Do you think i'm TEX-Y?

In honor of Super Bowl XLV's destination - Dallas (well Arlington) TX - OPI has paid tribute with it's Spring 2011 "Texas" Collection.

I'm  not sure what's up with the "style" in the above ad, but the polish colors are awesome...and the catchy names are too.

 (side note: the stereotypes of "southern" shine bright with these polish slogans - i made myself a bet that every write-up would include "yee haw" and about 14 "y'alls" and I was beyond right...lordy lordy). 

My fave colors AND names are :

* Do You Think I'm Tex-y

* Too Pink to Hold 'Em

*Big Hair...Big Nails

*It's Totally Fort Worth It

*Y'all Come Back Ya Hear

* another side and very random note :: i cannot get the song "home on the range" out of my head after researching this topic. no clue WHY... but i'll leave you with the positive thought of our homeland

"where seldom is heard a discouraging word, and the skies are not cloudy all day".

Happy Monday!

floral gardens

{photo : Elle Magazine}

With my anticipation of warmer days, I tend to get ahead of myself.

I am ready.

Spring means warmth, the beginning of a tan, patio weather, and pretty FLOWERS - in nature AND fashion.

{Rich On, Right Now}

{Dolce & Gabbana}

Spring/Summer 2011 Runways were full of inspiration from English country gardens... with items adorned in pretty roses, peonies, freesia, etc. The cheerful trend seemed to go from maxi dresses, peasant blouses & delicate skirts to bright head scarves, girly rompers, & pastel matching wedges.

{Nylon}

Dolce and Gabbana was a major fan of the fragrant style, but most of us cannot afford a pair of flowery bubble shorts by DG. Here are a few options that are cheaper...

{corey lynn calter :: anthropologie}

{forever 21 : $22.80}

{forever 21}

{urban outfitters :: $54}

Take a sweet little escape from this cold wind & stop and smell the roses. Have a wonderful weekend!

fashion.music.art.

Great event tomorrow! (Saturday 1.22)

If you're free - you should definately check it out!

A portion of the proceeds will benefit Texas Next Top Designer - support local talent & creativity!

*note : time event begins is 7:30pm

Style Profile : Frilly Charm

Becca Tanner, 29, is the premiere to the new section of Textured:

Style Profiles will feature real locals & their personal style preferences, tips, and stories.

Becca's Personal Style :

classy, girly, southern, & frilly

Describe how your personlity is reflected in your style :

" I'm a very outgoing and funloving person - and silly. But, I am a kindergarten teacher - so my day-to-day style choices are pretty practical.  For example, I'm not going to wear some new heels to work - I'd just end up taking them off and going barefoot! So... I try to find the cutest flats that I can.  Even though I'm very fun and silly, at work I conduct myself in a very professional way.  I believe in hard work and integrity, so I want the way I look to reflect that- so I try to dress modest and classy, with hints of 'trendy'."

 "I can ALWAYS find really great things at stores like TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Ross, Target, and Forever 21.  They are still stylish, but just on sale or cheap! I am for sure a

bargain shopper!"

Beauty products you can't live without?  

"Bare Minerals Foundation, Covergirl mascara & ProActive"

Do you have any problem areas? How you dress to flatter these?

   Yes! My tummy - I layer shirs and I'm not afraid to say it - I swear by Spanks!

Becca married  her sweetie, Wade, in July 2010 and says she cherishes the simple, small town life!

You're newly married--have you influenced your hubby's fashion? 

"YES!  I pick out most of his clothes now.  I have mainly 'influenced' his jean selection. I think I've also simplified his shirts-  instead of crazy print all the time - I love him in a simple black, white or gray v-kneck T or a fitted button up."

"What is Wade's favorite "look"  to see you wear? 

"He loves my more "girly" clothes.  Clothes that have ruffles and are just very feminine.
  When I'm more casual he LOVES -  simple.  Fitted jeans and a white v-kneck T."

Thanks, Becca - for letting us into your world a little!

XOXO

tom ford : back at it.

Since he left Yves Saint Laurent & Gucci in 2004, Tom Ford has not designed a womenswear line.

His return was launched for 2011 Spring/Summer...and it's amazing!

I love these photo's of some of his pieces in

W Magazine, January 2011.

MLK Day : stick with LOVE.

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

"Hatred paralyzes life; love releases it. Hatred confuses life; love harmonizes it. Hatred darkens life; love illuminates it."

"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort & convienience, but where he stands at times of challenge & controversy."

"I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear."

{all quotes of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.}

Golden Globe Style

{photo : huffington post}

The 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards bring Film & Television's finest to the red carpet...in glamourous gowns for us all to drool over. (well some of them, at least).

Bold colors & feminine neutrals definately took the place of the classic black gown this year. Emerald green, bright red, and festive metallics seemed to be the most popular.

Here are some of my picks for Best Dressed. My favorite look was definately the elegant, long-sleeved sparkly "look" that Angelina Jolie, Anne Hathaway & Leighton Meester pulled off so beautifully. What were your favorites?

Angelina Jolie

{Versace}

Anne Hathaway

{Giorgio Armani}

Leighton Meester

{Zac Posen}

A few looks that got mixed reviews.

What do you think?

Sandra Bullock

{Jenny Packham}

love her. love her dress. don't love the new bangs.

Megan Fox

{Giorgio Armani}

i personally think she looks stunning!

Scarlett Johansson

{Elie Saab}

hmmm..i'm torn on this. the dress is beautiful but the neutral color makes her look washed-out.

Emma Stone

{Calvin Klein Collection}

i love this color! AND - her new blonde hair!

Have a fabulous week, everyone!