October 31, 2010

FRINGE Is Your Friend

Ladies, like it or not FRINGE has made a comeback.  For some reason many of us are cautious when it comes to the fringe.  What comes to mind is western and costume and not necessarily luxury.  Last year around this time I purchased my fringe form fitting cocktail dress which I can't get by wearing without atleast one person calling it my "flapper" dress. 

This season I'm embracing last year's dress as well as getting fringe wherever I can because I'm here to tell you.... FRINGE is your friend.  Buy it, wear it and LOVE it.  Here are some of my favorites out there now at a great price!

















 


From one fashion enthusiast to another don't forget everyday is a new adventure--Dress like it!

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October 25, 2010

ShoptheLook to the Rescue!

Have you ever browsed through one of your many magazines and come across an accessory that you absolutely can't live without?  You spend countless hours searching the web for it but finally give up?  Search NO more... and check out: ShoptheLook.Net

ShoptheLook provides access to accessories featured in your favorite magazines but the BEST part?  Everything is at an AMAZING price!  Accessories make or break your outfit so have FUN, be BOLD and SHOP!  Here are my recent picks from ShoptheLook.  I'm addicted and you will be too so check it out!


I love this necklace!  Whether I'm wearing it out for the evening or with a tee shirt and jeans, it's FABULOUS!


Stretch rings are my favorite!  No matter the size of the ring the stretch ring always feels comfortable on your finger plus I'm always a fan of leopard print
 From one fashion enthusiast to another don't forget everyday is a new adventure--Dress like it!

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September 6, 2010

Embrace Being a Lady This Fall...

HELLO AGAIN!!! agirl2shop4u is alive and well.  She has just been MIA in her recent move to Hong Kong (more to come on agirl2shop4u in Asia ;)) but she is back!!!

For now let's get straight to the trend for Fall that has been on my mind lately and we are seeing it from big name brands all over the world. What I like to call Ladylike and Lustful at the same time.  No more is the "dirty" casual glam rock of the highest priority on the fashion list however this season it's all about embracing being a lady.

The fashion house that embodied all that is Ladylike and Lustful in Fall 10 is Prada. A nod to the 50's and what it is to dress like a woman.  All looks that went down the runway were classic: bold silhouettes in dresses, full skirts, and just a touch of ruffle. Looks that embraced the figure of a woman while also showing just a little bit of skin. 

Prada Display Window in Central Hong Kong

So now the question...how to apply this look to your wardrobe?  What to look for?  And...above all where to find it at the right price?

Personally in these adding pieces to my fall wardrobe I look for 2 things:
1. Dresses in bold silhouettes that accentuate the figure
2. Full A-line skirts with feminine appeal

Here are a few of my favorites anywhere between $30 and $240...

DRESSES
WHAT TO LOOK FOR: Dresses with higher neckline and boat neck should be shorter in length while dresses with lower neckline should be full in the bottom and longer in length

(Removable halter strap so you can wear it two ways!)

Nordstroms Maggy London Silk Dress $148

SKIRTS
WHAT TO LOOK FOR: A-line, A-line, A-line!  The more volume the better! Pair it with a tucked in button up woven with military inspired pockets and rolled sleeves OR with a camisole and cardigan. 
(Wear it anyway you want!  This skirt has bendable metal so you create the shape)



From one fashion enthusiast to another don't forget everyday is a new adventure-- Dress like it!

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May 23, 2010

All Eyes on San Francisco Designer Danielle Pettee

Danielle in her SF Studio

"Leather to me is like diamonds." The words of Danielle Pettee as we sat in her San Francisco studio late last week looking through her new line just recently shown in Charity Fashion Show, the largest fashion show on the West Coast.  I couldn't agree with her more.  For me her dresses were love at first sight not only because they are absolutely fashion forward but the detail and craftsmanship alone is why I decided I had to have one.

In this most recent collection Danielle's hand painted fabrics and leather detailing make each and every piece one of a kind.

My favorite piece from the collection and personal purchase



Incredible leather detailing

Handpainted fabrics throughout the collection

Feminine on edge detailing

The designers most recent collection and wall of INSPIRATION

For your next custom dress needs be sure to contact Danielle the Dressmaker 

From one fashion enthusiast to another don't forget everyday is a new adventure--Dress like it!

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