One of the things I look for when I shop are distinctive details that make a basic piece not so basic. Such is the case when I came across these fabulous pieces. I snatched up the last one of this sweater by Christopher Fischer at Liberte' in Oklahoma City. We're so used to these large oversized and flowy tops with leggings that the slim line of this cashmere piece appealed to me. But what I loved more was the detail of the sheer shoulders. … [Read more...]
Fur Vests
One of my favorite things about colder weather is wearing furs. You guys KNOW I absolutely love fur coats. In different colors, different textures, different styles, I just love em. Something about the way they make me feel when I wear them, as my daughter put it, she said it makes her feel "fabulous". Ok then! Out of the mouths of babes! Well, this year, we're seeing lots of fur VESTS. And I love that because where I live, the cooler … [Read more...]
Pantone Color of the Year 2015 Marsala
In case you hadn't heard, the Pantone Color of the Year for 2015 is Marsala. I'm super in love with this color. It's warm, it's rich, I think it goes on almost anyone, it's natural, it's elegant and sophisticated. And it's appealing to both men and women (way more so than radiant orchid, no?) From Pantone: "Much like the fortified wine that gives Marsala its name, this tasteful hue embodies the satisfying richness of a … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Finds and Steals
It's no secret that I do like to shop. Not necessarily buy when I shop, but I enjoy window shopping in all kinds of places. And one of the biggest thrills I get out of shopping believe it or not is a good deal. It's almost a GAME to me to find a great piece at a great price. Well that's what I'm talkin about today. A few things that I have in my closet that were good finds and steals that I've picked up along the way. Today, my coat … [Read more...]
Winter Weather Essentials: Fur Coat
Old man winter has shown his face this weekend, and we've experienced our first official cold front with precipitation. And by that I mean SNOW. {wink!} So with that comes dressing for the occasion. I have a list of things that I think are essentials for winter weather, to keep ourselves warm and cozy and fashionable at the same time. The top of my list is a fur coat. Now, this is SUPER easy for me to say it's a … [Read more...]
Sunday Shout Out: The Blog Issue
The Blog Issue has been in the making for months and TODAY it's born! (actually last night to all of you reading this special Sunday morning.) The darling Savannah Larsen, creator of The Blog Issue had this wonderful idea this summer, to create a magazine of bloggers, bringing together a community of real women, who might do this part time, might do this full time, who do what they do, have all of their … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Classics With Detail
You guys know I love to find great finds. I'm always building upon my wardrobe with my "investment" pieces, looking for those classics that will never go out of style, and still look modern and fresh. Such was the case when I came upon this cream tweed coat by Karolina Zmarlak at Liberte'. Yes, I did just talk about her style yesterday. Well, I splurged on this beautiful coat on sale. It's seriously SO amazing, I can't even … [Read more...]
Fashion Forward: Karolina Zmarlak
So often when boutiques have trunk shows, we get to meet the wonderful reps that take the clothing line to their stockists, but it isn't often that the designer herself makes the appearance with the clothing. Well last week, the young talented Karolina Zmarlak came to Oklahoma City for a trunk show at Liberte' in Classen Curve. And she was the coolest chic ever to meet! I loved hearing her describe her clothing to me... Her style very … [Read more...]
Over the Knee Boots
I think over the knee boots is probably THE buzz word when I think of boots for the fall and winter this season. Sooooo... being that I DO love shoes and boots (twist my arm already!), I splurged and got a pair by Joie from On A Whim that seemed to fit my "age" (so I was told by the people that I reside with! HA!) You might have seen em on a post I did not too long ago following the First Thursday's Fashion … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Daily Grunge
Fall is finally underway, and with it comes chilly cloudy days, days we feel totally casual, not in the mood to dress up, but not in the mood to wear sweats, kinda rugged and grungy, but in a good way... That's how I felt with this chilly breezy weather. The flowyness of this ombre chic t-shirt was perfect for this kinda day. It's soft texture and neutral colors are what I love on days like this, and these neutral colors are what I'm always … [Read more...]
