Happy Daddy's Day

Here are some haute Father's Day gifts under $500 for the favorite "baby daddy" in your life......


The PSP Hard Case by Bodhi - Priced at $498 it's covered in ostrich skin which definitely separates the "Game Boy" from the men





Prometheus Travel Cigar Humidor - Priced at $275 it's compact for travel so dad's Cubans won't get all stale and crusty.




Beats by Dre Headphones - Priced at $299 these are the hottest of the hot headphones. They boast incredible sound quality and color customizable by ColorWare PC ...beat that Bose!


Goyard Card Case - Price at $215....Click here to fully understand the "next leveltivity" (yes, I'm aware that's not a word) of Goyard.....and you thought Louis Vuitton was the sh*t.



Taylor Made R9 Driver - Price at $450, this is considered the Bentley of driver.....I'd definitely stay out of the way when dad is teeing off! Watch the Youtube for the "this is why it's hot" explanation....



Happy Daddy's Day!

Weddings 101

June is upon us and as you know this is the biggest month for weddings....you know the "June Bride". Well anyway, here are a few style ideas for a before 6pm, after 6pm, and destination wedding.



Before 6pm

from l to r: Giambattista Valli Pointed Platform Lace Pumps, Tiffany Cushion Cut Diamond Stud Earrings, ALICE + OLIVIA Peach Madison Dress, Ylang 23 Turquoise Overlay Cross Ring in Platinum with Diamonds, Monsoon Wedding Season Flapover Embellished Bag, Essie Nail Polish in Pink Diamond

After 6pm

from l to r: Christian Louboutin Satin Pump, Peeptoe Shoes Frilled Parasol, Jill Stuart Mascara Trinity Dress, Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour, Stephen Jones by Comme des Garcons Parfume


Destination

from l to r: OPI South Beach Collection Feelin' Hot-Hot-Hot! OPI Nail Polish, NARS Duo Blush Orgasm/South Beach, Charlotte Russe Wood Scroll Earrings, Shiseido Refreshing Sun Protection Spray SPF 16, French Connection Wooden Clutch, Tibi Tahitian Palm Straples, Dolce & Gabbana Back-Zip Gladiator Sandal, Celestina Bente Tres cuff, TopShop Layered Wood Disk Necklace

One note: DO NOT WEAR WHITE TO A WEDDING!....Save your white for Diddy's party in the Hamptons....Ciao!

Obsessed....

Yeah....I'm feelin' a little like the Ali Larter chic in the Beyoncé movie over these accessories. Here are my top 5 must have accessories (for right now!).....



Coming in at #1 are the Safety Pin Earrings by Ileana Makri.....self explanatory







My #2 pick is the Wooden Shaped Necklace by Poltock & Walsh.....Well actually any accessory by Poltock & Walsh I am totally drooling over.








#3 Two Balled Paired Rings by Dries Van Noten.....wear them together on one finger or separately, they're over-sized and smoking haute!


Next up at #4 is the Jumbo tie dye bangle by Yarborough.....I am soooo apprehensive about the whole tie dye trend but here's a cute way to incorporate it in your everyday look without looking like you'd fail a drug test and go barefoot.







Last but not least at #5 are the 24k Handcuffs with Key and Chain by Kiki de Montparnasse.....yes, yes they are a little kinky but so the "F" what!

Look Boy....Go Fetch!

This is one newspaper I wouldn't mind catching in my mouth!


Christian Louboutin Newspaper Clutch Bag

.....Sit Boo Boo, sit....good dog!

Soccer Mom Chic Designer Focus: Tory Burch

Tory Burch (born, June 15, 1966, née Robinson) is an American fashion designer who was born, raised and educated in the Philadelphia metropolitan area. She began a fashion label in February 2004 in New York City. The label was an immediate success and was even endorsed by Oprah Winfrey the following year. The label has opened stores in several large American cities and has lines that are sold in several upscale specialty department stores.

Take a look at her Spring '09 Collection.....


I'd describe her line as polished, everyday wearable, and chic. Burch is best known for her Reva Ballerina Flats that come in every color and skin imaginable. They are super versatile and crazy comfortable. From her tunics to her popular ballet flats, she's definitely a soccer mom staple.

In My Bag

Just a few bag and shoe combo ideas for you to play with.....





t to b: Pierre Hardy Nude Gladiator Platform Heels, Alaia Sable Mini Hand Bag






t to b: Alessandro Dell´acqua Lace Wedge Sandals, Gap Goldenbleu Felisha Handbag




t to b: Halston Cluny boots, Matthew Williamson Dark Escape box clutch




t to b: House of Holland Cut out shoes, Celestina Woven silver filigree clutch





t to b: Charlotte Olympia Cindy leopard slingback , Marc Jacobs Robert canvas tote





Haute shoes + Haute bags = HAUTE BITCH Self explanatory.

