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Why Did You Wear That: Right on Top of That, Rose.

By Kirsten|November 21st, 2012|Why Did You Wear That?|

Much like fabrics go in and out of vogue (corduroy, velvet, flannel), so do precious metals. There was a time when one might shudder to see someone wearing yellow gold and then roles reversed and sterling silver was anything but chic. However, there is another shade of shimmer that is most flattering on all skin tones. Yellow gold can be too warm while silver and platinum can be too cool, yet rose gold is the perfect in between shade for skin tones of plaster porcelain to dark chocolate. I’m not sure jewelry could be more feminine than when crafted from rose gold. I’ve even said that I’d like my next (yes, next) engagement ring to be rose gold. Hey, nothing wrong with planning ahead (sometimes referred to as “wishful thinking”). But until my perfect prince charming shows up on his perfect pony with a perfect piece of jewelry for my perfectly manicured ring finger, these rose gold accessories will just have to hold me over (and you too!).

1. CC SKYE Mirror Clutch, $275, 2. Oscar de la Renta Rose Gold Plated Tiered Clip-On Earrings, $180, 3. Shashi Lura Bracelet, $66, 4. Jules Smith Edie Knuckle Ring, $65, 5. Victoria Beckham Square Frame 18k Rose Gold Plated Sunglasses, $745, 6. Michael Kors Stainless Steel Chronograph Watch, $250, 7. Balenciaga Arena Giant Rose Gold Money, $555, 8. Pamela Love Rose Gold Dagger Necklace, $180, 9. Alexis Bittar Bel Air Druzy Ribbon Cuff, $245, 10. Alexander Wang Black Rocco with Rose Gold, $895

Some day my prince will come… til’ then, everything’s coming up roses.

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Let’s Make Beautiful Music Together

By Kirsten|November 19th, 2012|Celebrity Style, Red Carpet Recap, Why Did You Wear That?|

Another year, another round of award shows doling out little metal trophies to folks who may or may not deserve them. But the fun is not in who wins what as much as it is in who wears what. So, let the self tanner application, lapses in style judgement, and wardrobe malfunctions begin and let’s kick things off with last night’s American Music Awards.

While it’s been a while since I’ve tuned in, some things remain exactly as they did a year ago… and beyond. These include but are not limited to:

They’re still letting Chris Brown perform. Why they even let him out of his cage, I’ll never know, but this white girl won’t be dancing like it’s her birthday when his songs come on. Ever.
Jenny McCarthy is still hot.
You still can’t touch MC Hammer.
Christina Aguilera still wears leotards when she probably shouldn’t (but she can still sing like nobody’s business, so we’ll give her a pass).
Pitbull is still making songs that don’t make any logical sense in English or Spanish.
Crowding the stage with babes in bedazzled bustiers will still cover up any bad performance.
Taylor Swift is still singing about some boy who did her wrong in something that resembles a bad prom dress not like the La Femme prom dress that you can find online.
Nicki Minaj is still in need of a time out.
Pink could still kick your ass.
No Doubt is still as rad as ever.

And while it’s nice to have a bit of stability in your life, I’m a little concerned about America’s choices in music. Perhaps that’s a better indicator of the state of our nation? One thing that does seem to be changing is Justin Bieber’s voice (anyone else catch that?) which was quite clear after hearing him dedicate his win to the “haters” (he realizes he’s an eighteen year old 98lb white kid, right?). So, I decided I was going to come up with my own award categories that seem much, much more important:

Best Legs:

Color of the Evening:

Most in Need of a New Hairstyle:

So, let’s step it up, folks. We’ll consider this a “warm up.” A “rehearsal” if you will. Last time I checked, which was just now, my socks are still on, so no one particularly blew me away. Bring on the crazy… I’ve gotta have something to write about.

