100 years of fashion in 100 seconds...

i absolutely cannot get tired of this fabulous video...100 years of fashion...so many i want.right.now...thank you to my dear friend who sent it to me...you were right when you said i would love it...enjoy the fashion through the ages...

the little dictionary of fashion...

i first heard about this book from a colleague...and since then...have not only gotten it for myself...but for several friends and clients...written by christian dior..."the little dictionary of fashion" is a guide to dress sense for every woman...a great little book to pick up...full of lovely fashion tips...but what i wanted to share from this lovely book...is the introduction that is written in the book...

it basically sums up what i believe...quite simply...no matter what income status you are at...it is not about how much you spend on your clothing...it is about fit...and knowing what works for you...and what doesn't...

here it is...by christian dior...

"much has been written about fashion, in all its aspects, but i do not think any couturier has ever before attempted to compile a dictionary on the subject.

of course, it would take volumes to cover the entire field of fashion, but i have compiled a book that i think is neither too long, so that it becomes tedious, nor too short so that is seems insufficient, and i have called it my little dictionary of fashion.

i think it should be of great practical use to the women of today.

many people dismiss haute couture as being something that is only for those who are very wealthy.

but it is possible for a woman to be elegant without spending very much money on her clothes, if she follows the basic rules of fashion and is careful to choose the clothes that suit her personality.

simplicity, good taste, and grooming are the three fundamentals of good dressing and these do not cost money.

first, you must study yourself.  learn to know what suits you and what does not.  and study your own needs.  find the colors that flatter you and emphasize your looks.  avoid the colors that do nothing for you.

choose clothes that are simple in line and pay great attention to their fit.

and above all - care for your clothes.  you cannot be well groomed if your clothes are not well cared for."

well said...mr dior...well said...

winter white...

there is something so beautiful about wearing 

an all out winter white outfit...

all you need?

a beautiful skirt or pair of pants...

add an angora or cashmere sweater...

add a pair of nude flats or heels...

add a gold statement necklace...

and voila...

winter white perfection!

winter white by fabufinds featuring yellow gold jewelry

put a topper on it...

the cloche hat...an ode to the 1920's...old hollywood glam...

talk about adding a bit of chic to your outfit...

a fun trend...and added bonus...as it will save you

on a bad hair day...

the great thing about these toppers...is that you can still

play into your sense of style...whether you are about 

classic color & cut...or love the addition of a bow...

feathers more your thing?  how about some studs...

or go for a fun animal print...be bold in a vibrant color...

whichever you choose...a definite pop to your outfit...

put a topper on it... by fabufinds featuring nordstrom hats

bangle away...

bangle away... by fabufinds featuring a bangle bracelet

fall 2012 trend: texture mash-up

one of the trends for this fall...

mixture of textures...

ingredients needed:  a mixture of...

knits, leather, silk, lace & tweed...

especially when wearing one color...

like black...

so go ahead...mix that tweed with leather...

add in a sexy silk blouse...

what textures are you most looking

forward to mixing?  

share your winning combination...

texture mash-up by fabufinds featuring a black jacket

step into fall 2012...

are you looking to update your step for fall?

hardware & embelishments adorn your
favorite styles...

pointy toes are back!

color...texture...hardware...

find it in your brogues...flats...pumps...and booties...

step into fall... by fabufinds featuring jeffrey campbell flats

"oxblood" the big color for fall 2012...

feast your eyes on the big color for fall...

                    "oxblood"

a beautiful deep red with hints of brown...

whether you choose a handbag...brogues...
jewelry or a piece of clothing...

this color is definitely a fall staple...

"oxblood" the big color for fall 2012... by fabufinds featuring cap toe shoes

jewel tones...

when it comes to jewel tones...
start with your favorite colors...

sapphire blue...
emerald green...
ruby red...

then...the skies the limit...

whether you choose to go
for one all over piece...

like a fabulous sheath dress...

or bits of color...
here and there...

a blouse...a pair of jeans...
some jewels...

or a stand-out bag...

these luscious rich tones...
mix well with other neutrals...

think black, camel or grey...

perfect for fall...no?

jewel tones by fabufinds featuring a short sleeve dress

going for the silver...

in the spirit of the olympics...i give you...
silver...

bottom line...as in my two previous posts...

whether you are a gold...bronze or silver
...the options are limitless...

going for the silver by fabufinds featuring a straight jacket