Friday Color Combo of the WEEK!!!

This week I am feeling like the color combination I am loving is Olive Green and Lavender!!!! I just think that olive green is such a strong color but when it is paired with such a pastel and soft color. Olive green on its own can be quite masculine but when paired with something fragile it changes into such a strong base.

Go collarless

Ok I have been seeing a ton of collarless jackets and I love it!!! I see collarless jackets and see chic!!! One of these jackets can turn several outfits into a fit-for-work look. My favorite thing about not having a collar is that it wont hide a super cute neckline underneath.

Just think about your coat that you have and its traditional collar and if you wanted to wear a dress with a collar and big bow on the neckline. Now think of that same outfit with a super cute collarless jacket ala Chanel.... now that is a perfect example of why this is a perfect jacket.

You can always mirror the frame that the neckline provides with a collarless rounded dress or blouse.

Tip: If you want to be chic and glamorous wear a collarless jacket with a sheath dress to brunch. Nothing is classier than those three things... Just ask Chanel.

Most collarless jackets have a rounded neck and are a more square shape. If you already have a boyish figure then you should go for a more tailored jacket that either ends at the natural waist or has some curve in the side seam. If you have a bigger backside then don't do a cropped jacket... it will draw attention to your butt.

The best part of most collarless jackets is the trim on the edge to give a finished look. I have seen chains, lace, beads, rope and so many other trim on the edge. Also because this jacket is a more casual alternative to a traditional suit jacket it is able to be worn more often and anywhere.

Make sure and go out to get your stylish collarless jacket before it saturates the market and becomes out of style.

Mix and Match

Prints have been everywhere this season an in all sorts of sizes. I love to see just how far I can test the boundaries of mixing prints purposefully verses looking like a 5 year old who was allowed to dress herself. Prints can be tricky to work with but my rule of thumb is to pick some sort of motif and working around that. The motif can be anything from color, size of the print or the type of print it is.

I think almost anything in my closet can work with each other it just depends on how bold of a statement I am looking to make. My favorite combination is plaid with floral. The linear mixed with the organic is such a perfect combination. I suggest playing with sizes like a small gingham with a larger florals. The small regular print will balance out the large curves of the flowers.

This may sound difficult to do but I bet you mix patterns all the time like a pinstripe pant with a larger striped blouse or a striped long sleeved t-shirt with a polka dot cardi. I wore that today :). Many people try a little too hard to mix patterns by over thinking the entire outfit and trying a little too hard. Another idea that is perfect for this is using textured tights as a way to introduce a new print into your ensemble. With a few simple accessories you can get a really chic look that will be perfect for any occasion.

A perk of winter time is that there are several layers you can work with to incorporate prints into. If you aren't daring enough to mix and match prints in your wardrobe then I strongly suggest easing into this idea with some amazing bedding.

What are your favorite prints to mix and match?

Work It Out girlfriend!!!

I think it is only fitting that since it is a day of resolutions to be made then today's topic is workout clothing!!! I am not talking about the neon spandex and unitards ala Richard Simmons but rather chic and trendy clothing that also functions as athletic gear. I have no problem with neon colors for working out in... in act I totally encourage you to wear bright and cheerful colors when logging in miles on the elliptical. This year I am formally making a New Year's resolution to run 12 miles a week for the year of 2011.

I have all sorts of work out clothing for all weather. I think my favorite workout clothing I own has got to be Nike shorts in all colors. I am also really appreciating that athletic clothing companies are realizing that women want to look feminine whilst working out. A company has emerged over the past few years that caters to women as opposed to Nike and Adidas that focuses on men's workout needs.

Lululemon is based out of Canada and is getting a lot of attention for filling a much needed niche. Women, as we all know, spends about 3 times as much money and time as men on clothing, shoes, accessories and cosmetics. But men have been found to spend about 3 times as much money and time on workout clothing and working out. This reason is because all of the workout companies advertise to men. Not as much anymore though. Which is great for me. Women workout clothing is finally getting feminine style lines, trendy colors, and on top of that they don't look like workout clothing.

So this year get excited to make this your most fit year ever while looking super cute!!!!

Friday Color Combo of the WEEK!!!

Ok yes it is Saturday but I wrote this on friday (the 31st) just forgot to actually Post this:

Today's color combo is silver and white!!!! I just love these colors together and they kind of scream NEW YEAR'S EVE as well as winter time. These colors together really bring out and create a shimmer and can just brighten a room.

 

Memories

Today is my parent's 26th wedding anniversary!!! I am super excited for them. The 26th year is supposed to traditionally be the "photo" year.

 Pictures have been a huge deal this year with several of my friends doing the 365 day albums online, papparazzi, massive amounts of face booking and a major engagement taking place. Pictures more than ever are everywhere. In black and white and color.

I love pictures because they represent an exact moment in time whether it was good or bad. These are all photos of good memories this past year.