2011 | Blueprint for Style

Best Shoe Designer of 2011

We liked this Fabsugar contest~ Clockwise from top left: Charlotte Olympia, Giuseppe Zanotti, Christian Louboutin, and B by Brian Atwood. Charlotte Olympia ~ we love her cat-faced shoes and stacked platforms. Giuseppe Zanotti ~ the sky-high heels are gorgeous. Christian Louboutin ~ the signature red soles are a sexy classic. B by Brian Atwood ~ his diffusion line is a covet-worthy mix of pumps. My vote is for Charlotte Olympia ~ which shoe designer is your pick for 2011? %RELATEDPOSTS%

2011/12/31

10 Ways To Wear White Button-Down

10 Ways To Wear A White Button Down ~ a closet classic! %RELATEDPOSTS%

2011/12/30

Marsha Ambrosius Style

This sponsored post by Lexus is the last in a series focused on various artists and written word poets. This week we’re looking at Artist Marsha Ambrosius and Poet Georgia Me. I have watched Marsha while she was part of Floetry and afterwards….always with her own style and slightly chic bohemian. She tapped into her true north personal style continuously and has found her own voice [no pun intended]. What we love about her style as seen in this photo: She is

2011/12/28

Best Style & Fashion Apps for 2011

Besides Twitter, I sat back to figure out what I would have missed in 2011 had I not been able to access these apps. What app do you use regularly that you think you could not have made it through the year without it? Here are mine: Pantone ~ I use this app with all of my clients to better understand their current color preferences as well as create color palettes for inspiration Tungle ~ I can schedule with anyone

2011/12/28

Style In Retrospect

2011 was a good year ~ but frankly any year where I’m here to tell about it makes it a great year! In terms of style and fashion, I don’t know that we had a lot of new but quite a bit of recycled and refurbished trends. What was the BIG style trend you noticed (or participated in) for 2011? In 2011, I gave into…. red lipstick tweed blazers dark denim layering anything grey or leopard print the color mash

2011/12/27

we’re going under construction

Look for our next post to come on January 7, 2012 (ok, maybe a few intermittent items if we think it’s super important) … along with a new look and lots to come! Until then, happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

2011/12/23

Holiday Wishes

2011/12/23

Accessories

Fellas Get Some Book Sense…& Sex

There are few things sexier than an educated man… Culo (by Raphael Mazzucco) is a provocative collection that shows the beauty of the woman’s booty! Available at BiggerBooks, $54.14 Ok, I’ve given you the perfect gift and you can just tell her you’re focused on expanding your reading selection…. What do you want me to do? Buy it for you?! C’mon you know that’s not gonna happen, so just splurge..and get educated! %RELATEDPOSTS%

2011/12/22

The Year of the Blouse… & Necklaces

For 2012, I’m focusing much of my attention and hard-earned capital on building up my blouse and necklace arsenals. Funny thing is they’re both fairly difficult to nail down…..truly beautiful blouses are hard to find and pricey when you do; and necklaces can be ‘hit or miss’ but when you find it, you know it! That said, I recently had a necklace commissioned (sounds sexy & haute, right?) by Janelle of JazzyJewelz. I mentioned that I wanted it to be

2011/12/22

Peas Pass The Salt n’ Pepper

I just thought these pea-shaped ceramic salt n’ pepper shakers were adorable! Available at Modcloth, $21.99

2011/12/22

Look Longer & Leaner

Think high ~ high heels elongate the leg and give the appearance of more height High waist ~ (this can be tricky) but typically higher waist bottoms again create the look of longer legs Go dark & light ~ darker on the bottom and lighter on the top creates ‘visual space’! Go forth & look taller! %RELATEDPOSTS%

2011/12/21

Style Hotness…Or Not?

Melanie Fiona is very pretty and her voice is extraordinary ~ and that’s why she’s being featured on TV One’s Verses & Flow series sponsored by Lexus. That said, let’s take a quick walk through her style prowess: Overall the Canadian-born singer has a terrific shape standing at a taller-than-average 5’8′. She creates an even more statuesque appearance by rocking heels and keeping her clothing fitted on her legs Her jailed-striped outfit provides a fashion lesson for all ~ you can wear

2011/12/21

Footwear

Eveningwear Edition

You don’t have to go full-on tuxedo for Holiday affairs ~ here’s a great alternate look and it’s one-stop-shopping at Matches: %RELATEDPOSTS%

2011/12/21

Destination: Stephanie Johnson

I love Stephanie Johnson bags and I was recently selected as one of her “Blogs to Bring In the New Year” along with the likes of Marlien Rentmeester from Le Catch, James Andress from What Is James Wearing?, Carolyn Paddock from In-Flight Insider, Cassandra LaValle’s coco + kelley and more. Check out the entire cast here….. %RELATEDPOSTS%

