Hipster, kourtney
Sassy, kourtney
Happy Summertime, kourtney
kourtney in deep thought..
Saturday
Monday
1980's J.C.PENNEY . COUTURE
J.C. Penney 1987 Denim Commercial (CLICK)
5 Amazing things about the above video:
1. Julie. (in her "fast moving denim outfit." .. Go 'head girl!)
2. Bernard's mashed-potato. (that sh*t cray.)
3. The fact that Tracy is able to "twist and shout" amidst 50 layers of clothing.
4. We can all agree that Joe is the best/worst dancer of the group.
5. The snippet you just watched was "just a sampling." I'm itching to see what else they have!
Tuesday
ARM PARTY, PERSONAL INVITE.
I sure hope this little guy (the Marc by Marc Jacobs Henry watch) shows up to my next arm party! Maybe he'll show up dressed in a box, wrapped in red and green paper... Hint! Hint!!!!
Monday
THE MAN REPELLER.COUTURE
i love this girl. She literally makes me LOL! to say that i'm jealous of her closet would be both obvious and a complete understatement.
watch her. and please check out her blog!
Tuesday
FASHION INSPIRED SHORT DOCUMENTARIES.
Check out these 2 unrelated very short Youtube clips that have more in common than you actually think.
The first clip is a 'day in the life' so to speak of the public relations power house for one of the largest fashion brands ever DKNY by Miss Donna Karan. Public Relations is an integral and vital component for any successful fashion brand. Aliza Licht shows us how it's done!
The second clip gives us a peek in the the mind of the genius talent that is Tom Ford. His full documentary will air on "Visionaries" on the OWN network.
Wednesday
ADELE INSPIRED FASHION.
Me, being a self professed "Adele Addict," I couldn't not make a post about her vintage/Elizabethan/original style. I'm actually her number one fan and this girl can do no wrong in my head. You all better know who she is!!!
ADELE'S LOOK VIA POLYVORE.COM
MY FIRST LADY'S INAUGURATION GOWN.
The dress that made, the ever so talented, Jason Wu a household name in fashion. Michelle Obama's inauguration gown. During a recent trip to our D.C. I was privileged enough to see The Gown up close.
It was an amazing experience. A gorgeous dress!
Photo Credit: kourtney.Couture
QUEEN OF BHUTAN STYLE . COUTURE
Very much like our own First Lady, the new Queen of Bhutan is on her way to becoming a fashion icon herself! Jetsun Pema is not afraid to wear bright amazing colors and at just 21 years of age this style Queen can not be overlooked!
Jetsun Pema
CUSTOM CURLS!
Last week, while in a full service salon one of the black hair-dressers came up to me to ask me about my natural hair. 3 days prior to our conversation she had made the "big CHOP," she cut all of her relaxed hair off, and as a result had a very modern and feminine "buzz cut" that fit her personality and friendly face, perfectly! It looked so natural on her. She mentioned she was inspired by a beautiful black woman, she had seen on the train that was bald, the day before she decided to cut her own hair. We went on to discuss the American and African American perception of "beauty."
Excited to meet another young woman with natural hair (me) and buzzing with curiosity and excitement, she asked me "What products do you use on your [natural] hair? what can I use on mine?"
Ladies! here is MY answer: When we "perm" or "relax" our hair we use the same chemical to produce the same result (straight hair). When your hair is in its natural state, meaning the way your unique and individual curl pattern forms from your own scalp, it will not be the same as anyone else's hair! Whatever products work for me may not work for you.
Embrace what comes natural to you, if you so choose too.
Tuesday
NYFW's RUNWAYS WERE MORE DIVERSE THIS SEASON.
Well hooray for diversity! Cheers to color! And Adios to indistinguishable models ... Oh! and a round of applause for progression!! :)
http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2011/09/new_york_fashion_week_was_more.html
MEMORY LANE ... "RICH GIRLS" COUTURE.
I soo wish this show had come back for another season! A real MTV Gem. But in lieu of a 2nd season MTV gifted us “Laguna Beach’ and subsequently ‘The Hills’ which paved the way for ‘The City’ and by now I’m sure you’ve caught my drift? All great reality shows (or at least my favorites) come from MTV! Okay, maybe that’s not the point I’m trying to make .. BUT! I miss this show. I wonder if it’s on DVD??
Here’s just a tease…
Wednesday
NEW YORK FASHION WEEK: THE HISTORY..
It's that time of year again! It comes around twice annually, but where did it start? And how did it become such a big deal?
This brief, yet informative article from www.stylelist.com helps answer your questions!
Tuesday
KATE MIDDLETON . FASHION REPEATS . ECONOMICAL . COUTURE
She may be the Duchess of Cambridge. But one thing she aint, is afraid to wear the same thing twice!
Well, a tip of the hat to you Ms. Duchess! In such rough financial times where not just the fashion industry is struggling she is sending a well-received and humble message through her classic wardrobe.
SIMPLE/COMPLEX . COUTURE
Mary-Kate, or is she Ashley Olsen? I'm embarrassed to admit that I really don't know the difference. But, which ever fabulous twin she is, she's pulling off the casual-over sized-masculine femininity look effortlessly.
But just to make sure her outfit isn't toooo casual, she's wearing a $39,000 bag over her shoulder! yup! and exclusive one from the Olsen twins haute couture line, The Row...
For more on The Row's handbag collection..
Monday
HAUTE MOTHER DAUGHTER COUTURE
Desiree Rogers, the former White House Social Secretary for the Obama Administration (the first black person to hold such an esteemed position.) and her lovely daughter were style by FLOTUS Michelle Obama's amazing stylist of Vogue's style issue...
