Yes, it is true, my Mom toted us from store to store, perusing and examining our possible purchases. She carefully checked over stitching, seams, lining, fabric texture and content. As a smart shopper, she compared quality to the price she was about pay. I think that is when I learned “you get what you pay for.” I still touch and examine every garment as I shop today.
Keeping my closet neat and tidy, along with cleaning my room and the litter box, was a weekly chore growing up. Seasonally, we spent a weekend reorganizing my mom’s closets and wardrobes. Constructing the idea that seasonally maintaining your closet helps you see what you have, what you aren’t wearing and what you may need to pass along. Additionally, it creates room for more goodies.

The most important thing I learned is that I can do and be anything I want. Mom constantly told us this growing up… and really still does today. No matter what it was, we could do it and she would be absolutely proud of us. Believe me, I have had many jobs, and she has been supportive for each and every one of them.

As a wardrobe stylist, traveling and meeting all kinds of interesting people, she is always excited for me, but keeps me grounded.

Thank you Mom for imparting your natural style, unconditional support and love.

I love you.

Shopping for clothes scare me.

That stuck with me for several days, so I asked her try to expand on her statement.
Here is what she said…

“I would assume many women feel clothes shopping is scary… more so when we no longer look the way we did… clothes don’t fit the same as when we were teenagers.

Also [many] stay-at-home moms who let themselves go, feeling comfortable in sweats, fleece and easy to clean T-shirts… don’t like to stand in front of the three-way mirror and see who we have become.

Moms who have young kids along when they go shopping for clothes don’t have the time or energy to keep looking for more clothes if the initial ones they take into the dressing room don’t fit.

Most women over 30 don’t look good in the skin tight, tissue thin super long T-shirts that seem to be everywhere. Or we don’t know how to properly layer sweaters or jackets over such shirts.”

Because I CANNOT speak from experience, I enlisted my sister, Heather, for insight.

My final thoughts:

When creating a tonal ensemble with these colours, I like to choose one bright or mid-toned clothing item per outfit, and keep the rest of the clothing items in lighter shades of the same (or similar) hue.

For the footwear and handbag, you have two options. Either use light neutrals like tans, off-white, cream, beige, taupe, gold, caramel, pewter, mushroom tones, light grey or silver. Or use tonal shades of the clothing items.

The items above actually create quite a nice mix-and-match capsule in this colour palette. That’s because some of the bright items work well together, like the tomato red blouse and the coral skirt. And although they are both in lighter shades, the apricot jeans and the light blush blouse work well together too. These lower contrast ensembles are great, but right now I find the ensemble stronger when it creates a contrast like I have done in the picture above.

I’ve kept the pieces solid, but feel free to create the same effect with tonal patterns and textures. Add in jewelry and accessories as desired. And treat yourself to some gelato!

To read more FABULOUS entries by Angie go here youlookfab.com

As always, do not hesitate to “Ask Robert”, as this will be your direct line to your very own Stylist and Bloomingdales personal shopper. If you Tweet or Facebook me your inquiries, just hash-tag-it #ASKROBERT or #BLOOMINGDALES.

My Best,
Robert

“Made In NY” from Kidz 'R EVil on Vimeo.

When creative forces respect one another’s mind, they begin a relationship of talents. That fusion if used correctly has the ability to create magical worlds and invoke the treasures of your imagination to flow from your mind freely. The fearless epiphany of becoming one with your own thoughts. Successfully working as a team, we have begun a project. Nay, we have commenced a lifestyle movement.

Fashion in motion is what we have affectionately dubbed this series. taking the talents of the fashion industry and developing concepts all while keeping our love for this glorious empire state afloat.

“A series of fashionable events in a city that never sleeps. Giving life to the very visions we keep in our minds, showing the world our every growing love for the crafts we have been chosen for.”

Sharing with you all how with a little research, some planning and precise execution anything is possible. Living in dreams, sleeping in realities and understanding there is no difference. Promising you there will be many more than this to come and giving you the respect to make them beyond incredible. With that being said I introduce you to a whole new world of visuals, I bring you to the Trill World.

