Keep Calm and Always Sparkle...

Every girls should have a little sparkle in her life...and her wardrobe.  We're simply in love with sparkles, shines and glistening jewels.  That's why we've created this post for the glamorous and the not-so-glamorous girl. 

 

Even adding a hint of sparkle into our wardrobe can go a long way in creating a stunning look!

 

From the time we are little princesses we are introduced to a world of shine- glitter flowing through our hands and onto art projects, our hair, lip gloss and more.  So why not indulge in a mature sense of sparkle?

 

These earrings are breathtaking and would look beautiful on everything from a gorgeous glistening gown to a more casual outfit (jeans, a sweater and gold stiletto heels).  The Kate Spade diamond, gold plated earrings to the right are to live for!

 

 

Another way to add sparkle into your daily wardrobe is by purchasing a sequin pencil skirt.  This will create a casual or formal look that you can always dress up or down.  But either way it will be extremely stunning and fashionable.  You can wear it with a sweater, t-shirt, or even a collared suit jacket.  Then pair it with your favorite pumps (black or colored- the bright florescent look on the fashionistas below is Super-HOT for the upcoming spring/summer months).  You'll walk out the house feeling like a million bucks!

Every beauty queen and woman of honor leaves a little sparkle wherever she goes.  That's why the following look- 'Sparkle in Gold' is so gorge.  Gold studded earrings, gold and diamond chandelier sandals, or a gold sequin top with a basic skirt in black or white will create a beautiful yet chic look.  I know you beauty queens will leave a glistening trail of joy wherever you go...

 Don't stop sparkling (or looking at this page).  This Holy Chic has it going on with her fuschia pumps and silver chandelier colored skirt.  Notice how she matched all the glam with a toned-down message t-shirt and some cute sunglasses.  Her bag adds that extra edge in leather.  Purple and fuschia are a wonderful compliment to one another and you can do a lot with this inspiration.  Go to your closet and if you don't own a sequin skirt we recommend you buy one as a staple that will bring your closet basics to another level.  By the way, don't worry about money (find a discount, consignment or thrift store and get one half-off or at some crazy cheap price- no one will ever know and they'll think you paid hundreds of dollars on it).

 

 

The subtle blend of champagne, diamonds and light pink is soothing and pretty.  Whether it's a full gown, alluring pumps or an MK diamond studded watch, everybody better watch out because the romantic you has walked into the room.  Be subtly bold and pretty in pink tinted champagne.  Don't forget, you can also wear the watch below with a more casual outfit as a statement piece.

Feeling a bit more urban or like going for deeper colors?  Black is also a great alternative color that looks nothing less than extremely classy in textured sparkles.  Gold and black is always another head turning combination in anything.  Check out the black textured (suede), gold buttoned jacket with sparkly gold blouse.  So stately yet cool and calm.  Then there's the sailor look with stripes and Christian Louboutin pumps in black sparkle-red undersurface.

Have you had enough of sparkles yet?  Well don't turn your head yet, we're about to switch it up with gold and black.  This eye makeup is such an appealing look for a night out in town with the girls or a date night with your beau.  Eye stopping!  Did you know you can go all black and still glisten?  Match a black or hunter green sequin skirt with a leather jacket and sweater.  Urban and fun.  Gold and black are such a fierce combo.

NYFW's Fall 2014 Collection even added a taste of glistening glory with the color silver (appearing all throughout collections).  Go all silver with designer Bibhu's classic, formal suit.  Or soften it up with a flowing Jenny Packman skirt and a gentle sweater.  Finish the look off with a shimmery or feathered handbag and silver pumps.

These brown toned beauties are all decked out with shimmery gold, iridescent, and bright colored makeup.  You may or may not want to go this bold but a simple touch or gold eyeshadow, sparkled lipstick or colored blush can go a long way in creating an extraordinary look.  Hats off to the black beauties of America!

Spring is almost here and if you are in a cold-dark part of the nation, you're probably ready for the snow and gloom to end.  Time for flowers, chirping birds and sunshiny colors.  Be inspired by the color pink with a hue of cream and hint of shining silver.  Nail art is another creative way to add sparkle to your attire, an entire sparkling ballet shoe or bring attention to your power step with a silver undertoning sparkled pump.  You'll feel more fab just because you know it's there...

And finally, we'll end with a little household inspiration.  Bringing sparkle into your living space adds a heart beating joy to the princess in you.  Sparkle it up with gold pillows, a silver blanket, or a gold sparkling comforter.  Can't ask for more glam than that!  Match it up with a chandelier and soft colors like creamy shades of white or the color black.

