Don’t have a bird!
Have you noticed that the celebrities are adorning feathers lately? This detail has been showing up quite a bit on the red carpet lately,,,, and I must be ahead of my time cuz my grad dress had ocstich feathers on it :O!
Here’s some beautiful examples:
Remember there can be too much of a good thing … you want a touch of feathers.. .but you don’t want to end up looking like a bird!! (remember Bjork and her swan dress ???)
Designer Spotlight : Betsy Johnson!
After that last depressing post I thought I would cheer things up with a little Betsy Johnson, she is a fabulous designer with tons of fun colourful clothes.
Her prom dresses are popular and super cute, they will cost you about $400. Be prepared for bows, lace and ruffles!!
She also has fun handbags, very reasonably priced (lots under $100). Although this style is not for me, it might fit someone who is a little more excentric in their style choice.
Just In: From BEBE!
I love BEBE! As if you couldn’t already tell! SO I thought I would show a few new pieces they have out for spring/summer.
Linen Skirt$98 (USD)
This high waisted pencil skirt is perfect for hugging curves. Flattering on almost all body types and in Linen, which is a great light weight fabric for the hot weather!
Crop Jean $109 (USD)
This should be a staple in everyone’s summer wardrobe!
Ruffle Blouse,in green, purple, black or white. $79 (USD)
Adorable, light weight and flattering!
Last Bikini for this week…
This is a sexy, original, “monokini” from victoria secret. It comes in this playful Zebra, black or red. It shows off skin without being too provacative. I love this piece! It is great for a little tummy coverage, shows off your back and your boobs, fabulous!! (ooo and how could I forget, only $60~)
swim wear, one style fits all
I love 2 pieces but thought I would include a universally flattering style, a black one piece. This one is by SO De Mel, it retails for $180. It is low cut and offers more coverage than the 2 piece. So don’t worry about your hips or tummy, this will hide it all. And it’s black, very classic and slimming. The ultra low cut neck line also draws attention to the chest. It’s hot but understated.
Hot Bikinis!
Beach Bunny Swim Wear
This company has some hot bikinis, Beach Bunny Swim Wear! Pretty risque and I don’t know how they would hold up to water. But if you just want to show off from the beach then these are your thing!
This one called Genie in a Bottle retails for $134 for the bottoms and $135 for the top.
Betsy Johnson Swim Wear
If you’re looking for something colourful, youthful and fun then look no further than Betsy Johnson!
This one called, Bows and Whistles, retails for $140 (not bad for a designer suite!) The style would compliment someone who wanted to create the illusion of curves and call attention to their mid section.
Special Feature
With the great sunshine we’ve had all week I thought I would start bikini week! I’m going to feature a new bikini everyday this week, tell you who should wear it and who should not and most importantly where to get it!!
Victoria Secret has such great bikinis this year! With so many to choose from its hard to say one is the best but I’ll try.
This bikini is great, it’s the new line at VS, Becca® by Rebecca Virtue, it has neutral colouring but the embroidery adds some style and flare. The halter neck is great for a larger chest and the bottoms tie at the side which allows those with bigger to hips to avoid the sides digging in and creating unflattering overhang. Top retails for $60 and the bottoms for $48.
There’s also a top with more coverage for $78. This is good for those who want to hide your tummy area.
And if your thighs and butt are the trouble areas then you can also get the cover up skirt for $58. Which means this bikini can be worn by anyone! Just mix and match the pieces that will work with your body-shape.
LouLou Magazine’s Trend Watch
Canada’s fashion magazine Lou Louhas listed some trends to watch for this spring. runways exploded with bright, citrus hues as the trend in women’s fashions switches gears. Goodbye, gloomy grey and Hello, tropical sunshine! If you see this season’s revival of colour as a breath of fresh air, then you’ll love what the big names like Jil Sander, Michael Kors, Yves St Laurent, Lanvin and Alberta Ferretti are doing with it. Look for stripes or big slabs of yellow, orange and green.
This look is all about not looking severe, so let your hair down and go for sun-drenched exuberance. Accessorize freely with strappy sandals, a chunky chain or big sunglasses and one of the season’s It bags.
Want a bargain? Check out Joe Fashion (at superstore) for some great colourful pieces, the coat above is a steal at $29!. Tip: The quality wont be there, I wouldn’t recommend staple pieces but for fun summer trends they have great pieces to add a pop of colour to your wardrobe.
