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Why Did You Wear That: Little Black What?

By Kirsten|June 14th, 2011|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

Every girl owns (or at least she should own) the perfect little black dress. But wearing the same hot little number cocktail party after cocktail party can leave a girl feeling bored with what once was a no brainer. Not even swapping accessories can change things. Like a rubik’s cube, there are only so many combinations. This is when you must channel your inner Macgyver and start rigging up new and inventive cocktail combinations.

Besides the LBD (little black dress for the slow pokes), another staple piece is a black pencil skirt. You may be thinking to yourself, “That’s a little too Betty Draper for me.” Well, let me tell you, the pencil skirt has stuck around for a reason. Fitted properly, a pencil skirt can make even the most waifish gal look more Beyonce and less Olive Oil. To offset the conservative pencil skirt, I paired it with a cropped bandeau top (this little guy happened to be a DVF sample and would benefit greatly from some time spent at a seamstress). Classic black pumps, top notch top knot, and a sequined jacket completed this unconventional, but totally cocktail appropriate attire.

Before creating this look yourself, remember to use some common sense: 1. Will this look good on you? If you could benefit from a few more sit ups, hold off until you’re bare belly brazen. 2. Where are you planning to wear it? A funeral or wedding is probably not the right time for this. Save it for a more appropriate occasion.

1. Cosabella Marni Strapless Plunge Bra, $132.50, 2. Diane von Furstenberg Panel Marta Techno Jersey High Waist Pencil Skirt, $210, 3. Tuleste Market Layered Ball & Chain Necklace, $150, 4. Harrison Morgan Black Sequin Bolero, $220, 5. Christian Louboutin Pigalle 120 Patent Pumps, $595

xx,

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Why Did You Wear That: Mixed Signals

By Kirsten|April 19th, 2011|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

My favorite picture of my oldest niece is one of her wearing purple pants, a tutu, a sparkly pink shirt, a headband, and two different shoes. While you may be quick to assume that the tutu is what put me over the edge, it is actually her self assured expression in the photo. She is so very proud of herself, and for that reason, her discombobulation works.

I’ve always been a big fan of mixing and matching. I think when things are too carefully concocted, they seem a bit fussy and overdone (like matching your bag to your shoes- ick!). While it may seem silly to take inspiration from a child, it’s actually quite the contrary. See, children are somewhat uninhibited when it comes to fashion. They have not yet become slaves to trends and “rules” about what goes with what. They see it, they like it, they put it on.

I’m not suggesting that you throw on just any old thing, but what I am suggesting is loosening those chains of style and having a bit of fun. Who are these people making up the “rules” anyway?

When mixing patterns, I do suggest staying within the same color family. I also would try incorporating prints in different scale (one big print, one small print). The days of plaids and stripes being considered a faux pas are long gone.

1. American Apparel Stripe Mid-Length Pocket Tank, $29, 2. Miu Miu Stitched Sandal, $595, 3. Hazel Polka Dot Print Skirt, $79, 4. Ben-Amun Worldly Charm Rope Bracelet, $145

See? Mixing and matching is child’s play.

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: You’ve Got Sole

By Kirsten|March 1st, 2011|Why Did You Wear That?|

One of the most talked about moments from this past weekend’s Academy Awards show was not a musical number, not a gorgeous gown, not a misplaced expletive… it was Anne Hathaway’s Swarovski crystal encrusted Brian Atwood pumps worn with her Lanvin tuxedo. Twitter exploded with “who made Anne’s shoes?” and “I’ve got to get my hands on those pumps.” Certainly a victory for both Mr. Atwood, himself, as well as Anne’s stylist, Ms. Rachel Zoe.

For quite a while, the go to glamour girl pump was Christian Louboutin, but it looks like there’s a new “it” shoe in town. Basically, if you’ve heard of the actress, she’s worn the shoe. Everyone from Blake Lively to Cameron Diaz to Dianne Kruger has been spotted strutting her stuff in these sexy stilettos.

So has Hollywood traded in the flash of a red sole for the styling and simplicity of just a great shoe?

Sole long!

xx,

WhyDid

photos via: CoolSpotters and Just Jared

Girl Crush: Full of Glee

By Kirsten|February 24th, 2011|Celebrity Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

I can not lie, I don’t watch Glee. However, one young lady keeps showing up on red carpets and catching my attention: Dianna Agron. Apparently she plays Quinn, a perky and somewhat promiscuous cheerleader and glee club member (again, I don’t follow the show). With her all American good looks, Agron fits the part of cheerleading queen bee perfectly. While she pulls off the fresh faced bouncing ponytail look with ease, what really impresses me is the way she transforms herself from pink cheeks and shiny pout to smoky eye and sexy updo.

