Matthew Williamson Collection premiere's at H&M tomorrow!

The big day has almost arrived. Tomorrow, the most anticipated summer collection at H&M will premiere in stores across the globe.

Matthew Williamson is known for his colorful prints and graphics. He never fails to bring the joy of spring time to womens wear. On April 23, we'll be able to view the collection for ourselves in 200 stores worldwide. In the summer, he will bring this same joy to his first ever menswear line and another line of womens wear, which is set to debut May 14. Just in case some of you have not heard of Matthew Williamson, he designed Kelis's wedding dress.
Williamson's collection is covered in peacock feathers, studs and colorful, graphic prints. It seems like many of the pieces are made from satin fabric.

I love colorful pieces, especially in the spring & summer. I cannot wait to go to H&M tomorrow to see what all the rave is about.
About Matthew Williamson - Matthew Williamson burst onto the London fashion scene in 1997, with a colour-drenched collection modelled by Kate Moss, Helena Christensen and Jade Jagger. Since then, Williamson has brought the party lifestyle of the global traveller to the catwalk, an Ibizan spirit of colour and freedom that he now shows at New York Fashion Week. His clothes are worn regularly by celebrities such as Sienna Miller, Keira Knightley, Kate Hudson and Gwyneth Paltrow, and last year he was honoured with an exhibition at the Design Museum in London - “Matthew Williamson - 10 Years in Fashion”.

Fashion Alert: BCBG Max Azria, Bebe Sunglasses & EcoSkin on Sale

In case you missed my previous post on HauteLook - Hautelook is an invitation only website where you can get designer items for less. I am really excited today because two of my favorite brands are on sale today: Bebe & BCBG Max Azria. In addition, I am also excited about EcoSkin because I have been looking for organic clothing at more reasonable costs. I guess today is the day!

If you would like an invitation to check out these exclusive sales on Hautelook - please drop me a line with your email address. But hurry!!!! This sale ends tomorrow at 11:00 pm!

I am diggin her style: Ciara at the Nylon Magazine 10th Anniversary Celebration

Ciara attend the 10th anniversary celebration of Nylon Magazine at Thompson LES on March 31, 2009 in New York City. She looks absolutely fabulous in that gray layered skirt. I love how she accessorized it with the red leather gloves. Very cute!

(Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images). Content © 2009 Getty Images . All rights reserved.

Victoria Beckham Launches new dress collection

I absolutely love Victoria beckham's new dress collection that just launched. I saw a few pieces during Spring Fashion Week and have been anxiously awaiting for the collection to be launched. Even though I will never be able to purchase one (the cheapest I've found is $900), they are still beautiful dresses. What do you think?

Spring Dresses

summer time - by carlitapitts on Polyvore.com

At last! Spring has officially arrived. I am so excited about the warm weather approaching. One thing about me is that I love dresses. Especially those that have a lot of personality. I love all kinds of prints, colors, materials - whatever compliments my body shape and skin tone. I made a collage of some of my favorite dresses I found on the web. Let me know what you think of them.

Moody Mondays: Makeup tips to bring back spring glow....

I am sooo happy that it is now March 2nd Spring is near!! Only 19 days until Spring officially arrives. I couldn't be happier. So of course thatmeans it's time for more shopping for clothes, shoes, accessories and of course beauty products. If you are anything like me, the winter season can wreak havoc on your skin. What can you to bring that beautiful glowing skin back?

I found an article in the Northwest Herald newspaper (http://www.nwherald.com/) that gives some good tips on how to bring that glow back.

Check it out:

Spring makeup brings out the rosy glow that winter takes away.
The beach is months away and your face is showing the distance.
Pasty, dry winter skin cries out for a glow and achieving the luminous bloom of spring is possible with expert tips and the right products.

Go for the glow

Kimara Ahnert, of the Kimara Ahnert Makeup Studio in New York City, says to begin the glow regimen with a skincare masque to hydrate dull, dehydrated winter skin.
“It stimulates the skin, bringing a natural, healthy glow that will enhance the look of any makeup product,” she says.
Richard Class, makeup artist at bluemercury in Lincoln Park, favors tinted moisturizer as foundation and suggests going a shade darker than your natural complexion to add warmth.

Bronzer is essential

Cover Girl celebrity makeup artist Molly R. Stern suggests applying a light dusting of bronzer where the sun would naturally hit the face – cheek bones, bridge of nose, forehead and chin.

Stay away from terracotta orange bronzers of the past and opt for more natural brown tones.

