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Paris Couture Fashion Week 2013

24 Jan

With Paris couture fashion week coming to an end today, I must admit I feel like I’ve watched a fairy tale unfold before my eyes.  This particular fashion week which solely concentrates on haute couture pieces from fashion designers around the world, is my favorite of all fashion weeks.  I look forward to the opulent, magical, detailed pieces that come down those Parisian runways.  These are the most beautiful creations in the fashion industry all in one place; all in one week (4 days technically).  The craftsmanship is absolutely impeccable as the designers pull out all the stops to see their “dream” creations come to light.  One of these dresses can take over 2,000 hours of work to create. While many designers showcased their collections, I had four favorites- Valentino, Elie Saab, Giambattista Valli and Zuhair Murad.  These designers lived up to my ultimate fashion dreams of Paris couture fashion week!  Just beautiful!!!!!

My favorite creations………

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The Two Must Have Colors For 2013!!!

22 Jan

What are the “it” colors for 2013?????  I can’t choose just one!  The two colors that I won’t be able to live without are Emerald and Lilac!!!! So many of my favorite fashion moments have included at least one of these colors , if not both!  Emerald has always been a go to color  in my wardrobe but I’m really making room for lilac this year and am very excited about it.  If you’re not big into color you can start by adding a shoe or clutch to your outfit or adding these colors into your makeup regimen. If you love color, go crazy with it-  The more the merrier!

Some colorful inspiration…..

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Find Your Perfect Spring Shoe!

20 Jan

Spring is around the corner and although we are all freezing right now, we should start thinking about Spring wardrobe options.  Every Spring I have a go-to heel that I wear constantly  and this Spring I will be turning to my black & white heel!  This effortless combo can be paired with dresses, jeans, shorts etc. and looks great with colorful prints as well. Black & white will be HUGE this Spring and here are 3 options for you to shop!

 

 

Nine West ‘Acre’  $89 available at Piper Lime.Acre

 

Nine West ‘Goulding’ $89 available at Zappos.

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Nine West ‘Ferdinand’ $89 available at Zappos.

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Fabulous Friday Finds!( all under $20)

18 Jan

Happy Friday Fashionistas!!!! Here are some affordable finds for you to shop.  Have a great weekend!

 

1. Linen cardigan $14.99 2. Leopard print linen T $14.99 both available at Zara.

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3. Ribbed long fingerless gloves $19  4.  NYX lip gloss trio $10 both available at Nordstrom.

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5. Magic wallet $14.99  6. Long sleeve V neck T $14.99  7. Nail polish $8.99 all available at  JCrew.

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Beautiful Wedding Dress!

17 Jan

This Ralph Lauren silk dress with beaded bib is absolutely stunning! Image

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Instagram Roundup!

15 Jan

Hello again fashionistas!  I have my weekly Instagram roundup for you.  Thanks for all the positive feedback, I will keep this as an ongoing thing.  I’m glad you like it.   Here are some of my “grams” from the past week. Cheers…….find more pictures on Instagram @Yourstylejourney.

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Golden Globes Red Carpet ( Including My Best Dressed Pick)

14 Jan

Let’s get right into it……… Here are my favorite looks of the night leading up to the show stopping BEST DRESSED!!

Maria Menounos- simply gorgeous

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Nicole Richie- I love the old Hollywood vibe and the clutch is to die for

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Julianne Hough- I love the rocker meets princess dress and the edgy hair.  Great matching manicure and clutch as well.

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Nancy O’Dell- she stunned in this body hugging blue gown, LOVED it!

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Kaley Cuoco- This beautifully tailored gown is so feminine and pretty and I love her unexpected dark lip and matching manicure.

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Helen Mirran- She looks pretty amazing in this figure flattering black and gold number

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Jennifer Garner- I love this beautiful strapless scarlett sparkler on her

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Kerry Washington- This nude and sheer dress is so pretty with such gorgeous detail throughout

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 Golden Globes Best Dressed 2013…… 

Kate Hudson in a show stopping embellished Alexander McQueen gown and fresh faced makeup!!!!!  I have no words!  AMAZING!  That neckline, that flash of skin, that belted waist!!!!! This dress IS EVERYTHING!!!!!!!

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Prabal Gurung for Target!

13 Jan

The time has come……another Target designer collaboration is upon us! We’ve known about this one for a while but now we have pictures to drool over!  Let me start by saying this one will BE BIG…..Missoni big!  The collection is very wallet friendly ($14.99 for earrings–$199 for a leather jacket) and the pieces are super cute with a feminine aesthetic that includes a palette of bright colors, florals and some color blocking.  Although the collection is launching mid Winter, it is oh -so Spring!!!! There are pieces for everyone including separates, dresses, shoes and accessories. Mark your calendars now, seriously!  February 10th is the day this 80+ piece collection will hit your local Target stores!

Here are some of my favorites Photos: Courtesy of Target

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Jennifer Lawrence Stuns in Prabal Gurung Dress!

11 Jan

Jennifer Lawrence looked amazing in a black draped gown from Prabal Gurung’s pre-fall 2013 collection at the 2013 Critic’s Choice Awards. WOW WOW WOW!  I love the neckline of this belted dress and her makeup & side-swept updo are gorgeous!  Her red lips and nails were icing on the cake!  Lawrence accessorized with a Roger Vivier bag, Chopard jewelry, and Jimmy Choo heels.

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Fabulous Friday Finds (All under $20) The Watch Edition

11 Jan

Happy Friday fashionistas!!!!!  Here are some fabulous Friday finds for you to shop- The watch edition! and YES they really are all under $20! Less expensive should never mean less exciting! I’ve been seeing tons of reasonably priced cute watches lately and I’m going to share my favorite on trend styles with you!  These watches can be worn alone or added to your favorite stacks and arm parties!

If you’ve been eyeballing a certain style but can’t afford it…this post is for YOU!  If you can afford a pricier piece but just want to experiment with something cute and affordable… this post is for YOU!  As the self-proclaimed queen of the high low mix- I can assure you these watches can blend right in with the best of them!

 

1.Boyfriend watch in rose, gold or silver tone. $18 at Nordstrom. 

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2.Black & gold watch $18 at Nordstrom.

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3.Dual time zone watch $18 at Nordstrom.

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4. Studded double wrap watch $18 at Nordstrom.

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5. White sporty watch $19.99 at Target.

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6.Bone or tortoise watch $14.99 at Target.

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7.Gunmetal watch (black face)$16.99 at Target.

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8. Croco watch in navy, white or brown $14.99 at Target. * sorry about the blurry white watch, but it’s too cute to leave out!

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