My Styling for Local Magazine Online Now!

Check out more images like this, from Oro Valley Marana magazines website.  I am so excited to have pieces that I have styled online now!

Kim Kardashian dashing out of boutique style to online selling

I just heard Kim Kardashian (the founder & CHIEF STYLIST) state on Larry King Live that she just launched a new online shopping site, Shoe Dazzle this month!  The site is all about offering affordable, yet amazing shoes.  I think this is a smart move...although I think a well made, designer shoe and handbag can make anything you wear look like a million dollars, a girl has to have options...so keep the basics designer and take the trend to to Shoe Dazzle so you can get as many as your closet needs to make each look perfection!  The catch, there is a monthly fee of $39, but that goes towards the pair of shoes you get each month...it's like a shoe club where you really don't have to do any work.  You fill out a survey, let the stylists know what you love and then, each month they will present you with new styles they think you will love and then, you get one of the pair for the $39 you paid that month.  Pure genius!  

Carine Roitfeld on CNN Revealed part 1

Carine Roitfeld on CNN Revealed part 2

Carine Roitfeld on CNN Revealed part 3

Holiday

I will be away on holiday in DC for about a week...I will try and drop a few lines via my phone or on the computer if I have time while I am gone...but, just know I will be back with some good stuff from the East Coast:)  Keep looking out!

xoxoxoxo

Fashionalities 

Storefront: ILORI

I fell in LOVE with these sunglasses while passing this store, walked in and just fell in love with the whole concept of the store.  I guess Ilori, the stylish sunglass boutique looks to a style icon each month to focus on for the "must have" item of the week.  These beautiful shades are by Nina Ricci and they are my next HAVE TO HAVE sunglasses!  But, I know that now that I have found this stylish sunglass boutique I will fall prey to a new need for sunglasses more than I usually do...Also, this store is not online:(  But, they have stores throughout the U.S..

Sony VAIO P-Series sponsors William Tempest show at London Fashion Week

I can't decide if I want a laptop or a netbook...hmmm....

Teaser — Carine Roitfeld on CNN: Revealed | Anna Wintour, Karl Lagerfeld, Mario Testino | fashionologie

Teaser — Carine Roitfeld on CNN: Revealed | Anna Wintour, Karl Lagerfeld, Mario Testino | fashionologie

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Valentino: The Last Emperor (2009) (Trailer) (HD) (CE)

View the magical world of high fashion...attend this cinema reality, and say farewell to a fashion icon, legend, master piece.

Vibe Vixen Magazine Reemerges!

I just found out from Urban Girl Love that Vibe Vixen is in the works to make a comeback!  I have found them on twitter and, of course their site...check it out!  I can't wait to see it on newsstands again!

How Can You Say No To This Contest?

I feel like you lose by not trying...ShopStyle and Net-a-Porter have teamed up to giveaway contest a designer bag every week for the month of March...we still have a couple more tries...so, try this week for a Mui Mui bowling stye handbag and a Mui Mui wallet...both are soo cute!  Crossing my fingers:)

xo

Fashionalities

Where Have All the Magazines for Young Black Women Gone?

Well, I thought all were gone when Honey, Vibe Vixen, and Suede disappeared instantly...but, there are many options online and I want to make sure everyone has the opportunity to flip through the pages.  I have always thought that black women have the most exceptional style and carry themselves with this type of swagger that I just love.  So, be influenced by these magazines and hopefully, one day, when the economy is better, they will print and we can devour them in our homes:)

Clutch Magazine

Honey Magazine (has been resurrected and is currently just online.)

Lavish Magazine

My recent stint as a "neck" model:)

I usually just style shoots, but when the time comes and they need me, I am there:)

And so it seems nothing is coming to Tucson...

Looks like I am about to become a new online shopper...not because I don't like going to stores, but because no where in Tucson is getting what I want...I went to Wal Mart today to find that they haven't received any of the Norman Kamali items...and there are some fab new items and the prices are all BELOW $20!  I am not sure if these are going to be true to size or run large like the majority of Wal Mart items...I don't know, but I am getting my card out right now and getting ready to get some pieces:)  I just did a search and found more info on what will be at Wal Mart this spring for NK.

