Must See Fashion Documentaries By Carrie

"The September Issue" is a documentary about the real Devil Wears Prada, editor in chief for Vogue, Anna Wintour. The movie shows behind the scenes preparations for the 2007 September issue of the magazine, which features designers' looks from Fall Fashion Week. The September issue of Vogue is the largest selling issue and the 2007 issue had 5 pounds of fashion! This documentary is a special look into Anna's otherwise private life. The documentary is set to release August 28, 2009. Check it out!

A recent release with another inside look into the fast paced fashion industry is a documentary about Valentino "The Last Emperor". It shows the career of Italy's richest and most famous man, Valentino Garavani, and his business partner and companion, Giancarlo Giammetti. Click here for scenes from the movie. Now playing in select cities.

Another great documentary of a famour designer is "Marc Jacobs and Louis Vuitton". It shows MJ prepare for Fashion Week for Louis Vuitton and how he creates his line. Marc has a great personality and always has a ciggarette in hand. Click here for some clips from the film.

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Summer Jewelry Trends

This article is reposted from my monthly newsletter in case you missed it.  It's a good guide for summer jewelry trends.  And if you don't get my newsletter, click here to sign up!

I've had an obsession with jewelry for as long as I can remember and am feeling inspired by all the colorful summer jewelry trends I'm seeing lately.  It's not just about necklaces or bangles this season - choose any type of jewelry you love and follow these style trends:

Nature-inspired: Jewelry adorned with sea shells makes you feel beachy all summer long, even if you have to go to work instead of the pool.  Be sure it keep it sophisticated though, not like the shell necklaces you wore at summer camp.  Take inspiration from this piece by Anton Heunis.  Glamorous flowers are also a chic addition to jewelry this season.  How perfect is this purple and yellow one (pictured) for a summer night?

Color is huge in jewelry for summer and my favorite!  I love the colorful Tom Binns pearl necklace Michelle Pfeiffer dons on the July cover of InStyle (pictured above).  Coral and turquoise have always made a wonderful pair and are prominent this season.  Also, look for colorful beads, such as ones made from glass, and stones instead of your basic metal jewelry.  Again, keep it sophisticated and glamorous to keep from looking like you're wearing kid jewelry.

Safari and African inspired pieces are so fun right now.  Think elephant charms, zebra striped bracelets, wooden bangles, bold African colors.  I fell in love with this adorable Juicy Couture elephant pendant (pictured).  I have a strange love for safari animals, especially elephants.

Layered necklaces: Make a statement by piling on layers of necklaces.  I like wearing four different strands of pearls in different lengths.  You can also choose several necklaces in the same metal to group together.  You can even cinch the necklaces together with a colorful broach for some added DIY interest.

Gold tones: gold looks great against bronzed summer skin and is perfect paired with this seasons bold colors.  It can be more glamorous than silver and is on the fun side of gaudy.  

J. Aldridge by Sea of Shoes at Urban Outfitters

One of my favorite bloggers, Jane Aldridge, of Sea of Shoes, has just announced that she helped design a capsule collection of shoes for Urban Outfitters. Those boots are definitely reminiscent of her signature Ann Demeulemeester shoes and I love those little lace up flats. The collection debuts next month. I can't wait to check it out!

Camelosity Trunk Show

Looking for something fun to do on Sunday afternoon?  Craving some unique fashion?  Independent boutique, Camelosity, is hosting a trunk show this Sunday starting at 2pm.  Word on the street is they'll be there all afternoon and well into the evening if you can't make it right on time.  These photos are from their last trunk show so I'm super excited to see what they have for the summer!  Location: Marriott Courtyard Fairfax Fair Oaks.  Email me if you have any questions about the details and hopefully, I'll see you there!

Trend: Black and White

Black and white dresses are so fresh for summer.  It may seem boring but if you choose a fun print, such as the black and white stripes below, or an of-the-moment shape like this maxi dress, it is anything but!  You can add your own detail to a plain dress by adding a black belt or scarf to an all white dress or visa versa.

Bailey 44 dress available at Nordstrom.  Also available in black with white detail.

Maxi dress from White House/Black Market.

BCBG dress available at Nordstrom.

Shhh..it's a surprise!

Heading to a surprise party tonight!  Don't tell.  I haven't posted an outfit in a couple of weeks.  I know you've seen the dress before but I haven't posted an outfit with my new yellow wedges that are perfect for going out on a summer night.

-Dress from BP Nordstrom

-BP cardy

-I can't remember where the belt is from at the moment

-Marc by Marc Jacobs handbag

-Bandolino shoes

Washington Life Shoot

Check out the latest fashion shoot I helped style for Washington Life Magazine...so hot!!!

All photos from Washington Life Magazine.