Stylish Halloween

I have always believed in beauty and I have never understood why we have to look ugly for Halloween. That is why I would like to give you different Halloween ideas with a chic twist, and looking beautiful to whatever party you may have.

The secret to be beautiful for Halloween is in the ability to create a good outfit and in the makeup. Here are 3 examples of great looking makeup, which you can try and do yourself or just go to your makeup stylist and ask them to do something similar.

Modern witch:  I wanted to give you a modern witch in leather, with a more “informal” approach and trying to achieve that sexy look.  Fendi black leather cuff with chain detail,  Junya Watanabe black nylon jacket with chain detail,  Stella McCartney black thigh-high boot, Alexander McQueen black leather pencil skirt. Christian Louboutin zip-detail clutch 

Arlequin: I found this amazing makeup to go perfectly with this great dress, Rachel Gilbert sequined satin dress, Since the dress is achieving all that you want for the costume, just add earrings that stand out on their own, and have that WOW effect. Kenneth Jay Lane 9 row crystal baguette earrings. Remember is all in the makeup here, another makeup option is your face very white with one black tear drop, black lips, and maybe smoky eyes to beautify you. 

La Vampiresse:  Vampires are so “In” right now, I had to give the classic Vampiresse look. Go for a dramatic strapless dress, One Vintage gold sequin-embellished black strapless tulle dress so that your makeup and neck Vampire Bite Makeup Kit are the key pieces here. Your makeup should achieve that “cold” look, so your skin should look whiter than ususal. Your lips should look very red, but very glossy as well, and try to intensify the smoky eyes to achieve that mysterious Vampiresse look along with this Jennifer Behr pearl veiling and Sylvia Toledano clutch bag


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Have a great Halloween!

Shine like sequin

Ever since I was very small I loved anything that shinned, and today I still do even more.  As for sequin, I feel today I understand them better, and I deeply enjoy wearing them even for the day, of course if they are discreet and flatter my personal style.

This season because of the 80’s rush we are getting; many designers have incorporated sequins, but in a more sophisticated way and not as flashy as we remember the 70’s and 80’s.   

I would recommend that if you wish to incorporate sequin into your style, you wear a sequin T-shirts and cover it with a cardigan, or the opposite effect can also look great.  If you tend to be more of a classic style or sporty wear the sequin with nude or dark shades to take down the glitz, or just wear it in a bag, shoes, and scarf.

Here are some examples of I like the most right now.

Items from left to right from top to bottom: ADAM silver sequin embellished jersey sweatshirt, Matthew Williamson paillette mini dress, Oscar de la Renta gold paillette-embellished cardigan, Dolce & Gabbana silver sequin sneaker, Angel Jackson sequin and stud satchel clutch, Proenza Shouler sequin tee.

3.1 Phillip Lim sequin sprayed blacl and gold t-shirt, Ashish fashion stripes in this fierce tiger-patterned sequined tank top, Day Birger et Milkkelsen black sequin and beaded cotton vest, Valentino sequin shoes, Haute Hippie sequin mosaic tank dress, Oscar de la Renta multicolored sequin sprayed silk dress. 

The little black dress

The little black dress is an all time classic piece for every moment, every day, and every occasion.  Many people that today wear LBD don’t know the story behind it, and it is quite interesting if you wish to know more about it.

I have always considered black a base colour, where you can add bright colours to it and make it more attractive to the eye. When I have been overweighed, I have taken black as my uniform colour, but still with that touch of colour to brighten my day and my spirits. 

I tend to wear black for my most "serious" encounters when I know I need to look very sharp and elegant. I love to pair my LBD with any type of gold, silver or pearl necklaces. For me, it definitely depends on the occasion and what I want to achieve with my look, still I always look for the WOW effect with any of the pieces I’m wearing. 

By the way, if you happen to be in Paris for pleasure, go to the Lido's performance it was amazing, I saw it last night.

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LBD from left to right from top to bottom: Dolce & Gabbana - Frill detail pencil dress, Day Birger et Milkkelsen black night volant dress, Tibi norma jersey peplum dress, Paul & Joe attirant Pierre Cardin silk dress, Alexander McQueen jersey drape-front dress, Elizabeth and James satin cross-front dress, Giambattista Valli - Strapless bustier dress, Acne wrapped dress.

