by | Sep 17, 2012 | Fashion |
It is that time of the year where we need to start thinking about holiday parties and special events. Today’s society is very casual, jeans and a dressy blouse can be suitable for a night on the town. I think that is okay; but it is great to kick it up a notch and go with glitz and glamour.
The trend for evening dresses this season is sparkle and shine, bold metallics and bright colors. Off the shoulder dresses can be sexy and chic, but long-sleeve dresses can also be just as hot and over the top as well. Do you have a preference of having your arms shown or not? Confidence exudes when I put on a fancy dress and some heels. Makes me feel like dancing.
The picture of me below was taken before my hubby and I went to our church anniversary. This dress had a lace bodice and hem, so feminine and the gold shoes with the bow was perfect.
I wore a black shawl with my dress just in case I got cold.
I was looking for a dress that would cinch me in at the waist because that is the area that I like to accentuate. Every woman has a part of her body that she thinks looks great so work with that when you are looking for holiday clothing. Also, this dress is a great value to me because I can wear it more than one time. Granted, I would not wear this dress to work; but if I was invited to an event this would be a go-to dress in a heartbeat.
Tips to looking for that perfect dress
- Make sure you know your exact measurements. How long has it been since you measured yourself?
- Look for bold colors to make a bold statement
- Look for gold or silver metallics
- Look for a dress that you can wear again to another special event
- Look for something appropriate for the event you are going to
Have fun!
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by | Sep 10, 2012 | Fashion |
When I saw this Badgley Mischka tunic with self-tie on HSN.com I was star-struck with the diamond print. It really caught my eye. The beadwork down the front of the blouse is so glam.
I was a little self concious putting the tunic on because I was wondering if it was going to look large on me. I ordered it in an extra-small but it was still quite big. I felt that if I wore flats with it I might look somewhat pudgy. Instead I put on my Vince Camuto platform heels and I feel I look more balanced out. I am so use to wearing princess-cut, fit to the body, clothing that it took a bit for me to get use to this blouse.
I paired the tunic with black trousers and I felt slim. I really exercise consistently to keep in shape but I still find myself really being picky about how clothing looks on me. I don’t know if everyone is the same way about certain pieces of clothing but I am. I paired this with a couple of different pants and skirts before I went out the door for work with this ensemble. Yes, I wear beads to work and why not. Beads go day or night. I am undecided about this top, will let you know if I decide to keep it. Give me your honest opinions? Do you like it?
My doggies always have to be in the photo with me. You see a collie and the tail of a beagle. What a joy!
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by | Sep 3, 2012 | Accessories, Fashion |
I had the privilege of being asked by Firmoo to receive a free pair of glasses of my choice from its website. I am giving my honest opinion in this review. You ask, “What is Firmoo?” Firmoo.com is an online optical store that has incredible prices that knocks other eyeglass chains out the park.
“Vision and Fashion the Frugal way.”
I have paid hundreds of dollars, even with my insurance plans. I quite skeptical of the quality; but I said to myself, “why not give it try.” I checked out the website and the selection of frames were very attractive and stylish. On the website you can get either prescription or non-prescription glasses or sunglasses. I decided to get a pair of single vision prescription glasses. I gave them my eyeglass prescription; but I did not give them my PD number. This number is very important because it is measurement of my pupil distance. You can measure your own pupil distance or get that number from your eye doctor. My hubby and I measured ourselves the distance of my pupils, it was easy. I emailed in my measurements and I waited the glasses in the mail. I was not sure how long it would take. I was thinking maybe a couple of weeks because that is typically how long it has taken in the past with other glasses that I had ordered.
However, the eyeglasses arrived in the mail three days later. This is what I received in the package. The eyeglasses, the hard case and soft case, replace nose guards, polishing cloth, screws and a tightener.
I wanted to try on the glasses as soon as I knew that it was my package from Firmoo. The frames that I chose have a cool detail on the sides. They are very comfortable and fit really well. I have never purchased glasses online before. I am a believer that getting glasses without the help of your eye doctor really works. All you really need is your prescription information provided by your doctor.
When you go to Firmoo.com, you can use the try-on feature to see how the glasses will look on your face. You can upload your own photo to find a frame that looks good on your face. The prices are reasonable; but also stylish and very on trend. Every new customer can get a free pair of glasses and all that you have to pay for is the shipping. It’s pretty amazing!
I am so happy with my complimentary pair that I will be back for another choice. Check out the site because you get a Firmoo free pair if you are a first time customer, all you have to pay for is the shipping.
Thank you Firmoo.com for the opportunity, the eyeglasses are awesome.
by | Aug 19, 2012 | Fashion, Sewing |
Hi Bubbling Readers,
I hope your day is going well!