Ahnert also likes illuminators in cream or powder form that add glow to the skin on tops of cheekbones and on the forehead.

Don’t be obvious

Class favors the look of rosy pink blush worn under bronzer.
“It gives the illusion of a burn,” he says, mimicking an afternoon spent in the sun. His vision for spring calls for flawless, porcelain skin and a glowy, almost doll-like look. He says the obvious makeup look is gone: Think Reese Witherspoon, not Dita Von Teese.

Eyes should shimmer

Eyes for spring are awash in light, luminescent finishes, not heavy liner and dark shadows. Ahnert suggests neutral shades like copper, gold or champagne lit with sparkle to flatter all skin tones and ages. Adding a touch of shine to the eyes’ inner corners via an almost-white, shimmery powder or cream will make them pop, she says. Class also favors a bare-eyed look, with minimal shadow and a coat of mascara, to allow glowing skin to take center stage.

Brush your lips
Let your toothbrush get lips started for spring. A gentle brush exfoliates dry lips and gives a plumping effect, Ahnert says.
She likes glossy lips but opts for a lipstick formula: “The color is richer, smoother and lasts longer.”
A bit of neutral shimmery eye shadow drawn very subtly over the top lip can accentuate the shape, she says. Using a pearly gloss dabbed just in the center of the lip makes them look fuller, too.

Spring’s flush of colors
Glowing, soft and feminine are all buzzwords for the face of spring 2009.

Here are the colors that will get you there:

Check out the rest of the article here:

http://www.nwherald.com/articles/2009/02/02/75089742/index.xml

Pink Diamond Shopping Exclusive - RueLaLa.com

A friend of mine just sent me an invitation to a shopping website called Ruelala. If you are like me and love to purchase designer brands suck as Diane Von Furstenberg, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Yves St Laurent, Seven, Charles David (who I love by the way) and many many more for discount prices - then Ruelala is for you.
They will feature a few private boutique sales for a short amount of time. You have to be a member to view the sales and to shop...but being a member is free! The only catch is that this is an invitation only website...but it's your lucky day, because I'm a member and I'm inviting you!!!
All you need to do is a post a comment with your email address and I will deliver!

Private boutique sales happening now:

I am digging......

These new pieces on Shopbop.com. Great items to add to your spring wardrobe!

Rebecca Minkoff Stripe Rendezvous Clutch
Moschino Cheap & Chic Jacket -- I love the jacket with the khaki shorts! Very cute!

Mason by Michelle Mason Corset Shorts - I have to grab a pair of these shorts!

My absolute favorite (on the left) The Bueeau Soleil Slouch Dress..Too cute & comfy!

What's hot this spring? Jumpsuits

I want to take this time to apologize for my lack of posts. I had a death in my family and had a difficult time trying to find the energy and motivation to write. Nevertheless, I am back and ready to report my fashion finds.
Ever since I saw the short jumpsuit romper at Kaight NYC, I have been on the hunt for a really cute jumpsuit to rock this spring. Of course, I can always count on my favorite online boutique ASOS.com to have exactly what I am looking for.
Check them out:

Vila Jumpsuit
Vero Moda Loose Shirt Jumpsuit

Lipsy Zip Front Bandeau Jumpsuit

French Connection Zippy Play Suit

Guess who was Fly Girl of the week?

That's right me! In January, Fly Girls one of the hottest fashion and design blogs on the planet selected me as Fly Girl of the Week. I am so excited to be nominated as a Fly Girl. Check out my article:
http://flygirls.typepad.com/fly/2009/01/fgotw-2.html

I'm digging her style - Style Profile: Lauren London

Lauren London looks absolutely stunning in a black ruffle dress at the premier of Cadillac Records. Lauren always look so chic! She is gorgeous! Go Lauren!

Holiday Glam.... Red lips ROCK!!!

I apologize to all for SERIOUSLY lacking posts... but you know how the Holiday season is... every minute is filled with parties, reunions, meetings, shopping, eating blah, blah, blah. Although this is my favorite time of year it seems that it's hard to have a minute to myself.

Once again, MAC Cosmetics has released my favorite holiday line of makeup. We all know that red is the traditional color for the holiday season - so Passions of Red - is the perfect line to add to your collection this season. Not only is red super sexy and uber glamorous - it makes your teeth look white without visiting the dentist.

The trick to having luscious red lips is knowing how to pick the right shade. I have compiled some tips to help you out:

First things first. You need to figure out what tone range you fall into. Are you a cool blue red or a warm orange red? To figure this out, just look in the mirror at your complexion.

