spring trends a to z: b.

b is for:


bike shorts
richard chai love


nicole miller


issey miyake


maxmara


where to buy now:




don't forget you can alway diy a pair of bike shorts easily from any old pair of leggings you have! sometimes those bright colored leggings are better in same doses.

these may seem a little silly but the certainly play into the sporty trend we are seeing and they actually may come in handy. they are the perfect length to add just a pop of color under shorts or a skirt, like we saw at issey miyake. they are also a great substitute for longer leggings when we get into the warmer months. you can wear them for extra comfort and security under short skirts. if you are more of a risk taker, wear them just as shorts. they go great with a fun peplum top. and don't forget your best accessory.. your bike!




bra tops
dolce & gabbana


miu miu




prada


where to buy now:



the easiest way to wear this trend is by wearing the bra top underneath a sheer or partially sheer top pairs with a high waisted bottom. this way you are not showing off a lot of skin and most of your 'problem areas' will be covered. you can also wear them with a button-up shirt, like chambray or plaid, and either button or tie it so that only a small patch of skin right under the top is showing. however, if you are confident and comfortable, show off as much of your midsection as you want. just be careful not to show too much cleavage.


all runway photos from style.com.

spring trends a to z: a.

spring is just around the corner and based on the winter we have had so far, we will be wearing the new trends in no time. for the month of february, i am going to prep us for what is to come. i will be giving you the a to z's of spring fashion, with all the trends and tips you could need to start shopping now and start saving a little money later. here we go!

a is for:

athletic
kenzo



rag & bone


alexander wang




marc by marc jacobs

where to buy now:

urban outfitters

h&m



african-inspired
proenza schouler




michael kors


donna karan


burberry porsum


where to buy now:

gap

topshop


all runway photos from style.com.

best of the 2012 sag awards.

this is another awards show where people took risks that really paid off. everyone's look was so different this time around that it was hard to narrow it down to one favorite looks, so here are my top picks.

zoe saldana in givenchy haute couture.
i wasn't sure how i felt at first, but when i saw her moving in this, it was just beautiful. the mix of white and silver is stunning.


 michelle williams in valentino.
valentino red was magic on michelle. the cool lace cutouts and draping at the waist make it a unique look.


emma stone in alexander mcqueen.
this dress is so much fun. the shaping at the hips make this anything but a little black dress and the tea length is just so young and fresh.


sarah hyland in temperley london.
this vintage cut in an almost sheer fabric make this just the right amount sexy and pretty.


rose byrne in elie saab.
two words: sparkly jumpsuit!
whoever said you had to wear a dress.


tilda swinton in lanvin.
this woman can wear anything. i love this all white goddess look.


ashlee simpson in jenny packham.
we haven't seen much of her lately but she looks amazing. the dress is stunning and her hair & makeup is very glamourous. 


emilia clarke in chanel couture. 
here is another risk taker who succeeds. the strong shoulder, the feathers and the black and white make modern glamour.


emily blunt in oscar de la renta.
john krasinski in prada.
cute couple. great green color. best dressed man.

madewell spring 2012 lookbook.














these are just a few of my favorite looks from madewell's spring 2012 collection. it may be a bit of an obsession, but once you take one look at the offerings of madewell, you just can't get enough. i'm loving the bright color blocking mixed with equally as bright floral prints and of course, the polka dots. but my favorite standout pieces are those overalls and the black and white thin striped pants. no worries, we can continue on with our chambray shirts and colored denim. get ready to go bright and go bold.