t e x t u r e d . d a l l a s

12.01.2010

get tailored

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feeling frumpy after the holidays? i know i ate way too much...the stomach bug took care of it & was the culprit of my blog-lacking (both highly unfortunate).

yeah, yeah...i know there are all these "stay fit through the holidays" or "don't wait until the New Year to get in shape" plans out there...but bottom line is that most of us (or maybe just me) love to eat, drink, and enjoy the holidays...yes, being discipline should be attempted, but here's one easy trick to looking better, polished and faking "fit" this holiday season!

Find a tailor and become their BFF.

I did not learn this trick until the past few years...yes, it may be a hassle to get clothing altered, cost a few bucks, or take an extra 15 minutes...but believe me--it's WORTH IT.

:: tips for looking tailored ::

* get 1 pair of jeans hemmed perfectly for heels and 1 for flats.

* if you find a dress, skirt, or slacks that you love but they don't fit perfectly...make that happen and buy the item-just get it altered to fit your body.

* if you wear a blowsy top or loose pants - pair it with the opposite on the other end--a fitted alternate to polish the look.

* buy a fitted or tapered jacket - instant "slimmer" to the confidence. plus ya look good.

* wear heels...if you can. they just look better. heels elogate your legs, make you appear taller, and for whatever reason - make us all walk with that "shoulders back" attitude way more than flats do.

* belt it. whatever it is. add a skinny or wide belt to any sweater, dress, cardigan. Great accessory that defines curves.

* remember : a streamlined silhoutte is always more flattering than "tight". wear clothing that skims your body - and don't put yourself into misery with jeans that you have to lay down to zip.

There are plenty of great tailoring/altering locations in DFW. Here are just a few :

1. Unique Tailor :: 5638 E. Mockingbird Lane

2. Harry's Tailor Shop :: 13410 Preston Rd.

3. Park Cities Custom Tailors :: 4351 Lovers Lane

4. Image Tailor :: 2160 N. Coit Rd #143. Richardson.

5. Golden Thimble :: 4536 Beltline Rd. Addison.

Get tailored AND drink the eggnog. XOXO

11.26.2010

thank.FULL

11.23.2010

pass the pumpkin pie, please

actually, please pass the turkey, stuffing, green beans, and every other fixin' too....i love Thanksgiving.

Fashion is a bit of a battle over the holidays... as we stuff our face & lounge around with the people we love. Finding styles that work to travel easily, look put together, and feel comfortable BUT also allow you to feast on all the yummy goodness in peace...so what should you pack??

Great options include :: your favorite jeans with a cardigan or cozy sweater, leggings with a tunic, or a fall dress. oh...and comfy shoes are a must! get inspired with these looks...and indulge a little...

laugh, eat, drink, and relax a little...safe travels everyone!

11.22.2010

these boots are made for walkin...

walkin'. runnin'. sittin'. or just lookin' cute...BOOTS look good with just about anything.

here are some great options for $300 or LESS !

steve madden :: cuffed & comfy

nine west :: military ankle lady

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calvin klein :: sophisticated & sexy

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trove :: cuffed "bootie"licious

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banana republic :: classy woman

vince camuto :: kickin it & takin names

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steve madden :: laced up & ready to go

dolce vita :: CUTE pull-on comfort

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happy monday y'all!

2010 AMA's...be still my heart.

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I love music. Every single genre...if it's good, i download it. So, obviously I look forward to things like the AMA's...sitting back with the girls, watching artists go out of their way to be OVER the TOP, discuss the confusion that takes place when you see someone like will.i.am wearing lego's as a hat, & acting like a giddy school girl when NKOTB joins BSB for a finale! Ahhh....

I did love (almost) everything about the AMA's, but I could NOT get over 1 thing - freaking Taylor Swift. I mean--did she go from age 14 to 35 in 2 seconds or what? Her perfectly straight hair was stunning...and where did her normal teary-eyed, innocent teenager speech go?...she seemed AND looked like a real adult (does it maybe have to do with hottie Jake Gyllenhaal??)

Here were some of the other highlights for me ...

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Stana Katic's dress topped my list. I want it. (but I'd want to look identical to her in it)

Have a wonderful week full of thanks...and yummy grub!

11.18.2010

happiest*holidays

it's almost that time...

the MOST wonderful time of the year!

anthropologie holiday

j.crew holiday

H&M (coming SOON to dfw!!)

Parties, family functions, holiday weddings, NYE...and the list goes ON & ON. Whether fancy events or get-togethers with your kin are coming up on your calendar...you wanna look your best! (i hope). Here are some ideas for this very merry season :

Casually Chic

dinner party or exchanging gifts with the girlfriends?