Jewelry designer Lydia Marcos brings us back to junior high crushes.
What happens when you take 90′s iconic rock-n-roll woods, inlaid in chunky metals, and femme fatale it up in a women’s collection of cuffs, rings, pendants and super-sized statement necklaces?
By our estimation, you get the next Hollywood stylist’s obsession, courtesy jewelry designer Lydia Marcos. Think 70′s British Vogue beach girl meets 80′s Chanel power pearls in overdrive.
Check out this piece Poshglam.com did on me.
For those who want to read the silliness I spew…I ask you? So Whatcha Whatcha Gonna DO? Earth day turns the big 4-0 today…I had no idea ED and I were so close in age however I do remember going to Earth Day concerts in Golden Gate Park in San Fran back in the 90′s. Who can tell me who headlined cuz I haven’t a clue….
I was unconsciously conscious for recycling all of my clothing in those days.
selfish and clever enough to figure out how to get my fashion fix. Recycling your clothing was just stupid smart for me..
When I became a published author of the book/dvd Closet Control in 2007 I coined the term, Eco-Selfish. What does that mean? Think street style savvy. Want something new? Sell something old? uh duh?
That’s Eco-Selfish which now happens to be good for you-good for your pocketbook and good for the planet.
1-2-3 Or can you go for 4?
If the above doesn’t describe your sex life. Read on little miss multiple.
Let’s daydream for a moment. You’re in the shoe department at Nordstrom. It’s their Half-yearly sale.
Your super- spotter- shopping endorphins begin to kick in.
You’ve spotted the cutest ballet flat EVERRRRRRRR and your closing in.
You think “I’ll buy the white. Can’t go wrong-so practical-goes with everything. Do you stop there? As if- you aren’t satisfied yet! (they’re on sale!) Gosh the turquoise are fun and oh look Fuschia!
You stop and ask yourself: What would Audrey Hepburn do in Breakfast at Tiffany’s or Sarah Jessica Parker in Sex and the city? Your heart begins to beat faster- like hot boy fast.
You know the kind, you’re late for a very important date BUT every outfit you put on makes you feel like a fat cow.
Before you know it, you’re chanting “I’m a loser baby, why don’t you kill me?”
Why is it every time you have to show up in public as the BEST YOU, the FABULOUS you, you LOSE it?
What if I told you that you aren’t crazy. The stress associated with getting dressed happens to most everyone. Even me. I’ve learned how to handle my own fashion meltdowns and I can help you too.
You can book a Virtual Styling Session with me and the good news is you don’t even have to get dressed. All you need is a web cam.
Tell me if any of these situations ring true.
home your not so sure. I can alleviate painful shopping sprees and help you build a wardrobe just for you.For some people getting dressed can be right up there with going to the dentist, you know you have to but really?
I can help you save time and money on costly shopping trips allowing you more time to focus on what you do best.
I am your personal style ambassador.
Virtual styling are bite-size sessions that help you get on your way faster, more fashionably without the enormous stress level attached.
Book time with your stylist today.
5 Tips To Avoid Your Next Fashion Meltdown
Here are 5 tips to avoid your next fashion meltdown.
Never let them see you sweat. How you present your self can be a deal starter.
Style Tip
Do you ever feel like a fashion don’t?
You think “I look GREAT” when you leave the house BUT later decide “Not so much”.
Get out your camera/video and shoot a picture of what you’re wearing. Point the camera from your neck down. Trust me you will be more objective without your face in frame.
If you don’t like what you see, change a shoe, shift a bracelet for necklaces. Your outfit might be so close. With a few simple changes, you will find a winner. Every stylist including myself uses this tip. Make the extra effort, you’ll feel better all day long.
Designer labels over 3 years old. Weed them out of your closet today. Revive coats, dresses and jackets with a seamtress.
Need the cash? What are you waiting for? Sell sooner rather than later for the highest ROI. Don’t wait for clothing to come back in style. That’s SO your mother talking.
Buy to Wear
Wear to Sell
Repeat process.
Society for Rational Dress by Corinne Grassini
Isn’t it the best feeling when you have a great hair day? Or when you know you knocked your outfit out of the park?
Feel’s like you’re walking on air all day long right?
How can you make everyday the best dressed day of your life?
Enter Society for Rational Dress by designer Corinne Grassini who can pretty much be your Go To Girl…Say what?
That’s right! Doesn’t matter what you choose from Corinne’s line… you’ll be set to turn a few heads with your care don’t care but “oh yeah” you care attitude.
Maybe you don’t want the extra eyes on you… how about filtering negativity from those around you?
When you dress from a space of status and “who’s that?” confidence….
