Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Which Louboutins Do You Like Best?!


My sister and I are having a dispute about which Christian Louboutin shoes looks better. Please vote by commenting on this page or pushing the "Like" button and placing a comment after you vote! We will tally up the votes and then tell you what my selection was and which shoe she chose!

Monday, February 7, 2011

Spring Fling!

After, the great Blizzard of 2011 last week in Chicago, and eminent storms being predicted, I can't wait until the spring! I love spring time in Chicago. I love the smell of the spring flowers blooming, the warm days and cool nights and most of all...I love the spring/summer fashions! There are great trends emerging and I want to share some of my must-haves for the season.

1. BLUE JEANS: Blue jeans never really went out of style; they are just continuously being reinvented. Straight leg jeans will still be in style for the spring, however, wide leg jeans will be the hot thing this year. Industry insiders also predict that long blue jean skirts have also made appearances on spring/summer runway shows.
2. LACE: I am such a big fan of lace; and I am glad that it is on the mind of most designers this season. Lace is feminine and sexy. In a world where "ladies" are sometimes an aberration, this addition to the spring/summer trends makes the woman, a little softer and demure...a much need change!
3. Minimalism:
The spring summer season of 2011 is not all about busy vibrant prints and complicated patterns as seen in previous seasons. It's all about the minimalist! Classic clean cuts, basic colors and patterns are a welcomed change. Designers are approaching this trend in a variety of different ways. Clean lines, architectural angles and perspectives are a wonderful alternative for those of us who are fans of a simpler and more versatile look.

4. SHOES : Shoes play a very important role in style. There are a variety of shoe designs available to choose from this season. Wooden heels, platforms, leopard skins and architectural designs are all the rave this season. Shoe trends change from season to season so I would suggest that you don't spend too much on these trends. However, have fun and explore because shoes make every woman feel like a million bucks!
These are just a few of my picks this season. Find out what trends suit you and define your own style because that is what fashion and being stylish is all about!

Monday, December 20, 2010

The Style Journal's Favorite Things!

Millions of people tune in every year to watch Oprah Winfrey reveal her favorite things on her popular talk show. I, must confess that I am among the millions of viewers who anticipate the unveiling of the things every year and I try, unsuccessfully, to get tickets for that show. Well this year, I decided to choose somethings that I absolutely adore, to share with my readers. The things that I am going to list are things that have made my life much easier and are very affordable.


One of my favorite things is this knitted beret. I am one of those girls who hates to wear hats in the winter because it cramps my style. However, I will make an exception for this stylish and affordable beret. The knitted beret is very warm and adds sparkle to your style brand. These berets cost between $14.00-$22.00 and will make great Christmas gifts.

Another item, that I have found is very hard to live without, is the "neck warmer". I love, love, love this idea because it puts a bit of a twist on the traditional scarf. It is big and bulky and it makes the average girl look like a star! There are many versions of this look in stores. Some stores are selling "the infinity scarf" which is sort of the same concept and a little cheaper than the neck warmer. The neck warmers cost between $30 - $55 dollars and the infinity scarf will cost you, an average of, $22.00.

The next thing on my list allows me to have the best of both worlds. I get to have ice cream and watch my weight at the same time! The Haagen Dazs mini is the best thing since diet soda! I am a sucker for all things mini and I am so happy that Haagen Dazs understands today's woman. I love sugar and everything sweet but I always feel guilty when I over indulge; which is a concept that we are all familiar with, especially during the holiday season. These little half cups of pleasure boost just 180 - 200 calories per cup and allows instant portion control and the elimination of all the guilt that usually accompanies the surrender to pleasure. In addition to the elimination of guilt and a complimentary waste line, these little miniature cups only cost $1.00!!! Can you say heaven?!

I am an avid reader and so are my children; so we are always carrying books around with us. The fourth thing on my list is the wave of the future and will allow you to carry over 300 books where ever you go. The "Velocity Micro Cruz Reader" from Borders book store, is a one pound portable library that allows you to carry and store books, magazines, and newspapers on its crystal-clear, full-color, 7-inch display. You can use the built-in Borders bookstore app to download and read over 2 million eBooks in a light and convenient package. It is portable so you can take it everywhere and stay up-to-date with email and social networks with the built in Wi-Fi and full browser support. You can also download movies and music on this device! I don't know what I did before the ereader. This is definitely something to invest in. The Velocity Reader will cost you $199; but is well worth the price!

