client corner: at the derby...

in my monthly newsletter...one of the favorite go-to articles is the "client corner"...my customers love seeing "real" people showcasing their jana kos purchases...

pictured below is lovely couple kathy and bob allen at the millionaires row at derby 2010...kathy is wearing jana kos "spring" 2010 collection...doesn't she look fabulous?

top shoes trends of spring 2010...

my favorite fashion subject...shoes...the nice thing about this spring 2010 season is that there really is something for everyone...from lovely flats to the highest of heels...so let's get started...

flats continue to be ever present this season...and so many choices to choose from...look for printed fabrics, bright colors, zippered detail or embellishments to spruce up the look...tory burch "reva" straw flat

oxfords...known as the street smart shoe have always been around...but they are back now with interesting details...you can find them with heels or flats...brogue or plain...uselton by aldo

clogs are back! all it took was for good ole karl lagerfeld to show them in the chanel spring 2010 line...and they have resurfaced...
jeffrey campbell 'charli-c' clog

wedges are definately a great look to pair with your sundresses & shorts...the thicker heel is much more comfortable but still gives you height...
elie tahari charlotte wedge

platforms are still standing strong (yes...my heart is leaping) and you can find them in an array of beautiful colors...yves saint laurent tribtoo platform slingbacks

peep toe booties...yes...for spring...these are everywhere...in so many adorable styles...giuseppe zanotti e00339

a few others that deserve honorable mention are nude pumps and sandals...for sandals...think gladiator, heavier feel, embellishments...and color...

so which styles are you looking forward to wearing?

fashion funnies: first day of spring...

happy first day of spring! hopefully...wherever you are...the birds are chirping...the flowers are a-blooming...and the sun is shining...can you tell i love this time of year? obviously...maxine & i have different "tudes" towards spring...but...it brought a smile to my face...none-the-less...

yesterday...on a road trip with my girlfriend...i was the unfortunate poor soul that the seagulls flying above decided to target...well...not me...but my windshield...nothing that a little stop at the gas station can't fix...i chose to focus on the lovely sunny fabulous spring like day...

enjoy your weekend!

men's corner: winter to spring update...

when spring is in the air...there’s a new season of fashion to prepare for...as the winter months come to a close...spring fashion begins to pop up all over...from storefront windows to magazine pages...the latest trends in shorts, lightweight outerwear and other post-winter must-haves are everywhere...yes...spring as a season represents growth and, to some extent, rebirth...that’s definitely the underlying idea to all of spring fashion...

as our apparel options start to change with the change of the seasons...we're looking for all things lighter, brighter and cheerier...spring fashion brings us back to the outdoors and back to life...

garment-wise...spring fashion means more polo shirts, khakis, cardigans, raincoats and blazers...these are the key pieces that you should look to refresh each spring...just to ensure that you're spring isn't sprung on outdated styles and lifeless garments...

had to include this pic...doesn't he look ready for spring?
maybe opt for a brightly colored outerwear vest as a transition piece...it's an easy way to add color during these months when we're still dealing with cooler mornings and evenings...like i tell the women...wear the colors that look best on you and you can't go wrong...


it’s time to shed those extra layers...ensure that the man you reveal beneath is looking sharp, not sloppy...

spring awakening...

this time of year...i definately start feeling a little restless...i'm ready for winter to be over...i crave more sunlight...everything in my home and wardrobe seems blah to me...i can't bear to wear the same grey or black or "wintery" colored turtleneck and pants again...

for me...daylight savings time is the "step" into spring moment...although officially the first day of spring is a week away...this is the start...and i'm starting to see it...

this last week i had to do a little shopping for a client...and every store i walked into...welcomed me with bright beautiful vibrant spring colors...no wonder i was smiling all day...colors have an incredible affect on me...as does the sun...



this last week on my facebook business page and twitter i posted the question of the day...

"what is that one spring item that you can't wait to wear?"

skirts and sundresses...were the top contenders...and i can see why...as they are usually very colorful...and springy...whatever that item is...it is clear...that majority of readers are ready to say goodbye to the winter months...and welcome spring with open arms...

color me red...

so just last nite...i woke up in the middle of the nite...3:13 a.m...to be exact...and thought...we have this incredible color group for spring 2010 called metropolitan ambitions...and how appropiate with it being february...the month that holds valentine's day...to have a color group filled with red...

so...in honor of valentine's day...i say...treat yourself to something red from the collection and save 10%! what a deal...no?

if you want to see fancy pics...with real models...click on the link above or go to www.janakos.com to view parts of the collection...in between appointments today...i started snapping pics of different items in red...take a peak...and see if something red hits your fancy...if you are able to come by...i highly recommend it...as there is a lot more red to be seen...as well as the other beautiful color groups...and if you are not able...but see something that you just "have to have" =) email me...

lime lights silk sleeveless tank - see the tiny red dots?


broadway lights skirt - has red...although tiny bits


plaited rib twin set


silk shantung pant - their is an adorable skirt as well with ruffled hem


confetti silk sleeveless tank


broadway lights jacket
knit combo red blouse


metro map trench coat


red italian lamb leather jacket
billboard stripe pant


boxed in red silk sleeveless tank


silk shantung jacket

brilliant belts...

belts can do amazing things to a body...lengthen a torso...shorten a torso...create the illusion of a waist...

belts can also add instant pop to an outfit...

choosing to "buckle up" whether to create an illusion or simply to accessorize an outfit is done easily with the belts in the jana kos spring 2010 collection...10 beautiful choices...and as i've said before...jana manages to turn a belt into a fabulous piece of jewelry...

