AWARD SHOWS' BEST DRESSED CONVERTED TO REAL LIFE STYLES?

Last night's SAG Awards revealed stunning beauties who left their fashion footprints on the red carpet before collecting their film award. I found myself oohing and ahhing along with the crowd and the host as the actors and actresses strutted their assests down the isle. We all anxiously wait on the awards for one thing only...the red carpet fashion. Last night's SAG Awards displayed actresses and performers in their best gowns; some of which were strapless, sequin, one-shoulder, and off-shoulder. There were bold, bright, soft pastel colors and prints that were to die for! The honorable Meryl Streep, Kate Hudson, Sandra Bullock, Marion Cotillard, Lea Michele, Diane Kruger, and Kyra Sedgwick are just a few of my top favorites that rocked their looks to the fullest (head to toe).
I love the award shows and what they have to offer, but can they really be used as a meaurement for future fashion trends? High-profiled actresses are expected to wear beautiful and expensive gowns, and sometimes that makes it impossible to convert to a local style for people like you and me.Therefore, I do not think that award shows are good measurements for future fashion trends. What do you think?

ICONIC PICKS FOR THE COMING SEASON

Leather skirts and dresses, lace, studs, bright-colored hold-u-in skirts...they're here and bolder than ever! Are you prepared for what Spring has to offer this year? Here are a few iconic looks we will all be in love with this year. Enjoy!

DOWNTOWN SACRAMENTO'S CREATIVE CROWD

So the beau and I went out for brunch at Orphan yesterday (Great food by the way). While conversing among ourselves I noticed how creative the crowd was with their style of fashion---from the waiters and waitresses, down to customers. Everyone had their own unique individual style, and it was so refreshing to see that.  I've never seen so many different styles of women's peacoats in one setting---from short to long to leather to frilly. Then came the the spandex pants with a pair of winter gladiator peep-toe shoes. Wow, someone that's actually not tucking their pants in their boots this time? Beenies were also accessorized wickedly (good in British) on both sexes, and the eyewear required some double-takes as well. Not only is Orphan a great eatery for breakfast/brunch, it also brought out the creative spirits of Downtown, Sacramento. Moments like this is what makes me love fashion even more.
Cheers to the creative minds of fashion!

Check out Orphan for breakfast/brunch between 8a.m.-2p.m. during the week, and 8a.m.-3p.m. on Saturdays:
http://www.yelp.com/biz/orphan-breakfast-house-sacramento

FASHION TRENDS OF THE 90'S VS. THE NEW MILLENIUM

We've came such  a long ways fashion-wise, but in the last twenty years alone there has been some unforgettable fads that have came and gone; and still few linger around. Currently, we are in the era of skinny jeans, oversized shoulder bags, waist-belts, high-waisted trousers, skirts, and shorts, vintage sweaters paired with leggings and knee-high or ankle boots, pencil skirts, frilly shirts; tweed, herringbone, and plaid coats, over-sized sunglasses for mild or extremely bright weather, etc. To get to where we are now, there was the fad from yesterday (the fad of the 90's). In those days, not long ago, we lived through the acid-wash/stone-wash jeans ("90210" and "Saved by the Bell"), belly shirts, jelly shoes, fanny pack, ESPRIT wear, hot- colored leggings and bicycle shorts paired with long white shirts, rolled up socks, and L.A. Gear light-ups; M.C. Hammer pants, cut-off shorts, Jordache, Keds, Fila, Converse (a.k.a. Chuck Taylors), etc. 
So what was the difference between fashion of the 90's compared to that of the new millenium? To me, fashion in the 90's was an era of fads. When a certain look arrived, everyone followed. The new millenium however, is an era of "creativity." In the early 2000's there was a slight fad, but after people started understanding the beauty of fashion they also started to contribute their own individual tastes. That is what fashion is all about even in the new decade.
With that said, look out for new trends in the coming season. One trend that I sense will have a major impact is the trend of "studs," whether it be studded racer-back tangtops, pumps, clutches, or dresses---studs are definitely the next big thing of the season. You don't have to go out and purchase all of these of you don't already have them, but atleast acquire one to incorporate with what you already have in your closet.