Agron has managed to merge pretty with edgy. She pairs classic Chanel couture with smudgy cat eyes and rocker hair. While she isn’t going to go down in history as a style icon, she is the absolute perfect mix of sugar and spice.

Want to put a little pep in your step? Try a few of these Agron inspired pieces. Add her favorite Chanel lipstick and polish to take even your sweetest ensemble to the next level and always be sure to have that good girl glow with Benetint’s Posietint.

Top (L to R): Rebecca Minkoff Rumi Dress, $425, Chanel le vernis Nail Color, $25, Christian Louboutin Rolando Patent Leather Platform Pumps, $695, Volcom Time Lines Striped Tank Dress, $38, Bottom (L to R): Chanel Rouge Allure Luminous Satin Lip Color, $35, American Apparel Plaid Chiffon Double Layered Shirred Waist Skirt, $42, Nanette Lepore Latin Lover Dress, $348, Benefit Posietint, $28

Cheerio!

xx,

WhyDid

Golden Globes Recap: The Good, The Bad, and the Absurd.

By Kirsten|January 17th, 2011|Red Carpet Recap|

I usually can not even read/watch most red carpet recaps because they tend to make my usually mild mannered easy going self turn into a screaming irate “I want to throw things” banshee. This probably has a lot to do with the fact that most “critics” somehow are tied to certain celebs and designers, so rather than disturb the sleeping beast, they placate the ugliest of ugly with insincere flattery. Well, if you are looking for an ass kissing review… I’m not your girl. I don’t care how much I love a celeb or a designer (a-hem Christina Aguilera and Vera Wang) if your shit is whack, I’m going to say so. Also, I appreciate people who march to the beat of their own drums, but wearing something to try to be “different” and “avant garde” usually works against you- especially when you’re known for wearing turtlenecks and Tory Burch flats. Sometimes a killer silhouette with impeccable tailoring is much sexier than fringe, tassels, tulle, and the works. Perhaps this is why I was one of four people I know who did not enjoy Black Swan. Sorry, I don’t typically follow the masses. So, with all that said, let’s get down to business.

I honestly have no idea who won which awards last night. All I do know is that Anne Hathaway in Armani Prive wins my award for best dressed. I mean, in case you haven’t already seen her sexy naked body in Love and Other Drugs… this is pretty close. This dress is absolutely stunning on her and it is such a welcome change to her usual navy ballgown uniform without going too far outside the lines (aka her classic style). I feel like Anne is finally coming into her own and embracing her womanly ways. Bravo, Ms. Zoe.

Another dress I really loved was the Alberta Ferretti gown that Jayma Mays donned. I actually had no idea who she was, but thought that this is how a black gown should be done. Also, if you are going to do any type of plunging neckline, Jayma has the right type of bust. Pushing your girls up in a low cut dress (ahem, January) just looks totally tacky. We are here to see the Golden Globes… not your globes!

A lot of people were talking about Mila and Angie battling it out in the green game, but I have to say, I think Catherine Zeta Jones knocked it out of the park in her emerald Monique Lhuillier gown. This is what Hollywood glamour is all about. She looks like a modern day Scarlett O’Hara.

I really don’t care how pretty Olivia Wilde is or how Tron did in the box office. In this Marchesa gown, she looks like a drunk debutante. I have seriously seen this dress in the window of Deb and Deb Plus or maybe down in the fashion district on Los Angeles Street. I usually have nothing but kind words for Marchesa… but this? It’s a prom dress gone wrong. And really, Olivia? Are you a can-can dancer? You’dve been better off keeping those shoes hidden beneath the twenty tons of tulle you’re wearing. I don’t care if they are Loubous…

Gosh… I was wondering where the hell my bath mat went. Silly, silly Michelle Williams is wearing it! What, you don’t believe that my bath mat is Valentino?

Let’s go ahead and make something clear: My hate for this frock has nothing to do with my distaste for Black Swan. I think Natalie Portman was wonderful in the film despite it’s underdeveloped plotline. However, in this Viktor and Rolf (with MATCHING SHOES AND BAG mind you), she looks like a grade A asshole. I know that she’s with child, but that’s no excuse to drape yourself in a flesh colored sack (um, did you not see Jane Krakowski?). I hate to be mean to a pregnant woman, but this look just did not work from head (her updo is lopsided) to toe. I need you, Ms. Portman, to get in touch with a stylist ASAP. You are far too fetching to show up to the Globes looking like this.