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Bright Like a Diamond

By Kirsten|November 14th, 2012|Why Did You Wear That?|

I haven’t spoken much about my last breakup, mostly because, well… who cares, right? But today, I will give you a tiny glimpse inside of what was a semi traumatic, yet equally character building experience… in the name of jewelry, of course. A couple of Christmases ago, I was gifted the most beautiful diamond earrings. I wore them all the time. Every day. Barely ever took them off unless they were in need of a good polish or I was getting my hair done…. which, in NorCal, didn’t happen very often because, again, who cares? Anyway, in the midst of a horrible fight (our very last fight), I left my earrings in my jewelry dish on the sink to prove a point. HA! Well, joke’s on me ’cause once I came home to retrieve the rest of my belongings, my beloved earrings had gone missing. When I questioned my ex about the whereabouts of my baubles, he informed me that they were being “cleaned” and one had a “loose stone” and he’d return them to me just as soon as they were back from the jeweler. Well, I never did see my ex or those earrings again. And since I had just moved cross country, spending a couple of grand on a new pair of diamond solitaires was just not in my fiscal plan.

I couldn’t leave my little earlobes naked so, I decided that I would buy a new pair of earrings for myself… a pair that I could afford. That pair of earrings happened to be black diamond studs and I love them more than my original earrings because they are mine. When people ask me about them, I just say, “Yep, they are black just like my heart.” So dramatic, I know. And I wouldn’t have it any other way.

There is no doubt that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, so if you’re in the market for a little somethin’ somethin’ for yourself that has a bit of edge and all the sparkle, might I suggest investing in some black diamonds?

1. Avenessi Black Diamond Cross Bracelet, $400, 2. Scott Kay Leather Bracelet, $295, 3. Diane Kordas 18K Rose Gold Necklace, $945, 4. Sterling Silver Black Diamond Hoop Earrings, $249, 5. Brian Danielle Black Diamond Icon Necklace, $230, 6. Kacey K Fine Jewelry Gold and Black and White Diamond Lip Earrings, $650, 7. Ilena Makri Black Diamond Love Ring, $770, 8. Majolie Rounded Black Diamond Ring, $567, 9. Lynn Ban Black Diamond Stud Earrings, $450, 10. 6.25 Carat Enhanced Black Diamond Necklace, $594.30, 11. 14K White Gold 1.5 Carat Black Diamond Studs, $169.99

xx,

WhyDid

WhyDid and Win: Scott Kay Sample Sale

By Kirsten|November 12th, 2012|Why Did You Wear That?|

Now that we have survived Halloween and a hurricane, the holidays are fast approaching and what better time to stock on some beautiful baubles for your loved ones than right now? Or if you’re a selfish little lady, maybe you’re going to need some extra bling for all of the fabulous holiday parties you’ll be attending. Fortunately for you, Scott Kay is holding an exclusive sample sale where you will save 70% (!!!) on fine jewelry including diamonds, platinum and one of a kind pieces. Starts on Wednesday, November 14th and will run until Sunday, November 18th. Yeah, you’re welcome.

Even if you are unable to get yourself to this fabulous sample sale, you can still enter for a chance to win these Scott Kay Cypress earrings ($195 value) by following WhyDid and Scott Kay on Twitter and retweeting this little message.

Good luck and happy shopping/tweeting (two things that actually go very well together).

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Fake It Til You Make It

By Kirsten|November 7th, 2012|Why Did You Wear That?|

Two of this fall’s hottest trends are fur and leather. Just about any store you walk into or any online shop you peruse will have a plethora of fuzzy and sleek options for your winter wardrobe. And as chic as some of these styles may be, perhaps you are completely appalled by the thought of wearing the skin of another to advance your fashion forward image. Have no fear, you can still be very much on trend while ensuring that all of God’s creatures keep their coats.

Fortunately, many designers and brands are well aware of the reluctance of consumers to purchase pelts and have come up with some equally stylish faux and vegan options. (Bonus– these faux options also happen to be a whole heck of a lot cheaper). So, in honor of Joanna Krupa (who is fast becoming a fan favorite for all the Housewives), here are ten fantastically faux fall fashions:

1.Free People Call of the Wild Reversible Faux Fur Vest, $168, 2. KARL Jane Metallic Faux Leather Jacket, $290, 3. DKNY Faux Fur Vest, $295, 4. Velvet Blush Faux Leather Jacket, $170, 5. 6 Shore Road Reversible Faux Fur Vest, $175, 6. KARL Saatchi Pleated Faux Leather Skirt, $175, 7. C&C Laser Cut Faux Leather Tee, $88, 8. ALICE by Temperley Liberty Faux Leather Skinny Pants, $330, 9. Blank Denim Faux Leather Leggings (not pants), $88, 10. Tbags Los Angeles Faux Leather Dress, $154