A-C-C-E-S-S-O-R-I-Z-E, Correctly Please!

Haven't we all been in that place where we've seen the next woman work her outfit with so much dignity and confidence that it made us want to get the same one? There is one slight problem however; she makes a slight turn only for us to see that she is NOT working the accesories! What do we say then? "Oh, I'm really going to get that outfit now, and my accessories will be on pointttt." Even the most confident divas and fashionistas are guilty of that at one time or another. So how do you like to accessorize?  I'm more on the simple side when it comes to accessorizing. I don't like to have too much going on, but I still like to stand out in class when I attend a social event. The picture shown are accessories I would actuially wear with a knee-length, slim fit, black strapless dress.  I also love my stilletos, clutches, and a bangle or two.
One of my pet-peeves is seeing a lovely woman all dressed up out at night---with a shoulder bag. FASHION EMERGENCY. Being out at night automatically calls for a clutch. That's an unspoke rule (women code).Not all clutches are made only for glamourous occassions. There are many clutches (small, medium, or over-sized) that can be worn with pants or skirts, and a nice evening blouse or an elegant top of your choice. You don't have to attend a formal event to wear a clucth or other accessories, but make sure you are represented with much style and grace.

MIX 'N MATCH: MAN'S PURSE WITH WOMAN'S STYLE

This morning, a major fashion topic about "man purses" caught my eyes and forced me into a spiraling thought as to how this look can be incorporated into women's fashion as well. Yes, I guess men wear them too. Hearing the words "purse" and "man" in the same sentence wasn't something I wanted to imagine, but after seeing the male models show off their own individual man purse, the idea was not so bad after all. This look, if worn properly, can be pulled off quite well and is something I wouldn't mind seeing my significant other in. The "man purse" can also be worn by women in our own unique way(s). Mix this with a pair of stone-washed ripped jeans, a simple shirt (wife-beater preffered), layered with a boyfriend blazer, and a pair of sexy stiletto pumps. Top this look off with the man purse slung across your chest, and you'll be ready for a "day" out with the girls.

BATTLE OF THE BOOTS

'Tis the season to bring them out...knee highs, mid calf's, closed toe, peep toe, stiletto heeled, flats...whatever you prefer, it's time to bring the boots out! While shopping for boots for this season, I noticed there is a tremendous shortage of pointy toed styles. This year consists of more round toed styles along with stacked platform heels. If you have a pair of pointy toed boots in your closet, please save them as they may be very handy during times like this.

Remember that boots can be worn in many different ways: with dresses, skirts, buttoned up knee-length pea coats along with fish net stockings, shorts (with knee/thigh high boots), and pants(over or under when worn with jeans) and (under) when worn with dress pants. I've came into contact with a particular individual who consistently tucks in her dress pants into her boots. At no time is this ever acceptable! This ladies, is not an innovation in the fashion world, instead it's a major fashion FLOP.

DRESS ACCORDINGLY

Ladies,

It's that time of the year again!

You know, the time for all of us to dedicate ourselves to the high bars we've set for our New Year's resolution(s) . To some, the new year is the beginning of a new and healthy diet, while others might be revamping their closets to make room for the "new you." While creating that new self image of yours please remember one thing; "dress accordingly." Once you follow that motto, you will be a-okay. It is important to keep your professional life separate from your private life. If you are heading to work, please dress accordingly. If you are heading to a social event with friends, please dress accordingly. It is okay to throw a blazer on with your jeans and a pair of sexy pumps, but it is never okay, and I repeat "never okay" to wear club attire to work. Before you leave your home, ask yourself if you are dressed accordingly. If you are not quite sure, chances are, you're not. Go back into your closet, put on something appropriate, and call it a day!