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Setting the Mood: Sugar and Spice

By |November 4th, 2013|Setting the Mood|

leather and laceOn more than one occasion I’ve been called a paradox; a walking contradiction.  At first glance you may think you could quickly delegate me to one box, but after a conversation and cocktail, you may be moving me to another.  And just when you think you’ve got me figured out, look out for that curve ball because it’s coming.

I don’t like predictability and following the herd makes me more than uncomfortable.  I think there’s much to be said for mixing things up and keeping people guessing, especially when getting dressed.  This is precisely why leather and lace are the perfect complement to one another.  While lace could be overly feminine or somewhat sexy, leather is tough enough to tip the scales from prissy to powerful.  A head to toe leather look would have you reminiscent of catwoman and all over lace could land you somewhere between a Victorian and 80’s Madonna.  However, when the two are combined, the look is lethal.

DKNY Leather Paneled Lace Top, Saint Laurent Leather Bra Top, Karl Lagerfeld Delphie Coated Leather Mini Skirt, Mason by Michelle Mason Leather Trimmed Lace Dress

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Setting the Mood: Amazing Lace

By |November 14th, 2011|Setting the Mood|

Lace, unlike any other textile has the ability to be simultaneously sensuous and sweet.  Such a delicate fabric holds so much power.  Whether chantilly or guipure, lace leaves just enough to the imagination while remaining feminine rather than foul.  Incorporating a touch of lace can add ladylike softness to any attire.

Rough day at the office?  A warm bubble bath, sweet scented candles, and slipping into a flirty lace chemise or robe is the ultimate remedy.  It doesn’t even matter if no one sees it, but it may be more fun if they do.

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Blouse: Oscar de la Renta Cotton Lace Blouse, $1,450

Bag: Nina Ricci Lace Overlay Silk Shoulder Bag, $2,190

Shoes: Valentino Embellished Lace Peep-Toe Ankle Boots, $1,295

Panties: Agent Provocateur Shazam Lace Briefs, $90

 

 

 

Friday Frocks: Lady and the Vamp

By |October 29th, 2010|Friday Frocks|

Keeping in theme with Halloween weekend, why not channel your inner goth girl and try some of the sexy yet spooky frocks?  Get out your black eyeliner and dark lipstick, ladies:

Karen Zambos Vintage Couture Felicity Dres, $350

Daughters of the Revolution Lace Maxi Dress, $298

Alice and Olivia Velvet Lace Back Dress, $242
Odylyne Piculet Lace Dress, $168

bebe Addiction Velvet Drape Dress, $149

Free People Lace Puff Sleeve Dress, $118

Urban Renewal Curatorial Burnout Velvet Maxi Dress, $68

Asos Bodycon Dress with Chiffon Bell Sleeve, $65.51

Forever 21 Crushed Velveteen Babydoll Dress, $22.80

You’re bewitching, baby.

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Laced Up

By |October 5th, 2010|Why Did You Wear That?|

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Lace doesn’t always need to be associated with lingerie or your grandmother’s curtains. Lace is a super sexy element that can be brought into your wardrobe to give a little bit of girly sexy appeal. This particular trend looks great with leather to give that “sugar and spice” feel. Don’t deck yourself out head to toe. Instead, try mixing in a piece at a time.

SG101030-2TMiss Ferriday Lace Boyfriend Cardigan, $152

1107187_fpx.tifHouse of Harlow 1960 Leslie Lace Boot, $275

Screen shot 2010-10-05 at 9.49.59 AMNightcap Clothing Lace Belbottom, $187

Screen shot 2010-10-05 at 9.44.19 AMValentino Lace Medium Duffle Bag, $935

81490471-01Forever 21 3/4 Sleeve Lace Blazer, $15.80

Screen shot 2010-10-05 at 9.52.44 AMUrban Outfitters Lace Cuff, $28

0414743842580R__ASTL_300x400Patterson J. Kincaid Greenwich Lace Tankdress, $138

p-22170Equipment Lace Blouse, $198

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