February 3, 2010

Can I Have You, Jimmy Choo?

All I have to say is Jimmy Choo has done it again! The latest 24/7 Collection has made the Perfect Pump, Perfect Flat, Perfect Peep-Toe and Perfect Sandal so much so that you feel like a star when they are on your feet! Not only do these shoe styles exhibit the womanly foot in its prime appeal, but they come in different colors and finishes to allow you to wear them from day to night. The versatile beauties that these are, most can be paired with jeans for a chic day outfit or glammed up with a cocktail dress to be flirty and fun. Most styles come in solids, patent leather, metallic, or textured with shine to fit any lifestyle. So to buying a Jimmy Choo shoe from this collection would be like buying a great basic that can be paired with many outfits to rejuvenate your wardrobe and make everything you have in your closet feel like new. Here below I have listed all the styles and my suggestions as to what to pair them with for the ultimate way to show off your Choo shoes...take a look!

CLUE
This is your most basic, anytime kind of shoe. Dresses (bare legged), skinny/ boot cut jeans, leggings all go with this. It would be the clothes that would dictate if it were for daywear or eveningwear...the choice is yours with this peeptoe slingback!
FINLAY
Flats like these are mostly casual, daywear. Comfortable for running around in on busy days you can pair these with any cut of a jean or leggings and a dress/skirt. Tights will go with these too for another option to keep those legs conservative and cute under a skirt or dress.


GLENYS

The best celebutante shoe out there: the cage heels. For eveningwear mostly, this would look best with a short cocktail dress (tighter if you are younger) for a night out on the town. Can also be paired with skinny jeans or leggings for a less dressy look but the ultimate go-to shoe when you want attention all on you!

LACE
I can see this best with professional business wear, like a pencil skirt and blazer or a office worthy dress. If worn, sheer toe-less hose is a must because it would violate the beauty of the shoes to see the tights covering your toes! Alternately, this could be a more conservative look to go with a formal dress. Depending on the style of the dress and the wearer's age, this could be classically beautiful with a floor or knee length gown.

LANCE
Here is the shoe that will make you feel like a Greek goddess. Like the LACE, it can be similarly paired with your best work attire and formal wear. The slimly-wrapped leather straps set this shoe style apart from most other heeled sandals and look elegantly timeless.


LEWIS
Appropriately called the Perfect Pump, this is another everywhere kind of shoe. Wear them to work peeping out from under your slacks or with a dress suit, or wear out to dinner with dark wash jeans and a dressy top. All the more personality comes from the leopard pattern that are featured here. Just don't overdo the animal print if you go for this and pair with solids to bring life to a neutral color ( ex: black, white, tan).
PRIVATE
Almost looks like a ankle bootie with cutouts, this shoe is edgy and requires a trend-setter mentality to pull off. This also does not allow the wearer to wear tights since you can't really hide much with them. Wear these only with leg conforming bottoms like leggings or skinny jeans and bare legged under skirts and dresses.

QUIET
The name of these is pretty much the exact opposite of what I think when I look at them. These are loud and proud, the tallest and boldest in the collection. These can be combined with jeans of all cuts (just make sure they are long enough to cover at least 3/4 of the heel) and if you're daring enough, all skirts and dresses too. The shorter the skirt, the sexier, but use your own discretion because you want to look sexy but in a classy way.


LOCKETT
The most coservative of all, this pointy mid-heel shoe is best for the corporate woman with businesswear like the LEWIS. I would also reccommend it for taller women who feel like they don't want to tower over others but still want a dressier shoe. Being closed up all around, anything goes when pairing these with your wardrobe for a chic and put-together look.


January 31, 2010

Wow Your V-Day Date

Guess what? February 14th is just around the corner! Time to make those reservations at a fancy restaurant, RSVP to that party, or make any other plans that will make your night oh so romantic. On a night when "love is in the air," you may be wondering what you should wear to impress your lover? Here are some helpful suggestions of outfits that will to make your V-day date feel like Cupid shot them through the heart... (stores listed below)


~SEXY LOOKS~

Bebe Forever 21 Charlotte Russe Guess



~SWEET LOOKS~


Forever 21 Arden B Kohl's BCBG Max Azria

January 28, 2010

Loving Right Now: Trenchcoats

Something that I just can't seem to get enough of: Trench Coats. This timeless and classic springtime must-have just always seems to be making a comeback every year. This year there has been more of a play with colors. The color selection has expanded past the traditional black or khaki which is beginning to become a bit cliche. Instead be unconventional and go for white, blue, green, red, pink or various patterned ones. Good places to hunt are Express, GUESS, or Banana Republic. This should be any and every woman's go-to outerwear on the days you need something to go over anything from everyday jeans and a t-shirt to cocktail dresses for evening. Take a look below at some of my favorites:


January 20, 2010

Golden Globe Take-Away Trend: Nude Dresses

Golden Globe style is always a great forecast for spring. One of my favorite trends was the nude dresses many celebrities wore. Here are some of my favorites. And my overall favorite: Zoe Saldana. Love the color, tiers and ruffles of her gorgeous dress.'
