Too much amazingness going on in the above statement! :)
CREATIVE ENERGY ABUSED .. RIP AMY!
"Creative energy abused. All my lyrics go unused..." an ironic line from one of the songs off of one of my top 5 favorite albums Frank.
Rest in Peace, Amy!
HOW A STYLIST PACKS HER SUITCASE
Everything You Need for a Warm-Weather Three-Day Getaway
The Basics
3 pairs of socks
4 pairs of undies
2 bras
The Basics
3 pairs of socks
4 pairs of undies
2 bras
The Pieces
1 white button-up (“You can wear it long over jean shorts, as a bathing suit cover, or tied over your shorts or chinos.”)
2 tank tops
2 tees
1 pair of chinos (“There are a million good pairs at J.Crew right now.”)
1 pair of skinny jeans
1 pair of denim cutoffs (“I love Double RL Vintage or Current/Elliott.”)
1 pair of shorts (cotton or linen)
1 long dress
1 skirt
1 short dress
1 jacket
1 long cardigan
1 pair of sandals or espadrilles
1 pair of ballet flats (“Gap makes great ones you can toss in your carry-on.”)
1 pair of nude heels (“They go with everything and make your legs look crazy long.”)
1 white button-up (“You can wear it long over jean shorts, as a bathing suit cover, or tied over your shorts or chinos.”)
2 tank tops
2 tees
1 pair of chinos (“There are a million good pairs at J.Crew right now.”)
1 pair of skinny jeans
1 pair of denim cutoffs (“I love Double RL Vintage or Current/Elliott.”)
1 pair of shorts (cotton or linen)
1 long dress
1 skirt
1 short dress
1 jacket
1 long cardigan
1 pair of sandals or espadrilles
1 pair of ballet flats (“Gap makes great ones you can toss in your carry-on.”)
1 pair of nude heels (“They go with everything and make your legs look crazy long.”)
The Extras
1 straw hat (“I wore a BCBGeneration boater — minus the bead embellishment — during my wedding weekend.”)
1 pair of sunglasses
1 scarf
Bracelets (“Made Her Think cuffs always make the right statement.”)
1 pair of stud earrings
1 pair of gold hoops (“Necklaces aren’t practical; they just get tangled up.”)
1 straw hat (“I wore a BCBGeneration boater — minus the bead embellishment — during my wedding weekend.”)
1 pair of sunglasses
1 scarf
Bracelets (“Made Her Think cuffs always make the right statement.”)
1 pair of stud earrings
1 pair of gold hoops (“Necklaces aren’t practical; they just get tangled up.”)
The Beauty
1 toiletry bag (“A neutral Bare bag doubles as a clutch.”)Facial cleansing pads
Tinted moisturizer with sunscreen
Mascara
Lip balm (“Dr Pepper Lip Smacker is heaven.”)
Blush
Blemish treatment (“Mario Badescu drying lotion never fails.”)
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Deodorant
Body lotion
Hair bands
1 scrunchie
1 headband
Shampoo and conditioner (“Nothing will ruin your weekend like a bad hair day.”)
The Baggage
1 day bag (“I don’t go anywhere without a Rebecca Minkoff M.A.C. Clutch.”)
1 nighttime clutch
1 large carryall
1 carry-on trolley (“I like to check my wheely bag and carry on the carryall — it’s faster to get through security this way, and the tote can double as a beach or grocery bag when you finally get where you’re going.”)
1 day bag (“I don’t go anywhere without a Rebecca Minkoff M.A.C. Clutch.”)
1 nighttime clutch
1 large carryall
1 carry-on trolley (“I like to check my wheely bag and carry on the carryall — it’s faster to get through security this way, and the tote can double as a beach or grocery bag when you finally get where you’re going.”)
(Courtesy of www.dailycandy.com)
ARE YOU WEARING A DRESS?
Tunic: "a woman's upper garment, either loose or close-fitting andextending over the skirt to the hips or below." .. as defined by dictionary.reference.com .. My definition, "a very long shirt, with the option to be work as a dress ... at your own discretion."
it's obvious that we all have own opinions and discretions about our wardrobes, so below is a chart to help you figure out if you are actually wearing a dress!
(courtesy of huffingtonpost.com)
"BRAZILIANS LOBBY FOR A QUOTA OF 20% BLACK MODELS AT São Paulo Fashion Week"
""Research showed their clients still reject the combination of black [models] and luxury clothing," writes a Brazilian fashion editor whose name, ironically, is Vivian Whiteman. An African-Brazilian booker named Bruno Soares agrees: "For historical reasons Brazil's black population has been poor and not a consumer of fashion. This is reflected in the casting," he said, calling these factors "cruel rules." So how much do quotas really help change these things? It's a step in the right direction, but it's hard to tell how far-reaching its effects will be." nymag.com/daily/fashion/
Friday
Sunday
CHRISTMAS IN SPRING
LOVE IT.
Here, she displays that you can strategically wear seasonal colors even when it's not their appropriate season! :)
Here, she displays that you can strategically wear seasonal colors even when it's not their appropriate season! :)
MET GALA? OR ROYAL WEDDING?
Hmmmm .. it seems as though some of the attendees confused the events on their calendars. They Royal Wedding was actually 3 days previous to the MET Gala honoring Alexander McQueen and even so, why are they dressed like they are ready to be the future Dutchess??
Monday
Tuesday
COVER WARS . FASHION ICON EDITION
I LOVE WHEN THIS HAPPENS!!! :)
i can't decide who sold it better ... i love them both too much.
i can't decide who sold it better ... i love them both too much.
Monday
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