elegantly waisted. buckle up this fall

I am back after taking time off from just about everything to focus 100 percent on planning a destination wedding... my wedding.. I will come back to that at a later date and I am going to begin posting about weddings and bridal inspiration, that I will discuss at a later date.  Now to notes on a fashion editor-in-chief, fall 2014 trends and rekindling a flame with items in your closet.

A few (or possibly more) months ago I became a bit obsessed with French Vogue editor- in-chief Emanuelle Alt's style (see above). After years of holding some what of a grudge against her due to my love for previous editor- in-chief Carine Roitfeld (silly but true I have been obsessed with her for as long as I can remember).

It was nearly impossible for me to avoid Ms. Alt, countless images of her popping up on every fashion and fashion street style blog, literally she was (and still is) everywhere. Soon I found myself mesmerized by her,  even going as far as to google image-ing her for outfit inspiration. The reason for my obsession--the effortless cool she exudes through her style, masculine elements put together in a way that is still sexy.

Each picture I came across, Alt, was perfectly put together yet exuding this care free-ness.  Her looks tend to be made up of practical classic pieces (I think style must be practical for our everyday lives --I need to be comfortable and I think people must be in order to function and exude confidence). I began visually dissecting each outfit and devising a formula for easy go to outfits (I hate spending hours changing it's much easier to have a go to formula).  One of the outfit's I saw quite a bit of on her was the belted blazer/ jacket look. I loved the way the blazer became a bit more feminine with the use of the belt. Accentuating the waist on a blazer and putting a spin on outerwear as part of the outfit. She would pair this look with either pumps or kitten heeled boots. I took note of this look and decided this fall I would wear it.. Soon enough the fall shows came and this styling trick had become a trend.

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images via style.com[/caption]

This belted blazer/ jacket look appeared in just about every fall 2014 collection (where you can see my favorite looks). Clearly, I will not be the only one sporting this ensemble in the fall.  Perhaps you will join this movement reinventing those items you already have in your closet and getting more use out of your belt/belts. You can begin now by belting a cardigan --practice makes perfect..

[caption id="attachment_2564" align="alignnone" width="183"] Emmanuelle Alt[/caption]

*side note--I recommend using a woven belt or adding a few holes to your leather belts to make them bigger to belt over the jackets/etc. You can purchase a belt hole puncher, or go to your local shoe repair shop.

iimages via tommyton, style.com, pinterest, garance doré

designer love in barcelona-martin lamothe

Just recently I moved to Barcelona. In July my boyfriend at the time asked me to marry him. I said yes, then he got accepted to his dream Business School in Barcelona- the next life changing question he asked was “will you move to Barcelona with me?”  At first I hesitated- leaving my work family, friends,city and life-- I thought it over long and hard and gladly accepted. As a person who loves to travel and explore different cultures, foods, art and of course fashion designers—I came along with him. It is temporary and when would I ever have another opportunity like this again?

So here I am. I have been scouting out Barcelona's  shops, museums, spas, streets, architecture, restaurants,  studying Spanish, discovering this new world of Spanish fashion magazines, fashion labels, photographers,designers and life in general. I have met so many wonderful artists, designers and photographers from here and worked on some amazing shoots. In the midst of all of this was I recently styled a shoot for one of my favorite publications located here in Barcelona, IT fashion. This online magazine featuring fashion news, art, new designers (both internationally and in Barcelona), and features the work of new talent photographers and stylists in their editorial section.

In preparation for a shoot I styled for IT I came across and exceptional label, Martin Lamothe, by Elena Martín. A brilliant designer, creative director, teacher, and person. I met with her in her studio here in Barcelona on an appointment to select clothing for this shoot. I was astonished by not only the designs and quality of the garments, but the textiles and for some —functionality . One of the various works of art I tried on was a stunning black cape made of a parachute like material -- Elana proceeded to explain and show me that this garment was not only a cape. She pulled a few ties and snapped a few buttons— and vôila --the cape turned in  to a pair of wide leg trousers. We began talking more as I tried on other pieces from her incredible collection archive. Being the curious one I am I had countless questions-she began to tell me that not only is she a designer for her own label, she also makes her own textiles and teaches fashion courses at a post graduate school here in Barcelona. In addition, Elena develops textiles and does design direction for other international brands.  Last week I received a message from her inviting me to attend her Fall/Winter 2014 show in Madrid, I happened to be going there for the weekend so it worked out wonderfully—either way I would have attended!

The show began with a curtain slowly opening to 7 silhouettes lined up with wide brimmed hats beautifully contrasting against the white background. Presenting another version of the strong slightly masculine yet sexy Martin Lamothe women. The lights slowly rose and the ladies began to trot down the runway one by one. I was on the edge of my seat—my eye’s devouring every detail in a trance as each mysterious lady walked by.
This collection was a perfect mesh of sporty elements turned in sexy yet sophisticated shapes. Brilliant black textures —rubbery, leather,shiny and matte textiles with the perfect finishes. Kimono like jackets of leather translated in to clean geometric lines paired with wide leg leather pants that just hit the ankle. Leather tops with interesting pleated necklines, paired with leather skirts that just skimmed the ankle - also trimmed with this fine interesting pleated trim at the bottom. Tops and coats of leather were finely detailed resembling a sort of armor-perhaps something that Joan of Arc would have worn if she existed today. Wonderful over coats of leather paired with skirts that just hit the knee and beautiful turtlenecks in various black textiles paired with incredible over the knee leather boots and pointed toe loafer like heels. 



The shoes were also stunning designer by Pilar Burgos —especially the boots designer by —I LOVE them, they were pointed toe leather boots that went over the knee in a geometric gray, white and black almost tile-like pattern. The show closed to the Velvet underground’s Shiny boots of leather.  The perfect song for this collection in terms of feel, the girl this season and of course—the boots and shiny leather.

