I Spy: Metallic Pink

 

I was going through Tommy Ton's "Street Fighting Man" pictures on Style.com with the intent of finding pictures for a Gingham print post to some how mix in this post. however, I ended up falling in love with this woman's Burberry [Spring Summer RTW 2013] metallic pink trench coat while she was out enjoying Paris Couture Week. Perhaps it's because of my recent love of 80s styled Carrie Diaries show and girly obsession of all things pink. So I'll just leave my checkered post for tomorrow.

In addition, to the iridescent hologram Ray Ban sunglasses and chic envelope clutches - metallics are another lustrous upgrade to your classic daily look. I for one, have a very simple pair of silver pointy slingbacks that gloss up my formal LBD interview looks or casual Sunday boyfriend jean looks. So don't be afraid to add these futuristic eye-catching items to your wardrobe!

Trench Coat - Burberry [Spring Summer RTW 2013]

Metallic Leather Slippers - Nicholas Kirkwood

Lotus ring - Eddie Borgo

Now Trending: Druzy Stones

 

 
Jewelry Collection: “On The Rocks” by Nicaraguan designer, Karla Castillo
Photography: Silvio Balladares

 

Dark Blue Druzy Double Drop Post Earrings & Organic Interchangable Druzy Earrings by Brazilian Jewelry designer, Marcia Moran.

Both Latin American designers are living a parallel universe with their latest collections featuring Druzy Stones. The druzy stones is a gemstone (quartz crystal) that is usually dyed and available in different colors. They kind of remind me of the stones I would create when I was 7 years old with my awesome geology rock formation kit! #BigBang #Geek #FashionGeek LOL

Parallel Universe: Gucci and Vicente Castellon

before there was Vicente Castellon (Nicaraguan designer) there was Frida Giannini of Gucci - but before anyone saw the RTW 2013 collection by Gucci at Milan, we saw Vicente Castellon's SS13 collection debut at Nicaragua Diseña back in October 2012. great designers, think alike! no copyright issues here. #JustSayin

VC's subtle palette ss13 collection was inspired by an 70's Nicaraguan socialite (whom he rather not name) and Giannini's collection featured brighter Spring colors paging Marella Agnelli and Marisa Berenson. however, they both seemed to be inspired by the late 60s and early 70s and closed their collections with white provocative V-neck gowns and dramatic sleeves.

which ss13 collection do you like?

Models:

Gucci, Anja Rubik and Yulia Kharlapanova

Vicente Castellon, Nancy Lopez and Xiomara Blandino

Photos: 

Gucci, Style.com

Vicente Castellon, Jorge Mejia Peralta and Silvio Balladares

What I Wore: NYE Party

It's quite difficult to appreciate yet again my terrible pictures but I wore a black jumpsuit by BCBG MaxAzria to my NYE party on the Carnival Destiny cruise to Jamaica and Grand Cayman along with some basic black pumps by Elin Kling for GUESS Marciano and Forever 21 necklace.

What I Wore: the actual black BCBG jumpsuit - screen shot from BCBG website

 

my inspirations: Nanette Lepore SS13 RTW

my inspirations: former Harper's Bazaar Russia editor and current freelance writer, Miroslava Duma @ Paris Fall 2012 Haute Couture Street Style

more photos of Miroslava Duma: the street fashion 5xpro blog

my inspirations: MANGO campaign

 

my inspirations: model, Lina Zhang @ Paris Fall 2012 Haute Couture Street Style

before Chanel Haute Couture show

more photos of Lina Zhang: http://vanessajackman.blogspot.com

 

Quote: Joan Rivers

"I don't exercise. If God had wanted me to bend over, he would have put diamonds on the floor" 

- Joan Rivers

Christmas Wish List: Part 2

Christmas vacation starts this Saturday and Christmas Day is in 7 days! I couldn't be more excited to see my family and to only wish I could afford most of these gifts but hey! a girl can only dream on her blog.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL!

Louis Vuitton small handbag

BaubleBar bib

Gemma Redux

Auden Amelia II Earrings

Nicholas Kirkwood for Erdem Geometric-heeled Printed Silk-Covered Leather Pumps

ASOS look

 

Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

Random: Hair Props

awwwww thank you emergency compliment!

you're the best!

Personal Style: The Bow-Tie

I am not a personal fashion style blogger but every once and a while I like sharing my poorly edited personal style looks jajajajajjajaja. In this case, my new bow tie from the Forever 21 men's section and sheep sweater from Old Navy (tooooo cute!). The bow-tie is probably my favorite men's accessory and thanks to Masculin Feminin looks we girls are now pulling it off - the bow-tie has now crossed the border, become unisex and will not only be seen on Mr. Alber Elbaz of Lanvin, suave basketball players in shiny suits or delectable Chuck Bass (oooooooooooo0h Chuck!)

are you ready to cross-over?

Alber Elbaz | Lanvin | Creative Director

Chuck Bass | Gossip Girl

Darren Criss | Glee

photo via Street FSN blog

photo via lookbook.nu

photo via lookbook.nu

photo via lookbook.nu

photo via lookbook.nu

my look inspired by Holiday Style by Gayle ( J Crew Fashion Director )

black blouse with leather detail - Shantall Lacayo
gray sheep sweater - old navy
crystal statement necklace - J Crew
bow tie - forever 21 mens

Looks We Love | J Crew Holiday Style by Gayle

Inspiring: J Crew Holiday 2012

 

Yes, I am subscribed to J Crew. Seriously who would have thought I'd fall so deeply in love with J Crew? Perhaps it was Jenna Lyons.

The mix and match of glitter, plaid, bow ties, bold bright jewelry, and jeans just does it for me.

Add some unique pumps, over the shoulders blazer and black framed glasses - you've been Jenna'd.

Not only I am looking at J Crew and Jenna for some holiday inspiration but everyday work and job interview inspirations. It's classy, comfortable and fun.

Inspiring: Home Decor

Inspiring: Resort 2013

BCBG Max Azria | Resort 2013

 Azria's inspiration embodies the cultures India to Peru for the Tuscan jetsetter's of Hotel Il Pellicano through kimono-style dresses. A definite must have style for a true beach jetsetter.

BCBG Max Azria | Resort 2013

Balmain | Resort 2013

Balmain's Olivier Rousteing was inspired by Miami. Not only by the South Beach colors (yellow, peach, and mint) but by the Latin culture that makes Miami, "el pequeño latinoamerica".

"I'm mixed race, too," 

"so it was beautiful to see the connection between Cuba and the U.S. there."

"Fun, happiness, and hope"

Just Cavalli | Resort 2013

Cavalli was inspired by India, hip-hop culture and the Garden of Eden - accented with his signature animal prints.

Just Cavalli | Resort 2013

The following looks are just a few looks that are bound to inspire my holiday looks while out in Miami and the Caribbean. However, I am set to wear a black pantsuit/romper/overall look. I'm aiming towards a sleek chic look to ring in the the new year.