The First video in their series is:
MADE IN NY! Featuring model Wendi Liu
First Look: Dress by Cidenzi Mori, Jewelry by AS Fine Jewelry mixed in with the Stylists own. Eyewear by Ray-Ban. Shoes & Bag Stylist own.

Second Look: Dress by Allen Kersten, Jacket by Dreamcloth, Jewelry by AS Fine Jewelry. Eyewear by Yeroc. Shoes & Bag Stylists own.

Fashionable Regards,
~Christina Roman

To explore more treasures of imagination go to http://blog.kidzrevil.co.uk/exclusive-content/made-in-ny/#.T3GSO3iQkbB

Polished
Slick and sleek looks, neutrals, and monochromatic that are not sterile, but stunning. Using tones with other tones, along with added textures shows skill. This impressive look is clean and commanding.

Brights
Rock Technicolor shades on everything, from lean cropped suiting, to shoes. You can snap yourself out of a somber day by donning a brilliantly chipper hue. Think of it as either a “flush” (all one color), or straight (two color combination). Have fun with reds, pinks, oranges, and even turquoise.

Refined Plaids
Dandyish plaids, including leather strapping, elbow patches and retro trimmings add instant class and dapperness. We are not talking about banjo plaid, but more of a London plaid. This includes large scale in soft shades and playful tones of a polo game.

Urban Safari
Think concrete jungle: updated safari pieces will make your neutrals go wild. You may just think animal print, but it’s really a bit more sophisticated. Add neutral textures to create depth and sophistication.

Leisure & Freedom
The best for last: take two or three of the ingredients above, and blend generously. Think of your favorite smoothie, latte or mixed beverage: too much of one ingredient will make the drink too much to stand. It is a balance; play with it and see where yours is.

The 1960′s period fuels the inspiration of the collection. The mod color palette, iconic GM inspired tail fin and headlamps repeated in prints, embellishments and sculptures, on the post of each heel, create a time warp of past and present. The “motion book” from Prada coupled with the funky music enhances the “hyper reality” of the collection. Enjoy.

Prada presents Real Fantasies Spring Summer 2012
CREDITS:
PRODUCTION/ART DIRECTION: AMO/Ippolito Pestellini
Laparelli, Fausto Fantinuoli
ARTWORK: Jeroen Koolhaas, Lok Jansen
PHOTOGRAPHY: Phil Meech
VIDEO DIRECTION: James Lima
MUSIC: Frederic Sanchez
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Max Brun-Hi!Productions
EDITION: Brian Vincent Durkin

When choosing swimwear, we should refer to our body shape rules, also paying attention to color and patterns. If you favor patterns, you should remember that attention would be drawn to that particular area. As with stripes, horizontal stripes look well on boyish figures only. Higher Lycra content suits, darker colors and smaller patterns as opposed to large floral prints, are generally slenderizing.
Hourglass Shape
Vintage trends are fantastic at accentuating your curves. These styles bring in the waist to play to your hourglass shape. Halter-necks, cupped and bandeau tops are especially designed to pull everything up, and emphasize your curves.

Pear Shape
You typically are small-busted with fuller hips; use ruffles to your advantage by adding volume at the top half. Your bust will appear visually larger. You can also use vintage cupped styles with padding as well to create curves. Prints would also be great on top, with solid, deeper shades on bottom.

Apple Shape
Using ruffles to your advantage by conversely adding them to the bottom to balance your hips with your bust. Unstructured crochets or string bikinis don’t offer any support; instead seek out more structured styles and halter-necks. Lengthening your bodies’ appearance is the objective, pair a printed bikini top with a block-colored bottom, drawing the attention upwards. Avoid “boy-cut” bottoms and go for high cut thighs instead so as to not shorten the legs further.

Rectangular Shape
If you’re not big on the curves, but have a strong physique, make the most of styles like statement strapping, backless styles and crochet that instead show off that athletic bod. You can select both one or two-piece suits; detailing around the waist will help create a more hourglass appearance. Try a wrap-style top or a belted bathing suit bottom to create the desired definition.

Don’t be in a hurry while shopping for your perfect combination, it will only end in frustration and a some sort of cover up. Go prepared and have fun, the right swimsuit is waiting for you!!!