Showing posts with label topshop. Show all posts
Showing posts with label topshop. Show all posts

Thursday, February 26, 2015

The Last Word by Karen



B L A C K ADD W H I T E ! 


Black is usually used to describe things not so pleasant: a black eye, black cats, you wear black to a funeral. The only time black is used in positive terms is when a financial institution or business says "their in the black."

I remember when rockers were the only people who wore black nail polish.  Black attire and black fingernails are my staples.  People who know me well know I love all things colorful, I just don't wear a lot of color.  My mother used to say I always looked like I was wearing the same thing, my clothing was always black or beige.



Some experts say that women (over 50) shouldn't wear black because it ages you. No little Black dress, say it isn't so ,are you kidding me? I guess in some cases black can be aging (it would depend on what your working with). I am also not of the opinion that black attire should always be diluted with a splash of color, but I am a fan of black and white.

Woolite currently has a commercial that asks how do you feel in dark clothes.  The responses are cool, chic, graceful and although they are in business to sell laundry detergent , I know the answers to the question to be true. Black is also slimming which is important to women who are less than pleased with their figures.

photo courtesy of vogue.de

My idol, the phenomenal head designer and creative director of the fashion house Chanel, is often photographed  wearing black and white clothing. Mr. Lagerfeld is 81 years young.

photo courtesy of sereinemagazine.com


There are models who are more seasoned who are still beautiful and look elegant and classy in black and black with white.

Get This Look
 Black Add White
Theory striped knit top
nordstrom.com


Topshop blazer
nordstrom.com


Theory knit skirt
nordstrom.com



MICHAEL Michael Kors handle bag
$470 - luisaviaroma.com


GUESS cuff jewelry
guess.com


Black jewelry
kohls.com



Bling Jewelry black jewelry
blingjewelry.com



I say wear what feels good on you and to you and if it's black, rock it. Clothing is a part of your brand and if you keep it sharp people will buy what your selling, confidence, elegance and grace.

My Look: Blouse, pants and cape by Vince Camuto, Boots by BCBG


One day at a time!
Karen,


Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Chris's/Kris's Closet (Kristin) October 25, 2014

Kris's Closet

In this blog post you will get a glimpse of pieces in my closet, learn where I found them
 and where I wore them.  
My name is Kristin. Welcome to my closet!

I have been celebrating my birthday all of the month of October in spurts. So Saturday I had a full day of activities planned. I started my day with a Breakfast Tour through Columbus Food Adventures with Dr. Breakfast; Nick Dekker: blogger and author of blog and book titled 'Breakfast with Nick'. While on the tour we ran into another one of my favorite bloggers from 'Drink up Columbus', Cheryl Harrison. She writes 'Drunk Brunch' my favorite go to for brunch spots in the city. This is the third year I have done a CFA tour around my birthday. It has become kind of a tradition. It was only right to do a tour this year after earning a free tour for filling up my CFA passport. After the tour was over I met my sister for a movie at Studio Movie Grill in the Arena District where we saw 'Annabelle'. We ended the night with a brain workout through 'Room Escape Adventures', where we participated in 'Trapped in a Room with a Zombie'. We were locked in a room for an hour with ten strangers, where we had to find clues and solve puzzles to find a key to escape the zombie before it could reach us. Look for more on that story on Once Upon A Stylish Life or select Kristin's World in the menu tabs. For now, Check out Saturday's look!

This season, I am all about comfort. I am gravitating toward sweatshirts and sweatshirt like tops. This faux fur with quilted faux leather sleeve sweatshirt was given to me by my mom. It was too big for her. I paired it with a red button-up and a pair of Versace inspired pants that I found at 'Out of the Closet'.

Faux Fur Sweatshirt: TopShop 
Button-up: Charter Club (old)
Pants: Xhilaration (thrift find from 'Out of the Closet') 
Studded Smoking Slippers: Jeffrey Campbell Elegant Bow Flat 
Purse: Michael Kors Sequin Grayson 
Jewelery: Vintage (Bracelet was my grandma's)
Sunglasses: Quay Australia  Yibrow Shades






Until next time,
Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!
Kris, 
Me with Dr. Breakfast after the Breakfast Tour

Monday, October 27, 2014

Chris's/Kris's Closet (Kristin) October 24, 2014

Kris's Closet

In this blog post you will get a glimpse of pieces in my closet, learn where I found them
 and where I wore them.  
My name is Kristin. Welcome to my closet!

