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

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

peach roseMuch 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!).

rose gold accessories1. 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: Stop Traffic

By |July 5th, 2012|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

kirsten smith nycOkay, let’s be serious, I’ve never been accused of being the type of beauty who could stop traffic, but it was fun to pretend.  And sometimes, a pair of fabulous shoes and leather shorts are all it really takes to get the brakes pumping.   I love the contrast of pairing rocker like leather shorts with a clean tailored white blouse.  The contradictions continue with the styling of hair in a tousled top knot and strapping on studded sandals.  You may not stop traffic, per se, but you’re sure to turn a few heads.

studded sandals top knot

new york city graffiti

whydid 8th avenue graffiti

nyc street artsunglasses: Ray Ban Wayfarer, shirt: American Apparel, shorts: (similar here), sandals: (similar pricey, similar purse friendly), bag: Balenciaga

 Remember to look both ways before crossing the street.

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Bus Stop Blues

By |March 13th, 2012|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

denim shirtWe’ve all been there.  You know, enjoying the nightlife  a little too much and having to face the consequences when the sun rises.  In college we called them “shackers.”  There’s nothing worse than having to evacuate the scene of the crime in last night’s LBD, stilettos, and authentic bed head.  The walk of shame doesn’t have to be so shameful though.  Keeping a pair of sunglasses in your bag and using a little imagination can keep you from looking like Pretty Woman when the morning comes.  Borrowing a simple button down shirt and belt can create a super chic shirtdress in no time flat and no one will be the wiser.  (Own that big hair though, girl).

denim bus stop

denim shirt detail

denim shirt bus stop

oliver peoples sunglassesshirt: borrowed, belt: borrowed, sunglasses: Oliver Peoples, boots: Kors Michael Kors, bag: Balenciaga, bracelets: Alex and Ani

denim shirt dress1. Current/Elliot The Sarah Denim Shirt Dress, $126, 2. 2 Lips Too Capture Booties, $58.99, 3. Oliver Peoples Daddy B Sunglasses, $325, 4. Perry Ellis Reversible Belt, $42.50, 5. Balenciaga Arena Classic Town, $1,445

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: Pastel Me, Please.

By |March 5th, 2012|Setting the Mood|

pastel inspiration

Second to the clean crisp contrast of black and white, pastels are my favorite shades in the rainbow.  I think it’s because they remind me of the sky right before sunset (you know, when the sky looks like a big bowl of sherbet).  There’s nothing I love more than a good sunset… well, almost nothing.  And just like clockwork, pastels are making a huge comeback for spring.  From soft mint, to sweet lavender and blushy pinks, all the colors of the evening sky are showing up on everything from denim to handbags.  I love the look of monochromatic head to toe pastels, but if you want to add just a touch to your look, try incorporating accessories or just simply nail polish to remain on trend without feeling like an easter egg.

pastel accessories Balenciaga Arena Giant Rose Gold City, $1,895Essie Mint Candy Apple, $8Nanette Lepore Gossip Floral Print Shorts, $198, See by Chloe Suede Round Toe Pumps, $290

xx,

WhyDid

The List Volume LXV

By |March 2nd, 2012|The List|

broken chains
Ever have one of those weeks where it seems like nothing is working?  It’s like everywhere you go, everything you do… something is broken.  It’s enough to make even the most well adjusted individual go a little bit cuckoo.  It seems you just can not catch a break… or maybe you’ve caught too many?

  1. Breaking the ice.
  2. Breaking a nail a mere fifteen minutes after a fresh manicure.
  3. Broken hooks in bathroom stalls leaving you with nowhere to put your purse and forcing you to hold onto your Balenciaga while you hover.
  4. Broken hearts.
  5. The train breaking down while you’re stuck underground and you’re sandwiched between a man eating a salami sandwich and a woman filing her nails.
  6. Broken stoplights causing complete and utter chaos ’cause no one has the good sense to take turns.
  7. Broken promises.
  8. Eyeliner breaking mid application sending shards of synthetic materials right into your retina… leading to tear stained cheeks and an appearance resembling that of a Cezanne watercolor
  9. Broken dreams.
  10. Being broke.

Well, if it ain’t broke…
xx,
WhyDid