The Life Aquatic | Maldivian Style

June 13, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Green in Maldives

Take a dive into this summer's fashion; bright colors, solids and sheer fabrics align the summer trends for resort-ready wear. I took a trip to the Maldives to discover the true inspiration behind summer style. Dita Von Teese, Michael Phelps and Tony Parker are a few to name who have recently visited Rangali Island here in the Maldives. The local fashion scene amongst visitors is serene, lightweight and bright in color. The color scheme is turquoise, red, yellow, orange, green and pink - … [Read more...]

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Designer to Know | Mathieu Mirano

February 25, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Mathieu Mirano MBFW

Mathieu Mirano is a definite designer to know, especially for his work on the forefront this fall setting the trend with graphic precision and tailored black on black looks. The color palette consisted of black, light pink, and gold. Two pieces stood out in the fall collection presentation as a metallic blue completely set off the collection with a magnitude of sparkle that added an eye catching display to the mix of the Fall 2013 collection. The F13 collection consisted of clean lines, and … [Read more...]

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Designer Spotlight | Kendra Scott

February 4, 2013 by · 2 Comments
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Renowned jewelry designer Kendra Scott has made a name for herself and now has made a home to not one but two stores in the Houston area. How did we get so lucky? This amazing designer offers a one-of-a-kind in-house Color Bar. An exclusive addition to her Houston stores where, not only do you choose the jewelry silhouette design you want, but also the color you would like inside of it. This is an amazing addition to our typical jewelry shopping and a must if you're seeking out a unique … [Read more...]

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Designer Spotlight | Kim Barton

January 28, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Kim Barton

  Australian designer Kim Barton sets fashion forward trends with an intuition for setting the bar before it is even seen in other labels or brands. This season’s designs include an asymmetrical scalloped skirt and an elegant blouse with a crisscross neck wrap. This is exactly what caught my eye to make me pursue this label. I first saw Kim Barton featured on the runway at Perth Fashion Festival this fall and realized that she has what it takes to possibly be the next Kate Spade or … [Read more...]

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FASHION | NYE Apparel

December 30, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
New Year's Eve Fashion

Everyone has new hopes for a better self in the new year. The bar is raised to accomplish New Year's resolutions and endeavors. When the clock counts down, be dressed to the nines to introduce yourself to a new number, a new year and a new you. Standing out on New Year's Eve is just one task to pursue. Take the bar to a new height this year while pulling off the look of now. Encompassing hopes for a new year, everyone is dressed to the nines to greet the future in style. Most are not able … [Read more...]

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Melbourne Fascinators

December 28, 2012 by · 1 Comment
Derby Hats

    The Melbourne Cup celebrations took place all over Australia. Although the event takes place in Melbourne – fashionable attendees gathered in Perth to celebrate the horse races. A fashion must have for the races in Australia are like that of the Royal Wedding; posh apparel and of course a Fascinator – a lovely hat that is incredibly different than the grandeur size hats that we wear in Texas. The Fascinators are incredibly small and can be worn on either a headband or … [Read more...]

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Designer Spotlight | Betty Tran

December 25, 2012 by · 1 Comment
Betty Tran fashion show

  Betty Tran is a well-known designer based out of Perth, Australia. Her designs are sophisticated and elegant and cater to the fashionable women that are up-to-date with trends. Tran launched her store in Perth with the Lord Mayor, Lisa Scaffidi on hand. The Lord Mayor also wore an ensemble from the designer and made a speech to guests on how pleased she was to have Betty Tran represent their city of Perth. The new line is full of solids, staple pieces and elegant apparel with … [Read more...]

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Designer Spotlight | Steph Audino

October 30, 2012 by · 2 Comments
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Although Perth Designer Steph Audino is new to the fashion scene in Australia, she has already catered to the likes of Mel B ‘Scary Spice’ from the Spice girls, Giuliana Rancic, and the list goes on for Audino. A premiere designer featured in the Perth Fashion Festival, Steph Audino received a standing ovation – which isn’t common – after her designs hit the runway. New to creating designs to carry in local shops in Perth, I am sure that it will not be long until the designer is … [Read more...]

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3 Ways to wear a blazer this fall

October 26, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
Sleeveless dress with blazer

It is important to get the most bang out of your buck for today’s fashionista and living in Texas makes it easy to bargain as we almost only have one season of summer in our state. Here are 3 ways to wear a blazer to incorporate your summer staple pieces into fall as our weather starts to cool off a little. A sleeveless dress is always a must for the summer but as it cools down this fall, the blazer not only pulls the look together creating a sophisticated look – it keeps you warm and the … [Read more...]

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