Wear Now Buy Now

WEAR NOW INSPIRATION: Takoon Panichgul’s SS 2011 collection is full of new styling and fabric combinations mixed with vintage silhouette’s like paper bag bloomers, simple sheer tanks, and chiffon barley there lingerie inspired dresses. The color selection is to die for. Hyper feminine lavender, bleached white, and delicate floral patterning is mixed with buttery leather, open mesh eyelet and canvas accessories, a look to definitely try at home and perfect for memorial day parties and summer weekends to follow. 

BUY NOW: Diane von Furstenberg Damiana Dress, Elizabeth and James Blazer, Vince Knit String Tank, Jagger Edge iPad Case, Rag & Bone Mesh Skirt, Marc by Marc Jacobs Canvas Wedge Oxfords

Lighten Up

Torrey Pines & Proenza Schouler

Art and nature go hand in hand, so it’s never a surprise to me when I am strongly reminded of a favorite fashion collection while in Mother Nature’s presence. This week it happened to be when hiking in The La Jolla Mt. Reserve. All I could think was Proenza Schouler S/S 11. The combination of watercolored beach, dry cactus, sandy wood lined trail, and luscious flora screamed Schouler Spring Runway. 

Trend Report: The Floppy Hat

The Brigitte Bardot-esk seventies floppy hat is back again! A retro inspired Spring/Summer welcomes the timeless classic with open bangle clad arms. Spotted in Elle, Marie Claire, Bazaar, Louis Vuitton Ads, and countless runway shows, these oversized sun hats are a seasonal must have. A dark designer shade and floppy hat combo is ALWAYS glamorous. Pair it with nude polish, orange glossed lips, and a low chingnon bun or braid, and you’re ready to hit any swanky retreat in the world

Cornflower and Fire

Trend Report: Red Candy

Its all about the electric red crop pant right now. A surprising yet traditional burst of color is added to spring outfits with a classic cut and slightly rolled cuff. The red trouser is a great mix of I don’t care I just threw this on this morning, but also polished and clean. It is definitely a buy now item. Here are some links to a few I love in particular. DVF. TOPSHOP. DKNY. 

Head to Toe Perfection

Three different styles and totally unique looks, each resulting in what my opinion is perfection. It has been quite awhile since I have been inspired by a day time street look, but finally these three fantastically chic ladies have broken my fashion drought.

Sidewalk Chalk

The Updated Trouser

My favorite new way to update a neutral spring wardrobe is with a bold printed pant. Trousers fare especially well with the recycled seventies trend of fruitful and graphic prints. The look might seem a little daunting at first but paired with a basic tee, nude wedges and minimal accessories, it’s a chic ensemble sure to fit right into any girl’s fashion comfort zone. 

Foie Gras Cotton Candy

(FOIE GRAS COTTON CANDY at The Bazaar by Jose Andres Los Angeles)

High and Mighty

(Giddy Spinster Upcycled Shoe Planters)

These shoes are used/ upcycled. The concept is about hard-working women, the increasingly artificial nature of American femininity, and the impossible images that women face in our society. It's a prickly, spiky, sticky situation...

Trend Report: Decadent Decoration

(Dior, Lanvin, John Galliano, Chanel Runway Fall 2011)

(Vivienne Westwood Runway)

Mint Ice Cream

(Chanel Jade Polish: Richard Burbridge New York Times Style)

I have been searching for a new color combo inspiration for spring and at last I found it in the pixie-toned hues that made only a subtle appearance on the runways last fall but a major statement on the streets for the season. It’s almost a chalky washed out mint green, and when paired with basic staples like navy and cream the look is pulled together and brilliantly fresh. Chanel's Jade polish or Alexander Wang's mint mesh combo sweater are the perfect purchases to revive any spring wardrobe.  

Lookbook Hair

The Layering Experts

One of the things I find myself admiring the most in a well-dressed woman is flawless layering. Any woman that can layer and accessorize without looking like a bag lady or Eskimo is my hero. I myself do not layer enough and it is a stylistic thing that I am perpetually working on. Also, living in Southern California the seasonal weather allowance for layering fabulous coats, scarves, and accessories is only a fleeting couple of months out of the year. I have always found myself drawn to street shots from Milan, London, and New York when it comes to fall attire, and I think I have discovered the real draw; sophisticated layering that offers a more complex look with multi dimensions of details. 

M.Dot Design Spring 2011 Show

This Saturday at the SE Hotel, super talented San Diego designer Michelle Aquino revealed her Spring/Summer 2011 ready wear line at the downtown SE Hotel. Her looks are masterfully constructed, bright and full of life. Yet another spirited collection from Aquino a cali designer with her hand continuously on the hipster pulse. I was honored to be a part of the show and cant wait to see what Aquino comes up with next. More from M.DOT Design

Blue Breeze

Fashion Innovation at its Finest

Amit Aggarwal’s forward designs hold an illusive beauty in their intricate forms its almost magical. Fun, playful, ethereal, and intelligent design at its finest. Aggarwal is a true wizard of construction, the type of designer that keeps this industry moving towards an exciting innovative future.

 “The collection uses hand-draped silk, frippery cutting of PVC and metallic strips inserted into tulle to give it form. Subtle yet skillfully shirred fabric and sculptural piping are used to achieve the Raphaelesque forms.” (WGSN)

Les Chaussures Parfaites

Miu Miu’s Fall Winter 2011 shoes were not autumnal at all, but they are fun, attention grabbing and glittery, pretty without being too over-the-top. They are absolutely the definition of eye candy. Its as if Dorothy followed the Candy Land road all the way home to Hollywood. It can be difficult to balance glitzy girly with true sophistication and this year Miu Miu definitely hit the mark with their inspiring new fall line. (shoe shots WGSN) 

Trend Report: Beautifully Organic

Organic fashion is not just reserved for hippies anymore. The luxury, glamour and innovative designing using organic materials has reached another level. The idea is now just as beautiful as the art, fashion, and home decor created in the eco friendly manner. Fashion designer Gary Harvey created a stunning gown with recycled newspaper. New York artist Andrew Clark creates breathtaking wall art with fallen leaves from the Hudson River Valley. Angeles Alvarez has shown his creative eco art in museums through out Buenos Aires. Sass Brown professor at FIT has written a book honoring the ground-breakers in the fashion industry and proving that eco fashion is not about the boring beige t-shirts anymore. These gorgeous works of art all stem from the same idea of living an environmentally responsible existence and they are truly an inspiration.

Sea Salt

(San Clemente Pier, Missoni Dress, Alexis Bittar Ring, Ray Ban Aviators)

(Missoni Mini, Gorjana Lariat Necklace, Trouve Textured Sweater)