Rings Rings Rings!

     A band of metal or other substantial material that adorns the finger as an ornament is called a ring.  Well, rings have surely come into their place as the years have gone on.  Of course there is your typical engagement ring, wedding band and claddagh ring, but I'm not talking about that.

     I would like to introduce to you the world of ring selection!  The big, the bad and the fabulous!   As we have seen in magazines and on celebrities, rings are only getting bigger and more intricate.  Lets start with the full-finger rings, the ones that act as a skeletal piece of jewelry that crawls up each digit in chic articulated sections.   Now, for the upper-finger rings the ones that creep up the finger to the intermediate and distal phalanges (above the knuckles).  I was trying to be fancy, for once!  And a drumroll please, for the newest hybrid ring, two bands that are joined by a system of delicate chains to the lower and upper sectionals of your finger.  And, of course there is the classic single ring that is so large you almost need someone to hold your hand all night to keep it from falling off your wrist, but we are used to seeing those by now.  

     We have developed this sense of obsession with stacking jewels and this shows no sign of slowing down or coming to an end, and that's all the more reason to put a ring or five on.  Let's keep the the trophy and continue with the trends.

Anelise Michelson

Plukka

YSL

Urban Outfitters

Urban Outfitters

Urban Outfitters

Forever 21

If you like it then you better put a ring on it!

Ciao, 

Annie

     

Emma Stone At Her Best!

     From Blake Lively to Emma Stone.  I admit that I'm kind of on a gown kick right now.  If I got anything out of Spring 2013 runway shows its that I realized how obsessed I am with cocktail dresses and floor length gowns.  Next pick is Emma Stone, she's got a great sense of style that changes like the wind.
     At the 2011 Golden Globe Awards Emma Stone rolled out in this slinky little peach gown.  As soon as I laid eyes on this I knew it had to be the great Calvin Klein.  The simplicity was too "Klein-ish" to be hand crafted by anyone else.  Although you cannot see them in either of these pictures, Stone slithered down the runway in Ferragamo nude python peep toe pumps.  As for the gown, I generally disagree with the matching of the skin tone look but between the blonde hair, the nude lips, the peach dress and the light skin tone...it's so fabulous.  The open back is just another stunning touch.

     Jumping a year ahead to the 2012 Golden Globe Awards Stone hit the red carpet in a custom made Lanvin gown.  This deep plum tulle siren gown with raspberry paneled side inserts and stunning shoulder embroidery briskly swayed across the carpet.  Of course the deep V neck caught the attention of many but to say the least the eagle winged belt was the real attention grabber.  

     And for the 2012 People's Choice Awards Stone continued the belted gown look.  This green and navy tree printed Jason Wu dress with tear drop cutouts was breathtaking.  Surely not overdressed for the occasion, but the understated hair pinup and subtle makeup really pulled it all together.      

     Bow-frinkin'-tastic!  Where should I even start?  I suppose with the neck because it's jumping out at me.  At the 2012 Oscars, held at the Hollywood & Highland Center, Stone appeared in a Giambattista Valli Haute Couture gown.  Stone must love the synched waist look because almost all of her gowns follow this style, but who wouldn't when you are a size two?  To top off this blossoming nuber she wore Brian Atwood heels and carried a Louis Vuitton clutch.

     For the 2012 5th Annual Essence Black Women in Hollywood luncheon, what a mouthful there, Stone innocently appeared in an angel like Eli Saab cocktail dress.  Divine, and yes I would go as far as saying she outdid herself.  The beadwork was so intricate and carefully placed.  Again with the open back, she must love her perfect spine and shoulder bones.  Again, who wouldn't if they looked like that?  The quarter length sleeve was something different and lovely to see.

     2012 seems to be the year for Emma Stone.  Her and her stylist have picked some memorable gowns that keep us all in awe.  I can't wait to see what's next.

Stunned at Stone!

Ciao, 

Annie

     

More about Faith in Fashion!

   Wear your faith on your sleeve...literally!  This upcoming winter a popular repeating trend that will carry over from the fall will be the wearing of religious symbols.  Designers are taking all types of religious figures and applying them to clothing, shoes and accessories.  The Catholic cross has been altered in many different ways.  Such as, change in color, material, added feathers, studs,  sequins etc.  The Buddha has been displayed on vintage inspired t-shirts and seen as bedazzaled rings and necklaces.  The Star of David has been screen printed onto shorts pockets, t-shirts and handbags, as well as been hung from earrings and bracelets.  This newfound fashion is a great way to express yourself through style.  Here are a few examples.

Check out the tattoo

Check out the ring

Keep your faith!

Ciao, Annie May

Designer of the Day: Jac Vanek

     This young ruthless designer is full of life as well as extremely artistic ideas.  Jac Vanek is not only a designer but a painter, photographer, writer, movie director and a creator of fashion trends.  She gets most of her inspiration from the 90's grunge era, the armpit of fashion, instead of what she sees on the runway and in magazines.  To me, what makes this brand so interesting and unique is that it is a fusion of her personal artistic expression, along with the consciousness of what is going on during our generation.  

Check it out www.jacvanek.com.

Express yourself!

Ciao, Annie May

Stack It!

     Accent your wrists!  Don't be afraid to load up your wrists with bangles, wrap bracelets, watches, cuffs, string, rope, suede and more.  If wearing a simple outfit go ahead and deck out your arms, you can never have too many bracelets.  This look gives a classic and edgy spin to it allowing you to be a versatile dresser.  Take a look below to see how it's done. 

Stack it, wrap it and go!

Ciao, Annie May

Faith In Fashion!

     Be proud to show your faith!  A popular trend that is on the rise consists of wearing accessories and/or garments with religious symbols on them.  Designers have taken this trend to the next level by decorating each and every item with a fashionable twist.  For example, I have seen cross necklaces with rhinestones, beading, spikes, feathers and more creative eye attracting decorations.  Forever 21 has a wide variety of all different religious items, check them out online or in your local store!

Star of David

Cross

Buddha

Be proud of your faith!

Ciao, Annie May

Designer of the Day: Patrizia Pepe

       Patrizia Pepe is a trademark ready to wear designer of Florence, Italy.  The brilliant Patrizia Bambi and Claudio Orrea founded this company in 1993.  This fabulous company has become more popular over the past few years once they introduced children’s clothing, intimates and beachwear.  Patrizia Pepe clothing is ultimately classy with a spin of edgy punk throughout their collection.  Their trademark designs are neon colored insects (butterflies & other bugs).  Check out how Pepe makes their outfits pop!

Spring/Summer 2011 Collection

Try it out, but don’t get stung!

Ciao, Annie May