~Anti- Lilly I confess~

Since Make Mine a Mojito was the brave one out of all the blogs I read to admit that she is not a Lilly Pulitzer fan I have to come out and admit this too.

Full disclosure and to be honest I can't stand Lilly!!

Maybe because I didn't grow up in the South, or this is what I tell myself. When I see grown women wearing Lilly I just think they look like they are wearing little girl's clothing or like they belong in the Stepford Wifes. Little girl's in Lilly is very cute, all the bright colors, and animal prints (not my kind of animal prints like zebra and leopard) more like pink and green elephants which scare me as they are juvenile. fitting. My Lilly dislike also flows over to my dislike of Vera Bradley bags. Again I feel they mostly look very young and resemble diaper bags.

If you have been reading my blog you know my taste is much more along the lines of Banana Republic, J. Crew, Ann Taylor Loft, Gap. My style could be described as classical trendy if there is such a description.

Please don't be mad or leave me mean comments this is only my opinion. Thank You Mrs. Mojito for being the first, you are not alone.

Valentino The Last Emperor

The day has finally arrived

I can not wait to see this movie, I have such respect for Mr. Valentino. Anytime Valentino has granted a magazine a interview I have to read it, or anything on T.V. that has any bit of him I have to watch it. He is a true Fashion Icon, no one dresses the female body like Valentino. Now if only one day I can be privileged to own OK try on one of his pieces of art.

OPENING IN SELECTED CITIES STARTING MARCH 18: New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago and San Francisco.

Shown around the world in film festivals to wide acclaim, VALENTINO THE LAST EMPEROR is a feature film that has captured the hearts and imaginations of audiences. It is a behind-the-scenes look at the world of fashion, featuring access never-before allowed in the high temples of Haute Couture. .

Photo courtesy of: www.valentinomovie.com

For those who have not heard of this amazing movie here is the Synopsis:

VALENTINO THE LAST EMPEROR is a feature-length film on the legendary designer Valentino Garavani in the wake of his exit in 2008 from the company he founded in Rome more than 45 years ago. Produced and directed by Matt Tyrnauer, Special Correspondent for Vanity Fair magazine, the film is an intimate, engaging and very funny fly-on-the-wall exploration of the singular world of one of Italy's richest and most famous men. The film documents the colorful and dramatic closing act of Valentino’s celebrated career, tells the story of his extraordinary life and work, and also explores the larger themes affecting the fashion business today. But at the heart of the film is the unique relationship between Valentino and his business partner and companion of 50 years, Giancarlo Giammetti. Source: www.valentinomovie.com

Summer Sandals

Have you seen these adorable sandals?

I love these three pairs and will be adding at least two if not all three of them to my summer wardrobe. They will be available at Target April12-June 28, but I have a feeling these will go fast once they hit the shelves.

All photos are courtesy of Target


These red sandals with the starfish are my favorite and will be my first purchase.
G.R.I.T.S. I thought of you when I saw these since you love starfish.

These green patent sandals are soooo cute and I would love to wear them with a cute navy sundress for during the day. Dress them up with white pants and a sassy top for dinner and cocktails.

These will be a go to sandal to wear with anything. The cute turtle has great details with the rhinestones and jewels. I can see myself wearing these with shorts, jeans, skirts really anything.



Now I just need the weather to warm up so I can get my feet into some of these sandals.

Christian Siriano+Payless=Fierce

Who could forget Christian Siriano from Project runway...well he has launched a new shoe & accessory line with Payless. Inspired by Egyptology, the footwear is full of spikes, chains, and cone heels. The predominant color being chocolate brown. The prices will range between $25-$45 and will be available this fall in stores.

So in the words of Christian are these FIERCE or not?

Golden Globe Fashion

Working in the fashion industry for several years in my past I still have the fashion bug. I almost get giddy as awards season approaches. It is almost a sickness that I can't control seeing what celebrity will decide to wear which designer. Did they stick to the known classics or venture to a new and up and coming name. Before I get started with my favorite and not so favorites I will share a small pet peeve of mine, seeing a beautiful woman wearing a gorgeous gown, to die for jewelry, stunning makeup and then there it is her hair is just normal a everyday look, do something different pull it up, back, curl it but something....

Last night did not disappoint with so many beautiful dresses for so many beautiful people.

Here are some of my favorites:

My favorite is this deep purple one shoulder I would wear this in a heartbeat!! Reminds me of a bridesmaid dress I wore in my best friends wedding. Only difference was mine was strapless with detailing but the same pretty deep purple. Everyone looks good in this color I think.


Both of these are very lady like dresses with full skirts and beautiful necklines.




Very different from each other but one very structured and the other whimsical.





The fair shades of these dresses are not for my fair skin tone but I love the silhouette none the least.



One very classic and elegant with such impeccable detail and the other very artistic. These two dresses very much fit the personalities of Kate and Cameron.


It is only fair to also share the dresses I didn't like:



Not quite sure what to say here other than I really dislike them both. Captain Jack comes to mind with those sleeves. Renee I just don't understand this dress too much going on for me with the hair, sleeves, nude bodice, full skirt. She is usually a star I love to see what she is wearing not last night, sorry.





Tattoos do not make beautiful accessories in my world.




All I can say is "Oh no they both didn't!!!"


Note this are just my thoughts and opinions some may agree some may not.
That is the beauty of fashion much like art you know what you like and what you do not.