Jipped

In the past few days I have learned that where I live is kept me from having hands on access to things...I guess online is still there for some of these things...but I want to try on and see if it's really what I want..apparently you need to live somewhere metropolitan to want the Go International McQueen line or any of the guest designer items...I also found out yesterday to get my speedy bag monogrammed I needed to live in LA, NYC, Miami etc....is this what the recession is doing? Limiting access to things?

Miss Dior Chérie - 45s official version HD - long version

Thank you for directing such a marvelous piece Sofia Coppola:) I love this commercial!

COCO AVANT CHANEL - Audrey Tautou - la bande-annonce du film

Fashion+Drama=A Masterpiece...I can't wait to watch this next month! Thanks to Fashionologie, everyone is talking about this...I read about this on NY Mag's email blast and Glamour Magazine's Fashion blog...

More Options With Shop It To Me That Make It Even Easier To Find What You Want

Shop It To Me keeps updating and giving users more options.  Instead of having to wait for an email, or having to go through each of your emails to find the brand or style you need in a rush---just sign up to your account and choose exactly what you are looking for.  I just did it and looked for Dresses by Tracy Reese, Rachel Pally, and DVF...then, voila there are all of my matches with no stress....so, ladies and gentlemen, for a stress free shop experience online that includes great prices---check out Shop It To Me...the place that listens to what you need and makes it happen.

brazilets: Make 3 Wishes Come True and Be Fashionable 2

I just got the cutest bracelets today from a store called Sigis...These bracelets are called, Brazilets...the owner wrapped the bracelet around my wrist twice and then tied the knot three times and told me I had 3 wishes to make on the tags I received when purchasing the accessory...I wear these day and night--in shower, etc...and when the bracelet comes off, the wish should come true:)  I just love the colors I chose, and then I realized that the company also gives really great names for the colors: Iris, Flamingo (one of my fave animals) and Mango (my fave fruit).  I didn't even realize these colors until I got home...I just liked the colors---but, they truly reflect me:)  So, lets see if any of these wishes come true...until then, I think these are just another great way to layer my bracelets and add color to everything I wear:)  Oh and the price, $5 each:)  And a portion of the proceeds from these bracelets goes towards benefitting brazilian rain forests... 

Shopping Test...LV Monogram

I am test driving something I read about in the Style.com newsletter today...My heart basically jumped out of my body when I saw the picture...LV's have the same monogramming that my dream Goyard has...I text a fashion friend of mine that works at LV and inquired about the price...she says that it would be free...she wasn't familiar with doing the bag, but she said the wallet would be FREE!  I am taking it in tomorrow, of course...no delay and having it done....NR here we come:)hahahah  I think I will wait to do the letters on my Goyard once that happens;)

Sign Up Today and Be Apart of a New Fashion Experience: FashionAir

I just read about FashionAir on my daily New York Magazine email and I am soo excited...sadly, I did not get the invite to view the site before everyone, but I had to share with everyone that LOVES fashion as much as me to sign up for the site now so you will not have to wait...I am soo in love with fashion TV that we had to have Direct TV just to get the Style Network...this is going to be fab!

Lets see if we will be able to breathe after we get a dose of this new air:)

Slowly Stepping Into Spring The Right Way

In most places the weather is starting to slightly change...and we are all excited about the spring trends after the New York Fashion Week and reading about spring styles everywhere...now, we are also starting to see spring merchandise on the floors of our favorite boutiques and department stores...here is a way to keep warm, but start exploring the fashion trends...

Asymmetrical tops...now, dresses are the styles we are seeing everywhere...and in every magazine, but we are not ready for that just yet...so, instead, wear an asymmetrical blouse with jeans or trousers to fall into place.

The trench is a classic item that every woman should own to keep herself warm, but not too warm for the spring weather.

Finally, in most places, it is not warm enough to be wearing sandals yet, so keep warm, but take the boot to an ankle length to start falling into the right season:)  Stuart Weitzman is known to be one of the best American designers that knows how to fit a woman's foot.

Complete ANY Look This Season With a Jacket

It looks like even though we will start getting into the warmer weather of spring and then summer, the jacket trend has emerged.  You would usually think that jackets/blazers would emerge with full force for the fall and winter...but, this is a fun trend that I think can be worn the entire year.  

