Brides and grooms-to-be! Do you feel that change in weather? Spring is calling, and it’s the perfect time for an engagement photo session! The sun is shining, the breeze is cool, and natural lighting is always.
The Downtown City Girl
We’re sharing a page out of our everyday stylebook with a casual, street-chic look for those coffee shop meets and weekend outings! Here in sunny Los Angeles, oversized sweaters are year-round closet staples that don’t seem to budge from our closet spaces. Days are warm but breezy. Which means sometimes a cozy knit sweater is enough to help tango with the temperatures.
A Luxurious Date Night Look
For fashionistas everywhere, fur is not just a seasonal trend! We love how it can effortlessly add some glamour to an outfit. This look is perfect for a night out with the girls over cocktails or even a special date night.
Oscars Coverage: The Glitz and the Glam
Gold. Glitz. Glamour. Hollywood’s stars may have gathered together to celebrate the magic of filmmaking at the Oscars, but the fashion coverage drew just as many viewers to see who wore what down the famous red carpet.
We’re quite knowledgeable in beauty and fashion for the walk down the aisle but the walk down the Oscars aisle was equally inspirational for us! Here are the top style and beauty picks of the night that gained our nods of approval.
Style Sirens:
Trend to Watch: Empire Waisted Gowns
Dedicated readers of our blog know, we are big fans of empire waists! The high waisted gown gives an elongated effect to the figure, lengthening the bottom torso! Legs look lengthened and the flattering effect it has on the body proportion is remarkable for anyone! Our top 2 celebrity style picks, Jennifer Lopez and Jamie Chung, looked remarkable in sparkly, empire waist gowns fit for royalty.
Jennifer Lopez in Elie Saab
Jenny is far from the block in this magical Elie Saab gown! This stunning gown was ever so appropriate for Jennifer Lopez: low cut and shimmery gold. The gown was a glittery concoction straight from a modern girl fairytale. A gorgeous flow of tulle adorned with that perfect amount of sparkle. For a second there, we were so entranced by her grand arrival we felt like our purpose has been met in watching the Oscars! She may have made headlines for her jaw-dropping gowns in the past, but she definitely didn’t disappoint this year!
The Vintage Valentine
Hearts, get ready to be at a stand still.
The late actress and humanitarian, Audrey Hepburn, inspired this look we created for our vintage-vibes Valentine. Audrey is a style icon whose style is truly everlasting and timeless. Though style trends have taken a turn since her time, her signature ladylike and demure looks continue to influence trends even today. Today, we can thank our “retro style queen of the 21st century”, Taylor Swift for this.
The Dark-Hearted Valentine Lover
For those who think Valentine’s Day isn’t for everyone, we’re here to say otherwise! This special day may be about love, but it’s also equally about you – loving yourself and being true to yourself. So in the spirit of that belief, the sweetheart looks and array of reds and pinks can take a breather for an night. Even the cool girls can rock a street chic look and still look fittingly on this occasion!
For that independent woman who has a strong heart of gold and answers to no one else, this outfit speaks for her personality. A pair of black James jeans topped with a standout leather jacket by ALC complete this street chic look. Throw on a pair of Louboutin pumps and we’re out the door!
Office Space Valentines
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner – a time when varying shades of pinks and reds seem as basic as black and white. Although the special day is known as the day to celebrate love or even “singles awareness” why limit yourself to one day of dressing in the spirit of love?
Valentine’s doesn’t have to wait till after office hours. We wear our pink on our sleeves and aren’t afraid to show it.
The Birthday Style File
Once every year, every girl has to meet that big dilemma. What to wear for my birthday celebration this year? We think of what we have. Dream of what we wish we had. And then we start spending weeks in advance planning that perfect outfit.
Well, our founder, Ting, gives some insight into her ideal birthday frock this year. With a penchant for fancy dresses, you can find her constantly browsing online for new dresses suitable for her upcoming parties and events. However, we all can feel that pain of that pretty penny spent too often for one-of-a-kind pieces.
“Chic-ly Professional”
Overalls have made another comeback this past year, and we’re excited to take on this fashion all-star our own way. Our new and improved version of overalls is from ONE by Rachel Antonoff. Spending the day in the office means looking professional while staying comfortable. This statement jumpsuit is made of a thick, blue and green flannel material meant for some major comfort.
A Hidden Gem
While strolling down the streets of Pasadena, California, we happened to stumble upon what seemed to be a quaint, adorable house. Little did we realize that our little discovery had more in store for us through its little door.
More than just a house, “Madeline Garden” is an afternoon tea spot frequented by the locals! The chic décor of the interior practically transported us into a modernized Victorian lounge fit for a socialite! With beautiful natural light shining through the windows and rich jewel tones of purple and golden yellow, the restaurant was reminiscent of a room meant for royalty. We were ready to enjoy a peaceful afternoon with a cup of tea and scrumptious hors d’oeuvres in this lavish setting.