2011/12/21

Holiday Accessorizing

We’ve got you covered when it comes to finishing off your Holiday look! Every fabulous outfit needs those small details to make it pop and while you could search and find accessories specifically for each look, an easy solution is a coordinated finish that can go with any outfit. Our favorite is the metallic! Neutral-tones: Sam Edelman Novato platform pumps, $50 House of Fraser Untold box clutch, $97 Kapow Wow fringe necklace, $375 Black Haute: Armani sequin clutch, $78 Zara

2011/12/20

Holiday Dress

This Shelby Stripe Pleat Dress ($198) is pretty for the Holidays, but long after as well. The subtle color blocking and gathered cuff sleeves make this a winner with a pair of pumps and envelope clutch. %RELATEDPOSTS%

2011/12/20

Holiday Party Inspiration

Not quite sure what to wear to your undoubtedly full schedule of Holiday functions and affairs? Here are a few of our faves ~ a little for some and perhaps a lot more for others! Wes Gordon satin smoking jacket, $2,490 Stella McCartney guipure lace Pamela dress, price upon request Valentino flutter sleeve jumpsuit, $2,290 Elie Tahari Heather dress, $998 Carolina Herrera sequined silk-and-wool Mikado pants and white silk taffeta shirt with black grosgrain placket, price upon request Zara Glitter

2011/12/20

Grooming

Another Tux Tip

Satin side stripe on your pants? Easy answer is ~ your choice! Classic tuxedo pants have them, but many of today’s more fashion-forward tuxedo alternatives don’t We say…’do whatcha like‘! %RELATEDPOSTS%

2011/12/18

Six Under $20

Whether they’re ‘stocking stuffers’ or gifts, here are a few last minute gift ideas for him or her. The Gospel According to Coco Chanel ~ $13.57 Drymax men’s dress socks ~ $8.99 Stephanie Johnson petite cosmetic bag ~ $16.50 Nine West convertible, fingerless gloves ~ $20 Stila all day waterproof eyeliner ~ $20 Deborah Lippman Stormy Weather nail polish ~ $16 %RELATEDPOSTS%

2011/12/18

In Honor of Janelle Monae

We saw this Marky navy blue patent leather brogue and fell in love! Not only will it polish up your navy pant suit, but it works wonderfully for those Holiday parties where you need to step out in style. Oh, Janelle Monáe would be proud. Available at ASOS, $58 %RELATEDPOSTS%

2011/12/18

Double Duty Clutch

Leopard print is wonderfully versatile and a clutch is the essential every lady needs these days…..wait, along with something to carry her e-reader in! Lodis has created the Siren E-reader Envelope which fits the Kindle, Kobo, nook, Sony reader and a few others. The bonus is it doubles as a fabulous clutch, and comes in camel (pictured), denim or ruby. Available at eBags, $78 (size: 8″ x 5″ x .75″) %RELATEDPOSTS%

2011/12/18

If No One Else Will, Get It For Yourself

Start the new year right by treating your money right. This Paul Smith leather credit card wallet with turqouise trim and four card slots is the perfect size. Or this credit card holder is a great runner up! %RELATEDPOSTS%

2011/12/18

Honeycomb Kid

A cute pendant necklace isn’t that easy to come across these days but we love this Dalla Nonna honeycomb pendant. The 14K yellow gold pendant has three white sapphires, is part of Dalla Nonna’s portafortuna (“good luck charms”) collection, and comes in sterling silver or as a bracelet. Available at dallanonnajewelry.com, $225 – $825 %RELATEDPOSTS%

2011/12/18

6 Things To Share…Since You Weren’t Listening Before

Issac Mizrahi is set to roll out a menswear line of dress shirts and neckwear that will launch for fall at department and specialty men’s stores. Honestly, I’m not sure this is a good thing…. Post Holiday season, you can still wear sequins if you remember to pair it with something less glam (read: more casual) like a slouchy sweatshirt or the likes. Sometimes I see Jennifer Lopez aka JLo and she can get ‘jiggy’ with it ~ and this outfit

2011/12/17

Travel in Style

The Holidays and New Years are quickly approaching, but we get a bit misty-eyed when we recall how stylishly people used to be when they flew. Albeit we do dress for the ease of ‘undressing‘ at the airport, we’ve got four surefire high fashion, low maintenance items to keep you traveling in style despite the times….

2011/12/17

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Best Shoe Designer of 2011

10 Ways To Wear White Button-Down

Marsha Ambrosius Style

Best Style & Fashion Apps for 2011

Style In Retrospect

we’re going under construction

Holiday Wishes

Fellas Get Some Book Sense…& Sex

The Year of the Blouse… & Necklaces

Peas Pass The Salt n’ Pepper

Look Longer & Leaner

Style Hotness…Or Not?

Eveningwear Edition

Destination: Stephanie Johnson

Holiday Accessorizing

Holiday Dress

Holiday Party Inspiration

Another Tux Tip

Six Under $20

In Honor of Janelle Monae

Double Duty Clutch

If No One Else Will, Get It For Yourself

Honeycomb Kid

6 Things To Share…Since You Weren’t Listening Before

Travel in Style

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