Top Ten May 2013

Natalie Weakly

    Natalie Weakly is an Image Consultant at Signature Style. She is absolutely great at helping clients project the best version of themselves through image and brand consulting.           Aegeia Eye Cream is a great choice if you're looking for an eye cream. I had some problems with dry skin on my eyelids that had persisted for almost a month and in one use this cream took care of the problem. In fact, I love the whole line of … [Read more...]

Become a garage sale master in six easy steps!

Garage Sale

Spring is here and that means garage sale season is in full bloom. Here are six tips to master your next garage sale. 1. Start with a list. There is a saying that our eyes are bigger than our stomach. This also holds true with garage sales. When we arrive at a garage sale, we may want more items than we really need. If you start with a list, not only will you stay on track but you will also save money on items you do not really need. 2. Scope out the sales the day before. Some sellers … [Read more...]

Is an Intervention needed?

Kathryn

Don’t get stuck in a fashion rut, especially if that fashion is listed in the Top Ten worst fashions of any decade. I have to laugh when I look back at old pictures of myself and see the ridiculous things that I proudly wore. Yes, I wore my hair just like the ladies in this photo!   I remember a certain ivory colored, belted shirt-dress that had HUGE shoulder pads. I think that I may have been almost as wide as I am tall in that dress. The shoulder pads had to be a good 8 inches … [Read more...]

Spring Fashion: Carol Anderson by Invitation

CAbi Thin Mint Jeggings (2)

CAbi has created one of their best spring collections this year! CAbi, Carol Anderson by Invitation, is a clothing line sold via consultants and in-home fashion shows in a similarly to Stella & Dot and Noonday Collection.  A friend of mine, Veronica Peckham, is a CAbi consultant and I have purchased many pieces throughout the years.  I continually receive compliments and love the trend right, yet classic quality pieces. If you have tried to scope out pieces online before a home show or … [Read more...]

Designer to Know | Mathieu Mirano

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...]

Feel “red hot” this Valentine’s Day

Anthropologie Alva Lace Pencil Skirt, Modcloth Scotty Dress, J. Crew Matchstick Jean

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and whether you are celebrating with your significant other, best girlfriends or in a peaceful bubble bath for one... you are sure to be feeling “red hot” with these looks! The Alva Lace Pencil Skirt from Anthropologie is sure to make an impact without denting your pocketbook. Priced at only $88, this skirt is the perfect Valentines treat for yourself. Pair with a white tank top or blouse and you are ready for a night out on the town. The … [Read more...]

Designer Spotlight | Kendra Scott

Kendra Scott Color Bar1

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...]

Top Ten February 2013

Michele Sanders

   Michele Sanders 832-328-6704 Michele M. Sanders Insurance Services MicheleMSanders.com  She is not only VERY good at what she does, she's also sweet and a lot of fun to hang around!   024 Grill   Located inside Westin Hotel Memorial City   The Bento Box at lunch time is delicious! Elaine Turner Business Card Case Think Valentines gift for the business woman in your life! We've tasted another yummy flavored Vodka! Smirnoff Kissed Caramel … [Read more...]

Peplum- runway to real way

peplum blouse

Bargainistas- it is time to do some shopping! Peplum is making a comeback and becoming a must-have piece in any woman’s wardrobe. But what exactly is peplum? Peplum is a piece of fabric that is gathered or pleated at the waistline of a garment.You can find peplum on blouses, jackets and dresses and in many different colors. Although you can’t go wrong with a peplum dress, peplum blouses are making their mark on the runway. At Fashion Houston, Monique Lhuillier showed peplum blouses on … [Read more...]

Unveiled | 200 Years of Wedding Glamour

200 years of wedding glamour

Unveiled, the exhibit, opened its doors in Perth, Australia in collaboration with London's Victoria and Albert Museum after appearing in Singapore. The exhibit displays wedding gowns from the 1800s up to recent fashion icons Gwen Stefani and Dita Von Teese. The wedding gallery, on display in Perth until March 24, is complete with an optional high tea at the entrance of the exhibition. I had the opportunity to cover the event and to get a sneak peek of the exhibit as one of the first fashion … [Read more...]