RM by Roland Mouret asymmetric wool crepe dress, Stella McCartney lace detail wool blend dress, Preen bandage dress, Camilla and Marc lotus frock tulle dress, Donna Karan strapless taffeta dress, Paul & Joe attirant Pierre Cardin silk dress, Matthew Williamson jewel detail dress, Zac Posen silk blend dress.    

Chic & Flats

Over the years I have become a fan of flats shoes, I believe I mentioned it on a previous editorial. Since I tend to spend most of my hours walking or in the comfort of my home I tend to be either barefoot, or in flat shoes. I know it is not "stylish" of me, but to be honest I wear my high heels when I have to, and in my home I like to be comfortable specially if I spend most of the day sitting and writing.

So here are of my favourite flats shoes of the season.

from top to bottom from left to right: Kartel by Norma Luisa plastic two tone flats, Gucci black leather moccasins with horsebit, J.Crew luciana lace ballet flats, French Sole gold ballet flats, Jil Sander grey pointed spazzalato leather flats, Lanvin gray felt ballerinas with black patent paneling. 

Miu Miu metallic jewelled ballerinas, Roger Vivier cheat chips suede ballerinas.

Miu Miu black patent leather jeweled ballerinas, Tod's Limited edition Zebre loafers.

Miu Miu black patent peep toe jewelled ballerinas, Christian Louboutin "love" flat shoes.

Just Cavalli ballet flats, Rodo ballet flats with diamante detailing, Giuseppe Zanotti Design blsck suede ballerinas with stone detail.

Be bold & beautiful

One of the biggest trends this season is bold colours. I personally don’t have a preference for any colour, I adore them all, but off course not all colours look good on us, and it depends on the right shade of hue and what season you are.  Once you have mastered your colour palette you will never go wrong and then you will be better prepared to manage your personal style.  When I studied the colour technique for clothing in NY, we came across that sometimes it is not the same as the colours done by a hair stylist.  Each person is different in colour, as well as in style, thank god for that, right? Otherwise it would be very boring...

If you tend to dress in black, browns and greys a touch of colour in a belt, a bag or a jacket is never a wrong option. If you are a risk taker, and the colour you have chosen compliments all your features, then go for a dress. When it comes to the jewellery you can either skip it, or just stick to silver or gold.

Items from top to bottom and from left to right D&G Dolce Gabbana saffron satin dress, Marc Jacobs hot pink wool skirt, Maje blue silk blouse, Stella McCartney lilac silk dress,  Halston fuchsia cotton jersey mini dress, Tibi mustard silk beaded dress.

Sonia by Sonia Rykiel read heart pocket knitted skirt, Paul & Joe green tuxedo blouse, Marco Rettili yellow crocodile leather belt, Michael Kors neon pink patent leather belt, Michael Kors neon hot pink rib knit cashmere snood, Milly orange cotton blend bead embellished cardigan, Jardin des Orangers berry cashmere turtleneck sweater.

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Chain Chain Chain

There’s nothing like Aretha Franklin singing this song... Chain chain chain, Chain a fool...

Every time I see a chain bag; I remember two things, the song and Chanel. Since it is obvious that Chanel is the masters in chain bag, I wanted to give you different options besides Chanel.

A few ideas on where you can wear any of these bags for example Marc Jacobs studded bag, Lanvin quilted leather tote, Stella McCartney, Dior, or the Raspberry Fendi bag these will be great for that every day look. The sequin Lanvin, the bronze Lanvin with the rose detail and the Chloe with the bow detail are perfect for drinks, a premier event, the Opera, or a Gallery opening. These bags deserve to the taken to beautiful places were other women can enjoy your great taste. The multicoloured Anya Hindmarch, and the Fendi Black and beige I think they could look great for a tea with friends, a very important meeting that you wish to look very sharp or a business lunch.  Emilio Pucci’s denim bag, Roberto Cavalli studded grey clutch, Lanvin quilted lambskin and Zagliani blue python bag can also be worn for every day or dress up an informal look.