Don’t be afraid to take a little longer lunch… stroll on past the mom at the park who gave you “tude” cuz it’s ova.
Style is ONE of your most powerful tools in your tool box.
I wouldn’t be worth much if I didn’t write about designers that had a humongous range for your buy LESS…wear MORE equation.
Society For Rational Dress will create curves you never knew existed.
If you’re blessed with more bam bam then you know what to do with, Corinne is the master at scaling back what your momma gave you.
Off balanced shoulders to deeper than deep armholes create a peek a boo…I showed you cuz I wanted to…
Society for Rational Dress by Corinne Grassini
Skin no matter what your size is one of your best accessories and last time I checked, it’s still free:)
Style tip-
This season is all about leg’s… leg’s… leg’s covered in leggings.
With your second skin on and Corinne’s style strategy of imbalance-balance… soften your matte look OR sheen up your shine just in time for NYE.
Here’s me wishing you and your family a Hugely Happy Holiday.
What are you wearing?
Maggie Ward Silk Jeannie Pants
“Yes master? How can I be of service to you? Your wish is my command.”
“Jeannie, I need your help. The holiday parties are happening. I can’t bear what’s in my closet or rather what’s not. I want to look great but I NEED to be comfortable. I’m WAY too busy to put too much thought into what I’m wearing.”
Sound frighteningly familiar? Does comfort precede style in your life? How bout shifting from frighteningly frumpy to elegantly easy?
I’d rather you be easy like Sunday morning. Cool, relaxed. Care-don’t care but OH you SO care.
If what you’re wearing starts out stylish- go on and be overwhelmed everywhere else.
P.S-That’s my style plan.
Style Tip-
Styling and personal style is wearing clothing when you’re not supposed to.
Here’s the thing it’s much easier to dress dressy down.
Pair your jeannie pant with ballet flats or flat boots then right into evening with this season’s cut out ankle boot.
I hear your best dressed angel bell ringing right about now.
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Who knew the housewives of Orange County (I’ll save the REAL for your own intepretation) had some of the best mall shopping right in their backyard? Getting dressed with the perfect body (or paid for) is so much better with a spray tan, Right?
Enter Costa Mesa’s South Coast Plaza shopping center. SCP is ready and waiting for your future staycation.
Valet your car or if you’re like me just self-park. Why not begin the day at the South Coast Plaza spa with Aqua Yoga/Pilates. Who Knew? Then onto an invigorating South Pacific Creme body polish. Summer’s right around the corner, time to get your scrub on.
Don’t spend too much time in the spa-Momma’s gettin hungry. You head up to the 3rd floor by Nordstrom’s and enter Marche Moderne. It’s all about their Charcuterie. Triple dare ya – say Charcuterie 4times fast! You go for figs and a little blue cheese with proscuitto…mmmmm.
As charcuterie coma settles in your server gives you a hot tip, Nordstrom’s Spa has the exclusive on Minx nail appliques. Beyonce of course sports the Minx. You test drive your toes. Black and white checkerboard, you’re in Gwen Stefani’s hood sista.
Just about half-way through your day. By golly it’s time to SHOP!
Did you know that South Coast Plaza receives exclusives only second to New York. “How you like me now” Beverly Hills?
From Balenciaga, Christian Louboutin and the newly remodeled Hermes boutique, who needs crowded Rodeo Dr? Go on hang in the Orange Curtain for a change.
Personally I about did a double take at St. John’s boutique. With a new head designer in tow, SJK has been reborn. Hip Hip Hooray.
Power-walk the mall over to Bloomie’s Space NK Apothecary for a few of London’s most exclusive beauty lines. (Think Sephora but British style).
Oh HAPPY hour- Martini’s and Kobe sliders at Charlie Palmer’s chic and sleek lounge. Laker’s on the big screen anyone?
You’re way too tipsy and tired to get back on the 405. Who says you have to? Leave your car where you parked it, no need for a DUI crossing Anton. Just tell security.
W’s parent hotel, the Costa Mesa Westin checks you right in. Your final activity for the day- the lounge in the lobby. Ambient tunes splash beneath a beautiful outdoor waterfall. You finish your evening off with a couple Kir Royale’s and stumble up to bed. Whose a tired kitty?
Wake up in the morning for your own quick brew of Starbuck’s right in the room. How’s that for a quick holiday?
Did you know that South Coast Plaza is an internationally recognized shopping zone for the rich and wealthy, many buying homes right in the area. Don’t be surprised if you run into a couple Saudi, sheik’s shopping.
With all this luxury at your fingertips, one things for certain- you’ll leave inspired and tired. Now that’s my kinda work-out.
-Barbra Horowitz
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