This illustration is for all my lovely readers out there. I just want to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and I hope your holiday season will be filled with lots of love and laughter. Enjoy!
Friday, December 24, 2010
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Saturday, December 11, 2010
10 under $100 for the Holidays - Party Dresses
Christmas has rolled around once again and for many of us, this time usually comes with invites to plenty of cocktail parties and Christmas dinners. If you're going to get through all your holiday events in style (and with your sanity intact), a fabulous cocktail dress is a definite must-have for the season.
We ladies all have different holiday dress personalities - some of us like to be the centre of attention while others prefer to have a more subtle party presence.
The 10 lovely dresses I've listed below cater to both personality types and are well below $100! Budget-friendly and stylish options because you've all been great girls this year - you deserve it ;)
We ladies all have different holiday dress personalities - some of us like to be the centre of attention while others prefer to have a more subtle party presence.
The 10 lovely dresses I've listed below cater to both personality types and are well below $100! Budget-friendly and stylish options because you've all been great girls this year - you deserve it ;)
BOLD AND FLIRTY
Price: UK£17.00 (US$26.40)
Price: US$53.94
2b Velvet Drape Dress
Price: US$49.95
Price: UK£30.00 (US$46.89)
Strapless Party Dress Price: US$23.80
DEMURE AND ROMANTIC
Ivory Tower Cream DressPrice: US$34.00
Sleeveless Sequin Ballerina Dress
Price: US$24.99
All Over Lace Pleated Bust Tube Dress
Price: UK£34.50 (US$53.57)
Ruffle Shoulder Dress
Price: US$31.47
Friday, December 10, 2010
Rome Street Style
Yeah, I know what you're thinking, "Don't quit your day job". Well not to worry, I have absolutely no intentions of even thinking about becoming a photographer. I did my best but it's a shame that these photos don't come close to capturing the brilliant style I saw every day while I was in Rome.
Italians may not be as wild and creative with their personal style as Londoners are, but I was struck by how fashionably flawless they were. They know a great fit, what colours work well together - and they rock an outfit with an easy, nonchalant confidence like no other. (perfect hair and makeup helps a little too!).
P.S Not all these people in the photos are Italians but still stylish nonetheless. :)
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Danielle Shepherd Fashion Illustration
Hey everyone,
I know I promised some Rome Street Style in the next post, so think of this as like a commercial break post.
I just wanted to take this opportunity to plug (it's not shameful if it's on my own blog right?) my new fashion illustration blog, Danielle Shepherd Fashion Illustration.
I've posted some of my illustrations on this blog before but I thought it was time to create a new one dedicated solely to my work. I would really appreciate it if you'd check it out, and if you like, leave a comment or two. Thanks a lot!
Now back to your regularly scheduled program.
Friday, December 3, 2010
What I Wore: Roman Holiday
Up until a week ago, I had only travelled to two countries in my life - Trinidad and England. I'm happy to say that I can now add Italy to that list. Rome, to be exact. I had been thinking about taking a trip for a long time but going to Rome was a fairly last minute decision.
I only stayed for 5 nights but that was more than enough time to fall totally in love with the Eternal City. Whether it was sightseeing at the Colosseum or strolling along Via del Corso, it was easy to see that this amazing city was thoroughly abundant with beauty, history, style and elegance.
My hotel was located in Central Rome and was in fairly close proximity to most of the major sites so therefore my main mode of transportation was walking. I don't know about you but if I'm doing a lot of walking I like to be comfortable, which means relaxed clothing and flat shoes.
Hence...
I have to say, most of the shopping on the high street was a little out of my budget range but ever the bargain hunter, I did manage to find out about a popular Sunday market in the area of Porta Portese. It was a longer trek than most of the other places I'd been to - 30 minute walk from my hotel - plus the rain was pelting, but it was all worth it. After rummaging through a number of stalls, I scored these two great pieces below.
Have you travelled to any exciting places recently?
Will post some Rome Street Style in the next post - paparrazzo style!
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Blue Leopard
photo courtesy jakandjil.com/blog
Leopard prints continue to charge full steam ahead as one of the top trends of the A/W 2010 season but the majority of them tend to be quite literal translations of the motif.
An interesting take on the theme is coloured leopard prints, or more specifically, blue leopard. It's more funky and playful than the usual brown leopard print but the cool tone of the blue keeps it easy on the eyes.
If you're feeling the blue leopard print as much as I am, check out the gorgeous, stylish pieces below.
