Girls night out

Urban Flats in Jacksonville, FL is a great spot to hang out after work and unwind with a glass of wine. Usually there is a DJ playing the latest tracks (and some old school) with plenty of people on the dance floor grooving to the music. Just recently I caught up with a couple of friends who were out having a good time looking fabulous.

Fiechia Crosby, fellow blogger. Check out her blog: Teal Talk With Fee

This outfit goes from office attire to "after 5" wear by removing the jacket. The yellow is a perfect color for the summer and the material is easy-breezy.

Dress - Forever 21

Shoes - Old Navy

Monica Roberts, a President with Ardyss International - looking fierce in a fun top and killer heels - just check the heels.

Fringed top - Stein Mart

Shoes - Vera Wang

The picture quality is not the greatest, the photos were taken with a camera phone, however I still had to spotlight these ladies looking fabulous out on the town.

Dooney & Bourke

Launched in 1975, this company does not compromise on material; all handbags are made of the finest leather and comes with an "iron clad guarantee". I recently went on the Dooney website to see what new handbags were available.

These 3 handbags are perfect, especially for Fall, in the colors I selected: 



Dillen II with tan trim side pocket satchel. Color: Ivy. $278

Magnetic satchel. Color: Natural. $395

This bag is my favorite. Florentine satchel. Color: moss. $398



There are tons of bags to choose from with even more color choices. While browsing the site, do not forget to sign up to possibly win a free Dooney.

Dorothy Perkins

 Dorothy Perkins has been around for over 90 yrs and is one of the biggest fashion retailers in the UK. Sizes ranging from (US) 2 to 18, and a wide range of collections including: Dresses, Shoes, Jewelry, Accessories & much more. Dorothy Perkins provides affordable, feminine fashion and thanks to the internet you can order online at: www.dorothyperkins.com

Coral crochet detail $35

Black Jersey $28

Cream belted cowl neck $49

Coral strap $27

Navy ponte pencil $39

These dresses are all under $50 (US) and check out there accessories to compliment any outfit all at a reasonable price.

Litter

Rachael and Mackenzie are two sisters who appeared on season 3 of Shark Tank. They were seeking a small investment to expand their one-of-a-kind body and shoe jewelry design company. Daymond John (of Fubu) and Mark Cuban took a chance and invested in their dream. Since then, their pieces have been in numerous magazines, on the runway, in music videos and on celebrities. Selita Ebanks, who has a swimsuit line called Sass, partnered with the ladies for BET's rip the runway.

Free People jewelry (see more chain jewelry)

Designer Karen Millen

When lace started to make a fashion come-back I was very anti - for a good reason - I thought. In my last post I mentioned the "flower power" jeans and why I felt they were not a stylish trend. With lace, I just wonder why anyone would want to wear their parents' curtains from the 80s. There is something about embroidered fabric that screams dated home decor. This is how I felt until I stumbled upon the London based designer, Karen Millen.  She designs everything a girl could want in her closet, from casual to glamorous, fabulous statement pieces. I browsed her website for hours drooling over her dresses and this one is a favorite - Yes - it has lace.

Karen Millen lace dress on sale for $250.00

You don't have to live in the UK to purchase a Karen Millen one-of-a-kind signature piece; You can go to her website Karen Millen. Going on right now there is an end of season sale, up to 70% off.  I've now changed my opinion on the lace trend as long as it's a Karen Millen design.

Jeanious or not so much

Let me start by saying: I love jeans - love, love, love jeans! Jeans to me is like comfort food, always there to make a "I don't have anything to wear!" meltdown turn out just right. We are talking all types of jeans, from skinny, flared, bell bottoms, to grandma high-waisted jeans. Yes, like the ones Jessica Simpson wore that everybody hated; Well, I actually thought they were stylish.

Lately, I've noticed a trend in the jeans world that I'm not sure I'm fond of. I'm talking about flower patterned jeans. I know it's the latest craze, all the celebs are wearing it, just take a look at this picture:

Beyonce and other celebs rocking the flower print.

Doesn't this pattern remind you of the tablecloths at summer cookouts from childhood? Maybe it's just me. Lets see how long this trend lasts - hopefully not much longer.

Fedoras to the Rescue

When I'm having a bad hair day, which is most of the time, my quick fix is to wear a hat. I like all kinds of hats, but I'm very fond of the fedora. The fedora has been around since the 20s and was worn predominantly by men. Now designers make fedoras for both sexes with traditional detailing to the more flamboyant styles. This is a Joe Boxer fedora which you can find at Kmart for only $6.99. The flower detail is cute for the spring and summer months.

I love the bright colors of these fedoras because they are great for the summer. Try the look with a side ponytail or a messy bun. The hair doesn't have to be perfect because the fedora does all the work. Adding a pair of dangling earrings wouldn't hurt either.

Found this fedora with leather and spur detail at Guccifor $450.

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Cedella Marley and Puma

Hello Fashionistas!

Cedella Marley, daughter of the late and great singer Bob Marley, has created a collection for Puma. Check it out here:

Usain Bolt was recently photographed in one of the bold, bright pieces from this collection; all colors of the Jamaican flag. Check the latest issue of Entertainment Weekly.

One of Cedella's clothing line, "Catch a Fire" features a mix of Grace Jones style infused with Bob Marley roots.  View my store for some of her pieces.

Sneakers  cleats designed by Cedella for Puma. Look closely and you can see an image of Bob Marley.

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Christian Siriano...Still Fierce!

Tim Gunn recently stated in Entertainment Weekly "...I've never met anybody I would call a prodigy - except Christian". What has the young designer and winner of Project Runway season 4 been up to? He's still designing fierce fashion and killing it at fashion week. Celebs such as Nicki Minaj, Lady Gaga, Victoria Beckham -just naming a few - have been seen in his designs. From his spring/summer 2012 collection, check out this organza and tulle pleated spiral gown:

This gown is a steal at $7,500 and you can purchase it at Christian Siriano website. For us bargain shoppers out there, Christian does have an affordable shoe and purse collection at payless shoesource.  There is a clearance sale going on right now. You can view his fall/winter 2012/2013 collection below and it is "fierce!"

Colorful hues

                                                  

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Dorothy Perkins Zig Zag chiffon dress

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