Elie Saab Haute Couture, Fall 2011

This Elie Saab couture masterpiece will remain one of my favorite collections (hmm, I believe I say this every year after I see the Elie Saab collection). Those colors, the lace and tulle, the unmistakeable feminine charm and delicacy of each and every piece . . . Sweeps me off my feet.
See for yourself. . .

Lovely Little Thing: Reminence Lace Mini Dress

This Sandro dress is breathtaking! I love everything about it! The color is adorable, the lace is beautiful and the bow and ruffles are just lovely! In the outfit from Net-a-Porter it is shown with Miu Miu leather platform pumps (love those as well). The whole look is a delightful dreamy sensation.

 

 

 

Image Source: Net-a-Porter

Lovely Little Thing: Mini in White

I hope everyone is safe and doing well in the middle of the work week. After the snow storm last night everything outside is white, and so is this week's Lovely Little Thing.

This A.L.C. Nelly draped silk dress is beyond pretty - it's effortlessly elegant and feminine. Just a lovely little thing. I hope you like it, too.

 

 

 

Image Source: Net-a-Porter

Sunny Dresses

Yellow is commonly associated with happiness, fun, sunshine and warmth and so, it can  evoke in us the pleasant feelings. It is a lovely color for the summer season and usually makes you looks very fresh, fun and young. 

Bellow are some wonderful sunny dresses that breathe summer fun and make a season must-have trend. (Click on the image for a larger view)

1. Eliza J Embellished Linen Blend Dress  2. Eliza J Printed Floral Dress  3. Maggy London Stretch Satin Sheath Dress  4. Chetta B Beaded Jacquard Sheath Dress  5. JS Collections Laser Cut Organdy Sheath Dress  6. Adrianna Papell Appliquéd Polka Dot Halter Dress  7. JS Boutique Cutaway Shoulder Beaded Chiffon Dress  8. Leifsdottir 'Feather' Poplin Dress  9. Donna Morgan Cotton Eyelet Dress  10. Maggy London Beaded Jacquard Shift Dress

11. Donna Morgan Strapless Silk Chiffon Dress   12. Donna Morgan Belted Chiffon Dress   13. French Connection 'Florida Summer' Strapless Dress  14. JS Boutique Strapless Satin Dress with Sash  15. BCBGMAXAZRIA One Shoulder Chiffon Dress  16. Classiques Entier® Panier Weave Dress  17. Taylor Dresses Pleat Detail Jacquard Sheath Dress  18. Eliza J Cotton Piqué Dress  19. Donna Ricco Ruffle Silk Chiffon Dress  20. Adrianna Papell Ruffle Trim Stretch Linen Sheath Dress  21. Taylor Dresses Ruffle Jacquard Sheath Dress   

22. Ali Ro Asymmetrical Drape dress  23. Leifsdottir "Feather" Multi Strap Cotton Poplin Dress  24. Elie Tahari "Mona" Chain Embellished Draped Dress  25. Laundry by Shelli Segal One-Shoulder Ruffled Dress  26. Cynthia Steffe "Campbell" One-Shoulder Dress 27. Halston Heritage Silk Shirtdress 28. Shoshanna Bengaline Seamed Strapless Dress  29. Trina Turk "Etiquette Tropical" Sleeveless Ponte Dress 30. Aqua Long Mesh Crystal Beaded Necklace Gown 31. BCBGMAXAZRIA Crinkle Chiffon Layered Gown 32. Juicy Couture One-Shoulder Smocked Terry Minidress  33. Diane von Furstenberg "Liza" Crochet Macrame Dress

Have a sunny and fun weekend!

The Timeless Little Black Dress

Coco Chanel is definitely one of my idols and a real role model: a strong woman, a talented artist, a successful entrepreneur and a free spirit. However, this post is not about her fascinating persona, it's about what she gave to the world, and among many things, she gave us the little black dress. Any woman ought to have one and wear it proudly. There is nothing as brilliant as the simplicity, elegance and versatility of the little black dress. If I can pack only three items of clothing, one of them would definitely be a black dress (the other two being jeans and a blouse). That kind of dress will never go out of style and is constantly reinvented by designers, season after season, after season.

Here's how prominent designer names see the unique lbd. Enjoy!
Picture source:  Style.com

Fashion Lookalikes

Where to find designer fashion lookalikes for affordable prices.

Hello everyone!

A lot of people have asked me about affordable alternatives to the high end designer lines. Many girls and women share frustration from the fact that a single designer piece can cost them one arm and their first born. I agree - the sticker shock is too severe for many of us to stomach, but ladies, there is hope!

You do not necessarily need the designer clothes to look fashionable, stylish and pulled together. There are many brands that offer quality on the cheap. The original designer line can help you get an idea of the fashion tendencies and get you inspired. Then, you can raid the nearest outlet shops or department store and find great pieces that create the same designer feel, without breaking the bank.

Here are a few suggestions for designer pieces and their inexpensive lookalikes. It's not important that the clothes are exactly the same. What matters is that both looks have the same feel and set a similar mood.

Little Black Dresses

Knee-length dresses in pastel colors

Wrap dresses and one-shoulder red dress

Tunic Dresses

Short bubble and rosette shoulder dresses

Wide tear tank

Skinny tank and off-the-shoulder blouse

Asymmetric tops

Black sequined tank

Short printed and bow front dresses

V-neck minis

Black and black-and-white minis

Ruffle neck tanks

Ruffle front shirts

Summer dresses

Long dresses

Dress up in nudes and pastels

Nudes and pastel colors are definitely here to stay and, possibly, dominate the fashion runways in 2010. These are some of my favorites from the subdued palette.

The ever-stylish trench coat






More affordable alternatives

Banana Republic's Classic trench coat in khaki ($198)

J.Crew's Icon Trench in light khaki ($298)

Banana Republic's Nylon Trench in root beer float color ($130)

Kenneth Cole's Belted Trench Coat in wheat color (on sale for $97.30)

London Fog Double Breasted Trench Coat in stone color ($108)

east5th Trench Coat in Heritage Brown color (on sale for49.99)

Dresses

Casual and flirty, ruffled minis or sleek office-appropriate, you name it. This color palette works for any occasion, accentuating a delicate feminine silhouette and flattering your complexion to create a truly striking look.