I once owned a pair of paisley palazzo pants when I was about 18 years old. I remember being really self conscious wearing these pants to school because they were not exactly the “standard” attire at the time. Now, paisley prints are in abundance on the runways and on the streets. Unlike the 90’s version, paisley prints now are bolder and brighter in color and more sophisticated and less psychedelic.
Emilio Pucci’s Spring 2012 runway collection was a swirl of gypsy-esque frocks.
These paisley oxfords are men’s Etro but how wonderful would they be for a woman?
I think this shirt dress by Clover Canyon is the most versatile silhouette. Drop the waist and let it loose for a more masculine look and cinch it in with a belt to show off … more …
I heard a term today from one of the local weather stations here in Vancouver. The month of June has been officially dubbed as “June-uary. It’s suppose to be summer but it sure feels like January and it’s becoming a drag. While all this depressing weather is giving me the blues, here are “Three Things” that are keeping a smile on my face:
The sparkle in this Bfrend bracelet by fashion blogger Monika Hibbs from www.thedoctorcloset.com can make any grey day brighter.
Japanese restauranteurs with the successful Miku location in Coal Harbour have opened a sister restaurant in Yaletown called Minami. We went on the very first day of opening and had a wonderful meal full of flavour. Here are some recommends:
The perfect summer salad - Slow Roasted Beets & Fern … more …
Nothing screams summer more than the color white. Crisp white shorts and dresses, white linen bed sheets, white outdoor canopies…white white white. It can be sophisticated, slimming and lady like. Designers such as Thakoon, Alexander Wang, Chanel, Jill Sander, Phillip Lim and Derek Lam sent all white looks down the runway for NYFW.
{ Designers: Chanel, Jill Sander, Phillip Lim}
I don’t typically like white shoes but my heart stopped when I saw these {Alexander Wang} Joan Heels.
Keep in mind, white would be difficult to keep clean. So be mindful with your cross body handbags against darker clothes. I love how this {Malene Birger} bag is contrasted.
Steer away from your typical tortoise and black framed sunnies. These {Rebecca Minkoff} Beford sunnies are sweet in white.
Get white washed … more …
I love Vancouver and I love it even better when the sun is out. This means spending more time out in the sun and becoming a tourist in my own city. But before I step out into the sun, there are just a few beauty things I need to have in check.
It is absolutely essential to wear a bright neon pink polish to stand out from the crowd. My current new favourite color is “Camera” by Essie. {$10 at any www.shoppersdrugmart.ca}
To keep my skin young and smooth I’ve been using Murad’s “Intensive Resurfacing Peel”. Brightening and smoothing effects are similar to a chemical peel and are enhanced by gentle Bamboo Bead microdermabrasion. {$49, www.muradcanada.com}
Before you go out into the sun be sure to put on sunscreen. Be wary of … more …
Typically sought after as autumn and winter treatment, exotic snake details exude luxury and richness. I see snake like I see leopard, never just a trend but a constant in fashion for anytime of the year. This Summer 2012 exotic snakes take center stage as we see it in bright and pastel hues and multi-colored treatments in fashion across the board.
This gorgeous multi colored snake clutch by designer Mel Boteri reminds me of the ocean. $525, www.boticca.com
A hit from the designer’s SS12 collection, Roberto Cavalli’s snake-print silk-satin gown is set with pretty floral-print silk-chiffon pleats and striking black lace inserts. $11710, www.net-a-porter.com
These Jerome C. Rousseau snake-embossed leather pumps feature an open toe and colorblock details. $695, www.shopbop.com
Now this is truly a myriad of colors, a bold statement cuff by Aspinal. $119, www.aspinaloflondon.com
For more Spring/Summer 2012 … more …
