Anjolee Diamonds + How To

There's always so much inspiration on the www. Not surprisingly, Pinterest plays a huge roll in giving me my daily dose of inspiration. I came across this image and thought to try it out, myself! And with Anjolee Diamonds sending me beautiful studs, like these diamond stud earrings, I was ready to play a glam roll. Take a gander at Anjolee Jewelry; they make high-end custom jewelry like hoop earrings, and diamond tennis bracelets that add that extra something to any outfit or hairstyle.

Here's my how-to on getting your hair retro chic, and if you have bangs like me, don't worry about them falling out of the clip.

• BaByliss, GT Gold Titanium Straightener
• Tresemme Heat Tamer Protective Spray
• Loreal's Elnett Satin Hairspray
• Goody Spin Pins
• Blingy-brooch-like hair clip from So Good Jewelry

Boston: Neiman Marcus, Savvy Chic Teaser

I always love shooting the fabulous fashion events Neiman Marcus puts on, this time it was Savvy Chic, and the backdrop was whimsical and fun; the perfect setting for anyone who was feeling Savvy OR Chic.

 Here's a fun teaser from the shoot. (Models L-R, Kerrin, Kacy, Jessica with Maggie, Inc. )

Greece: Athens, Shift Dress + Happy Spring!

I'm digging her bright yet simple shift dress. As seen from across the Acropolis, Athens. 

This has me thinking about buying something as simple, modern and timeless as the shift dress.

More inspiration, here, in Spring's hottest trends:

Yellow, Florals, Colourblock, Stripes

Happy First Day of Spring!

New York Fashion Week: Bibhu Mohapatra

I was honoured to be invited to attend my first New York Fashion Week and even more excited to cover some of my favourite fashion designers!

One being Bibhu Mohapatra, who we saw in Boston not too long ago. Attending his Fall 2012 show was a major highlight for me and his collection inspired by 20th century opera was absolutely breathtaking. There was an incredible display of sumptuous fabrics, sculptural fur, and delightful pops of red from within muted ivories, all immecably crafted. The models all wore custom created Zoya nail polish, red on the left hand and nude on the right, as an ode to Bibhu's mother who used to wear red on her left hand and went sans polish on the right, as it's customary to eat with the right hand. The positive energy backstage was palpable as everyone, including me, wanted to congratulate the designer on the success of his first NYFW runway show.

New York Fashion Week: SEEN: Nicolle + Helena

Look who I ran into at the Lincoln Center during Fashion Week in NYC. Boston's own fashion bloggers: Nicolle and Helena! These two had photogs running around in a frenzy trying to get their shots!

Here they are outside the Lincoln Center and inside at the Mercedes Benz display.

How to wear Plaid in 2012

Refinery29 shows you how to wear plaid in 13 different ways.

Here's one way as seen in a flea market in Amsterdam.

For more plaidspiration, check out my Pinterest.

Colour Me Holiday Soiree @ Neiman Marcus

On Wednesday December 7 Neiman Marcus, in Copley Place, Boston held "Colour Me Holiday", which celebrated the season with complimentary makeup and hair with style advisor tips by Neiman's own Dave Chen, newly appointed style advisor, who also worked his magic on the lovely ladies at the recent Roopal Patel event.  

Hair stylists on hand were Denise Pushee and Jackie Angelos from L.A. Express, with makeup artistry ranging from Mia Balas, Liana Veda, Kinga Ryter, Shawn Kelly, Leigh Passaggio and other Neiman Marcus makeup professionals.

I was honoured to be a part of this fun holiday event and captured all the beauty with these head shots - thanks everyone for coming out and shooting with me; I had a blast!

Lit Boutique: Blogger Shopping Party

It was a meet, mingle, shop and sip at LIT Boutique last night in the North End.

It was great meeting Shanna-Marie of Shanna's Eye View who put the event together and Rebecca, the manager of LIT as well as fellow Boston Bloggers, Michael of Trendy Dwarf, Kristen of Boston Fashionista , Michele of Michele's Musings and Anosha of Locks & Trinkets.

I tried on a pair of super cute Naughty Monkey heels, but the sixes were a tad snug on my 6.5 feet. (Although I fit into size 5 Hunter boots, wtf?).

Thanks for the wonderful cupcakes (still need to know where those babies were from) and the lovely Votiva candles.  Photos by photohogger.

Boston Fashion Week: The Paper Store

The Paper Store is one of the sponsors of Boston Fashion Week and it was great to meet Kris and Taylor in the lounge where beautiful items from The Paper Store were on display.

One such window held gorgeous, delicate charm bracelets by Chamilia.  The crystals and stones mixed with glass and gold are stunning, and would make an amazing gift for a loved one for Christmas.  *Hint Hint* Hahaha :)

Check them out on Facebook or visit The Paper Store.  (Photos: ©photohogger)

Amsterdam: Bows

As seen in the Amsterdam flower market.  Love the red lips, fab colours and the bow in her hair!

Would you wear a bow in your hair? (photo: photohogger)

Army

Amsterdam was fairly chilly, something I wasn't really expecting.  I knew it was raining over there, but it was quite cold, as well, which resulted in me having to purchase a hooded trench from H&M before I froze my a$$ off.  If only I'd seen something like what these two were sporting.  These ladies sure knew how to keep warm.  And notice the red pants.  <3

What do you think of the army jacket?  Is it something you'd wear this fall?  (photo, photohogger)

 

Two Tones

Hi guys! I'm back from Amsterdam.  We also went to Greece for a week, but more on that later.

Firstly, I absolutely loved Amsterdam.

Holy bicycles, Batman!  And the multitasking that these men and women do on their bicycles.  And in such beautifully tailored suits and magnificent heels.  Impressive, to say the least.  I can barely ride a bike let alone, hold an umbrella.  Or, in this case, a cigarette.

Love the two tone booties with leather pants.  (photos by photohogger)

How are you at multi-tasking on a bicycle?

Vacation with Tiffany's

Getting ready for our trip to Amsterdam with this brilliant Tiffany-esque (actually called "For Audrey") nail polish. And speaking of Tiffany's, have you seen Tiffany & Co.'s Fall Collection?  More on that tomorrow!

(photo credit: photohogger)



 

Chanel No 19 on August 19

To celebrate Gabrielle Coco Chanel's August 19th birthday, CHANEL is launching the new No.19 Poudré fragrance. 

I used to wear COCO Chanel and now I like the smell of Coco Mademoiselle, but my go-to scent has always been Clinique's Happy and more recently Juicy Couture's Viva La Juicy.    

Are you a Chanel fragrance fan?  Which do you like?  Or if not, what is your favourite go-to scent? 

 

CHANEL National Event
Saks Fifth Avenue, Boston
800 Boylston Street
Friday, August 19 and Saturday, August 20
For more information, call 617.937.5364

Summer Coral

(Image photohogger)

These girls in Montreal sure knew how to breeze their way through the hot day.  And isn't that coral dress super cute? 

Here are more coral ways to brighten up you summer:

Essie's Braziliant - such a great nail colour!

My favourite lip gloss, Dior's Glow Expert, in sheer light coral. 

Great Ikat printed summer dress with a drawstring - gotta love that!

So sexy for those summer beach BBQs, tiered knit maxi dress.

The cutest coral flip flops for only $12.50!

One of a kind gorgeous and chunky coral bracelet.

How are you infusing this trendy colour into your wardrobe this summer?