Color Me Spring: Aaaaaah...CHOO!

This week's Color Me Spring post features the eclectic shoe stylings of Jimmy Choo.  Bold patterns, florals, neons and skins permeate this collection filled with sexy barely there sandals and funky flats.  But enough talk. Feast your eyes my Loverlies and enjoy!

'Whirl' Ballerina Flat

$550

Neiman Marcus

Bolt Painted Python Peep-Toe Bootie

$1895

Neiman Marcus

Clue Glitter Platform Slingback, Blue

$695

Neiman Marcus



Glenda Pointed Toe Ballet Flat, Tangerine

$450

Neiman Marcus




Lang Patent Strappy Sandal, Yellow

$795.00

Neiman Marcus



Color Me Spring!

Hello my Loverlies!  Hope all is going well for you.  Michigan weather has really been taking it's toll on me (been sick all weekend) with one day warm, the next day cold, the next day wet, so on and so forth. There hasn't been much sunshine in the past few days and I'm finding myself craving some serious springtime folly.

Enter 2013's biggest fashion trend--COLOR!!! From shoes to handbags to suits, dresses and everything in between, the one constant on both the runways and the racks is the fusion of color. Color prints, color blocking, solid colors and smoldering hues. Our favorite designers both established and new are waking up our senses with vibrant reds, oranges, yellows, greens and blues.

This week's "Color Me" series focuses on candilicious footwear. Feast and enjoy, my Loverlies!

Schutz

Ginny Nubuck Platform Pump, Blue

$200

Neiman Marcus

Charlotte Olympia

Kitty Cat-Embroidered Velvet Pump, Red

$695

Neiman Marcus

Christian Louboutin

Troca Pixellated Python Platform Pump

$1595

Neiman Marcus

Sophia Webster

Pretty Like Pollock Paint-Splatter Vinyl Pump

$575

Neiman Marcus

Manolo Blahnik

BB Suede High-Heel Pump, Orange

$595

Neiman Marcus

Nicholas Kirkwood

Swirl-Print Satin Pump, Aqua

$695

Neiman Marcus

Rene Caovilla

Shimmer Platform d'Orsay Pump

$775

Neiman Marcus

Johnny Was: Bohemian Springtime

Florals, prints, and soft pastels make up the bulk of Johnny Was' Spring Collection.

Flowing maxi skirts and colorful print tunics pay homage to Bohemian chic, taking us back to a simpler time when it was still acceptable for women's fashion to be "pretty." Comfort is just as important as style in this collection with light weight fabrics that kiss the female form creating an ultra-feminine silhouette.

FA'SHOE'NISTA salutes the Bohemian Chic of designer Johnny Was.  Pretty is as pretty does. Enjoy!

Acey V-Neck Embroidered Blouse 
Neiman Marcus

Mixed Print Silk Flair Dress
Neiman Marcus

Georgette Eyelet Skirt & Talasi Print Blouse 

Neiman Marcus

Oscar's night of Beauty

Oscar season. That time of the year when all fashionistas wait with baited breath for the Red Carpet Fashion Extravanganza.

This year, neutrals played a big part as well as opulent color; reds, blues, yellows, etc. Gold made a big splash as many of the Hollywood divas opted for the bling. Below are a few of my picks for best dressed.

From the lovely Kerry Washington, Dame Shirley Bassey and the nights best surprise, First Lady Michelle Obama in a stunning Naeem Khan number, the Red Carpet was definitely a feast for the fashion hungry eye. Enjoy, mon bellas!

All photos are courtesy  of The Hollywood Reporter unless otherwise stated.

Olivia Munn

Skyfall actress Naomie Harris

Catherine Zeta-Jones

Octavia Spencer

Kerry Washington

Nicole Kidman

Quvenzhane Wallis

Kelly Rowland

Gloria Reuben

Good Morning America's Robin Roberts
 

First Lady Michelle Obama
Photo courtesy of www.usmagazine.com

Dame Shirley Bassey

NEW YORK FASHION WEEK: Street Chic

New York Fashion Week. Another reason to love February.  Designers show their best wares on the Runways. Stylists and make up artists work their expertise on the bodies and faces of super mannequins as they strut their stuff on the Catwalk during the week.

For me, the most fun is watching the fashionistas as they arrive at the shows. From punk/grunge chic, to elegant glamor, these fashion savvy divas know how to express and impress. I suppose I find them far more interesting because I can relate to them. They represent the "everywoman" and what they share in common is their individualism.  Their unique style is inspiring and their confidence is alluring and magnetic. They're not afraid to wear what best suits them, whether it's bright colors, bold patterns, or a mixture of both.

FA'SHOE'NISTA salutes the individual style and grace of the divas of NYFW.  Très bien, no?

Tamu McPherson - All the Pretty Birds

Marian Kihogo

The beautiful Angela Bassett

All photos courtesy of Essence.com

Donna Karan Spring 2013 Ad

I love Donna Karan. Always have, always will. As far as I'm concerned she is the Queen of Sleek Chic. Her designs are for the discriminating woman who wants to look her best with an edge to her style. I think the thing that I love most about Donna Karan's designs is that I GET them. I understand her fashion philosophy: the soft, flowing fabrics, the body hugging lines minus the vulgarity, the tailored attention to detail. As an artist, I am a just as much an admirer of the Avant Garde as the next person, but sometimes, just sometimes, I want to look "pretty." Donna Karan's Spring 2013 collection is all that and more. Not much fuss, just beautiful designs. Sleek Chic at its best. Enjoy.

Jennifer Hudson Performs at the Presidential Inaugural Ball

Hello Loverlies!  Happy Monday, hope your day went well.  It's a very chilly 1 degree here in my neck of the woods and I'm so happy to be snug in front of my computer.

Well...I'm sure you all are still reeling from the historical events of yesterday. I know I am.  For me, it was a fashion bonanza.  Everyone looked positively stunning; the first family dressed to impress and boy, did they ever!  Now, on to the night's festivities--performances by Alicia Keys, John Legend, and Jennifer Hudson to name a few, rocked Capitol Hill. Of course, Jen H's performance stood out the most because of her rendition of Al Green's classic Let's Stay Together.  And while we all would have loved to hear that oh so silky voice of the Man himself, IMO, Jennifer did well in spite of having to fill some pretty gigantic shoes. 

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I thought she looked beautiful in a basic black sleeveless mermaid style gown.  Soft curls cascading on her shoulders lent an air of that Old Hollywood glamor I love so much. A "less is more" choice of jewelry and black pumps with jeweled platforms provided just the right amount of bling.

All in all, it was a beautiful night and Jennifer Hudson's performance was a fitting serenade for the First Couple's inaugural dance.