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Deep Blue Something

Fall 2013 shows had many looks with colors that fell into the blue-purple family, from periwinkle to acai. These are some of my favorite looks from the Fall 2013 runways.  3.1 PHILLIP LIM,  TOPSHOP UNIQUE,  CHRISTIAN DIOR KENZO, DSQUARED2 VICTORIA BECKHAM, BCBG MAX AZRIA, CHLOE VICTORIA BECKHAM, JASON WU, ALICE+ OLIVIA TOPSHOP UNIQUE, MIU MIU…

Gradient Garden

This is a gorgeous gradient rose garden themed editorial with a luxe, dreamy and sensual vibe. A dreamy and colorful color palette makes this editorial an eye candy.  Dreamy satin-like shades of yellows, oranges, purples and nudes remind us of luxe moody rose gardens. Pieces with delicate flowy details such as pleats, layers or drapes mimic…

Sparkle in Swarovski – Atelier Swarovski Spring / Summer 2013 collection

Thanks to Swarovski for inviting me to view their sparklingly beautiful Spring / Summer 2013 Atelier Swarovski collection and introducing me to this gorgeous collection with unique and exclusive designs by some of my most favorite designers in the world including Christopher Kane, Nicholas Kirkwood, Vanessa Seward, the iconic Diana Vreeland and Stefano Poletti. While I couldn’t make it to…

Hair Inspiration for Spring – Do The Twist

Effortlessly twisted hair is perfect for spring and summer. Messy or polished, this trend looks beautiful and fresh. Beautiful side sweeps or delicate braids can add splashes of romance, freshness and feminine feel to this style.  Alessandra Ambrosio and Jenny Packham SS 2013 Temperley London, Jenny Packham  Naeem Khan, Oscar De La Renta Nanette Lepore…

Fresh in Pastels

Pastels are perfect for spring with their soft, fresh and energetic vibe. Here are some of my favorite pastel looks from the spring runways to go with your easter spirit.  Wild and Creative Erdem, BCBG Max Azria, Balmain, Giambattista Valli, Christopher Kane, Giorgio Armani, Giles Stripes and Checks  Alexis Mabille, Fendi, Dries Van Noten, Alice +…

Black and White

Do you love the black and white trend?  This trend is fun to adopt and makes a simple yet strong statement. Details such as sheer panels, sharp new cut-outs, leather blocking, pleated hemlines and shots of new colors or patterns can induce a fresh jolt of uniqueness to this classic color combination. Here are some pictures…

Think Pink

Valentine’s day is gone but pinks are still appealing to many of us. These below pictures show a modern and sporty take on pink based looks with pinky pastels and fluro pinks combined with sheer panels, pleats, block prints, checks, stripes, pop florals, textures and feminine silhouettes. Fashiongonerouge – Elle Uk Vogue U.S – January…

Bee Fabulous

Do you like honeycomb and bee inspired designs? Many designers incorporated bee inspired motifs, patterns and structures into their Spring 2013 collections. Here are a few inspiring and buzz-worthy pictures from the spring runways.  Alexander McQueen Fendi Celine David Koma Temperley London Gucci Vera Wang From hair and clothes to bags and shoes, bee inspired…

Dream of Spring

Have you seen Blumarine’s spring 2013 campaign pictures with Anna Selezneva?  A very sensual and romantic campaign full of lightweight, flowy and sensual looks that are perfect to warm up your spring craving hearts. A stunning palette with dreamy pastels, soft flowing silhouettes and gorgeous details such as blooming floral prints, sheer and delicate inserts mimicking a…