This week, Who What Wear Daily and Net-a-Porter NOTES have showcased this trend for fashionistas to be inspired and know where to find the seasons MUST-HAVE:)

I have a jacket and a dress that I can use to remake this look...I just need to edge of the jacket like this...I just love the way they paired this jacket with a print dress...adds some edge to what would usually be styled in a preppy look.I love how the broach on the jacket sets up the entire look.This season I am all about these color combinations.  
Cover Star at NET-A-PORTER.COM

Harlem Heights Tights

I was living for the bright tights that the girls of Harlem Heights were sporting on this weeks episode which you can check out on the BET site.  I found bright hued tights with added design on my Shop It To Me site!  Sign up today to receive all the sale items of the brands you love!  (Tights are by Free People and only $19.95!)

At the All Star Weekend in Phoenix extravaganza I saw nothing but AMAZING styling at the Scottsdale Fashion Mall.  I wish I would have taken more pictures, but I was with friends I hadn't seen in ages and that was my focus:(  But, a trend I kept seeing repeating was something similar to the tights that I am sharing here...printed leggings worn with short dresses, tunics etc...it was HOT!  I just recently saw a pair of blue tie dye leggings from Target that I have to have and I thought I would share with everyone:)  

Here is the Link for the Fashion Show I Did Last Friday

I figured I would share  glimpse into what I do since we were able to get a videographer at the event...this is Stems a Shoe Boutique annual spring fashion show, Take a Step on the Wild Side.  I should have a video by March 28th posted that I did on how to walk in heels:)

xo

Fashionalities

Makeup Masterpieces

Ok, I know everyone has probably seen this item in every mag you have picked up---and maybe that is why I decide I had to have it...but, I just received my Coralista by Benefit in the mail today and I am so excited!  This is the blush to have this summer!  It gives your skin the perfect glow with a color that is a mix of peach, pink and gold.  This is definitely my must-have for this summer.  I already have tabs on a couple of items I would like to try from Benefit now...I will keep everyone updated:)  BTW--sign up on the Benefit site today and receive 10% off your next purchase!

Another must-have this summer is Revlon...After I found out that Walgreens had buy one get one free for Revlon I rushed over and purchased the kohl eye liner with a smudger (works wonders) and a coral lip gloss for the summer...like I said, coral is my color of choice for this summer:)

I also read about the 3D Mascara on Who What Wear Daily and decided I had to test it out...I would only give the mascara **...I don't feel like my lashes look any longer and I think that the product is really clumpy which I do not like...I like length and thickening, but not goopy:) 

Keeping It Real: Calling All Girls 5'7 and below: Yes---this is your chance to be on ANTM!!!!!!!!

Tyra is innovative and thinks outside the box...I am so excited to say that she has gone beyond looking for different looking beautiful (tall girls) and plus size (tall) models to now ladies who are not the expected height for a model...I applaud her for this and I can't wait to see the potential of this season...You have to keep in mind, a lot of the celebs that do the ads in the mags we see and on commercials are not that tall...I am not sure if she is going to do runway with the shorter models...but, I imagine that if they are wearing high enough heels and can work it, it will all work out...so AUDITION, please!  Check the site now because auditions start as early as March 7th! 

Speaking of plus size models....Forever 21 is now offering plus size clothing called, Faith 21!  Really exciting!  I can never seem to fit their pants---now, I might have a chance!!!!!!!  Or, they will need to come up with something for the middle:)

DVF Overload~in a good way:)

I am reading the Assouline biography on DVF-written by Andre' Leon Talley, she is all over The City, and she is running all things fashion...but, she also gets to make a statement on Saks.com.  Check out the video here to find out what her inspiration has always been.  Everyone should own at least 1 DVF wrap dress...it's an essential for every wardrobe...I have decided that I need a wrap blouse for my wardrobe as well;)

Dashiki---this is the style for the day

I have made it my focus to find a dashiki on ebay since I am LOVING the Mara Hoffman style on Shopbop, but just can't afford it at this time...but, it looks like what I am finding on eBay is just as good....

Mara Hoffman---what started this search:)

Art House Vintage

Crochet Dashiki

Paisley Dashiki

Full Moon Loom

2 Weeks Only: Net-A-Porter Sale

Net-a-Porter's 40% off sale is only lasting for two weeks starting tomorrow and then will end...who wants to miss a chance of getting a great deal off of the best fashion site ever!?  Here are some of the items that caught my eye...