Each one of Martin Lamothe’s pieces (even the most basic--or those that appear to be) have a story, having so many special and subtle details in each and every garment. Martin Lamothe’s pieces are modern yet timeless, and each one special and unique. At the moment I want a pair of the leather pants for sure, one of the black leather skirts, and definitely a jacket (I have a jacket obsession) I can not wait to go in to the studio and select some pieces of my own and analyze every piece—I will certainly keep you posted.

FEATHERED. outfit's to wear this holiday season

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here are some reasons to wear feathers. inspirations and outfit's below (and above). add some feathered frocks, and or accessories to your wardrobe. they add a bit of  flair, and individuality in to every look. your entrances sure to make a beautiful statements. a glamorous touch to each ensemble. i will be purchasing some of these below pieces to wear out on the town this month, and in to the new year.

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1. marie turnor bag

2. paul andrew feathered shoe

3.zara skirt with fluted hem

4.faux leather safari jacket

5.elizabeth cole earrings

6. combined top

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1. v-neck grey sweater

2.fabric beaded collar

3.feathered skirt

4.high heeled ankle boot sandal 

5.cropped biker jacket

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1. american vintage, long sleeved tee

2.forget me knot scarf

3.cat bird, tomboy first knuckle ring

4.cat bird, knuckle ring

5. acne, petra boot

6.studded chain belt

7.meli melo bag

8.mother denim, jeans

9. feathered jacket

10. club monaco, set of 3 pairs of earrings 

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1. embellished sleeve grey sweater

2.row of rhinestones cuff earring

3. cheap monday, bren jacket

4.mermaid skirt

5.nina ricci feathered cuff

6.nail ring

7. jas mb clutch

8.bullet silver ring set 

9. acne, grey closed toe pump

[caption id="attachment_2486" align="aligncenter" width="595"] photo by SolveSundsbo, image via fashion gone rogue[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_2485" align="aligncenter" width="595"] the feathered dress[/caption]

1. clare vivier, fold over clutch

2.blushing ambition, pink biker jacket

3.feathered hanging earrings

4. pistol stilleto boot

5. feather fluff dress

Dreaming Of Another Era

It's been a long time..I have been working quite a bit styling various editorials for different publications. . Here is a recent story I worked on for The Lab Magazine shot by the incredibly talented photographer Ira Chernova .  Beauty and hair by Erin Green. The amazingly beautiful model is Charlie @ Next . We shot this story on in my neighborhood. NYC'S upper east side. I hope you like the images as much as I do... :) x I will continue to keep you posted on my shoots and stylish obsessions. until then have a great weekend.

the shape of things to come..a fashion story

photographer; emese tot

stylist; lexyrose boiardo

makeup; yuco kokita

hair; susan oludele

models; alina and rian at red nyc

trying to find the perfect shoe? i just did (it)...

so i just purchased these sky high nike dunks you can actually slam dunk in.. (they give you height--). they are exactly what look for in a shoe(or wedge.or sneaker) ... they are comfortable (yes i always write about and seek comfort), versatile ( in style, color, and season), practical, and easy to run around and work in....oh and at a good price!

i love the look of a sneaker, but at times i find that a wedge or heel is so much more flattering on the legs (particularly when wearing super skinny jeans) this is the perfect solution. this nike sky high sneaker is now staple in my wardrobe. i have been wearing them every day, and i am going to continue to wear them through fashion week.... this pair i got is the nike and liberty collaboration. you can get them here, there are also many other versions. i recommend you get them..just do it. you will be happy you did. xox

some girls..a fashion story

SOME GIRLS..

photos by emese tot

styling by lexyrose boiardo/ myself

makeup and hair by natalie miller

models; sara gardner@ boss models and Melanie @red model management

knit caps, american apparel. stacked swarovski rings anna belen nyc. sweath shirts, champion. cross swarovski stud earring anna belen . nyc, ring stylists own. leather motorcycle jacket, balenciaga



stud earrings anna belen nyc. distressed jeans,levis. cardigan sweater, zara. tee-shirt, sandro. sneakers, nike . (model on right) white oxford shirt, j.crew. hooded zip up sweatshirt, james perse. denim skirt, junya watanabe. chain link bracelet, chrome hearts. name plate bracelet, stylists own. rings, stylists own. brown leather shoes with tassel, dr marten x comme des garçons.



stud earrings anna belen nyc. distressed jeans,levis. cardigan sweater, zara. tee-shirt, sandro. sneakers, nike . (model on right) white oxford shirt, j.crew. hooded zip up sweatshirt, james perse. denim skirt, junya watanabe. chain link bracelet, chrome hearts. name plate bracelet, stylists own. rings, stylists own. brown leather shoes with tassel, dr marten x comme des garçons.

knit cap, american apparel. long pinstripe coat, dolce and gabbana. jeans, levi's. cashmere men's v-neck sweater, lore piana. sweatshirt champion. sneakers, new balance. (on right) sweat shirt, american apparel.  white coat, balenciaga. distressed jeans, sandro. shoes, dr marten x comme des garçons.



knit cap, american apparel. chain necklace, ASOS. men's cashmere v-neck sweater, j.crew. pinstripe jacket, dolce and gabbana. (on right) sweatshirt, champion. hooded sweatshirt, vince. white jacket, balenciaga. rings , ann belen nyc .

(on left) stud earring, ann belen nyc. sweat shirt, champion. camoflogue vest, club monaco. jeans, mother denim. (right) sweatshirt, champion. army jacket, j.crew. jeans, mother denim

knit hats, tee-shirt dresses and sweatshirts american apparel. motorcycle jackets, balenciaga. rings ann belen nyc.