'80's Baby

Although I'm an '80's baby, I really grew up in the '90's. Here's a way to combine the old with the new.....

l to r: Visetos Holdall by MCM, Marni Striped Tank, Disney couture Bamboo hoops w/ "believe" script, Casio G Shock, UES Hightops, Sass & Bide Atom of Loved denim shorts


Look inspired by:

salt n pepa - tramp - Watch more Videos at Vodpod.

Fresh.....

Closet Freak

I've recently picked up on a new hobby.....no it's not art or crocheting.....Y'all know I'm too shallow for that....it's lingerie collecting. My first piece is a vintage Emilio Pucci for Formfit Rogers lace trim nightgown. It inspires me to "get to know myself a little better"!...he, he. Here are some crazy beautiful pieces to get a little freaky in.



Myla Angelica Satin Teddy by Journelle




Lake and Stars Truce Romper by Journelle




Muse Quarter Cup Bra by Kiki de Montparnasse




Muse Demilune Thong by Kiki de Montparnasse




Amor Wrap Teddy by Kiki de Montparnasse




Baise-moi Panty by Kiki de Montparnasse
.....translation F*ck Me....lmao...y'all thought I was playing with this!


Now don't start getting all bent out of shape because the bra doesn't really have cups. This stuff is meant to be scene and not hidden under your clothes. There's more to life than Victoria Secret.

Just in Case You Have 13 Grand Laying Around

+

= A whole lotta $$$!

Military-style denim jacket ($5,075.00) and Studded mini skirt ( $7,830.00) both by Balmain

La España

As you all know I recently took un vieja to Spain (you should've paid attention in Spanish I). I had such a fabulous time exploring the local style. There were 3 reoccurring trends that Spain was in abundance of:


1. Harem pants (AKA Hammer pants)
I love these cool free flowing pantalones but the women in Spain wear every single style, variation, and fabric imaginable. I saw jumpsuits with Harem pant bottoms (no!), denim Harem pants (hell no!)...silk, fleece...you name it, they had it! I can't ladies...keep it simple with these styles.

Free People Pocket Harem Pants




Balmain Jersey harem pants



Splendid Jersey Harem Pants



2. Glasses
As I strolled the streets of Barcelona I noticed that most of the women wore glasses. I interviewed a women and asked in my broken Spanglish if it was a local trend. She answered back, "No, we wear them because we really need them!" So apparently they're up on their optometry appointments.

Kamikaze Colours Prescription Glasses




Versace Prescription Sunglasses



Think Pink TP70 Prescription Glasses



3. Bangs!
I too am a "bang" girl....but seems as though I was amongst the masses while abroad. They wore them heavy and precisely cut. There is nothing worse than a girl who needs her bangs trimmed...or the bang is too skimpy. Don't try these at home!

Balenciaga: More than just Bags

Ahhh...the Balenciaga Lariat bag.....one of the most sought out purses in 2005 and surprisingly still going strong. But Balenciaga is more than just bags....

All items by Balenciaga

Designer Focus: Diane Von Fürstenberg

Diane von Fürstenberg (born Diane Simone Michelle Halfin on December 31, 1946 in Brussels, is a fashion designer best known for her hallmark wrap dress. In 1970, with a $30,000 investment, she began designing women's clothes. She is best known for introducing the knitted jersey "wrap dress" in 1973, an example of which, due to its important influence on women's fashion, is in the collection of the Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Watch as she talks about her iconic wrap dress.....


She is my FAVORITE designer of all time. Chic, tailored, and very wearable are the words I'd use to describe a typical DVF line. I can tell you from personal experience (I have everything from her dresses to blouses to waist trench coats even swimwear), her clothes are AMAZING. She absolutely knows a woman's body. Her wrap dresses are a staple for every closet....that means people....AN ABSOLUTE MUST HAVE....meaning....GO OUT AN INVEST IN ONE. They are beautiful on every figure....TRUST ME! Her pieces are somewhat affordable (considering most staples can run you a couple $$$). You can find racks of them at premium outlets (Last Call Neiman Marcus, Saks Outlets) and they're also easy to spot at a good sale at Nordstrom. Here are some cute ones from her Spring '09 line.....





Diane von Furstenberg Alondra shirt dress




Diane von Furstenberg Tasha tunic dress





Diane von Furstenberg Diana wrap dress

The Next Red Bottom: Nicholas Kirkwood

I had the darndest time trying to figure out my favorites from Nicholas Kirkwood'S Spring/Summer '09 collection....Here are my top 17 out of 34....SMH...

Could my favorite CL's get a demotion for a pair of one of these hot lil thangs.....I think, YES!

The Dress for Less Número Tres

l to r: Fendi Strappy platform sandals, Topshop Grecian Bead Necklace, Forever 21 Colorblock SS Dress, Forever 21 Large Leaf Hinged Cuff, Monsoon Purple Flag Patch Frame Clutch


Now, there is absolutely no reason for y'all to be looking like "the recession".