Blazing Black

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A little inspiration because I wear black in the summer.

The Glossy, Stardust and Sequins, French Frosting, Le Fashion, Studded Hearts, Fashion Gone Rogue

Wear This: Open/Low Back Wedding Dress II

It’s wedding season! We have at least five weddings to attend this summer!  As I mentioned here, my favorite dress trend is the open/low back gown. It’s so fresh. I’ve found a few more that I love and wanted to share.

Jim Hjelm Gown

Another Jim Hjelm Gown

Lazaro Bridal Gowns, Wedding Dresses Style LZ3052 by JLM Couture, Inc.

Lazaro Gown

Hot Mess: Danielle Staub

Sometimes it’s embarrassing to admit you watch the “Real Housewives” from anywhere, but most of the time it’s one hilarious hot mess after another. Andy Cohen has become one of my favorite people and I find it difficult to miss Watch What Happens Live. Last night, I was more impressed by his view of Sag Harbor than anything! However, the hottest-trainwreck-tranny-mess was Danielle Staub and her lesbian love song. Watch what happens…Andy’s reactions are priceless.

Sorry I’ve been terrible about posting consistently. A lot has been going on. I intend to rectify it!

Do you have any thoughts on Danielle?

Style Crush: Natalia Vodianova

Natalia Vodianova & Ewan McGregor by Peter Lindbergh for Vogue US July 2010

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Natalia is oh-so-lovely. Hope you enjoy. From Fashion Gone Rogue.

Upped the Ante: Monique Lhuillier Resort 2011

Last week, I wrote an open letter to Jason Wu. I was enchanted by his Resort 2011 collection (and still am) but he has been surpassed. Monique Lhuillier. There’s really nothing more to say. Enjoy for yourselves. Feast your eyes. I literally want every. single. look…including the shoes!

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You really must look here and see the WHOLE collection.

A few things

We are going away for the weekend (another wedding) and then I’ll be in Orlando next week for work. But, here are a few things I’m enjoying:

The NEW June/July Issue of Lonny Mag

This Blog: Bardot in Blue

This song: Home by Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros

This bikini:

Birdie Bikini

Happy, happy weekend!

Field Guide: Summer Style Finds for Guys

Some Cool Shoes

H by Hudson Carlo Perforated Moccasinpicture of Air Grant PennyLeather foot bed with ribbon detailed thong strap. Made in the USA.

Perforated Moccasin, $160/ Driving Loafer, $98/ Air Grant Penny, $138/ Ribbon Flip-Flops, $48/ Topsiders, $53

A Fun Watch

Nixon The Time Teller PBreil Milano - Square Stainless Steel Chronograph WatchCH2614PFlud Big Ben Mesh Band Watch

Time Teller, $60/ Breil Milano Watch, $275/ Decker Watch, $105/ Mesh Watch, $98

Sunglasses

Tortoise Plastic SunglassesGold Aviator SunglassesBlackout Wayfarer

Topman Plastic Tortoise Sunglasses, $28/ RayBan RB4126, $144/Gold Aviators, $28/ Black-out Wayfarer, $14

Swim Trunks

Lilly Pulitzer - Flroal Swim TrunksVineyard Vines - Bouys Chappy Swim Trunks

Cotton and nylon with mesh lining and drawstring elastic waist. Hidden key pocket at inside of swimsuit. Velcro back pocket for secure storage. Available in our classic Southampton fit with a 5" inseam. Machine wash. Imported.

Floral Trunks, $90/ Buoys Swim Trunks, $79/ Seersucker Trunks, $85/ Striped Board Shorts, $19

A Lightweight Jacket

A summer essential tailored from pure cotton. 3-button side vents.  Dry clean. Imported.

WHITE INSERT SKINNY TUX JACKET

Twill Blazer, $98/ Seersucker Sports Coat, $298/ Skinny Tux Jacket, $280/ Trooper Jacket, $49

A Dapper Hat

Straw TrilbyWHITE SAILORS CAPBlock Headwear - Crochet Straw Trilby FedoraStraw golf hat with perforated holes in the top part of the crown. 3" brim with green band. Dri Lexpolyester sweatband to wick away moisture from the skin. Imported.

Straw Trilby, $24/ Sailor Cap, $30/ Crochet Straw Fedora, $53/ Golf Hat, $140

A Boyish Bowtie (How to tie one here)

Pure silk woven in England. Dry clean. Made in the USA. Self-tie bow.Pure silk woven in England. Dry clean. Made in the USA. Self-tie bow.Pure silk woven in Italy. Dry clean. Made in the USA. Self-tie bow.

Dot Bowtie, $49/ Music Stripe Bowtie, $49/ Connect Four Bowtie, $49

Efficient Travel Luggage – For Weekend Getaways

Matt & Natt - Weekender BagNetpack Deluxe Wheeled Duffel 40"¢

Weekender Bag, $220/ Sidekick Bag, $63/ Wheeled Duffel, $99

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Inspired by 10 Killer Style Staples for Guys

For Father’s Day Gift Ideas, check Shop-O-Matic

My Favorite Men’s Online Inspiration and Shops

Perlis New Orleans

Brooks Brothers

Urban Outfitters

Topman

Cole Haan

Saks 5th Avenue

Jason Wu: Prim & Proper

Dear Jason Wu,

Can you become my personal designer? I would move to NYC or Hollywood or wherever you like. I would lose 30lbs and wear stilts for you! I know a little bit about styling? I could help you in some way? Maybe I could learn to sew and become your intern? If you would make me 1000 dresses just like the ones in your resort collection, I would do almost ANYTHING! I love the hourglass shape, the feminine collar, the fullish skirt… (excuse me while I drool).

For more from Jason Wu, click here.

How to dress: Blush

New color crush = Blush. It’s such a girly, pretty, demure color and in my opinion it works on ANY skin tone. I don’t own a dress in this hue but I really want to. Choices below.

RM by Roland Mouret Powermesh slip dressTibi Samba crepe de Chine dressSandro Rayonnante devore mini dressCasey Jones Dress

1 Linen-silk bustier dress JCrew  2 Heritage silk blend strapless dress Banana Republic 3 Harmonious Chiffon Dress Forever21 4 Linen Blended Tube Dress Forever21 5 Power Mesh Slip Dress Net-A-Porter 6 Stargazer Dress Free People 7 Samba crepe de Chine dress Tibi 8 Rayonnante Devore Mini Dress Sandro 9 Casey Jones Dress ASOS

Do you need a blushing hair accessory? The swoon-worthy Ban.Do has a new collection.

Below, “blush” selections…click photos for links.

Style Crush: Christine Centenera & Ivory Booties

Christine Centenera is the Fashion Editor for Harper’s Bazaar Australia. A crush-worthy occupation in and of itself, I was nonplussed yet un-surprised when I realized she is young, thin, hot & stylish.

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Immediately, I hate her/like her immensely. Isn’t it just like us girls to begrudge and admire someone at the same time? What makes us that way? I digress.. Either way, girlfriend looks amazing and I have similar ivory booties (Gianni Bini minus the studs) which she reminded me to wear.

They are the ivory patent leather version of the below, mentioned here.

Photos by Vanessa Jackman via because im addicted.