As much as I am enamored of all things vibrant, over the top, and colorful, a large swath of my closet dwellers are b l a c k. What do we all gravitate towards when in a panic about what to wear to any event? (Night out, soiree, or funeral for instance). It almost always comes down to black. E...
Well, about two seconds after Raf Simons bid adieu to Dior, the word is out that Alber Elbaz, the much beloved creative director for Lanvin this past 14 years is O U T. Something about issues with the majority shareholder and the CEO (care of WWD), etc. Well, bad news for Lanvin for sure.
I rem...
As we all continue to ponder the next step for Dior post Raf Simons, life continues on.
Which means MORE spring and summer worthy pieces from the always eclectic RESORT collections!
Pants, skirts, dresses and all versions of jackets.....(many of which can be worn ALL year round!)
RESOR...
The supremely talented Belgian formerly of Jil Sander fame, who brought Dior back from purgatory after Galliano's unfortunate turn of a phrase, and who left everyone breathless after his premier collection for the great and heralded house of Dior has metaphorically left the building. His Sprin...
Attending fashion shows and just aimlessly wondering the streets of Paris can be EXHAUSTING "work"! The sights, the sounds, miles of museums to partake of…..and of course swooning over the latest runway fare can certainly wear a gal down. And lets not forget the glorious footwear with heel...
Even though fall winter fare has barely begun to line the racks of the usual suspects and can be found on your favorite internet sites, net-a-porter and luisaviaroma for instance, Resort has begun to percolate through the ranks.
Case in point, RESORT 2016 from my new favorite obsession, Aless...
Alexander McQueen (RIP) wasn't the only one obsessed with skulls and skull iconography.....who amongst us isn't fascinated by a skull or maybe a skull and crossbones? The assembly of calvarium and facial bones is sort of goth and macabre and a reminder of Halloween, not to mention Hamlet's great...
Well, of course perfection is in the eye of the beholder, but here Phoebe Philo has assembled a curious cadre of unique fashion forward pieces that will mix and match and make for a head turning spring wardrobe.
She brings a sculptural flare, some hip pants (and even a green pantsuit!), and som...
There are few places (if any) in this world more entertaining or enthralling than the continent of Africa, from Morocco to Egypt, to the Safari infused East and South Africa. And anyone who loves a Critter will be in blissful heaven what with a healthy supply (for now at least) of Elephants, Gir...
There are many reasons to recommend travel to the wonderful country of Jordan, including the Roman ruins at Jerash, the grand hand carved sandstone buildings of Petra (a UNESCO world heritage site and one of the modern wonders of the world), the port city of Aqaba, and of course Wadi Rum, a vast...
We all have our obsessions. For many gals, its SHOES or purses. Unfortunately, most of us have a limited supply of shekels to throw at all things fashion. Typically, my ahem resources are funneled to jackets and the occasional Chanel shoe bootie. Purses typically take a back seat to somethin...
Everyone could use a motorcycle jacket, but not one of those hefty hard as nails versions to be found on Marlon Brando from The Wild One or on the random Hell's Angel.
I say go GLAM, with a rainbow of colors or some fanciful adornments. If in doubt, go the ironic route, with the iconic silh...
Well, there is never a dull moment on the Louis Vuitton runway thanks to the ever changing always unique concepts of Nicolas Ghesquiere. The pieces are mod and fashion forward even with the occasional nod to Victoriana in the form of some puffy sleeves and a ruffle or two. (I'm guessing the RUFF...
95 looks came strolling down a makeshift air terminal at the Grand Palais, which I'm guessing is the biggest runway venue there is. But that is Lagerfeld, go BIG and go BOLD, why the hell not? And frankly, go with the fanciful whims blowing through his cerebral hemispheres. I must admit that...
I could be a God in Valhalla perched upon my velvet tufted thrown eating bonbons, and yet I'd never tire of Dries Van Noten and his wondrous fanciful wares. Since purchasing my first piece what seems a thousand years ago, in the late 90's, I've been captivated by this clever Belgian and his work...
The runway shows are exactly that, SHOWS, especially in Paris! And yet, most of what we witness flowing down the the makeshift runways, from the Louvre to the Palais Royal are wearable and will be showing up in your local retail palace or at least available for special order through a trunk show...
PARIS FASHION WEEK is upon us! Well, actually, it began on September 29th and runs through this coming Tuesday. The shows are coming in a fast and furious pace, impossible to keep up!
We've seen some head turning stunners from New York, London, and of course Milan, thanks to the likes o...
Anyone searching for unbridled exuberance and unmitigated charm need look no further. In Alessandro Michele's Gucci, a treasure trove of fresh creations abound. This isn't Tom Ford's glam vixen or Frida Giannini's spirit of Jackie O. Rather, Michele presents an eclectic potpourri of bright, ...
I think I purchased my first piece of Dolce & Gabbana 12 years ago (thank you Wilkes Bashford)....a pin striped charcoal gray blazer with floral embellishments, both flat and 3D, a wearable whimsical garden. To this day, its still one of my favorite go to items, and a head turner. Its nipped i...
Who doesn't love a frock bedazzled with flowers or a floral motif? It brings to mind Impressionist renderings and garden festivities. And as much as I loved me some Laura Ashley (I should be embarrassed but for some reason I'm not, we all have a past after all), i fiori are not relegated to fl...