These are just four of my favorite things. I urge you to try them and I guarantee, that you will be glad you did. I invite you to comment and share some of your favorite things with me!

Sunday, August 29, 2010

Best Dressed at The Emmys!

Claire Danes topped my list of best dressed actress at the 62nd Prime Time Emmy Awards, which aired Sunday, August 30th. Claire Danes looked stunning and was classic Hollywood in this Armani Prive strapless golden creme gown from his Fall 2010 Couture line. This gown is beautiful in it's simplicity and it dazzled because of it's sparkle and it's fit! Many actresses in the past. have worn the perfect dress but they end up committing the cardinal sin of over accessorizing or they don't know what to do with their hair. Claire Danes was flawless and was very smart not to add any jewelry, except for small earrings, to this gown. Her hair and makeup topped of this beautiful creation.


Rounding off my top five best dressed Emmy dresses are: Mariska Hartgitay of CSI Special Victim's Unit, Nina Dobrev of the CW's Vampire Diaries, Eva Longoria Parker of Desparate Housewives and Kyra Sedgwick of "The Closer". Nina Dobrev of the CW's "Vampire Diaries" sizzled in a
one shoulder blush, floral gown from Zuhair Fall 2010; Mariska Hargitay really glowed in a nude Vera Wang Gown; I choose Kyra Sedgwick because she added a burst of color in her Nick Verreous dress to an otherwise black, gold, and nude colored Emmy dress season; and finally Eva Longoria Parker wowed in a black strapless Robert Rodriguez gown.

Saturday, August 28, 2010

Kimora Lee Simmons is Leaving Baby Phat!

Kimora Lee Simmons announced Friday August 20, 2010, that she will be dissolving her relationship with Baby Phat and exiting her position as Creative Director on September 1st. Kimora has been with the label for 14 years and has been a great contributor to the fashion industry with her innovative and sometimes, over the top, fashion creations. Although I personally, didn't like all of her daring designs, I must say that she is definitely a marketing Mogul; and it will be extremely difficult to market the Baby Phat label without her because she IS Baby Phat!
Kimora toke to Twitter to let her fans know that although she will not be designing for the Kellwood Company ( the owner of Phat Farm and Baby Phat) that she would still be a vital force in the fashion industry and will channel her passion and love for fashion into her other ventures. Of course her departure is not without controversy. Sources are reporting that Kimora Lee was forced out by the Kellwood Company who has owned Baby Phat and Phat Farm for 7 years. Consequently, whatever the reason for her departure , The Kellwood Company will be hard pressed to find anyone who can fill the void that Kimora will definitely leave. Kimora daughters, Ming Lee and Aoki Lee, who currently are models for the Baby Phat line, will also be severing their relationship with the Baby Phat label. We wish Kimora Lee Simmons the best of luck with her future endeavors and we are sure that we have not heard the last of Mrs. Simmons! Below are some of the fashion legacys that Kimora has graced us with over the years. Farewell, Kimora!!!!











Thursday, August 26, 2010

Jeggings...The Must Have Accessory for the Fall!

Fashion designers have definitely reinvented the stretch pant/legging! Designers have now coined the term "jeggings" to introduce the vamped up stylish legging for 2010! What are Jeggings?! Jeggings are basically extremely skinny jeans that look like leggings but without all the restrictions. The jegging slowly made its debut in some 2010 spring lines and I believe they will be all the rage this fall because they are so versatile. Another great style benefit to the jegging is that they are not as exclusive as the legging. With leggings, you had to have a long shirt or a long jacket to conceal your rear and hips because the material was so unforgiving. However, because the jegging is made out of heavier fabrics, you don't have to be so one dimensional in the way that you style the jegging look. Finally, because most fashionista's are suffering through this recession trying to coupe with the lack of disposable cash, the jegging allows you to still be stylish without spending as much revenue. Below are some stylish Jegging looks!

Monday, August 2, 2010

Alica Keys Married in Vera Wang!

With all the media coverage surrounding Chelsea Clinton Wedding ceremony on Saturday, Alica Keys and Swizz Beatz had no problem getting married without the dreaded paparazzi!The couple tied the knot in a private ceremony Saturday in a private home on the Mediterranean Sea. Alica Keys wore a Grecian-inspired Vera Wang gown and her groom wore a tuxedo made by designer Tom Ford. I am sure the couple will send Chelsea Clinton a thank-you card in the mail very soon!!! Congratulations to the new couple~