2012 Fashion Trend

Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 Fashion Trend #2: Color. For colder seasons designers normally prefer using neutral or reserved colors like black, brown, navy, cream, dark violet, etc. However, Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 collections abound in brighter hues like crimson, neon orange, purple, sky blue and others. Besides, these eye-popping tones can come in daring combinations. See Haider Ackermann, Alberta Ferretti, Victoria Beckham, Tommy Hilfiger, Burberry Prorsum, and other designers and brands for inspiration. (Read COLOR TRENDS FOR FALL/ WINTER 2011/ 2012)

Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 Fashion Trend #3: Fetish. This trendhas come very unexpected. The most surprising thing is that so many designers have taken it so seriously. Marc Jacobs has built both Louis Vuitton and Marc Jacobs collections on fetish and domitatrix themes. Gaga’s favorite designer Mugler, Giles, Antonio Berardi, Marios Schwab as well as Viktor & Rolf and Givenchy have all featured this Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 trend in their ranges.

Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 Fashion Trend #4: Texture Overload.Everything is mixed in Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 collections. Silk comes along with fur and knitwear, sequins and leather make a perfect combination and even plastic goes well with chiffon and wool. Sounds crazy? It does. And it does look a bit crazy, too.

Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 Fashion Trend #5: 40s Elegance.Fashion repeats itself. In Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 40s elegance is again a hot trend. The best approach to reinvent this fashion era has been realized by Gucci, John Galliano, Miu Miu, and Jonathan Saunders.

Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 Fashion Trend #6: Midi and Maxi skirts. Miniskirts are always popular, especially with teenagers. But for Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 you better embrace the longer length skirts. These can look as sexy as minis because your sex appeal depends on how you wear your clothes, not the type of clothing you wear. Find midis and maxis in Dries Van Noten, Chloe, Balenciaga, Roland Mouret, Antonio Marras, St.John and other designer collections.

Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 Fashion Trend #7: Prints. The variety of prints in Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 collections is huge: from tiny polka dots in Gucci and broken glass in Stella McCartney to girly paisley in Anna Sui and bold flowers in Versace. There are also baroque prints in Jonathan Saunders, photographic flowers at Giambattist Valli, Miu Miu’s glittering spring flowers, enlarged feathers at Ungaro, panthers in Givenchy’s, and plenty of other prints in other designer collections. You just need to understand what print you want because you can have everything.

Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 Fashion Trend #8: Pleats and Frills.While gender play trend is going forward at a steady gait some designers think femininity should be preserved. It’s the greatest news for those girls who don’t want to transform into strong and courageous men and prefer to remain fragile women. Pleats, frills, cute rosettes and lovely embroidery help us look romantic. And we sometimes want to look romantic, don’t we? Prettiest pleats can be found in Valentino, Oscar de la Renta and Christian Dior Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 collections.

Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 Fashion Trend #9: Zoological. Besides zoological prints, like leopard and python, to which we have already got accustomed due to the fact every single season designers use these in their creations, in Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 ranges we see lots of feathers, wild animals printed on fabric (Givenchy, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Topshop and Ungaro), hats in shape of lions and panthers at Anna Sui, etc. Fashion goes really wild.

Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 Fashion Trend #10 Chunky Knit Sweater. .Fall and winter are cold seasons, so there is no wonder why designers have included warm chunky sweaters into their collections. Missoni is the main producer of knitted sweaters. You can see a great variety of knitted items in their Fall/ Winter 2011/ 2012 line.

Lanvin SS 2012 New

Alber Elbaz’s perfectly exaggerated silhouettes for Lanvin’s S/S 2012 collection made even the most simple of dresses look stunning. The bold, angular shoulders made the models look even more confident as they walked down the runway. The sternness of those shoulders were juxtaposed next to hyper-feminine, silk pleated cut-out dresses that bared more than we would expect a Lanvin woman to show. But no matter how Elbaz chooses to push the envelope he can not help but exude chic!

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Kanye West's 1st Collection

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Happy {Holiday} Weekend!

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I am off to Seattle today to spend Christmas with my family and friends which should be full of good cheer, laughs and celebrations!  I wish you all the happiest of holidays and safe travels to wherever you are headed! 

XOXO

GAP Demin Giveaway WINNER!

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Eeks!  Yesterday was busy and I totes forgot to announce the winner of the Gap Giveaway yesterday!  I want to thank you all for entering and am excited to announce that MJ from Teaching In Heels is the lucky winner!! 

Congratulations MJ, hope you find the perfect fitting jean just for you!  Please email me with your address so that I can get your prize out to you! 

Thanks again for entering and I look forward to hosting another giveaway soon in 2012! 