December 28, 2009

Fashion BS Radio

Meet James Cornwell and Elaine Mensah, two of DC's most stylish fashionistas. If you haven't checked out DC's hottest fashion radio show, Fashion BS, it's time to tune in. And what better excuse than to hear yours truly in a 'sneak attack' interview at the Current Boutique opening in Old Town a couple of weeks ago. Enjoy!

Click here for podcast FBS 022: LIVE at Current Boutique! Listen to the whole show for some great fashion entertainment or tune in around minute 14:20 to hear my short cameo.

December 13, 2009

Thank Yous

I owe a couple of thank yous to the fabulous 3 Penny Princess and Hazel Brutsche Of All the Beads.

Thank you to the 3 Penny Princess for featuring my online holiday gift guide on her blog. Read the full post here.

And thank you Hazel for featuring my article on Of All the Beads' newsletter this month. See the full article below and sign up for Of All the Beads' newsletter, here.

Jewelry Essentials
by Cathy Phillips

Your jewelry collection is an essential part of your wardrobe that should be ready to accessorize any outfit. Of course, most of us have much more jewelry that we’ve collected, but with the following essentials, you’ll not only be ready for anything, but will look and feel fabulous while you’re doing it.

Bangles: Sometimes a gal needs to announce her arrival and what better way to do that than the clinking of bangles? Go with a uniform pile of thin silver or gold, or mix and match to create a group in different thicknesses and colors.

Brooches: From Jackie O to Michelle O and Madeleine Albright to your grandmother, it’s a chic classic. Keep one on the collar of your favorite wool coat or add one to a blazer or jacket to jazz up a work outfit. To make the look modern, group several together.

Charm Bracelet: From the one you created as a little girl to a gorgeous version from Tiffany, nothing is more meaningful. It’s a stand-out piece that’s a conversation starter.

Chandelier Earrings: They add glamor to any outfit. Perfect for a party or date night, wear them during the day for unexpected drama.

Cocktail Ring: A bold ring is great for taking an outfit from day to night, or making an outfit instantly party-ready; although you can wear yours to breakfast just because you’re that fabulous.

Cuff Bracelet: It’s is a great statement piece when your neckline is too busy for a necklace. Choose one that suits you, from sleek and simple to colorful and ornate.

Diamond Studs: They are your on-call choice for days when you just need a little bling. They go with everything so wear then with any outfit and don’t worry about coordinating. Diamonds don’t have to be real; go with a big over-the-top pair of costume earrings or more subtle ones that you can easily pull off as the real deal.

Hoop earrings: Hoops wane and gain popularity at times but are always in style. A basic pair in gold or silver, the thinner the better, will get you through many an outfit and event.

Pearls: A classic necklace that every woman should own. Try wearing your pearls in unexpected ways, such as with a basic tee and jeans or a funky dress.

Statement Necklace: This is the piece that literally makes an outfit. Throw on a basic black tee and jeans, and by adding a statement necklace, create an outfit that stands out in the crowd.

Watch: The most functional of all your jewelry, choose one that doesn’t look that way: form over function in this case. From $10 to $10,000, there is a watch in everyone’s price range and style. Find the size and shape that works best for you.

Signature Jewelry: Finally, every woman should have at least one piece of signature jewelry that she is known for wearing, and more importantly, has meaning for her. Whether it’s your grandmother’s necklace, the ring you picked up on a trip, or the gift you got on your sixteenth birthday, use this as a means to tell the story of who you are and what’s important to you.

December 3, 2009

Outfit Inspiration: The Usual

This is one of my easy outfits for winter: a dress, cardy and boots. Top it off with a belt, hosiery and fab jewelry for a stylish and easy outfit.

-BCBG dress
-BCBGeneration cardy
-Thrifted belt
-Nordstrom hosiery
-Steve Madden boots