fashion blab: me like

Favorite look from Christian Dior today...

.. This translucent skirt over blazer/vest/dress ensemble. Me like!

Image from Style.com



fashion blab: balenciaga ruffled my skirt

Nicolas Ghesquière did more than wow at the runway debut of Balenciaga's Spring 2013 RTW in Paris. With lots of leg, lots of ruffle and lots of skin... this collection was pretty stunning. I believe it to be challenging to ooze this much sexiness while still maintaining such a high level of tastefulness. Ghesquière also used the combos of knit tops and patterned skirts that added a sweet and appealing factor to the collection. Sweet and seemingly modest silhouettes with peek-a-boo tummy bra-tops enhanced with captivating patterns resulted in one lovely juxtaposition.

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fashion blab: clutch envy

I really do not have anything to say about the intense admiration I have for this clutch, other than "I dream about it."

Alexander McQueen Flowers Embroidered Unicorn Skull Knucklebox Clutch found here

Image from AlexanderMcQueen.com

fashion blab: oxblood

What exactly is oxblood? The Encyclopedia Brittanica defines it as: "A glossy, rich, bloodred glaze often slashed with streaks of purple or turquoise used to decorate pottery, particularly porcelain. The effect is produced by a method of firing that incorporates copper."

There were plenty of other definitions I could have used, but this one sounds the most thrilling. However, my topic of discussion is not focused on the use of oxblood on pottery. Let's just say, that is not my expertise. I am instead honing in on the wonderful abundance of oxblood and deep, deep burgundy flowing throughout fall collections. I am always such a sucker for a mix of black with deeply saturated colors such as jewel tones. Oxblood is no exception. Here are some of my favorite looks and items. 

ASOS Pencil Skirt with Leather Look Trim found here

Banana Republic Felt Panama Hat found here

Alexander McQueen Skull Scarf found here

Rag & Bone Fall 2012 RTW (image via style.com)

Alexander McQueen Studded Oxblood Suede Skull Box Clutch found here

Proenza Schouler Lace Up Ankle Boot found here

Chanel Nail Colour in Vamp found here

me blab: where did the weekend go?

Actually, where did the past two weekends go?! Here is a little glimpse of what I have been up to on Instagram.



The Book of Mormon at The Pantages

    

Dinner @ Baco Mercat in LA before The Book of Mormon... soo good.

   

Mi Amor & I at The Pantages

 

Waffle sandwiches and craft beers at The Iron Press in Costa Mesa

   

My favorite gelato at N'ice Cream in SOCO

 

Saturday Hike at Back Bay

 

The Glass Slipper Guild's very successful Annual Bloomindale's Fashion Show with the OC Firefighters



fashion blab: ahoy, Tommy Hilfiger!

Tommy Hilfiger's Spring 2013 RTW collection shown at NYFW on Sunday was nothing short of nautical Americana. Red, white and blue swiftly swayed down the runway on airy maxi dresses and wide-leg trousers. The collection made me wonder why I am not sailing off in the sunsets and lounging around the Kennedy compound on Cape Cod. Nautical prep may not usually be my forte, however this collection is encouraging me to consider otherwise.

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fashion blab: look, I have hips

I have to admit that I do love floating, loose-fitting dresses and blouses from time to time. However, I find it very refreshing to see an abundance of womanly, form-fitting styles walking the runway at NYFW, thus far. While this may not be front page news, considering the collections produced that last couple of seasons, it is an element of Spring 2013 RTW that has specifically caught my attention. In my opinion, something about a well-fitted outfit that conforms to our curves creates a sleek and sophisticated look. I'm not talking booty shorts and spandex here, I am referring more to the likes of tailored sheaths, bustier dresses and hip-hugging pencil skirts.

Zac Posen via Style.com

Victoria Beckham via Style.com 

Monique Lhuillier via Style.com

Charlotte Ronson via Style.com

Altuzarra via Style.com