Beach Time

The last two weeks of school are crazy with an 11 and 15 year old. I have taken a little time off at the beach. I will be back to regular blogging in a few days. Meanwhile enjoy your summer and slow down just a bit.

Shirt, Nightcap, available at Rebecca Boutique- (404)816-7785

Shorts, J Crew, Shoes, Valentino Braided Wedge

Bag: Presmer: available at Emly Benhamwww.emlybenham.com

My favorite holiday purchase: light gray Joie Sandals

A neutral that will go with everything.www.wearwillow.com

Willow Boutique Rosemary Beach

SLIMMING, NEUTRAL, CLASSIC & CHIC... WHO COULD ASK FOR MORE?

Navy has always been my favorite color. When my husband and I got married many moons ago, I thought I was such a trend setter because I painted my kitchen navy. Well, now navy is definitely a classic and chic fashion option.
Everyone looks good in navy. Navy is less harsh and more forgiving than black.

Navy Kenzo Top, S/S 15, Frame Denim Karlie High Rise Flare

 

Celine navy Bag S/S 14

 

Let's explore some options:
 

 *Navy & Camel = Chic and Expensive Looking
*Navy & Black = Chic and Forgiving
*Navy & White = Chic, Fresh & Crisp
 

Navy will take you stylishly through summer and into fall with ease.

 

TIMO WEILAND SPRING 2015


 

 

A Navy Blue Blazer is Always Right!

 

NAVY PATCH POCKET SHORTS, ZARA, $79.00
www.zara.com

 

Any time you can match your shoes to your pants, do it because it will make your legs appear longer. When your pants and shoes are different colors it cuts you off at the ankle; so look for navy shoes to wear with your dark denim.

Below are some of my favorite basic blues  that will take you through summer and into fall. All from, www.bergdorfgoodman.com

 

PARADA NAVY METALLIC 2 BAND SANDAL OLTREMARE

Bergdorf Goodman: $750

CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA MONROE SUEDE SLINGBACK PUMP NAVY

Bergdorf Goodman: $675

STUART WEITZMAN CORKSWOON SUEDE WEDGE PUMP NICE BLUE

Bergdorf Goodman: $398

 

What is your favorite navy fashion option?

 

In April I went to L.A. on a girl's trip, and my best friend bought some navy sunglasses at Maxfields... so chic and very cool!!

Navy is the new black!

Show a Little Skin

Let's face it, your shoulders might just be the one part of your body that you never complain about. Your shoulders are flawless and sexy especially with a sun kissed glow; so show them off.
An off the shoulder look is chic, modern and easy to pull off now that the weather is hot and steamy.

 Girls Night Out:

 Shirt: Merrit Charles, Shorts:

 Dries Van Noten  Bag: Hermes Birkin

 

How to wear an off the shoulder look:

 You can pair an off the shoulder top with high waisted jeans, a mid length skirt, a dress version, or shorts as I did above. Below check out some of my favorite off the shoulder looks:

 MLM LABEL: A Far Off the Shoulder Top, $150

www.shopbop.com

I would wear the MLM top with White Flared Jeans and Strappy Stiletto Sandals.

T BAGS LOS ANGELES:  OFF THE SHOULDER RUFFLE BLOUSE, $172

www.shopbop.com

I love the hot pink with a denim short or distressed jean.

TIBI OFF THE SHOULDER TUNIC  Spring/Summer 15 Runway

Split hem and Flared arms

$295

www.tibi.com

www.shopbop.com

Available in White, Navy, Powder Blue or Black

**Try it tucked in.**

 

MELISSA ODEEDASH DRESS $225

www.intermixny.com

 

 

 Olivia Palermo in the INTERMIX LACE TOP:$298

www.intermixny.com

 

 

Flaunt your shoulders and décolletage, while covering your arms and tummy...

 Who could ask for more?!?

Do you have a favorite off the shoulder look this spring? Tell me about it.

 

(Photo credit: Toggage)

Cannes Film Festival

 

In February you have the Oscars, then the Met Gala, and this week it is the Cannes Film Festival. I will never be invited to the film festival, but The South of France is definitely on my bucket list.

 

(image courtesy of  The Permanent Tourist)

 

The Cannes Film festival is an annual film festival that previews new films. It is the most prestigious and publicized film festival of them all. Cannes lasts 11 days and is invitation only. The film festival is held at the Palais des Festivals et des Congres, and typically in May.
The most prestigious award given is Palme d Or (Golden Palm) for best film. Seven other awards are given including Best Actor, Best Actress, and Grand Prize of the Festival.

A look back into the Archives of The Cannes Film Festival:

Sophia Loren, 1958

Jayne Mansfield, 1958

 

Before she was Princes of Monaco, Grace Kelly had a brief fling with French actor Jean- Pierre Armont.

