Givenchy Couture

Ricardo Tisci is at it again. This gorgeous fall couture fresh from Paris draws inspiration from the gypsies of southern Italy and 60s silhouettes. Can it get more Romantic than that? The photo set we’ve come to expect depicting the models from the front and back is complemented by a fitting German Shepard. The color palate is earthy and evokes a sense of nature. One in which the models emerge from the forest behind them. The gowns are accented with capes, fringe and hand beaded detailing.

Isabel Marant High top Sneakers

I’ve been seeing a lot of posts of these shoes lately. They look like a cross between a space boot and a sneaker. Regardless, I’m sort of into that, we do live in the 21st century after all. Why not embrace it? Plus I love the idea of women wearing high tops. Aside from Converse, there aren’t many high tops for women out there. Especially on the high fashion side.

I think they can be pretty fashionable. Lana del Rey has the white/cream pair, Alicia Keys and Beyonce have been seen in an all black pair.

Style Icon: Ali MacGraw

I took a style quiz today on MSN and was most surprised when I was aligned with 70s style maven Ali MacGraw. I’m ashamed to say I had not heard of her until today. So naturally I did some research and was proud the MSN style icon generator told me my style is like Ali’s. She’s a gorgeous woman best known for her role in Love Story, oh and she also was married to the equally good-looking Steve McQueen.

The Office

Things a girl must know when there is a casual dress code at the office.

There are two sides to every coin, I could be working at a very conservative firm who requires business suits every day. But fortunately, that’s not the case. My work environment is casual and I was told I can wear almost anything I want, including jeans. This is also problematic because how do I know what is appropriate and what is “too casual?” SoI wanted to impart my wisdom on what I’ve seen other women wear and add in my own opinion.

  1. Black is always a safe bet for a bottom, be it a skirt or pant.
  2. Wedges are a must.  If you don’t wear them to the office, bring them to change into. No shame in that.
  3. Colored pants are ok. I’m talking red, blue, mint, etc. Embrace the trend.
  4. Don’t draw attention to yourself with an over-the-top outfit. You’ll only feel embarrassed.
  5. There is going to be people at your office who dress very well, and there are going to be people who dress very bad. Stick to your own style and you’ll be fine.

Just some examples of what I was talking about. I’ll definitely keep adding tips and insight to the list. After all, you learn something new about fashion every day, especially at the office.