these are available now...so if you see one that you can't live without...contact me =)

carved horn belt
natural hand carved horn with elastic and double strand belt
(is reversable to solid black belt)


urban stretch belt
african croc liquid blk/gold leather with matte gold buckle and elastic trim


shield stretch belt
snake italian patent leather in black with black 3" crochet elastic w/antique nickel hardware and closure


celebration belt
patent croc black leather with jet & siam swarovski crystals and sardonyx-black onyx stones in gold buckle


filegree belt
croc wash leather in mint with mother of pearl natural patina cabs & white opal in antique nickel buckle


slick stretch belt
wash metallic leather with matte silver buckle and elastic trim


stone buckle belt
patent lamb leather in copper with catseye orange, tiger eye stones and pearls in antique brass buckle


ornate stretch belt
wash metallic bronze leather with antique brass hardware and copper metallic elastic


studded belt
luscious leather in navy with multi color studs in nickel buckle


mother of pearl belt
metallic perforated lamb leather in silver with mother of pearl in nickel buckle

jana kos spring 2010 collection
trunk show - redwood shores, ca
february 10 - 21
by personal appt only

fun times in santa fe, nm...

as some of you know...i had the wonderful opportunity to visit santa fe, nm for the first time a few weeks back...the trip was primarily to view the jana kos spring 2010 collection...which was...and is...fabulous!

these previews are fun...not only in viewing the "new" that is to be the next season...but also a chance to hang out with my fellow wardrobe stylists...many of whom have become dear friends of mine...

i thought i would share some of the pics from the trip...showing a taste of what i enjoyed during my time there...

sitting by the cozy fireplace...waiting to go out for dinner...

our one free day we ventured out...for shopping (of course) and came across this beautiful church...i love looking at beautiful buildings, museums, churches...don't you?


love the front doors

so beautiful...

manger scene...notice the chihuahua?? who knew...


i am in awe of stained glass windows


all dolled up and having fun at the cocktail party...aren't my friends lovely??


my lovely friend adena (and business partner) at the preview...


my beautiful fellow wardrobe stylists and friends


our last nite out for dinner...boy did we cover a lot of topics during dinner...

untamed optimism...

put on your rose colored glasses and get ready for better days ahead...

the 4th and final color group of the jana kos spring 2010 collection...but definately not the least...

as the economy rebounds from this debilitating recession your wardrobe needs to reflect a more positive attitude and a belief in our future...feather weight crinkled indigo separates have an all american appeal...comfort is key in this collection with loose fitting knit denim separates, elastic banded skirts and soft blouses...incorporating fresh petal pink in frosted linen into your spring wardrobe is sure to cheer up even the gloomiest day...exquisite european jacquards in pink and indigo add texture and opulence to this playful combination of wardrobe essentials...optism is the best weapon against adversity...

knit denim in loose fitting cascade front knit cocoon
loop trim front shell
knit denim pull on pant

wave jacquard (from italy) jacket trimmed w/crinkle fabric
tie dye knit top
crinkle pant

transferred rib cardigan set (also available in black or copper)
frosted linen (from italy) skirt in multi rows of horizontal seams w/wide box pleat trim at hem

frosted linen (from italy) jacket
retro flower print in silk crepe de chine w/ruffle front and drawstring at waist (also available in leopard print)
stretch denim jean


bubbles jacquard (from france) jacket w/curved seam detail and nickel zippers
v-neck front rib chevron sweater
chalk stripe pant
mother of pearl belt in silver perforated silver leather

this amazing collection will be shown in redwood shores, ca from february 10 - 21, 2010...by personal appointment only...

have you booked your appointment??

and...if you are not able to attend...but see something you like...i would be happy to take your order...

more of the jana kos collection...

desert memoir...

feel the desert heat as you warm up your wardrobe with the sun baked shades of this palette...

desert memoir - color group three
turn up the heat with luscious copper cupro wash, cinnabar cotton sateen and terracotta techno twill...flounced skirts, relaxed jackets, feminine blouses and exotic silks will make you hot with desire...newbuck colored stretch sueded jeans and vest blaze the trail to the open prairie and beyond...there is no need to worry about rain when these sunny fashions herald the sunny days ahead...

we are currently taking appointments for the spring 2010 collection trunk show...

when? february 10 - 21, 2010
where? redwood shores, ca
time? morning, afternoon & evening appointments are still available
what if can't make those days? you can always order through me via email or a simple phone call...

BUT...there is SO much more to see than just these pics...come touch and feel the beautiful fabric...see the colors up & close...over 150 pieces...

make your appointment today!

pin stripe cotton stretch jacket
leopard print silk crepe de chine blouse w/ruffle front (also in retro flower print)
sueded jean

desert wave jacquard (from france) dress in cotton blend w/double layer of box pleat trim at hem
desert wave jacquard (from france) jacket w/detail seaming and cropped sleeves

desert spots jacquard (from italy) w/antique brass detailing in pocket & front
transferred rib sweater in silk blend w/portrait neck and short sleeves
pin stripe jean
patent lamb leather belt w/semi-precious stone buckle

plaited cascade cardigan set in pearl/copper (also available in red/black and fern/celadon)
desert stripe pant

techno twill trench jacket (also available in fern)
prairie stripe button front shirt w/ruffle front
cupro wash pant
patent lamb leather belt w/semi-precious stones

see more of the jana kos spring 2010 collection...