Plus, check out the new Net-a-Porter magazine edition tomorrow!  I LOVE Wednesdays just for that reason!!!!!

Underneath It All: Elle Macpherson Lingerie

I am in LOVE with all things Elle Macpherson has to offer in her lingerie line.  The website is an interactive magazine that is an intimate experience for your lingerie experience.  The editorials/image shots are so unique and unlike any lingerie site I have ever seen!

This season, the line is all about sexy, which of course, lingerie should be...but, there is a vintage feel to the sexy that isn't...trashy, to be honest...when I saw the line, I was refreshed.  I can feel sexy without feeling like a freak...I think that a complete look is all about having the right lingerie that fits, compliments what you are wearing and makes you feel sexy...maybe no one else will see what is worn underneath, but there is an air about a woman who wear the right undergarments.  

I got to test the product out and it is as good as it looks online---It's fabric is really soft and eco-friendly...and the prices for all of the products are also really easy on the wallet...I tried:

Procession- New Basic introduced for S'09. Releasing in Feb, but available year round

Color: jet (pictured), also available in Nude

Retail: $68 contour bra, $62 underwire, $30 bikini, $24 thong

Description: This eco-friendly style made from Bamboo Cotton and Sea Cell is super soft and easy to wear for everyday comfort. Available in a popular plunging contour bra for added shape.

Store credit: BareNecessities.com or Saks Fifth Avenue 

For everyday, no fuss lingerie, I am going to have to try Instinct...it just looks so comfy, but still has the demi cut that I think will make me rise to the occasion so matter what I am wearing.  Harmonies is also a really cute every-day look:)

I always recommend signing up for an email list on a site that you love the brand because you will get updates on sales or events which I think is VERY worth it:)  So, of course...I signed up today!

The New Fashion Game: Chicette

I LOVE this look---which is of course, Matthew Williamson...you have to check out the New York mag site, they have done some changes and it looks really good!

*My sister HATES this look---but, I think it is fun and it goes with the trend from the spread that I saw in the mag:)

I finally got to read Isaac Mizrahi's book, How to Have Style and I was so inspired.  Isaac is always ready to speak to women in every shape and at every price.  The biggest thing I took away from the book was to have fun with what you have---the whole package from your body to the clothes you already own.  I kind of already do this, but I wanted to share what I do with everyone.  Basically, I see something in a magazine, or even something someone is wearing that I see on the street and recreate the look with something I have at home.  It's a fun game to get you excited about what you already own instead of going out and always having to buy something new...which goes back to our new recessionistas:)

Review: Celeb Lines, DO or DON'T...You decide

I usually don't shoot down lines/brands, but recently I have stopped into some department stores and I have honestly been disappointed.  A couple of weeks ago, I finally stopped into Sears to check out the LL Cool J line that I had been hearing about developments for since I was at Saks...and yes, he was scoping out working with Saks I guess because P. Diddy had done the same...but, after seeing his line at Sears I really don't think that Saks would have accepted it...I think it is nice how LL developed the line wanting to share his fashion/styling with so many people...but, I don't think it really has much to it...And it is funny because he was recently on the E! network's Fashion Police show and he was sporting the clothing...I think what he should have done was stick to men's only...

Another let down...

Today, I finally ventured into JC Penney after watching Confessions of a Shopaholic and was sad about the Fabulosity line...I am very in to the show and all that Kimora is about...but, the line at JC Penney just does nothing for me...I think that urban lines really need to bring more to the style scope...It would be nice if you could actually find the items that are on the runway shows that she does...it's kind of like Heatherette...you never find the good stuff...

Target does looks for less, but there is still a variety of looks that fit a trend.

I also checked out the I (heart) Ronson line at JC Penney today and wasn't as moved as I thought I would be after all of the commercials that caught my attention...the prices are definitely nice, but besides that nothing really did it for me.

One thing I do have to share on a positive note is that I didn't know that Chip & Pepper had a line at JC Penney...the look was the tattered jeans that are in right now...the price was great, but they only came in flare and boot cut...something to check out though.