runway, Season 10

I have decided after a long break from blogging, that it is time to begin again.  Apparently people have been reading my blog, and I never knew it!  So how to begin again?

I'll ease back into fashion blogging by talking about the current season of Project Runway!  The show is in it's 10th season.  And weather you believe it epitomizes real fashion or is merely a "reality" show entertainment... It is 10 seasons in and going strong.


I used to follow this show religiously.  Especially while I was in fashion school.  The past few years I took a breather from the show (mainly because I know longer invest in cable television).  A close friend of mine tried out to be a model for season 10, and guess what?! She made it, and has gone pretty far in the competition with the designer she was paired with.  So of course, I had to get back into it again.  And I must admit, I LOVE Tim Gunn as much as ever.

As a New Yorker, I particularly loved seeing Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn with the Rockets!  The winning look for the costume challenge showcased the dreamy city in a beautiful way.


Last weeks episode determined which 4 designers would be invited to participate in showing a collection on New York's runway during fashion week.  In the past I have always had SOME idea of who the winner may be... but all 4 designers are very different and I honestly have no clear prediction!


So if you are a crazy new yorker type living in the hipster era with no TV (like me... sigh), Project Runway Season 10 can be viewed on Hulu.com for free!  The only hitch is you have to wait until the next day to watch.  You can also watch episodes on http://www.mylifetime.com where you can also get more info on the designers and the show.

What do you think will happen?

Thursday, May 6, 2010

Fashion Must Have For All Seasons: The Blazing Blazer

for FASHION TIP EXTRA see end of blog.

Living in New York City, I observe a lot of fashion trends that come and go quickly.  Blazers, I predict are here to stay for quite a while.  I am thrilled roaming down Broadway and 5th Avenue and seeing the incredible array of blazers worn by New York Fashionable women.

Why this hot new item is so lovable?  
1) There are endless styles and variations on the classic blazer.  
2) The blazer is CLASSIC fashion.  It may not always be the HOT item, but it will never be out of style.
3) Blazers are for every season.  In the fall add a scarf and your Blazer acts as your jacket.  In the winter, throw a warm down coat or a pea coat over it, no problem!  In the spring, adding a blazer over a tank top and skirt makes the outfit dynamite! And in the summer, we still have to deal with the blasting AC at the movie theaters, subways, work, etc.  and carrying a blazer with you makes you look much classier than if you were to carry a sweatshirt!
4) It is a super simple way to dress up a casual outfit.  Jeans, a cheap tee and flip flops... comfortable as can be, right?  Throw on a blazer and perhaps a great necklace and you look like a million bucks!



Celebs rockin their blazin blazers.


Heidi Klum dresses up her blazer with another hot fashion item this season: a brooch.


Emilio Sosa of Project Runway does the blazer in a new and exciting way.



If you are interested in adding a new blazer to your wardrobe, here are a few personal favorites:


I own this Blazer from Banana Republic.  I love it!  It was one of the best purchases I've made in some time.  I wear it with a solid color bright tank top underneath (such as turqoise or coral), a pair of dark denim blue jeans and black heels.  

There are two reasons I love this blazer so much.  First, is the casual color which makes a dressy style an everyday item.  Second is the length, it's just long enough for those days when I'm not feeling "skinny",  because it hides the waist line flawlessly.

Check out this Fashionable blazer:



The Gap describes this blazer as "the shrunken schoolboy" look.  It is shorter in length, allowing a bit more versatility in the type of pant or skirt it can be comfortably worn with.  The dark blue color, contrasting lining and breast pocket make this fashion look complete!

Interested in owning this fashion must have? Click here:

This "Boyfriend Blazer" from Bloomingdale's is pure classic fashion.  This piece will never be out of style.  It is black, so it can be worn with anything, and the cut and length are flattering for almost any body type.

Make a fashion statement with a classic.  Visit Bloomingdale's Website:





FASHION TIP EXTRA:  Notice how ALL of the blazers in all of these images are worn (every style, and color).  Do you see it?  The way to be as fashionable as possible with your blazer this season is to roll up the sleeves to about 3/4 length and expose the lining!  It makes you appear cool and casual but totally collected in your classic blazer look.

What is Fashion?