Royal Wedding Coverage: Live Snapshots on Home Screen

 

Wedding Vows

 

March of crowds to Buckingham Palace

 

The Balcony Greeting, Wave and Kiss

Royal Wedding Coverage: Fascinators: MY FAV

 

Britain's Princess Eugenie, left, and Princess Beatrice

http://www.thestar.com/news/world/royalfamily/royalwedding/article/982619--from-fascinators-to-frocks-what-guests-wore-to-the-royal-wedding

 

Philip Treacy designed many of the royal wedding fascinators, including the sleek and sexy one worn by Victoria Beckham. 

Kate Middleton- True Classy British Style

I am positively certain that I will not be the only one from my neighborhood to stay up until all hours of the night to watch the event of the decade (probably); the wedding of Kate Middleton and Prince William. This wedding has been constantly talked about and obsessed over since the two announced their engagement. Everytime I turn on the tv, no matter what channel, there is a show that is always slightly related to the wedding. Whether it be food, clothes, events, catering, jewelry etc, there is excitement in the air surrounding each of these topics. Yesterday, at the Bay in Toronto, the Kade Middleton and Princess Diana engagement inspired rings SOLD OUT due to the wedding in the next 24 hours. Personally, I love Kate. She is fun, classy, polite, and I love her cute smile. She's beautiful. As well, I love her style. She definitely pulls off the 'queen' look, sporting classy trench coats, sleek dresses and sophisticated hats and head pieces. She is truly elegant. Even when she is not making a public appearance (in front of the world), she is absolutely stunning.   
http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2011/03/the_kate_middleton_look_book.html#

 

 

 

heels to make your skip and heart jump

Although this weather has been temperamental, the sun is sure to start shining strong with an absence of rain (fingers crossed). Just recently, I came back from the lovely country of Spain, where the weather was beautiful and I was ABLE to wear heels outside without A) having my toes frozen off B) completely destroying the heel due to snow or ice and C) being looked at like I was insane (there are probably other reasons, however they seem to be the top three).
When I came back home, I was so inspired by the warm weather, that I bought myself two new pairs of cute wedge and cork heels, which are perfect for summer and nautical inspired (so hot.)
So, here are some amazing and beautiful heels, or cute shoes which would be perfect to complete any summer outfit.
Remember to keep your overall look simple for the DAY TIME. Either pair a busy outfit with a pair of subtle flats, or doll up a not so flashy pair of jeans and shirt with killer heels. Either way, trust your judgment on pairing things together, and always feel confident in whatever you choose to wear. Heels can make or break an outfit, but you yourself have to love it for it to ultimately be beautiful in your eyes.

LOOK 1

These fun and flirty shoes from Donna Karan New York can be paired with anything simple, from white to beige. Since their detail is so beautiful, try not to over do your outfit with anything busy, like a large pattern, or very textured fabric. Try and pair your outfit with a simple tote, like the one below.

 

Silk with Lotus Embroidery Platform Ankle Wrap Strappy Sandal, $1,290.00

DonnaKaran NewYork 

http://www.donnakaran.com/bags-and-shoes/shoes/815964/silk-with-lotus-embroidery-platform-ankle-wrap-strappy-sandal

TO COMPLEMENT:

 

Woven Leather Slim Tote $1,995.00

DonnaKaran NewYork

http://www.donnakaran.com/bags-and-shoes/bags/g111b10902/woven-leather-slim-tote

LOOK 2

These sexy and statement making shoes should definitely be worn in a way that shows off your killer legs, and obviously your heels. Either make your outfit super sexy, with a short white dress and minimal jewelry, or pair it with a fun and flirty bathingsuit coverup like the one below. Sling a simple tote over your shoulder, and you're good to go to the beach!

 

Buckle Strap Ankle Wedge $1405.00

Alturzarra

http://www.barneys.com/Buckle-Strap-Ankle-Wedge/501023337,default,pd.html?utm_source=shopstyle&utm_medium=cse 

 

Yellow Vintage Look Leather Satchel $76.00

http://us.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=33060&storeId=13052&productId=2373027&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=208705&parent_categoryId=208582&pageSize=20&refinements=category~[210027|208705]&noOfRefinements=1&siteID=J84DHJLQkR4-jxIxim7Y5..bs5mG4kgVkA&cmpid=usls_deeplink&_$ja=tsid:19905

 

Posy Floral Print Cotton Voile Playsuit $340.00

Zimmerman

http://www.net-a-porter.com/am/product/162201?cm_mmc=LinkshareUS-_-ProductFeed-_-Zimmermann-_-Jumpsuits&siteID=J84DHJLQkR4-y9aR3c.J_OPFliBH3MC_WQ

LOOK 3

This look is for more of the sleek and sexy type of woman, who loves sunbathing and looks European chic on the beach. She loves flashy and extravagant pieces, always looking for more sparkle. Here are some cute flats that you can wear virtually anywhere, and look absolutely stunning in. Pair it with a slinky beach wrap, and this sexy gold tote.  