Price: US$36.99
Leopard Print Scarf
Price: UK£12.00 (US$18.74)
Price: UK£44.00 (US$68.60)
Gianni Bini "Honey" Pump
Price: US$89.99
Leopard Dress
Price: UK£34.00 (US$53.00)
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Celebrity Style for less - Odette Yustman
'Cloverfield' actress Odette Yustman attended the GQ Men of the Year party in Los Angeles on November 18 and she did so in fine style.
Odette brought some sparkle to the black carpet in her gorgeous Alice + Olivia Aubrey Sequin Skirt Bustier Dress, which she combined with a black blazer and black booties.
photo courtesy justjared.com
If you're a fan of Odette's party look, here's how to get it for less.
Silence & Noise Boyfriend Blazer
Monday, November 22, 2010
And it was all yellow
photos courtesy elleuk.com, hanneli.com, streethearts.com, waynetippets.com, style.com, glamcanyon.blogspot.com
Looking at the photos above, I realize that I don't have nearly enough yellow in my life. All the shades on the yellow spectrum, whether buttery, lemon-y or mustard-y, are absolutely fantabulous in my book.
Yellow tends to be a colour associated with summer as it best reflects the warmth and cheerful mood of that season. In colder seasons dominated by the darkest, most dreary colours, a bit of yellow is always a surprising yet most welcome addition.
Below are some of my picks of stylish yellow pieces to brighten up a winter wardrobe.
Price: UK£70.00 (US$120.68)
Chunky Knit Snood ScarfPrice: US$7.80
Drawstring Pencil SkirtPrice: US$28.99
Price: US$29.00
Etienne Aigner Tuscon Tote
Price: US$63.99
See by Chloé Cropped Cotton-blend Pants
Price: US$81.00
Alfani SweaterPrice: US$29.99
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Like it or not? - PJ by Peter Jensen Bunny Sweater
Price: US$88.00
Some may find it adorable, some may think it a bit odd and infantile. I personally prefer my bunnies multiplied and scattered in pattern form rather than one gigantic rabbit mug on the front of my clothing. Also, there's a chance people won't even notice your own face if it's competing with this massive woven beast. Sure it looks warm and cozy, but is the large bunny head a bit too much of a good thing or is it just right?
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Get the look: Plus Size Edition
Being a curvy size 18 myself, I can understand the frustration many women over size 12 feel when it comes to finding plus-size outfit ideas that perfectly fits both our style and our bodies.
Runways, magazines and even the majority of blogs are inundated with images of impossibly thin women in the miniest of minis or second-skin trousers, looking effortlessly stylish, and as much as we love what she's wearing, it can be difficult to imagine it on ourselves. I can't tell you how to get her body (I assume you're happy with yours anyway!) but I can help you figure out how to get a plus-size version of her style.
First, you need to know that not every outfit can be successfully translated into plus-size but there quite a few that can and it just takes a bit of careful analysis to figure out which. In order to know if an outfit can work for your body, you need to first understand what your body shape is. Here is a very informative visual guide that can help you figure out exactly what shape you are.
Once you know what your shape is, the next thing you need to do is examine the silhouette of the outfit. Particularly for larger-sized bodies, it's important to have balance when it comes to clothing. If you have wide hips, wearing a spaghetti strap top with a harem trousers is only going to make them look wider. Similarly, if you have a large bust, wearing a frilly high-neck top with pencil skirt will definitely place more emphasis on that area. And while those baggy, shapeless tops definitely cover those mid-section lumps and bumps, they often make us look equally baggy and shapeless.
When analyzing an outfit, ask yourself questions such as:
Which areas are being downplayed and which are being highlighted?
Does it nip in at the waist to create a more balanced, hourglass silhouette?
How does colour/pattern work to attract or detract from certain areas?
Generally, the easiest looks to translate to plus-size are the ones with somewhat basic, layered items with one or two statement pieces thrown in that take it to the next level.
I've selected three street style insiration outfits below and found some very stylish items to help you create the plus-size version of each look.
LOOK 1
photo courtesy cosmopolitan.hrPLUS SIZE VERSION
Simple Sparkle Stripe TankPrice: US$7.79
Long Sleeve Lightweight Cardigan
Price: US$59.50
Moroccan Market Scarf
Price: US$24.99
ASOS CURVE Chino Trousers
Price: UK£28.00 (US$48.27)
LOOK 2
photo courtesy refinery29.com
PLUS SIZE VERSION
Black Shrunken Rolled-Sleeve BlazerPrice: US$52.00
Frill Neck DressPrice: US$58.00
Black Wedge Ankle BootsPrice: UK£35.00 (US$55.55)
LOOK 3
photo courtesy carolinesmode.com/stockholmstreetstylePLUS SIZE VERSION
Reversible GiletPrice: UK£39.50 (US$62.74)
Garden Dance BlousePrice: US$20.99
Price: US$38.00
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