Sneak Peek...

A couple weeks ago, I was asked to put together a Summer Events Guide to Style Look Book & I wanted to give you all a sneak peek of one of the styles, before it hits the blogosphere...

This look is for a casual dinner party.  High waisted, wide legged, trouser pant, in a light beige...

With a sheer, coral, tank...

Tied together with a woven, mahogany, skinny belt...

Adorned with a statement necklace...

And a great pair of mahogany wedges with tiny peep toe...

Gather your belongings in a kelly green, leather wristlet...

And don't forget to paint your nails in, Cafe Forgot, a creamy cappuccino color...

...& Put it all together...

As the week goes on, I will share a couple more of the styles for different summer events!

Pin Thin Pleats...

One trend to watch for Spring has been skinny thin pleats silk or chiffon skirts.  Whether maxi length or a shorter style, this style has made it through decades of fashion trends...

High waisted, pin thin pleats, in neutral color tones keep the style modern with a classic flair...

Or for a more 'day-wear' look, drop the hemline a bit & pair with a silk blouse...

I will be honest, there is one part of this trend that I have been avoiding for months, ever since it first hit the runway... & that is the length of this hemline...

It is a very popular trend for Spring, in fabrics & styles other than silk pleats, & to be completely honest, I am not quite sure how I feel about it?  The length seems rather unflattering & leaves me unsettled.  I want to be like, "ooo cute skirt, lets hem it up a couple inches! Or, ooo cute skirt, I wish it were a couple inches longer!"  I am trying to warm up to the trendy length...

This style of pin thin pleats goes great with dresses too...

If the dress has full body pleats, break up the fabric with a skinny belt adorned to your waist to give your body the curve it deserves...

What do you think about pin thin pleats? Leave them for decades ago or modernize them for today?

Slither into Spring... On a Budget...

So I received a lot of emails about interest in Snake Skin Adorned Heels & I wanted to share with you all some great styles I found, for a girl on a budget!  All of these are under $100 & would be fabulous to add to your closet for this spring & summer!

Another inquiry I received was pertaining specifically what to wear heels like these with?  My suggestions are to always, always, always keep it simple!  In order for this pattern to not look tacky, keep the rest of your outfit downplayed with neutral colors & subtle fabrics.

Top Shop: $70...

Top Shop: $65...

Jessica Simpson: $72...

Jessica Simpson: $72...

Jessica Simpson: $89...

Jessica Simpson: $98...

And let's all drool over these for awhile...

Rock & Republic: $325...