From top to bottom - left to right:

Chloe crystal bow bag in goatskin, Dior dark brown and cream shoulder bag, Fendi Raspberry baguette with strap, Zagliani blue python skin bag, Fendi two-toned leather bag, Marc Jacobs studded quilted chain bag, Emilio Pucci blue denim shoulder bag with gold tone chain strap, Lanvin black quilted leather bag, Roberto Cavalli grey suede studded clutch, Stella McCartney black faux leather boho bag with chain detailing, Lanvin quilted lambskin bag, Fendi pony skin bag with embroided detail, Lanvin mini bag with jewelled rosette, Mulberry gold cracked metallic clutch, and Anya Hindmarch multicoloured leather clutch.   

I would like to thank all the emails I have received over the past weeks, I truly enjoy making your personal style more enjoyable. 

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Sneak peek @ Paris fashion week

The Paris Fashion Week ended last week and it was everything you would expect from a Paris fashion show. The fabrics were a mixture of soft and very structured fabrics like taffetas, you could admire some prints, but not compared to the other fashion shows in Milan, London or New York, Many designers had  horizontal and vertical lines.

Among the dominant colours we could enjoy the most were grey, nude, whites, blues, reds, and yellows.

My favourite shows were, Azzaro, Celine, Chanel, Elie Saab, Emanuel Ungaro, Giambattista Valli, Giles, Hermés, Kenzo, Lanvin, Louis Vuitton, Roland Mouret, Stella McCartney, Valentino, and YSL. Style.com

My overall assessment is that the Paris Fashion week was colourful, plenty of beautiful delicate lace, some designers had very short skirts, and most of the designers continue with jumpsuits, bold jewellery, and platform shoes.


My advise is that if you wish to follow the Paris fashion is to bring out your lace, your horizontal and vertical skirts and blouses, keep or buy bold jewellery, beautiful sandals and boots will also be great. 


I hope you enjoyed these small sneak peeks on what is to come for Prêt a Porter Spring/Summer 2010. 

Buy Keep Store

What a dilemma, we never know what to buy, what to keep and what to store.  I thought that I tell you what I definetly would buy, keep and store maybe I can inspire you to do the same.

My favourite thing, what to buy?? Well, when it comes to clothing I have decided that I definitely need a long sleeve dress that is “happening” but that I can also wear it next season.  I picked Markus Lupfer grey dress, I chose it in grey because during this season grey is the new black, and next season as well, and because I can also wear it as a shirt, pairing it with some leggings! I always tend to purchase with that thought, will it be good for next season?. When it comes to Jewelry I don’t have, I have a soft spot for bracelets, so I chose this Balenciaga metal chain bracelet, it is so Chanel and I can’t wait to find it. For last I need that special print, that is timeless... and what better brand then Missoni, right? They try to stick to the same concept, which I love because it makes your wardrobe more wearable.  

As for what to keep, I will definitely keep my one shoulder dresses like this great Missoni floral dress, the one shoulder is so sophisticated, that you never go wrong in them. For jewelry, I chose this beautiful Sazingg wooden necklace with little diamonds... what a delicate piece!  And for print I had to choose this great Christian Louboutin heels that are my favourite animal print look.  I still have my Sergio Rossi leopard print heels since more that 7 years and they look as if I bought them yesterday. That is what I call a Timeless Vintage piece.

To store is a very difficult task, but someone has to do it, right? I definitely think that whatever you have in your closet that has a hole or looks like a keyhole you should put it in your closet, or save it for when you go to the beach.  Stow away the Raffia bracelets for now, as well as the script t-shirts with symbolic writing.

Have a great weekend. 

Pump it up!

There is nothing more amazing then a great pair of pumps!

I must confess that I suffer a great deal with my feet, and because of that I’m constantly looking for that perfect comfortable chic shoe. For me, I have found that Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Miu Miu, Pedro Garcia, Gucci, Sergio Rossi, and Castañer shoes and a few other designers have that perfect fit just for me.

There are shoes that are meant to be worn for show, some are for evening, some are just for your girlfriends, and some are just for dancing. I believe the pump is that shoe that can take you to that next level... from work to evening, and from dinner to dancing.

Here are some of my favourite pumps, to pump it up day and night.

