LPD!!! the new LBD

This season’s new LBD (little black dress) is the LPD? (little purple dress)  I would go for the shiny materials rather than the matte shades.  With jeweled tones all the rage, shiny is better.  Purple has always been associated with royalty, so think of yourself as a princess in this slimming color.  .  Your Purple dress should be the main attraction, so try not to accessorize with the same shade. You don’t want to look like Barney the Dinosaur.   Black is your best bet for shoes or a clutch to go with the dress.  I wouldn’t match purple with green either… reminds me of the Joker from Batman.  K-I-S-S (keep it simple stupid) Black + Purple = fab combo for winter.

How to fold a scarf-Duh?!?!

A scarf adds that punch of color to an everyday look.  Stylists are either tying the scarf very close to the neck or leaning it open so it layers over your top or dress.  Here’s a step by step guide on how to get that skinny scarf effect.  I know, duh! But, seriously- this technique allows a nice clean look with a bit of a flare at each end of the scarf.

Neck Wear

Last year it was all about the long and skinny scarf.  This year’s trendiest look is a cocooned effect wrapped around the neck.  We all know of the – fold scarf in half and feed end through loop technique.-  So, with the scarves fuller and longer this year, we’ll see a lot of big loose knits layered over winter coats.  Another popular come back is the wrap around.  Please don’t mistake this with the poncho.  Please don’t.  A wrap around over a knitted dress- all the same color would make a great Christmas party outfit. And last but not least, the long silk scarf, loosely tied at mid torso.  Popular looks include big, bold prints –-think Photoshop paint brushes- or a solid color with a graphic design.

Paige Denim – the ultimate fit!

Why is it that most jeans are targeted for women who are a size zero?  Paige Adams-Geller had an idea to create a line of jeans that actually fit women.  I thought it was so clever of her to create an online interactive fit guide.  You go through a series of questions which then lead you to several jeans that would suit your body type.  Paige jeans are the new Seven’s or R&R’s, they are getting popular with celebrities such as Lindsay Lohan, Kristen Cavallari (Laguna Beach) and Christina Applegate.  Your best bet is to purchase the jeans online: http://www.paigepremiumdenim.com/ Click here to try the interactive FIT GUIDE: http://www.paigepremiumdenim.com/fit_guide/index.html

A Touch of Glam – sequined headband

A great way to add sparkle to your wardrobe would be with this sequined headband from Deepa.  Whether your hair is up in a high pony tail or down and straight, people will notice this shimmer to your winter do.

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How you say….

Abaeté: Ah-bye-ah-tay
Alejandro Ingelmo: Allay-handro In-gel-mo
Badgley Mischka: Badge-lee Meesh-ka
Bebe: Bee-bee
Bottega Veneta: Bo-tega Ven-e-ta
Bulgari: Ball-gah-ree
Burberry Prorsum: Bur-bur-ree Pror-some
Carolina Herrera: Caro-leena Hair-era
Christian Louboutin: Loo-boo-tin (“tin” rhymes with the French word “vin”)
Ermenegildo Zegna: Er-men-a-geel-do Zen-ya
Givenchy: Jhee-von-shee
Hermès: Air-mez
Hervé Léger: Air-vay Lay-jay
Lanvin: Lon-vin (“vin” also rhymes with the French word for “wine”)
Louis Vuitton: Loo-ee Voo-ee-ton
Moschino: Mo-ski-no
Monique Lhullier: Mo-neek Loo-lee-ay
Narciso Rodriguez: Nar-siss-so Ro-dree-gez
Nicolas Ghesquière: Ni-co-la Guess-ki-air
Pierre Cardin: Pee-air Car-dain
Ralph Lauren: Ralph Lauren (as in Lauren the girl’s name, not Sophia Loren)  
6267: Six-two-six-seven (not Sixty-two-sixty-seven)  
Tibi: Tbi (not Tee-bee) source: http://www.Flare.com 

Glitter Pump – Christian Louboutin

The sparkly shoe!  What are your thoughts on Christian Louboutin’s Glitter Pump?  They may seem like too much but for $690 I sure hope those sparkles stay on.  If you do decide to purchase this shoe or one that is similar.  Keep in mind that the shoe is the focal point, so keep your outfit simple and clean.  I would pair these with a pair of dark, cropped skinny jean and a jersey knit balloon sleeved sweater in deep grey.

ISO: Christmas Party Dress

I’ve came to the conclusion that I will not spend no more than $300 as I have no one really to impress at this party.  So, my search began at Richmond Center.   Surprisingly I walked out empty handed.  After talking to my best friend, Shelley, she had suggested either Zara or smaller shops along Robson Street.  So, off I went.  And again!  Nothing!  Being 27 years old I feel that majority of the stores target either the “young clubber” or the “I’m trying to look like a business woman” look.  I had a couple of dresses in mind, but everything seemed to be jeweled tome, balloon skirted, or just ugly!  I need a dress in 2 weeks.  I really wish I could sew 😦  

click here to see my choices so far: https://chichistyle.wordpress.com/2007/12/04/iso-christmas-party-dress-contd-4-days-left/

Swimco Goes Plaid

Swimco goes plaid!  In know, I know… it’s winter.  But, Swimco announced yesterday that they’ll be releasing a new line of plaid swim wear. We don’t see much of plaid for this season, but for Spring ’08 many designers have incorporated this once preppy and golfer pattern to their collections.  Swimco is Western Canada‘s leading swimwear retailer, with 13 stores and nearly 150 employees.  So, with that in mind I’m sure the plaid look will catch on.  I live in Vancouver so there really isn’t any competition when it comes to swim wear shops.  And, if a new look is showcased, there is no doubt people will buy it.

Perfect Holiday Outfit

With the holidays soon approaching it is imperative that we dress our best because it is our one excuse to get dolled up.  Whether it’s that get together with the girls or family reunions, we need that trendy yet functional outfit to wow our holiday guests.  My picks for this season would be a jeweled tone puffy sleeved blouse paired with a high waisted pant.  And, please don’t forget the accessorize.  I suggest a long gold coin necklace paired with thin loop earrings. And let’s not leave out the little details.  If you choose to wear heels without nylons or stockings, please remember to carry some nylon footsies in your purse.  Happy Holidays!