Down the Block

I was walking down Olympic in downtown LA yesterday on my way to the Cal Mart and was stopped dead in my tracks by a grungy old building covered with fantastic graffiti. Inspiration isn't always found in glamorous or beautiful places. 

Dressing for the Holidays: 3 Picture Perfect Outfits

Diane von Furstenburg Experience Fall 2011

DVF Show Stoppers

I have been eyeing these breathtaking gowns since they arrived on the runway last February. The spectacular FA2011 collection is available at the Melrose DVF boutique and I finally had the chance to check it out last week. The store is beautifully merchandised and the pieces are even more brilliant in person. Everything a girl could want for the perfect holiday wardrobe! 

Roxy Spring/Summer 2012

I was recently asked if I were to hypothetically create a S/S 12 collection for the ROXY brand what would my mood and theme be? This is what I came up with. The look is an edgier take on the typical beach esthetic of Roxy. Soft metallics mixed with leather, silver embellishments, scuba esque trims and draped silhouettes create a soft and hard contrast. The silhouettes are inspired by seventies dresses created by Halston and worn by Bianca Jagger. The S/S 12 scuba trend is incorporated in a new way using a soft surfer vibe. Darker sea life like Octopus tentacles, jellyfish, and sea urchins are a huge inspiration for the trimmings. Draped hooded capes inspired by Bianca, Liza and Grace Jones worn during the days of Studio 54 are transformed into ultra wearable pieces for the Roxy girl. Octopus ink, spilled oil, jagged ocean rocks and molten metal create a mood of beachy rebellion. The Roxy teen is evolving and so is her color palette. Sophisticated but still fun, the collection includes rocker black, ethereal whites, subtle mauves, liquid greys, and shimmering gunmetal. Pantone’s mellow mauve, Metallic coated grey, deep taupe, whisper white, and high rise are a jumping off point for the collection. 

My Roxy Customer: The Downtown Beach Bunny

Precious Gems

Fur and jewel tones what a great combination. Fur in jewel tones, now that’s fashion! The dismissal of John Galliano from the House of Dior surprisingly did not stop his talented design team from creating an unexpectedly gorgeous fall collection. Rich jewel tones were paired with dainty printed silks and untraditional tweeds, all fur lined of course. Despite the groups of overly passionate anti-fur protesters and devotees, I will always openly say, “I love fur!” Fur is back on the runways in a big way. Not only is every accessory from shoes to gloves to handbags and headpieces being lined and trimmed lavishly, but also Pucci-esque colored furs are dominating runways and retail store alike. Gucci amped up the volume yet another notch with even richer furs in exotic ultra-violet turquoise, rust, amber, and cobalt.