First  row from left to right: Balli platform pumps, Giuseppe Zanotti  glitter court shoe, Burberry Prorsum black leather platform pumps, Emilio Pucci navy suede metal toecap stiletto pumps, Michael Kors grey suede pointed-toe pump, Stuart Weitzman leather platform pumps.

Second row from left to right: Christian Louboutin black suede platform with zip detail, Christian Louboutin glitter sling back peep toe pumps, Valentino suede diamante embellished peep toe pumps, Miu Miu honey tone leather pumps, and Alexander McQueen skyscraper evening peep-toes.

Third row from left to right: Gina bianca crystal shoe, Christian Louboutin light gold mirrored calf leather pumps, Acne black leather platform pumps, Bottega Veneta leather pumps, Kors Michael Kors suede camel pump. 

Sneak peek @ Milan fashion week

During the Milan Fashion week, designers like Bluemarine, Emilio Pucci and Versace, were the ones that gave us the most colourful palettes for the next prêt a porter spring/summer season. The fabrics were very soft’s, and prints were discreet compared to New York and London.

Among the colours that we could see the most in Milan were blue, yellow and nude. Giorgio Armani presented his entire collection in different blue hues.

My favourite shows were Aquilano Rimondi, Emilio Pucci, Etro, Fendi, Luisa Beccaria , Maurizio Pecoraro, Missoni, Roberto Cavalli, Trussardi and Versace.

After watching the show I would recommend that you keep the following items for the next season, according to the Milan Fashion Week: Booties will continue but more in nude, shoulders won’t be as strong as this season, but some designers still have them, Very high platform peep toe shoes, high waited pants and skirts, Silver and light grey.

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Wardrobe that Works

One of the things we women spend more time every single day is dressing for work, for a dinner, for a party no matter where we need to be, we spend a minimum of one hour of the day that is not counting the time we take to do our hair, and our makeup...

I wanted to you give you 5 different alternatives to help you choose what to wear for work. The general look is very business executive, because I have always believed that is better to be over dresses then under dresses no matter the occasion.

I believe this is a good guide on what to wear, alternating between one day pants, and one day skirt or dress which will facilitate that change you always want to achieve. I personally recommend to lay your cloths the night before, that way you don’t have to try the entire closet the next morning in a hurry and sleepy.

For those of you that work in a more relaxed environment and don’t need to be too dressed up, I also recommend you this guide, just replace pants for darker jeans, (blue or black)  and the skirt can be replaced by a day dresses. I deeply advise you to always have a jacket and nice accessories to dress up a bit more; you never know who can walk in and ask for a meeting.

Remember that your looks will always reflect on how people will perceive the company you work for, you are the image of the company, therefore you most look good.

Monday:  willow wool zip detailed jacket,   Isharya's 18-karat gold plated bangles, YSL black ribbed bodysuit, Michael Kors cropped black stretch pants, Lanvin crystal ribbon necklace, Giuseppe Zanotti suede leopard print wedges. 
Tuesday: Stella McCartney vanilla detailed sleeve short coat, Toy watch jelly strap watch, Fendi grey merino wool logo belt pullover, by Malene Birger black bowia stretch bow belt, Clements Ribeiro multicoloured silk lynx print skirt, Christian Louboutin caramel patent leather peep toe pumps, Fendi peekaboo degrage bag. 

Wednesday: Dolce & Gabbana grey tailored single breasted suit with brown toned pinstripes, Alexis Bittar earrings, Missoni mohair blend fringed scarf, Marni glitter flower necklace, Christian Dior cap sleeved belted knot, Christian Louboutin peep toe platform. 

Thursday: MARC BY MARC JACOBS - High collar military jacket, Emilio Pucci oval crystal embellished acetate sunglasses, Bounkit lapis lemon quartz necklace, DKNY bi colour jersey and twill sleeveless dress, Jonathan Aston black sweet roses lace footless tights, Bottega Veneta large veneta entrecciato bag, Sazingg ring. 

Friday: Nicole Romano fringed rosette earrings, Elizabeth and James plum blouse, Stella McCartney's gray slouchy faux suede boots, Felipe Oliveira Baptista flat front narrow pants, 3.1 Phillip Lim grey lamb sherling vest, HTC studded belt.

Have a great weekend!