baby's got her blue jeans onnn.

{Mother Denim}

i love blue jeans. i know - most do, but i seriously wish that they were acceptable for all events and occasions.

Fashion-enthusiasts seem to all have those very clear memories of "their first pair of designer shoes" or the "first time their eyes caught a glimpse of a real Chanel handbag"...honestly, I have ZERO (well 1) of these types of memories. Truth is - I grew up in small-town AR and was so happy and content in my DeWitt Dragon T-shirt and Lucky Jeans. I was just not exposed to fashion, designers, or that whole trendy world that exists. (sometimes I miss that simplicity). 

So - that whole trip down my memory lane - to say - 

the only REAL "fashion" memory I have is the first time I put on a pair of premium denim. I always thought the girls that wore jeans that cost over $100 were spoiled and stupid...and all of a sudden I understood... and was jealous bc the damn jeans weren't MINE!(i borrowed them from a girl down the hall. yes - this did not happen until college. don't judge me.)

 {street style :: fashionising.com}

So...I saved my money and bought my own first pair of fancy pants.

Needless to say - i love the way denim is trending right now. I'm not a huge fan of the whole all-over denim look, but I do love that it can be incorporated into anything we wear - denim tops, jackets, skirts, shorts...etc. I also LOVE the jean styles for Spring/Summer :

Wide-legged trousers, higher waist lines, pops of red or pastels, and even 80's-looking pale denim is BIG (which for some reason reminds me of junior high and makes my heart feel happy. again-maybe it had to do with DeWitt, AR?)

 

BAM!

{gap}

Always be sure to check your REARview before leaving the driveway. Purchase jeans that really fit your body. Just because something is in style...does not mean it will look even sort of good on your shape. :)

no idea why, but i just liked this pic.

XOXO 

can't help it.

Sorry for the M.Kors overload...but c'mon...how can you not love the man with a quote like this (so...actually i'm not "sorry" at all) :

 " Women make a big mistake when they dress for their girlfriends. Look, if you want to wear a freaky shoe or carry a crazy handbag because you get off on it, fine. But every guy is going to look at it and go, 'What was she thinking?' That big heavy clog you think is the height of fashion?

He sees a cinder block on your foot."

Well, I mean - I guess AMEN.

sunshine take me away...

So, tonight - I ask my cousin (and best friend) what her evening plans were. Her response :

"pretending i'm on the beach somewhere".

Great evening plan. I am joining in.

These photo's from February's Harper's Bazaar UK give me that

"Calgon take me away..." feeling.

I'm over this cold, dreary mess already. Sunshine - bring it on!

{photo's} ::  

Ruby Aldridge by Norbet Schoerner for Harper's Bazaar UK Feb 2011

i love you, Mr. Kors

{marie claire}

One of my very favorite designers, Mr. Michael Kors, marks his 30th anniversary this year. I love him...and loved the recent honor paid to his design, style, and story in February's InStyle.

InStyle lists The KORS COMMANDMENTS :

(I'll only list the few that are my fave - check out the rest for yourself!)

1. "The age rules are foolish. Don't dress to go with your age. Dress to go with your body. So much depends on your

self-image! I know women over 49 who love their legs and girls 29 who hate their arms. So don't let those rules dictate what you wear."

2. Stop hiding behind your clothes. The need to be the same shape as you...Not being aware of your own shape causes the biggest mistakes."

3. The minute you put on a 3/4 length or bracelet sleeves, your arms will look longer and thinner. And what woman hates her wrists?"

4. "When women look at other women who are stylish, what they always notice is the play of opposites: It's the trenchcoat over the sequined shift. What's so appealing is dressing like you didn't stress over it."

70's Revival

my favorite fashion era is making a BIG comeback in 2011 -

the 70's.

there's just something about this laid-back, free-spirited & mellow hippy style that makes me happy.

however, for the most current "look" - it's not at all sloppy - think modernized bohemian mixed with classic staples for a more pulled-together flower child.

(r to l) :: rodarte, marc by marc jacobs, elie tahari, karen walker, badgley mischka

{fashion fille}

marc jacobs

{fashionstyleadvice.com}

pull out vintage pieces and accessories, add some vivid color & bold prints, throw on a big, floppy hat...and turn on some Pink Floyd or Led Zeppelin to get ya in the groovy mood.

girl crush :: erin wasson

erin wasson :: texas-born model & designer...graced the cover of Elle Spain for January 2011.

love her. major.

XOXO

season premiere : SPRING

{prada : spring/summer 2011}

Yes, it is not even 2 seconds into 2011...and it is still cold outside, but - in my mind - the best part of winter is the fact that Spring/Summer are just around the corner!

While we are all still bundled up and rummaging through after-the-holiday sales...stores are beginning to stock clothing for the warmer weather. I love sunshine, sweating, and even mosquitoes--if it means that the temperature is moving upward. So...get excited with me and get a jump start on your Spring Style...I am loving what the predictions are showing for top trends! 

{gucci}

love this color-block look!

{moschino}

mixed prints, bright colors...it's a rainbow.

{louis vuitton}

 

Bold color, attention-grabbing prints, & 60's - 70's style apparel seem to battle with their opposite for Spring 2011...because along with these styles there are just as many clean, crisp and minimalistic looks to drool over. I love both...so Spring might just be my fashion paradise.

{alberta ferretti}

modern day flower child...long skirts/dresses...my dream come true

{derek lam}

don't throw out the skinnies...but get a wide pair of trousers if ya don't have any.

{donna karan new york}

men's style suiting, crisp whites & neutrals. so fresh & so clean, clean....

Get playful and update your look now - and have your friends eating your "fashion dust"...remember, you don't have to go all crazy-in-the-head with these colorful/printed looks...do what feels comfortable for you - but add a strike of color here and there and just have a little fun!

XOXO