Song Of The Week ~ All I Want For Christmas Is You (Cover)

We all know that the Mariah Carey version of this song (minus Justin Bieber) is the best and most adored pop Christmas song.  While I am not the biggest Mariah Carey fan I do just jump for joy whenever this song is on the radio or my iPod.  It reminds me of a fantastic evening in Solvang with my girls and makes me happy as can be. 
When I first heard the Michael Buble version I just wasn't sure what I thought...but after 3 or 4 listens I realized it is a beautiful different take on "All I Want For Christmas Is You" and very romantic and perfect for a holiday evening with your sweetie.  Michael Buble croons those poppy lyrics with a nice piano backup and it really makes me feel all romantic and stuff.  Normally I would say don't mess with a classic, but this is gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous stuff!

Two great versions of the same song is just fine with me when they evoke such different feelings, both of happiness!  Also, please tell me y'all watched this on SNL!

Forever Frugal Friday

Do yourself a favor and invest in this Bold Shoulder Striped Blazer immediately!  Last February I purchased an almost identical blazer (in navy blue) from H & M and it was easily one of the best purchases I have made as I am constantly complimented on every time I wear it.  The blazer is the perfect piece to add to almost any outfit and I just know you will love it as much as I love mine! 

Gift Guide #4 ~ Kate Spade for All!

I am pretty sure if I only received presents from one store this year, Kate Spade would be the place for me this year.  Every single item I am head over heels in love with!  And if you follow Kate Spade on Twitter or Instagram you would see all the fabulous happiness this company spreads to all around!

If you are still stumped on what to get that special lady or bestie in your life, look no further than below!

all wrapped up cards/live colorfully borough coasters/bellevax fingerless gloves/cascade bib necklace

putting on the ritz earrings/this is the year bracelet/cheers necklace/pavé surround large stud earrings

sparkle summit brynn/charm shoe/sparkler gia/gold playing cards (* pretty please santa)

Any of the goods above is sure to make your loved one overjoyed!

Song Of The Week: Christmas Wrapping

Happy (dreary, rainy) Monday!  Anyone sick of holiday music yet?  I sure am not!  One of my favorite holiday songs of the season is The Waitresses "Christmas Wrapping".  It's totally 80's fun and the perfect punch to the normal slow holiday tunes.  This song would be the PERFECT addition to your cheesy, ugly Christmas sweater party!

Happy {Holiday Shopping} Weekend

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It's Friday and we are two weeks away from Christmas!  I am one week away from my holiday party next week...and still minus a dress.  Which means my weekend will be filled with searching for the perfect gift for my loved ones and a dress to fit me! 

May your weekend be filled with glittery cheer and a warm cup of hot cocoa!  Don't forget to enter to win a free pair of gap jeans (click here)!

XOXO

Forever Frugal Friday

I have this weird obsession with cute printed thermals.  They remind me of long johns and bundling up and I just love the look.  This Mixed Patterned Thermal is absolutely coming home with me to Seattle this holiday season.  Pure perfection.  And for under $10 you have got to be kidding me! 

Gift Guide #3 ~ Give the Gift of Gap {GIVEAWAY}

Being the generous people we all are, every so often it is nice to treat yourself to a little holiday cheer!  And the nice folks over at Brand About Town and The Gap are helping make that possible with a free pair of Gap jeans! 

To enter leave a comment below with the item(s) you want most on your Gap Wishlist.  You will earn one entry for leaving a comment below (please include your email address) and a second entry for tweeting (@lyndsylee) about this giveaway (please be sure to leave a second comment that you tweeted for your extra entry).  The contest will close at 11:59 PM PST on December 18th!  Good Luck!

I have become a true believer in Gap jeans and can be found wearing mine every weekend!  In addition to their fantastic jeans, I basically want just about everything in the store every season.  My Gap Wishlist is below and I am hoping a certain Santa is taking note and making purchases...

faux fur coat - so soft and gorgeous!

1969 ponte five-pocket leggings - most comfortable pants ever!!

metallic blouse - love the leathery look

cozy squirrel socks - shout out to my AGD secret squirrels!

gFast capris - cause i could use some more workout pants for cw!

quilted knit bomber jacket - it makes me feel warm and cozy just looking at it!

heart print henley T - um...could this be any cuter?  i think not!

Good Luck Everyone!!

Gift Guide #2 ~ For the Foodies

Food related gifts are the perfect present for just about anyone!  Co-workers, friends, family, you name it - everyone needs a little something for the kitchen.  And if that person is not one that works well in a kitchen, then I am sure they would love to eat any of the sweet treats!  The gifts below are sure to strike a chord with someone special in your life!

willowherb rolling pin/kitchen magic whisk/set of 3 spatulas/baking gift set

refresher deluxe gift basket/three months of coffee/hario buono V60 drip kettle

kuhn rikon classic paring knife set/molcajete/dean & deluca salt essentials collection

chocolate swirl marshmallows/hot chocolate trio

dark chocolate peanut butter bites w/ sea salt/dark chocolate jalapeño meltaways/peppermint spoons

s'more basket