Tuesday, July 19, 2011

THE. MAD. MEN. INFLUENCE.

When Mad Men hit the screens it quickly became one of the most fashion influential television series...
    
                       
                         The 1950's woman is back!
                                                                                                                                                   
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LOUIS VUITTON FALL 2010 

1950's style luxury
.Retro bow fronted pumps.
.Cinched-waisted full skirts and dresses.
.Proper below-the-knee lengths.
.fitted, tailored.





                       PRADA FALL 2010












see all the looks on Style.com


.BETTY. DRAPER.


Betty is the epitome of a 1950's on-screen classic beauty. She always looks effortlessly chic. Her look includes pearls, gloves, headbands, silk scarves, a cinched waist, an a-line skirt and perfectly manicured hair.









HER INFLUENCE..
GRACE KELLY

.PEGGY. OLSON.


Peggy's style is conservative and often resembles a school girls/cute librarian. Her signature looks include neck bows, cardigans, peter pan necklines and cutesy prints. Her dorky fringe and styled hair reminds me of the original 1950's barbie.




HER INFLUENCE..



AUDREY HEPBURN


.JOAN. HOLLOWAY.


Joan's has without doubt the most influential style in the series- She has brought back the real woman. Joan plays up her best assets, her curves. She exudes confidence and sex appeal. Her hour glass silhouette is accentuated with fitted dresses cinched at the waist, pencil skirts and tucked in blouses. Predominantly block colored, her outfits are always jeweled toned enhancing her flaming red hair and porcelain skin. A sophisticated bun, large hand bag and a jeweled broach completes the office sirens outfits.



              









HER INFLUENCES..



MARILYN MONROE

SOPHIA LOREN


Monday, July 18, 2011

ACCESSORY. TRENDS.

UPDATE... WOVEN / CHAINS


MARNI knitted wool and brass chain bracelet





MARNI knitted wool and brass necklace



MARNI Rope and Chain Multi-strand Necklace


Neon woven necklaces and bracelets are the newest trend for summer. Simply add to a casual jersey look by day or to a simple cocktail dress for an instant statement color pop.







Proenza Schouler Rope Bracelet









Im rather liking these sports-lux multicolored rope bracelets. Made from carabiner ropes and clasps the novelty pieces work well against a tailored outfit. 

 Reminiscent of my brief sailing days when I stole bits of the multi-colored rope to make bracelets ... Obviously the reason for my fondness.



ON. EVERY. WISH. LIST.

YSL ARTY

YVES SAINT LAURENT Arty Gold-Plated Ring















Although they came out around may Im still in love with these finger treats. They were an instant fashionista must have and many of the popular stones sold out quickly. As fond as I am of the turquoise and coral stones (perfect for summer on a beautiful tanned hand) my heart belongs to the earthy grained wooden ring. This ring is stunning! Its large enough to be a statement piece and small enough for everyday wear.