We hope you all enjoyed our special on how to bring out the sparkle in you!

Remember Beautifuls...

Keep Calm and Always Sparkle.

 

By the way, write a note below so we know you've stopped by and we'd love to comment back.  How are you going to add a little bit of sparkle (or a lot) to your wardrobe or interior decor?

 

*All images are linked to original sources.



In Celebration of Edith Head's 116th Birthday!

The Return of Class is Constantly on my heart.

And, today I was going through one of life's hard moments where you have to make a conscious decision to keep going.  Then, lo and behold...I began to do a Google Search, only to find this picture of Edith Head.  How timely!  (All dresses!)

That began my fashion lesson on one of the greatest costume dress designer's ever known.  This eight time Academy Award winner brought fashion savvy, refined dresses to America's entertainment industry, fashion icons such as Audrey Hepburn.

May the Return of Class be America's heart beat again!

During the 1940s and 1950s Edith Head designed major actresses such as Audrey Hepburn.

Skirts Galore! The Many Types of Skirts

Did you know there are many types of skirts in varying cuts?  Once you add color, style, and different types of material to each one of these cuts the possibilities and styles are endless!  Who says you can't be cute in a skirt?!

Below are a few different cuts.  In the coming days, I'll add more information on each type of skirt.  These cuts can apply for dresses also.  Some look better on specific body types.  (More information about this is coming in the next blogs).

The Pencil Skirt

The A Line Skirt

The Trumpet Skirt

The Tube Skirt

The Pleated Skirt

The Layered Skirt

I will also blog soon about the following types of skirts.  You'll never run out of options!:

The Box Pleated Skirt
The Gypsy Skirt
The Paneled Skirt
The Draped Skirt
The Straight Skirt
The Bubble Skirt
The Wrap Skirt
The Asymmetrical Skirt
The Tulip Skirt
The Circle Skirt
The Godet Skirt

Click here for the most comprehensive article on the types of skirts that I've been able to find online.

Do you know of any other types of skirts I'm missing here?

Kate Spade Delight

One of my favorite designers is Kate Spade.  I love the classic elements, a line skirts, and conservative edge.  She pairs these classic looks with bright, youthful colors!

Her fall 2012 line was a graceful blast from the past.

Welcome to the 1950s in 2013:

Kate brings back the radio purse

Check out these 1930s Vintage Saddle Shoes:

 

And here's a 1950s high heel saddle shoe:

This is Kate Spade's updated, open toe version.  So cute!:

Polka dots were so in style back then:

And here they are now, still so stylish:

But you've got the love in character in the 1950s Sunglasses.  Oh! And I love the gloves :-):

Kate Spade Brings them back:

 But then there's the wonderful hairstyles.  Hey!  I still rock a classic curly look from time to time:

The Pompadour & Curls:

 Kate Spade's Pompadour:

The Classic A-Line Dress:

Kate Spade's Rendition:

Thanks for stepping back into history with me!  What's your favorite look?

Old Skool Cool

I've found that some outfits are so ugly to me that they're cool.  Here's a classic example.  I am entitling this look, "Old Skool Cool".  Because you'd expect someone's grandmother to be wearing it, it has a character that makes it kind of cool if you put it together the right way.

I think the accessories and the cute skirt make this work.  It's a very modest, covered look but it is still chic.  The blouse has a lot of unique characteristics.  Take note of the v-cut sleeves at the elbows and the poofy shoulders and the way the blouse drapes gracefully on our models body.

I also like the way she added a cute little belt to add a touch of grace and modernity to this old skool type of skirt.  Her bracelets are also up-to-date and she tops it off with a cute hand bag in a complimentary color to purple with an unexpected pair of high heeled suede boots.  You could also add pumps to make a more retro look.

There's enough modern touches to turn this look into a mesh of old and new skool.  Great job!  Would you wear this?  What do you think?

 

Now, this second look screams, "ITALY!" to me and I loooovvveee it.  I put it in Old Skool Cool because of the Old Skool skirt.  This look proves that you can make any skirt look cool if you blend it was the right pieces and aren't afraid to make a statement.  The hat is amazing and the t-shirt is a great up-to-date touch to this entire look.  The shoes are also perfect because they're so cute.  Shoes can go a long way in bringing a piece of clothing to modern times!  They do wonders with skirts- especially wedges and heels.  Tennis shoes (sneakers) can also be paired with a skirt; this is an art!