Spring Beauty Trends: All Occasions

There is a wide variety in make-up choices for Spring '08 and appropriate for all occasions whether it be a garden party by day or a dark club at night.

1. Sultry Vixen: Christian Dior, Lanvin

2. Sexy Eyes: Versace, Gucci

3. Natural Fresh Face: Chloe, Burberry

4. Blue Accent: John Galliano, Anna Sui

From the Park to the Dark: Flowers in Bloom

I was in New York last weekend for Easter and not only noticed the tiny green buds on the branches lining park pathways but the growing floral prints on dresses, skirts, heels, handbags, bonnets, and men's wear.

Spring is HERE!!!!

Photo #1
1. Luella, Rebecca mini dress
2. Topshop Meadow flower dress

Photo #2

1. Men's look from Prada fantasy look book
2. Prada patent leather bracelet with flower details

Photo #3

First signs of Spring in New York

Photo #4

1. Prada Flower Heel mary-janes
2. Prada Floral Heeled peep toe

Photo #5

1. Stella McCartney Floral-Printed Gown
3. Looks from Ralph Lauren Purple Label

I am In Wonderland

Not sure if it was the tea party theme of my birthday or my extensive imagination, whatever the reason, lately I have been inspired by Alice in Wonderland in my drawings, lifestyle, and wardrobe.

Last photo is a vintage dress I recenty purchased off Ebay

"It's like suddenly I became a Rockstar" - Roberto Cavalli

On November 8th the Roberto Cavalli line for H&M went on sale and it's success was noted even before the registers began to ring. Excited customers started lining up at 4am waiting for the doors to open and the entire limited edition collection was sold out in 15 minutes. The collection is exactly what one would picture when thinking of Cavalli sparkles, animal prints, and glamour.

1. Roberto Cavalli feeling like a rockstar arriving at the unveiling in NYC to a screaming line of fans.

2. The early risers.

3. My favourite pieces.

Inspired by Figure Skaters?

Hot items Fall/Winter 2007 season:
Full volume mini skirts
Lace up booties


1. Theory Satin Bubble Skirt
2. Derek Lam Seamed Flared Skirt
3. D&G Satin Mini Bubble skirt
4. Christian Louboutin Avedere Suede Boot

If Dorothy and Barbie Met.....

Pink Shiny Sequin Manolo Blahnik Pump.

Celebrity Style: Halloween

1. Heidi Klum with friends as an evil cat
2. Kate Beckinsale as a devil
3. Josh Harnett as Bob Dylan
4. Ashley Olsen as an 18th century vampire
5. Agyness Deyn and Henry Holland in personal interpretations

Guest List Glimpse

Stylish crowd gathers to honour artist Chuck Close at New York's Whitney museum.

1. Greg Krelenstein and Leigh Lezark of the Misshapes
2. Brydie Bell
3. Arden Wohl
4. Jessica Stam

Twin trend

Mary-Kate Olsen in her usual Balanciaga platforms, fedora and on her way to a meeting in Christian Louboutin sling-back heels, black tights and a sophisticated navy Ralph Lauren blazer.

Out fit #1

1. Marc by Marc Jacobs cropped jacket
2. Marc by Marc Jacobs mairead dot dress
3. Christian Louboutin red satin platform pump
4. Rebecca Norman gold circle earrings

Celeb Style

As spring begins we see some of the leading fashionistas rocking new trends already. I love Mischa's elaborated jacket, short jean shorts and boots, and Kiera's gingham patterned dress with Fedora.
1. Ashley Olsen
2. Kiera Knightley and boyfriend
3. Mischa Barton

Spring/summer trend

I know ballet flats have been a footwear staple item in wardrobes for about two years now... , however they will be a necessity this spring/summer. Sky-high platforms, wooden wedges, and delicate ballet flats will be playing merry-go round on your little toesies this summer. Among my favourites are->

1. Steve Madden, Picara Patent Leather baby-pink ballet
2. Mui Mui black canvas ankle-wrap ballet flat
3. Scoop quilted leather black ballet flat
4. Dolce & Gabbana metallic ballet flat

Twin Trends

The Olsen twins have been out and about lately rocking some interesting pieces. I love Mk's red scarf and shoes.

Celebrity Style

1. Hilary Duff
2. Nicole Ritchie
2. Sienna Miller

Trend Alert: Leather Bomber jacket

I recently bought a vintage leather bomber jacket and i'm so pumped to see a bunch of famous fashionistas sporting the same thing! too bad it's still too cold for me.. I'm antsy to break it out.

1. Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen
2. Brittney Murphy
3. Nicky Hilton
4. Gisele Bundchen
5. Sienna Miller and boyfriend Jamie Burke

Paris trend: College girl street-chic

One of the common themes emerging from Paris fall/winter 2007 fashion week collections is bringing back ready-to-wear pieces. Both Balanciaga and Chanel's collections consisted of large knit-scarfs, fitted detailed blazers embellished with pathes or simple with tweed as well lots of layering. A relaxed, casual look for any young woman yet versatile.. just add sky hgh platform pumps and your practically evening ready.

Celebrity style

1. Mischa Barton
2. Daria Werbowy (model)
3. Laura Stone (model)

Eye Candy at Louis

What is colourful, cheery, and fun? Louis Vuitton's spring/summer 2007 accessories! Is there a better way to start off a sunny day than with a bright pink heart hair clip holding back your bangs while accenting your outfit? I didn't think so.

1. Sweet monogram pendant
2. Sweet monogram hairclip
3. Mulitcolore pastille key chain
4.Monogram Satin Multicolore Aumônière

Celebrity Style

Michelle Williams in a Chloe spring 2007 dress. Also seen in this ad.

Who knew she was on to something?

I have never given Christina Aguilera much credit in the style department but I have to say after reviewing New York's fashion week among these notable trends such as
- dark tights
-large wool collared jackets
- baby doll button-down, wool over-coats
- vibrant pinks, purples, greens, yellows and blues,
- grey dresses galore ( short, fitted, long, flowy, puffy etc)
- variation of hats, leather gloves, ankle booties
- tons of Fur from trim, to accent pieces, to jackets.
- Satin mini dresses

The common trend is RETRO.

I know it was more of an image-revamp for Aguilera than a conscience fashion forward decision.. however, look at these photos over the past year and note the simiarities in J. Mendel's collection as well as the other designers.