 

Metal Cuffed Leather Sandals $785

Lanvin

http://www.net-a-porter.com/am/product/101533?cm_mmc=LinkshareUS-_-ProductFeed-_-Lanvin-_-Flats&siteID=J84DHJLQkR4-0q856gdplgWiNG3m4FY5nQ

 

Amalia Large Leather Shoulder Bag $1,490

Lanvin

http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/98762?cm_sp=we_recommend-_-98762-_-slot2

 

 

 

 

Beyonce for Harper's Bazaar in Paris

Having just returned home from Barcelona, Spain, I am completely obsessed with the European culture and the way of living over on the other side of the world. I had an amazing time driving around the country and seeing most of the hotspots. So from now on, I am going to feature world-ly news in fashion, highlighting on European events.

Beyonce was in Paris on Arpil 22 and completed an editorial photoshoot for Harper's Bazaar in Paris. She looks stunning in this floral sheer dress atop a balcony. Beyonce has always and will always have a sense of beautiful style and the utmost gorgeous figure. Here are some pictures from [http://justjared.buzznet.com/photo-gallery/2537407/beyonce-hearts-paris-07/]

1960's Inspired Photo Shoot

Recently, I was asked to complete a project which consisted of styling six cohesive looks which could be seen in an editorial spread in a magazine. My duties included sourcing the clothes, styling them in an attractive manner, hiring a professional model, photographer and makeup artist, and booking a location for the photoshoot. It was a crazy and intensely creative project which I will aboslutely do again in the future.
Credits:
Samantha B from Sutherland Model Works Division
Jennifer Clarke Stylist
Zach Garand from Supafly Productions
Nirvana Hair Studio and Salon in Port Hope
Acanthus Interiors in Port Hope

My vision for the photo shoot was to portray a woman in the 1960's, who spends her whole day prepping to greet her husband at the door after he has finished work, looking extremely polished and beautiful, presenting him with a scotch on the rocks. This woman is elegant, sophisticated and knows she is beautiful. I adequately named the shoot "Welcome Home Honey".
ENJOY! xx

Russian Fashion Week: The Extremities

I thought that Paris fashion shows were over the top, with their fantastic designs and whimsical theatrics. However, when it comes to extremities, Russian Fashion week is definitely on top. With its out of this world designers, and costumes, Russian Fashion week this year was definitely a spectacle to look at. I am memorized by the sheer beauty and creativity that went into each and every design. Here is a small selection of what we missed over on the other side of the world. 

All images and text below found at http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2011/04/russian_fashion_week.html?mid=373556&rid=422567937#photo=1x84549

 

Shiyan & Rudkovskaya show: Anna Chapman with a gun pointed  at Russian pop-star Dima Bilan.

Photo: Victor Boyko/Getty Images

 

A design by Yana and Anastasia Shevchenko, of YanaStasia.
Photo: Oleg Nikishin/Epsilon/Getty Images

 

A design by Alla Belchenkova.
Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

 

A design in the Young Designers Collective Show.
Photo: Dmitry Kostyukov/AFP/Getty Images

 

A design in the Young Designers Collective Show.
Photo: Dmitry Kostyukov/AFP/Getty Images

 

A design by Gulnara Karimova.
Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

 

A design in the Laboratoriya 13 show.
Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

 

Fashion designer Slava Zaitsev, after the Laboratoriya 13 show.
Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

 

A design by Konstantin Gayday.
Photo: Dmitry Kostyukov/AFP/Getty Images

 

A design by Mariya Tsuman, in the ContrFashion show.
Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

 

A design by Venera Kazarova, in the ContrFashion show.
Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

 

A design by David & Aleksander.
Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

 

A design by Slava Zaitsev.
Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

 

A design by Slava Zaitsev.
Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

 

A design by Slava Zaitsev.
Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images