Hermes named the famous Birkin Bag after Jane Birkin, pictured above with Serge Gainsbourgh.


 

 

 

This year Sienna Miller and Jake Gylenhaal are 2 of the 10  official jurors that will judge the film entries.

Above, Sienna Miller in a fitted dove grey, off the shoulder  Balenciaga dress, and below Jake Gylenhaal arrive on May 13th at the Jurors Photo Call.

 

 

 

 

Charlize Theron is in town for her new movie Mad Max: Fury Road. Above Charlize wears a Valentino leather dress with tassels. Below, Charlize, in a mega train Dior dress, and Sean Penn arrive at the Mad Max screening.  

 

 

Natalie Portman at the opening Ceremony in Dior.

 

Above, Naomi Watts in Ralph Lauren and below, Julianne Moore in Givenchy both at the Mad Max Premiere.

 

 

 

 

Color my World

This week, I had the privilege of attending a fashion show for a major designer. Someone asked me before the show, to describe the clothing. My response was, " I love his clothing, very neutral pieces." Looking back on all the beautiful fashion shows I have attended, I have never once thought during a show, "something is missing". This time I did. The closest thing to color in the show was dark gray. Gorgeous outfit after outfit came down the runway in beige, gray, black and white. The pieces were beyond stunning, but something was missing.
I started thinking, this is often the way I dress. Many people have told me, I would like to see you in some color. The runway this week made me realize it is time to start adding some spice in wardrobe life!
The best part about this, most major sales start on Memorial Day Weekend which is almost here.

Lately my attempts to add color have been with accessories, above: Shoes- Christian Louboutin and Bag- Celine.

 

Below I have found colorful pieces that will spice things up a bit. I must warn you, though, it was not easy! If you see a beautiful colorful top, buy it. And if you have color in your wardrobe already, do not get rid of it!

 

ROLAND MOURET:

 Eugene Open Back Crepe Wool Top :$655

Available at

www.netaporter.com

DIANE von FURSTENBERG:

Mallorie Pleated Stretch Crepe top: $250

Available at www.netaporter.com

 

J CREW: Emerald Pool Linen Shirt:$79.50 (25% off with code SALETREAT)

This shirt comes in 6 colors, they are all neutrals except  emerald pool and sweet persimmon.

Available at www.jcrew.com

 

 

TOWNSEN: Papaya Silk Camisole $132

Available at www.saks.com

 

RAMY BROOK: Paige Silk Halter Blouse $295

Available at

www.saks.com

 

ISABEL MARANT ETOILE:  Silo Embroidered Top $395

Available at www.barneys.com

 

A picture or two,  is worth a thousand words:

 

Amal in Spring/Summer 15 Gucci

 

 

 

Keep or Toss

Recently, I have had the pleasure of helping other people in their closets. It has been enlightening and reiterates what I need to do to keep my closet fresh and up to date.
If you want to update your own closet, you first must play KEEP or TOSS. Frankly, I am not sentimental when it comes to clothes. Unless it is a wedding dress, handmade, or a precious gift, you have permission to discard!

•  Alot yourself two hour blocks to work in your closet, no more at one time. After two hours you have had enough.

• You need to make 4 stacks:

1- ALTERATIONS
                 These are items that you love, but are currently not wearing because they do not fit properly. Take them to alterations as soon as possible.
               
                2- RESALE
                These are the items that are still in good condition, no stains or tears. They may be too small or too big. They were not inexpensive when you bought them, and you think someone else could also get good wear time from them. Go ahead and load them in your car now. Take them to a local resale shop as soon as you can.

               3- DONATE
                These are the items that may have a small stain or were not expensive. These you will donate to someone less fortunate. Go ahead and load these items in your car now as well. You need space in your closet! No matter how much you love it, stains, tears, pilings and moth holes are never fashionable!!
               
                4- DIFFERENT SEASON
                   These items are in your way. You will not possibly wear them at the current time because of temperature and climate. Find a place for these outside of your everyday closet. Put them in the guest room, storage or basement. Just make sure they are protected.


If you are torn about whether and item goes in an above pile or remains in your closet, ask yourself the following questions:

**Would I buy it again?
** Have I worn it in the last 12 months?
** Does it look worn out or tired?

My Closet:

You are now on your way to a perfect closet. Over the next few weeks I will continue giving you tips on how to make your closet, the closet of your dreams!

 

 

 

Anna Wintour is Funny

Don't you wonder what is going through Anna Wintour's mind at this moment?

Anna has been called many things throughout the years, but I am not sure funny is one.
Enjoy a good laugh today.