Dark Fluorescent Jewels

Costume Jewelry. Statement Pieces. No matter what you call it, you will see it everywhere this fall. And this bracelet happens to be one of my fave picks for my fall wardrobe. But this isnt your normal statement piece that goes the way of leotards in the 80's. This Swarovski crystal and Rhodium cuff by Tom Binns is a piece that can be used for multiple season to come. Its destined not to fall inbetween the cracks of your drawers only for you to find it 15 years later upon moving to a new home. The cuff is from Binns new collection entitled Dumont Noir Florescent.

The Devil Is In The Details...

One major thing rockin' at the haute couture shows at the beginning of this past month were the shoes! So for the next few days on the F*Word we will be bringing you an in depth look at some of the hottest accessory items from the runway, soon to be must haves for the fall season. First up are shoes:

Let's just say that Dior out did themselves They didnt have one shoe that I didn't like on the runway. This Caged Gladiator Bootie was fierce! Dior also played with this shoe in a varied pastel palatte like pink, green and orange.

Another fave of mine was this beautiful platform sling back that was seen on the Elie Saab's Sistne Chapel inspired runways.

Chanel was out in full form with many variations of this Tweed pump that had the extra affect of a plastic Ombre heel.

Mr. Louboutin himself has been seen trotting around the most recent fashion shows. Well not in the audience, but on the models feet. At Christian Lacroix, he personally put the finishing touches on several on the masterpieces that accompanied the ensembles that floated down the runway in Paris.

Jean Paul Gaultier's boots were out in full force during the Fall 2009 Couture show. If you're going for an eccentric western look or maybe Bohemian look, this is most definitely the way to go.

A Look Back: Loub Is Such A Naughty Boy

I decided to take a look back at one of my fav men in the world: Christian Louboutin. In this clip, he shows off some of his designs from his 2007 fall collection and discusses collections past with NY Magazine Fashion Editor Harriet Mays Powell. He talks inspiration, expansion and he snaps Harriet's bra. Enjoy mon amies.

Valentino Will Be The Death Of Me

Human existence. It's a defiant little thing isn't it. Filled with ups and downs, sorrow and joy. But what makes it worth living are those precious moments. Those beautifully rare experiences that are not only memories, but monumental events that normally only come around once in a lifetime. For example, your own wedding, losing your virginity, the birth of your first child and then there is the time you come in contact with a beautiful piece of artwork that you would completely {and utterly} sell your soul and possibly your family to own...

Valentino Petale Dome Bag

Valentino Rosier Tote

Valentino Large Bow Clutch {In that beautiful signature Red}

Okay, so maybe these purses aren't that important. Oh what the hell, who am I kidding. Yea they are.

Sun Glasses

Have you ever had one of those mornings when you felt like just getting back in bed and trying it all over tomorrow? I knew something was missing this morning and I kept wondering to myself what it was. Then after I squinted at the bright sunlight, BAM! I forgot my sunglasses. Now this alone made me want to rewind my whole day. But lucky for me, I had an extra pair in the glove box and my day was saved! Let that be a lesson to ya. Always keep an extra pair in the glove box. (Honestly, it wasn't just the glasses, I really wasn't feeling this day until I found the second pair of sunglasses!) Anyway, check out these frames that are hopefully more memorable to you!!!





Gucci
Oversized Shield Sunglasses with Logo Detail
Metal logos at the temples and wide resin arms style oversized shield sunglasses









Tom Ford
'Charles' Aviator Sunglasses
Sleek metal frames style classic aviator sunglasses












Parenthesis
Temple Aviators

Gray or brown gradient lenses. Black arms. Parenthesis crystal detail on temples. 100% UV protection. Made in Italy






Giorgio Armani
Gemstone Sunglasses

Exclusively Neiman Marcus. Black plastic oversized frames with tonal lenses. Tapered arms; obsidian gemstone temples. 100% UVA/UVB protection





Ed Hardy
'Three Old School Roses' Rimless Oval Sunglasses
Crystal-studded












All glasses available at Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus and their respective designer's sites.



"Talent hits a target no one else can hit, Genius hits a target no one else can see."---Arthur Schopenhauer

Lovin Life, Truth Is

Wanna Make A Statment?

