Showing posts with label classic. Show all posts
Showing posts with label classic. Show all posts

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

spring rtw 2011: the trench

Runways across the world have featured the classically chic outerwear known simply as the trench. Hemlines range from mini to ankle and most designers stayed withinin the neutral solids of khaki and white, and stayed true to the classic understated glam that the trench is synonymous with. Except, of course, for Burberry. NOBODY does a trench quite like Burberry...studded shoulders and corset belts? Yes please.

 

Alberta Ferretti



Dries van Noten



MaxMara



Salvatore Ferragamo

and for the most incredible coats...Burberry:







can I just say I'm obsessed with the fact that the second Burberry model is barefoot? Perhaps a wardrobe malfunction took place but I think bare feet with a studded trench is simply divine. I'm seriously tempted to find a inexpensive trench and try to spike up the shoulders.

For more budget-friendly version, check out:



Old Navy, $49.50, available in khaki, black, navy, and a very fun bright green, www.oldnavy.com



Forever 21 Twelve by Twelve, $44, www.forever21.com



Zara Canvas Trenchcoat, $99.90, www.zara.com

Several styles also available at www.macys.com, www.target.com and www.walmart.com

Happy Shopping and Stay Warm! xo

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

preppy meets sexy: nyfw michael kors

I looooove crisp, bright, preppy clothes. For daytime. When the sun sets and the drinks start flowing, you need something that moves with you. Michael Kors latest collection is the best of both worlds. Slinky fabrics and up-to-there slits, ahhh I am in heaven with this collection! And no matter what the cut or color (hello fuschia and canary yellow!), fabric that isn't flowing in the wind is tightly fastened to the body with neutral accessories--typical Michael Kors. Which is why I believe he is a genius. PERFECTO!!!











Monday, September 13, 2010

nyfw: tommy hilfiger brings preppy back

Tommy Hilfiger continues to move further and further away from his old tricks (ahem-Tommy logo'ed knee high socks anyone!)  to convey his vision of American style through chic staples. The shirtdress? To die! ...But is it paired with wedge boat shoes?? Hard to tell from that angle. Regardless, bravo, TH!

tommy hilfiger spring 2011

tommy hilfiger spring 2011 runway



photos via style.com

easy does it: omelettes 101

Every girl (and guy for that matter) should know how to make the perfect omelette. Why, you ask? Because it's unbelievably EASY and because people love them. So next time you host your friends, family, or significant other...whip up some omelettes!

For this recipe, I used:

 4 eggs (with a dash of nonfat organic milk mixed in, for fluffiness)

2 pieces of salami

1 roma tomato

1/8th of a white onion

2 pieces of ham, shredded

1/4th of a large polska sausage link

2 slices jarlsberg lite cheese



make things easier on yourself by prepping your toppings prior to even cracking the eggs open



pour the eggs into a large skillet (i sprinkled in some pepper...i love pepper). Let this cook a few minutes on high. You'll see it bubble up some--I poke these down with a fork to ensure everything cooks all the way through. Pick up the pan after it starts bubbling and swirl the batter so it sticks to the sides of the pan. This is very important--this is how you will peel the omelette from the pan and fold it at the end.



add all the toppings into one side of the omelette. Let it cook about 1 minute and a half, and you notice the opposite side egg start to peel away from the skillet, grab a fork and spatula and carefully pick it up and throw it over the toppings (I messed this up like the first 5 times I tried it...so dont feel bad)



and voila! serve immediately. As you can see, I like so many toppings that mine kinda splits open anyway. Who cares! You're going to eat it anyway. I often pour a little hot sauce on it so then you really can't see its imperfections.

Best complimented with a rainy day and mimosas.

And also, you can see a 4 egg omelette comfortably serves 2.

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

dare to dream

Some items that I melt over...



Acne wedge boots, $600 youheshe.com



Diane von furstenberg silk blend sweatpants, $185 matchesfashion.com



Betsey Johnson pink polycarbonate watch, $69 zappos.com



Alice + Olivia wrap dress, $265 netaporter.com



Bird by Juicy Couture striped blazer, $300 netaporter.com

 

Michael Kors checkered trenchcoat, $756 theoutnet.com



Diane von furstenberg draped grey dress, $495 matchesfashion.com

It's almost like a grown-up Christmas list.... :)

Saturday, August 14, 2010

future’s so bright













While in TJ Maxx recently, I spied with my little eyes these amazing Tod's sunglasses. They are so oversized and glam and perfect for hiding behind when one wishes to not be recognized. Dare I divulge how deeply discounted they were...? You'd be too jealous.

But ok. These lovely lenses that retail for $245 were....

$10.

I told you that you'd be jealous!

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

southern goodness

Its no secret I was raised in the South. It's also no secret that the best comfort food in the world comes out of Southern family recipes. Since Novio wasn't feeling well today, I decided to whip up something that always makes me feel better: chicken and dumplings. I make it fairly often, and am always pleasantly suprised at how easy yet delicious it is ...





I start by mixing the dumpling batter...



then shred the chicken (I use a rotisserie, it's just easier that way)



boil the chicken and veggies in chicken stock and a bit of flour



scoop the dumpling batter into small clumps and drop into boiling stock



boil, then reduce to a simmer for ten-fifteen minutes



prepare a little side salad if you'd like



pour servings for yourself and whoever's joining you



set the table, and enjoy the salad while your chicken n dumplings cool off a bit.

Voila!

ps-Novio is now feeling much better. :)

Sunday, June 13, 2010

dior resort 2011

Dior never lets me down. This collection, unvieled in Shanghai, had quite an interesting spectrum--everything from sugary sweet pastels to skintight leather. Equal parts Grace Kelly and Rizzo from Grease. Needless to say, my favorite looks are more along the lines of the former, and something about the boxy cuts and oversize accents are remniscent of Elle's skirt suits and pillbox hats in Legally Blonde 2...in a good way!

ps-i love the super teased hair! so fun.













photos via style.com