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Spring Summer Trends: Tops

On March 17, 2009 · 12 Comments · In Spring, Summer, Wear
Hello Darlings,

Here's my second part on Spring Summer Trends for 2009. This time is all about tops: blouses, shirts, tees, tanks... as were seen on the runways of some of my favorite designers.

 
Roberto Cavalli; Giambattista Valli; Fendi; YSL; Jean Paul Gaultier

Sheer

I love this trend, especially for classic blouses. Sheer fabrics take on chic sophistication when decorated with a delicate print. I will definitely try this trend. It is perfect for layering or revealing as much as you dare.
Tip: Underneath a sheer blouse should be a pretty, well-fitting bra or a beautiful silk camisole.
 
Dolce & Gabbana; Lanvin; Emporio Armani; Balmain

Exaggerated Shoulders

This grandiose silhouette is a fresh angle for any ensemble - definitely a statement piece. I may not feel comfortable using this trend, but there's always that one piece that could work for you.
Tip: This trend could work beautifully as long as it is in proportion to your body. The choice is yours as to how extreme you would like to go :)
John Galliano; Matthew Williamson; Nina Ricci

Prints

Abstract shapes, painted brushstrokes, and floral touches - this season is pretty graphical. Have fun playing with prints. As for me, I've never been a print person but will try this season, with small prints proportional to my body.
 
Proenza Schouler, Prada, Roberto Cavalli, Alexander Wang

Bare Midriff

Confidence is a must to pull off this trend... young, fresh, sexy and perfect for hot summer days/nights.
I am willing to try, pairing with breezy pants so I am not too revealing. For a beach... well that's a different story. This is a fun trend for summer, but one that could be overdone to a degree that is offensive (too much skin). Use with caution...  
Herve Leger; Lanvin

One Shoulder

The evening wear trend this season. Try this in a relaxed and romantic fit with new colors (ex. nudes). Lanvin explored this trend in variety of silhouettes - incredible collection, definitely one of my favorites. I adore this trend and have been wearing it for a while... It is sexy in subtle way. Try it.

Nina Ricci; Christian Lacroix; Giambattista Valli; Marc by Marc Jacobs; Matthew Williamson

Ruffles

Ruffles can be a big no no when overdone. If done in a tasteful manner they are charming and feminine. I am definitely going for this trend...only because I've always loved ruffles, especially when paired with masculine pieces.

  What is your favorite Spring/ Summer trend for tops?

With Love... Marta

Sources: style.com; le fashion; Harper's Bazaar.

My Late Valentine ….

On February 16, 2009 · 17 Comments · In Wear, Winter
Hello Darlings,

Happy Belated Valentine's Day. Sorry for the late update, but I just returned from my own Valentine's weekend. I am obsessed with Giambattista Valli and drew my inspiration from his spring collection for my V-day outfit. I wanted something pretty, edgy, romantic and fun - so wore my trusty Alexander Wang dress. I just love how flirty it makes me feel, paired with my favorite booties and leather jacket to give it some edge... :P

The little bows running along the back of my leg was a surprising touch.

Definitely a good way to bring sttention to your legs.

 

Tip: Seductive tights can make a boring dress look fabulous. Actually, I love wearing pretty tights every day. They are a fun and easy way to bring life to your cold weather wardrobe. My Tights - check out this site, they have the best variety of tights. As for Canadians, I suggest Legs Beautiful or Winners for awesome selection.

 
I am wearing: Alexander Wang Dress Mackage Leather Jacket Joe Boxer Tights Coach Patent Leather Wristlet Swarovski Necklace and Bracelet

I wore matching Swarovski Love necklace and bracelet to make my outfit feel more special and Valentine-y. As for make up, well I hate wearing much - so a little blush, mascara and pretty lip gloss did the job. The fabric of the dress is so delicate I wanted to keep everything else light and simple.

 

P.S. I just bought a pair of shoes that I've been dying for, and finally found them 65 % off and they are perfection. Can't wait to share them with you :)

Also, I finally received my Twilight collectors edition - so I will review and post some pics.  
With Love... Marta
Sources: This is glamorous; Dom Perignon Rose Ad by Karl Lagerfeld.

Malanka … :)

On January 12, 2009 · 26 Comments · In Uncategorized
Hello Darlings, Well, it has been an eventful and fun month... I couldn't have asked for more, expect the black tie event that I attended on Saturday. Which was amazing ...
The event is a yearly tradition within the Ukrainian community...it is also our New Years. This year was my third year attending it.... and it was truly an amazing way to finish an amazing holiday season. The event is known as Malanka.
Past Malanka's For my first Malanka I wore an amazing BCBG Max Azria dress....( My blonde days) As for the next year, I decided to wear a short, simple dress from Robert Rodriguez....
This Malanka...
The Alexander Wang dress that I bought back in October was specifically for this event...I paired it with my patent leather Ruthie Davis Swarovski encrusted shoes....
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...and to bring it all together with an adorable patent leather Coach wristlet courtesy of my parents.
I am wearing: Alexander Wang Dress Ruthie Davis Swarovski encrusted patent leather heels Coach patent leather wristlet A.V.MAX studded cuff Diamond stud
I kept the jewelry to a minimum.... only a studded cuff and diamond studs. As for my hair... I got it done in a salon, but I wish I didn't. Every year, I say the same thing.... but always end up paying $70 to get my hair curled almost in the same way that I always wear it naturally, but this time I added a braid which looked like a headband but it was too small to see ....I was kind of disappointed. As for make up I kept it to a minimal ..... trying to stay away from the usual evening make up that people tend to wear to such events.....
I was going for a young, fresh and fun look....
P.S. More vacation wardrobe photos are coming up... :)
I wish you all a beautiful day!!!
With Love.... Marta

Getting Glam with Alexander Wang

On October 29, 2008 · 39 Comments · In Go, Shopping, Summer, Wear

Hello Darlings,

" Anyone can get all dressed up and glamorous, but it is how people dress

in their off days, that are most intriguing." - Alexander Wang

The dress is Alexander Wang - from his first full ready-to-wear Spring 2007 collection.'Till this day, it's my favorite Alexander Wang collection... the sheer fabrics, the gentle colors, and the girly look is PERFECTION. When I saw this dress, I had to have it. My style preference is girly chic over grungy chic....

Although the dress is totally "me", I experimented with my make up with inspiration from Burberry Prorsum Spring 08 show. Since my dress, was very girly, light, and pastel... I wore light make up with a touch of purple.

Got to Love TORONTO at night!!!

I bought this dress for a gala in January, but couldn't wait until then to wear it. So I wore it to my friends birthday bash on Saturday. Made of beautiful chiffon and with impeccable detailing, this dress is a dream and the tights are another new obsession :)

I am wearing: Alexander Wang Blush Dress - $465,on sale for $220 Soia & Kyo Z Wool Coat - $330 Michael Kors Booties - $230 Trasparenze Tights - $32 Gap Leather Bag - $210 Moschino Sued Gloves - a gift from mom A.V. Max Studded Cuff - $56, on sale for $28 Diamond/Platinum Studs - a gift from mommy and daddy
Paired with my Soia&Kyo jacket...
Although the dress is totally "me", I experimented with my make up with inspiration from Burberry Prorsum Spring 08 show. Since my dress, was very girly, light, and pastel... I wore light make up with a touch of purple.
And to top it all of my all time favorite Chanel Coco Mademoiselle eau de Parfum.
P.S. Sunday I went for BLOGGERS LUNCH and can't wait to share it with you :)
I wish you all a Gorgeous Day !!!!
With Love... Marta
Photo Sources: instyle.com; alexander wang.com;