There are a few thing in life that are going to happen and thats exactly why they are predictable. For example, you're defiantely going to grow older, you will more than likely lose at least one boyfriend/ girlfriend... And my favorite, fashion is NEVER going to stay they same. Last years "It-bag"and hottest shoe {with the exception of Louboutins, his shoes are always a must have} is this going to be fall's must-have bauble. On the runways we have seen an explosion of jewelry of the extravagant sort. Statement pieces that include hexagon mirror crystals with meshed net, enamel colored curls and big bright horticulture bracelets. Some cute that remind you of Alice in Wonderland while others simply say "Proceed with Caution." One of my faves happen to be the whimisical flower bracelet from Marni. Here are some of the looks from the runways...

Louis Vuitton

John Galliano

Marni

Burberry Prorsum

Christian Lacroix

Givenchy

**Images courtesy of NYMag.com

Where The Little Bumble Bee Roams...

Let's just say I have never been a big fan of bugs, in fact I run every time I see one. However, these little bugs, I was drawn to them, kind of like a moth to a candle flame. You see these little bugs don't bite, don't sting nor do they buzz around you head all day. These are more of the shimmering diamond type of bug.

Jack Barouh, the owner of Michele watches, in a collaboration with his wife have created a little bit of serenity in their Garden Party Collection. It focuses on three common bugs {the ladybug, bumble bee and the snail} to help bring this serene afternoon to life. The watches are crafted elegantly utilizing diamonds and enamel to paint the picture of a quiet afternoon in the garden while an alligator wristband holds it all together. However, this is a limited edition series and will be around for only a short time.

Garden Party Collection Watches @ Michele

Color Blockin {Part 1}

Everyone has there own sense of style and not one person is exempt from that rule. Some people are so stylish, they can strike out on their own and influence the world to see their personal fashion expression as another person's own. Do I dare consider myself stylish? OF COURSE! Here are a few quick facts about my own personal style. Summed up, I have about three different extremes:

1. I am extremely detailed {think Givenchy Couture or Elie Saab}
2. Plain & Simple {sometimes simplicity is genius}
3. EXTREMELY COLORFUL

It's the later of that list which brings me to my point. A major trend that recurs every season is color. Be it the royal purple of winter or aquamarine blue of summer. Color is something that fashion can not live without. Spring is one of the seasons that gives you a broader paintbrush when it comes to color. When you reflect on seasons past, its the only season where you can incorporate dark colors and those beautiful pastels and neon's. One of this Springs biggest trends happens to be color blocks. Here are some of my faves:

• Marc Jacobs Sailboat Blouse available @ Bloomingdale's
• Marc by Marc Jacobs Color Block Shirt available @ Neiman Marcus & Bloomingdale's
• Louise Goldin Front Zip One-Shoulder Top available @ Browns Fashion Online
  
• Tibi Fleur Shirt available @ Net-A-Porter online and in-store
• Diane von Furstenberg Alcamo Silk Top @ Net-A-Porter Online
  
• T-Bags Off The Shoulder Top @ Net-A-Porter Online and in-store
  
• Julie Haus Hilde Top @ Bloomingdale's
  

• Marc Jacobs Cuff watch available @ Net-A-Porter and other select retail stores
  
• Christian Lacroix Logo Cuff available @ Net-A-Porter Online
  
• Marni Bracelet Square Horn Bracelet @ Browns Fashion Online and in-store
  
• Kenneth Jay Lane Oval Bangle Set @ Net-A-Porter Online
  
• Chloe Jackson Enamel Cuff available @ Net-A-Porter Online
  

• Herve Leger Color Block Dress available @ Bloomingdale's
  
• David Meister Color Block Dress available @ Neiman Marcus & Bloomingdale's
  
• Chettab Sherrie Bloom Color Block Dress available @ Bloomingdale's
  
• Mara Hoffman Built-In-Bustier Dress available @ ShopBop.com
• Diane Von Furstenberg Printed Shirtdress @ Neiman Marcus
• Theory Angular Dress @ Neiman Marcus
  
• Quotation: Johnny Was Collection Folk Dress @ Bloomingdale's
• Marc by Marc Jacobs Color Block Matte Dress @ Bloomingdale's