Friday I had a a great day with my mom. We checked out the Transfigurations Exhibit at the Wexner Arts Center in Columbus, Ohio. The collection belongs to the Wexner Family; known for bringing us brands like Victoria's Secret. The art collection consists of greats like Pablo PicassoEdgar Degas and Susan Rothenberg;the kind of collection that most people could only dream of owning. This collection featured six famous artists that normally sit on the walls of the Wexner home. They have been collecting the pieces for 40 years. 

My mom and I ended our day on the town with a late lunch at Lemongrass Fusion Bistro in the Short North of Columbus and some lite boutique shopping. Since we were doing a little walking, I wanted to be comfortable. My look was centered around being able to wear denim and flats. I'd also just washed my hair and didn't have time to set it, so it became a great day to wear a turban. The blouse is vintage. I thought it would be perfect for the season and it features a fall color trend, Sangria. Check out the look!

Blouse: Vintage (thrift store in Lynchburg, VA)
Pants: Levi's Denim
Necklace: Scarab from TopShop (old)
Turban: Etsy (old)
Oxfords: Christin Michaels (old)



I have to say one last thing,Happy Birthday Sheila!
 She is a great Fashion Director in Fort Lauderdale; inspiring the minds of future designers and creative beings. I hope you are doing something fabulous today!

Until next time,
Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!
Kris,

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Chris's/Kris's Closet (Kristin) October 19, 2014

Kris's Closet

In this blog post you will get a glimpse of pieces in my closet, learn where I found them
 and where I wore them.  
My name is Kristin. Welcome to my closet!

I kicked off my Birthday Celebration on Sunday with my nephew. We had brunch downtown in Columbus and saw a matinee of The Lion King Broadway show. The show was something I have been wanting to see for a very long time, so my mom purchased a pair of tickets for my birthday. It was one of the best gifts I have ever received. The show was brilliant and inspiring. The costumes were amazing! I am still singing 'Hakuna Matata'. I want to see it again.

My look was 60s Mod inspired. I am loving this trend for fall. The 60s is also one of my favorite decades in fashion. My mom gave me this tunic/dress because it was too big for her. I belted it and played it up with my accessories. All my metals were antique gold in color. I wore the scarab necklace from the last look I posted:it is pretty versatile. I found the metallic, three tone belt some time ago at a flea market. The round sunglasses felt very 60s with a modern twist. The rounded arch on top of the glasses add a touch of playfulness. The hounds-tooth boots were so appropriate with the chunky heel that also scream 60s. Since the weather was under 60 degrees, I decided to wear my black cape coat. Cape coats were also prevalent during the 60s. My mom told me she had one during that time as a child. Check out my look!


Dress/Tunic:TopShop (old)
Cape Coat:LAUREN by Ralph Lauren
Belt:Nine West (old)
Scarab Necklace:TopShop
Sunglasses:Quay Austrailia (Yibrow)
Hounds-Tooth Booties:DV8 by Dolce Vita (Larel) 
Handbag:Michael Kors Sequin Grayson






I have to say one last thing,Happy Birthday Gayima!

Until next time,
Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!
Kris, 

Me and my nephew in front of the Ohio Theater.
Details from inside the Ohio Theater
Me and my favorite little guy

Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Chris's/Kris's Closet (Kristin) March 2, 2014

Kris's Closet

In this blog post you will get a glimpse of pieces in my closet,learn where I found them
 and where I wore them.  
My name is Kristin. Welcome to my closet!

 In spite of the terrible weather, I went to Kentucky on Sunday for a 2 Chainz concert which also featured August Alsina and Pusha T. I have to admit I had the best time but would probably not have gone to the show had I not been given a free ticket. I left a new fan of August Alsina and even more of a fan of 2 Chainz. We had floor seats and the people watching was epic.Before I got to the concert I spent some time at Newport on the Levee where I took these photos. This is what I wore.

Sweater: TopShop 
Denim: Levi mid-rise skinny jeans  
Tie blouse: thrift shop
Boots:Matt Bernson  
Earrings: gift from my friend Dee 
Purse: Elliot Lucca



What do you think about my look?
Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!
Kris,