LBD: Black Twist Dress and Statement Boots
You guys know one of my favorite things in a closet is a little black dress (LBD). So when I come across one that I LOVE, well, I just must show you! I was recently in CK and Company and these two pieces caught my eye in a huge way... This lightweight jersey black twist dress from Helmut Lang has just enough detail on it with a twisted knot in the front and the unfinished criss cross layering across the front hem. It's a simple … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: White Jeans, Fall Not So Fall
Fall is my FAVORITE season of the year. I absolutely LOVE to wear beautiful coats, jeans, boots, and just the whole feeling of the crisp in the air. While we're in the month of October, it's yet to truly feel like fall. We might have had a day or two of cooler weather, but nothing to say it's here to stay. So what to wear on the days where we hit the upper 80's and then some? I pick neutrals in my closet in colors that will keep me cool. … [Read more...]
Hat Style: The Fedora
I was recently tagged in a Facebook post to advise on stylish winter hats. So I thought maybe more people had issues as to what to do when you don't wanna wash your hair, you don't wanna bun it or put it in a ponytail, and you really want more style than a baseball cap. So I'm getting into fedoras. While I bought my first one last winter and wore it only once, I'm breaking into this … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Joggers and a Graphic-T
This weather is just not wanting to make up it's mind. One day it's in the 90's, and the next it's in the 60's. So how's a girl to dress? Technically, it's not OFFICIALLY fall, but with the drops in temps, and the fact that it's post Labor Day, we know we need to be more "fall-ish". So shopping my closet, picking my olive green satin cargo joggers I got last summer at Zara in Greece, I paired it with one of my favorite love T-shirts from … [Read more...]
Altuzarra for Target
If you've been watching tv for any amount of time recently, I'm sure you've seen these FABULOUS ads for the latest collaboration between fashion designer Altuzarra and Target. Mixing femininity with with sophisticated styles, Altuzarra for Target represents to me the stylish woman who can do all, be all. Go to work, look chic yet appropriate, and take those pieces from day to night. All modern, fresh, elegant, and feminine. I love his … [Read more...]
Pantone 2015 Spring Fashion Colors: OP On Our Mental State
As we're in the midst of New York Fashion Week, Pantone unveiled the top 10 shades called upon for the women's and men's collections for Spring/Summer 2015. via “Many feel compelled to be connected around the clock because we are afraid we’ll miss something important. There is a growing movement to step out and create ‘quiet zones’ to disconnect from technology and unwind, giving ourselves time to stop and be still. Color … [Read more...]
Classic Swing Dress
Last week for the #FirstThursdaysFashionShow, I was going to be wearing an outfit from On A Whim. They have some of my favorite brands, like alice + olivia, Rebecca Taylor, AG Jeans, Splendid, Rebecca Minkoff, Cynthia Vincent to name a few. Well, the plan was to wear something a little more on the edgy side, but I then got the message that I would be one of the emcees. Sooooooo I decided to get back to a classic considering my new role. Not … [Read more...]
Preppy Chic Skirt Styling
As fall is upon us, one of the trends we're going to see is a very preppy and masculine influence on women's wear. And, you've heard me talking about this First Thursdays Fashion Show coming up, well this might be one of the looks you'll be seeing if you're a local and spending the evening with us. From CK and Company, we put together this sleek neoprene skirt, with faux fur on the front side with a retro and … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: DVF Kaftan
When I spot a deal, I grab it and keep it for when I need it. Then, when I need to wear something either for a special occasion or just to have something fresh and different, I just shop my closet. Last time I talked about it HERE, and such was the case with this DVF blue tropical number. I think I got this last winter on sale and snatched it up for a use I KNEW I could find in the future. {wink!} I took this with me … [Read more...]
Black Jumpsuit, Part 2
Last week I shared with you my LBJ. My black jumpsuit that I've had in my closet for some time, that was a fab find from way back when. I look at this piece as a blank canvas for you to showcase your own sense of style: with your bag with your shoes with your jewelry with scarves with even a wrap or jacket No jumpsuit? NO problem! Guess what? ALL of these lovelies are on SALE! (my FAVORITE four letter word!) 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / … [Read more...]