Step 2: If you’re fair, then you would benefit from colors in the cool blue red range, which helps brightened up skin and balances out tonality, while creating a “depth of lip,” with the rich, deep red that will be beautiful against fair skin. Colors in the warm orange red range would be too glaringly bright for fairer complexions.

Step 3: For medium to darker skin tones, a red from the orange red family will work best on this skin color. Orange-based reds are punchier and are for people who can handle attention--because of the intensity of the color. Warmer/darker complexions have an innate brightness to their skin. An orange red lipstick would create more light and depth to darker skin, which helps balances out its own tonality. If a dark complexion were to wear a blue red color, it would be too cool in tone and sallow out the skin.

Step 4: Once you figure out which color range you fall into (cool or warm), then it’s time to play and experiment with different hues of red. Since red is such a strong pigment, you just need to dab a little on your finger and apply it to the lip.

Step 5: Lightly blot your lips to remove excess color. This will ensure that you see the true color on your lips.

Step 6: You can apply strips of color onto your hand to compare all the different shades, but it won’t be as accurate on the skin of your hands as it would be if you apply it directly to your lips.

Step 7: After you have sampled one red on your lips, remove it with some makeup remover poured onto a tissue and rub it off or simply use a disposable makeup remover cloth.

Step 8: Repeat the above steps in trying out another red and wiping it fully off before you start again with yet another shade of red.

Step 9: Continue playing around with the different shades until you find one that perfectly suits your face and complexion.

For some application tips, click here: http://www.temptalia.com/tutorial-how-to-apply-red-lips-holiday-makeup

source: ehow.com - http://www.ehow.com/how_2287466_pick-perfect-red-lipstick.html

Monday Style Obsession: Bebe Outerwear & More

I went shopping at a local Bebe Store this weekend looking for some new winter clothes. As soon as I walked in the store - I couldn't keep my eyes off of these two coats. AARRGGHHH I love them both so much! Very Sexy & Very Chic. The best thing is that they are both 30% off in stores, but not online. I am definitely grabbing one of these three. Haute!!!

Bebe Triple Tier Wool Coat
Bebe Triple Tier Wool Coat
Bebe Patent Trimmed Wool Coat
Bebe Patent Trimmed Wool Coat

Bebe Double Ruffle Wool Coat

Bebe Embellished Sweater - not Outerwear but I LOVE IT!!!!

Daily Obsession- ASOS Military Jacket Naomi Campbell Style

I saw this military jacket style on Naomi Campbell and absolutely loved it. Of course I assumed that I wouldn't be able to find it anywhere on my budget. To my surprise I found it on one of my favorite shopping websites - http://www.asos.com/. I would pair this up with some sexy jeans and 3 inch heels. Too cute!!

Web Spotlight: Love colour-love tights.com

Colour lovers, your dreams have come true.

Love colour-love tights.com, the online hosiery shop with an unbeatable selection of colours and patterns, today announces its official launch in the UK.

As the name suggests…it’s all about colour. It’s about patterns and prints too, but above all it’s about choice. With over 1,200 lines stocked in our easy-to-navigate online shop, there is something for every look, every occasion and every personality. From the latest fashion must-haves to timeless classics, our range of tights, leggings, socks and much more is sure to cover every wish list.

For more information visit www.lovecolour-lovetights.com

Internet Spotlight: TooSexyJeans.Com

As much as I love shopping, the item that I dread shopping for the most is jeans. I can never find the right fit they are either too low, too high, too tight, too big -- so much drama. Since, I am an apple shaped gal (the most dreaded shape of all) it is REALLY a challenge to find a nice pair of jeans. Why is it so hard to find a nice pair of jeans that hugs your body in the right places without spending a fortune? AAARRRGGGHHHHH!

Well I found an online retailer - http://www.toosexyjeans.com/ that specializes in selling jeans - and not just any jeans. They sell those sexy jeans that we all spend hours in the store looking for. The best thing about them is that the jeans are affordable. We no longer have to spend $200 - $300 on True Religion & Seven Jeans just to get a nice sexy fit.

Check them out - http://www.toosexyjeans.com/ and let me know what you think!

Style Obsessions: What I want now!

Irregular Choice Stripe Patent Fold Over Shoe - Asos.com
Botkier Large Slouch Hobo - Asos.com

My absolute favorite -- a must have -- ASOS leather Side Stud Boot - Asos.com