I designed and sewed a capelet and reversible skirt for a Product Development graduate class a few years back. I had to come up with an outline for the type of personalized woven labels that I wanted to be included in each garment if it was sold in the stores. I am now starting to get the plan going for deciding what I want to include on my label. I would like to include the labels on garments that I sew from now on.
At the time I was taking the class I felt like a true designer, I had to look up label requirements and find out why having a label was so important. My game plan was to name the label after my mother. The label would be called, BlueGlori, which is a mixture of my mother’s first name and maiden name.
Below is my graphic draft of the label so it’s a work in process.
The background of the label:
My grandmother would call my mother Glori as her nickname and Blue is my mother’s maiden name. So I reverse the names and came up with BlueGlori. In my class I decided to market reversible skirts and capelets. Having the label on my reversible skirts and accessories was a way to pay homage to my mother. Well, I am revisiting this idea from that class and resurrecting this idea again. This was so cool to me because my mother who is in heaven now has always been my style icon. To me, she represents beauty and elegance. A fashion designer has more to incorporate in a label than merely only picking out a name there’s meaning behind that name and the combinations of fabric play an important part on comfort, wear and care of the apparel in the line.
This picture below is the other side of the reversible skirt. The material is 100% silk so the skirt would be dry clean only. The capelet is made out of silk also so the fabric information is important to include on the label because you wouldn’t want the customer to put this in the washing machine.
The wrap around reversible skirt goes on effortlessly and is a timeless classic. Tie- in the timeless elegance that represents my mother which encompasses the label BlueGlori.
A pic with me in the finished garments.
This look:
A holiday party look or a night out with my husband after work by simply adding a satin tank and the capelet.
So I have the plan now to keep working on the label.
by | Aug 13, 2012 | Fashion |
I am really enjoying coral, the color lights up the face. Coral gives off energy and vivaciousness.
This blouse I actually bought brand new, at a consignment shop, great find.
My skirt is from Louis Del Olio and I know it’s at least five years old. I so like the hand embroidery in the skirt, makes it look so different and beyond the norm.
My shoes are from Ciao Bella and they are so comfortable and perfect with skirts or pants.
I have fun when we take photos because it’s fun to where clothes that I enjoy wearing. My doggie has to get in the shot.
My purse from Dooney and Bourke has become one of my favorites. It goes with everything. I can wear it as a satchel or cross body, it works both ways.
Have fun with your fashion!
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by | Aug 11, 2012 | Fashion |
Hello My Elegant readers,
Yesterday and today, I have felt a hint of coolness in the air. Parents are sending their kids back to school and I have started seeing school buses, but it is warm enough to see convertible cars on my regular route to work. We still our holding on to summer, however with temperatures only in the low 80s, Fall is definitely approaching.
As we are transitioning into fall, I look forward to New York Mercedes Benz Fashion week to see the hot trends for the following season. The fashion industry is almost a year ahead of schedule. As we move into Fall and Winter, fashion designers will be showing their collections for Spring/Summer 2013 . I know it seems a little different to be so far ahead in fashion; but it reminds me of looking into the future and seeing what trends we are looking forward to.
In the summer time when it is still hot; we have to look for good ways to transition when the weather gets cool. The dress that I am wearing above is a maxi dress with a top over it. I have worn this outfit to work and to church. Because it is so versatile, it is a must-have in my wardrobe. I can wear the dress with a black or burgundy blazer and boots. And now I am ready for fall and winter. This is the smart way to dress because you will have pieces in your closet that can be worn in every season.
Another great event going on during the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week is Fashion’s Night out on September 6th. Fashion’s Night Out began in 2009 in New York City to celebrate fashion, restore consumer confidence, boost the industry’s economy during the recession, and put the fun back in shopping! The program is a collaboration between American Vogue, the Council of Fashion Designers of America, NYC & Company, and the City of New York. Since 2009, the event has spread to other cities throughout the world. Everyone who loves fashion will be going out and shopping the stores for the lastest finds. The stores stay open late. If there is a Fashion’s Night Out event in your area; shop, shop, shop!
I predict that dresses will continue to be a strong trend for fall with tights, booties or booties. In spring and summer, dresses will continue to be hot with flats and wedges. At this point, dresses are more than a trend. They are now a classic. The two favorite designers that I am looking forward to seeing their collections is Tracey Reese and Naheem Kahn. Mercedes Benz Fashion Week website has already posted the schedule when designers will be showing their collections. Tracey Reese will be presenting her collection in New York on September 9th; while Naheem Kahn will be showing his collection on September 11th. I will not be in New York; but I cannot wait to see the pictures and videos of the shows.
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