The Essentials from Mr. Porter got me thinking about what every guy has to have to survive Summer and look fly doing it. Here are my recommendations. Bonus – the best men’s style sites: Valet Mag, Kempt, Gilt Manual, A Continuous Lean, Mr. Porter Journal, oooo
Casual Jeans
A Summer Blazer
A Bowtie
A Straw Hat
Swim Trunks
Boat Shoes
Shorts
Sunglasses
Chinos
A White Tee
Flip Flops
Now, if Summer would just get here.
Sources: pictures are linked to source.
The following photos exemplify why it’s so fun to be a girl.
ladylike scarves, platforms, soft blues
sweet hues in delicate fabrics
light shades of nude, peach and cream
a blooming heel
frothy frocks and lots of leg
lovely lucite, feathers and a glittering clutch
white on white, sequins, smoky eyes
I recently found myself watching a Charlie’s Angels (the original) episode. I was shocked by the bad acting and the amazing fashion! Mostly the fashion.Raz I was particularly impressed by Cheryl Ladd. I want to recreate every single outfit of hers. I’m slightly obsessed. The 70s fashion is totally applicable to today. Don’t you think? My favorite things: her oversized sunglasses, her hair and her high-waisted pants.
Sources: Townsend Agency, Charlies Angels
Although it doesn’t always come naturally, I think we should all try to enjoy being who we are everyday.
Photographer: Ben Riggott, Stylist: Shelly Vella, Model: Andi Muse for Cosmo UK March 2011 via DJA
From W Magazine
Top row, from left: Dieppa Restrepo’s leather shoes; Gucci’s leather briefcase; Tom Ford’s men’s leather loafers. Second row, from left: MaxMara’s leather bag; Bottega Veneta’s suede clutch; Tod’s leather briefcase. Third row, from left: Céline’s leather shoes; Prada’s men’s leather shoes; Céline’s leather bag; Christian Louboutin’s cotton shoes. Bottom row, from left: Cole Haan’s men’s suede shoes; Hermès’s canvas and leather briefcase; Tod’s suede shoes; Chloé’s lambskin bag.
Read More http://www.wmagazine.com/accessories/2011/04/his_and_her_accessories#ixzz1HQhJLXOb
Spring has sprung – thankfully – and it’s time to reflect it in our clothes, beauty regimens and attitudes. I’m even thinking of packing up my winter clothes to lift my spirits.
What is necessary for me to greet Spring with open arms? (You may be asking yourself) So…here is what I suggest you do. Click the pictures for links.
FIND (or purchase): a leather/pleather jacket and/or a pashmina or wrap for chilly nights and skimpy dresses, neutral heels to go with anything
BUY FOR YOURSELF: Face: bronzer Body: a yummy exfoliating scrub Home: fresh flowers
DO: use cuticle oil to get your fingers pretty for the warmer months, polish for your toes so you won’t hesitate to grab your open-toed platforms
LISTEN: My current go-to songs: Rolling in the deep – Adele (Jamie xx remix), Howlin’ for you – The Black Keys, Baby Roulette – Chiddy Bang
TRY: Get an airbrush tan. I recently did and it changed my life. If you’re in Fayetteville call Glo. From 4-7 on Fridays, it’s 1/2 off.
Top image – Fred Flare
My mother and my future mother-in-law are very attractive ladies and at this early juncture, seem to love each other. They’ve been discussing together what to wear to our nuptials. They don’t want to dress alike but want to compliment each other. So many of the “mother of the bride” dress categories I see on sites like Dillards, Nordstorms and Macy’s are sooo not something that would make a MOB feel beautiful. I know that my mothers started dieting long before I did, so they will and they should look their best. And as an Southern girl knows, it’s their time to shine too. While I know they will unlikely be purchasing from Net-A-Porter, that site does such a lovely job of recommending styles that an actual beautiful mother of the bride would want to where. Therefore they are a good place to start for inspiration. A question I have for you, dear readers, can a MOB wear black?
All dresses via Net-A-Porter
I love this adorable editorial. Hope you do too. xx
Photographer: Nick Scott, Stylist: Nicole Bonython-Hines, Models: Eveline and Charlie, Madison AU April 2011 via DJA
The Window Shopper 