A young new designer named Anastasia Lomonova has blessed us with a wonderfully done dress. 

Femme Fatale

It is very simple and very extravegant at the same time.  There are two essential elements to this dress, that would not work well without eachother.

The pleats throughout the entire dress would be boxy without the soft silk bows at the shoulders and the complimentary belt.  The bows would be floppy and bulky with out the pleats.  Together they make a simple, elegant and absolutely beautiful dress.

The versitility of this dress is an added bonus.  It is light and flowing enough for a brunch with some friends or add some  accessories, then the detail and silky material lend to an evening dress as well.

Anastasia Lomonova moved to Canada from Russia at the age of 17.  She studied fashion design at Toronto’s University Ryerson.  She released her first collection in April 2007.  This is only her second collection and she is definitely one to watch.

If you like her style and can’t make it to Montreal, go to paper-doll.com for a few of her available pieces. 

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Dillards has some very bold & gorgeous looks out this season. 

If you think that fall is all about the same old black and brown….you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

I love everything about this outfit.  The belt, that purse, those very cute shoes…..Bold & Gorgeous!  Most people would not pair a green dress with purple accessories.  I’m glad they did. 

This outfit is stunning.  It could be a normal black dress with a pair of trusty black pumps.  Add a touch of red with the lipstick, choose a belt with a buckle and some super cute silver flats.  Don’t forget the silver clutch purse to finish the look.  Now you have a unique take on the little black dress.

If the green and purple were a bit too much for your taste, try this toned down version.  Adding a pair of colorful tights to your skirt or dress can make a world of difference.  Gorgeous!

Here are a few more Bold & Gorgeous outfits to tickle your fashion sense….

Happy Shopping!

—-Pictures courtesy of Dillards—-

I am seeing an amazing sort of charming necklaces available right now and I’m loving it!   

For instance, this charm necklace would be a beautiful soft touch to a lace blouse and skirt or a t-shirt and some jeans.   

This nautical charm necklace added to a pair of cuff crop jeans and a scoop neck top make for a very stylin’ look. 

Even earings are adding a little charm to thier style. 

How about this antique looking necklace?  I picture it with a chiffon blouse that has a lightly ruffled collar and sleeves with a slim cut pair of jeans and some ankle boots.  Hot!

For more of this charming accessory…..

 Check out the links below–

crystals, beads and charms                             key and lock

crown, mirror and heart                                  locket with charms

Happy Shopping!

A wonderful thing about fashion is how it helps express how you’re feeling. 

You may wake up tomorrow morning and feel like wearing a nice dress.  The next day you may feel like wearing jeans and a T-shirt.  Sometimes you may even feel like wearing sweats.  Maybe some skulls with bows sound good to you.  You may even pick out what you want to wear the night before and change your mind because you don’t feel like it that day.

So when you’re standing infront of your closet wondering what to wear and you find yourself  asking  “What do I feel like today?”….

Smile, embrace it and try something new.  Mix and match some outfits and don’t forget to add some accessories for some extra flare.  You just may find you have a bit more bounce in  your step.

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Black ones, red ones, large ones, small ones…..

and multiple colors and sizes inbetween.

Purses are very helpful and a great way to accessorize an outfit. 

When putting together an outfit, the purse is a very big part of the look.

It’s a good thing there are so many choices out there.  

Check out the links below for more great purses!

Leather Satchels & Totes

Bright Colors

Bold & Beautiful

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Well, that’s how the rhyme goes….

But I beg to differ.

The beautiful rain only brings us more fashion opportunities. 

For example…. 

Start off with a bright pair of citrus city rainboots then add a button detail empire dress.  Next, try donning this diagonal rib beanie.  A yellow gradual bead necklace paired with a green bead necklace and a big yellow ruched tote bag completes the look quite nicely.

That’s just one combination of the multitude of outfits that can come of some rain and a great pair of rainboots. 

There are lots of styles and colors out there to brighten a rainy day so……

Happy Shopping!

 I don’t know about you, but……………….

I love to wear hats!!!!  

Like all accessories, they can add that special pop….especially when your having a bad hair day.  We’ve all had those days.  

Although, hats can become more to your wardrobe than just a “bad hair day” savior.   A hat can give instant style to your simple jeans and t-shirt look.  Take these looks for example….        

Stlylish and comfy at the same time.  Awesome!                

If you are feeling a little country,  all you need is a cowboy hat and you’re good to go. 

Want to dress up your Sunday’s best?

Put on that hat! 

There are many ways to dress up your wardrobe with a hat, or any accessory.  That is part of the beauty of fashion.  So go through your closet and let those hats see the light of day.  You’ll be glad you did. 

Have Fun! 

School uniforms…….yuck!

A lot of you out there may being thinking that exact statement, but don’t despair.  Even if your school has uniforms you can still add your own personal style to them.  How?

Accessories…….Accessories…….Accessories!!!!

You may be thinking…. blue skirt and a white top…..boring.  How about some knee high socks that  have every color under the sun on them?  Those socks look awesome with  baby doll shoes.  A set of pink jewelry would add a sweet touch too.  Picture a long necklace or two, multiple braclets and pair of sparkling earings. 

Not into a bunch of jewelry?  A big green belt and a big yellow and green flower in your hair is a softer way of personalizing any outfit.  Even just a brightly colored purse can add that touch of you.

So, when you head out to the stores for that plain uniform……remember shopping for accessories to make that outfit uniquely yours will be a lot of fun.     

Happy Shopping!

You’ve seen them everywhere, dangling from necks on everything from
gold chains to twine and leather straps. They are amulets or trinkets people
latch on for good luck.

For some of us, they are just a fashion statement, but for others they are a spiritual insurance or reassurance of good luck.  Take Thailand, for example. People in that Asian nation are spending up to $30,000 for a little bling bling loaded with magical powers. The craze is so out of control that some people have been killed over amulets.

So, next time you are shopping for some bling, be glad you’re not paying $30,000 for it and it’s pretty safe to say the most someone will do when they admire it is ask you where you got it. 

 Happy Shopping!

Accessories, accessories….Oh, where to begin! There are so many different colors, styles and price ranges out there that the hardest part about all of those lovely earrings, necklaces and bracelets is “which ones shall I wear today?” How many bracelets…. one…. or maybe five?

No need to worry. There will be plenty of outfits to accessorize in a lifetime and remember, you can always create a whole new outfit just by utilizing a different set of accessories.

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