Chanel and a Brief History of the LBD

In 1926 Coco Chanel revolutionized the fashion world by publishing a simple black dress in American Vogue.

Vogue declared that the little black dress would become "a sort of uniform for women of taste".

 During the Victorian and Edwardian age black was reserved for women in mourning. The little black dress must have been considered scandalous.  But it was the "Roaring 20's" after all, and it was a time when women were breaking free from social and fashion conventions.

Chanel's LBD has proven to be timelessly elegant.  

Through out the 20th century the LBD has been the dress of choice for women of taste. 

Even in the 21st century, the Chanel LBD is still a classic.

Happy Valentines Day

Happy Valentines Day. 

Whether you are single or in a relationship I hope you day is filled with joy, happiness, and peace.

Disney Princesses

Have you every dreamed of being a Disney princess?  

Rapunzel - Taylor Swift

World-renowned photographer Annie Leibovitz made these celebrities dreams come true.  

The LittleMermaid - Julianne Moore and Michael Phelps

I ran across a link on Facebook, and followed to this post on Elite Daily.  

Cinderella - Scarlett Johansson

For the full article go to:  http://elitedaily.com/envision/photographer-gets-a-list-celebrities-to-reenact-stunning-scenes-from-disney-movies-photos/ 

Love this Little Black Dress

One of my favorite topics is the timeless and elegant LBD.  I found this on Pinterest and I had to share.  I love the shear shoulders and the form fitting cut.  A splash of red lipstick is the only accessory required. This dress is classy and sexy.  Now where can I buy it? 

Found on LBD - http://pinterest.com/pin/133841420150277545/

Valentines Day Wreath

The day we celebrate love is approaching.  I don't know if I am crafty enough to make this myself, but I thought I would share it.  

Valentines Day can be a magical day, a high pressure day, or as some people call it " singles aweness day".  The kind of day you make it is up to you.  I am going for magical. 

Found on- http://pinterest.com/pin/134615476336028175/

Versace

I love Versace.   I think I have always felt a connection to them since I walked into their Rodeo Drive store with a cup of Starbucs, and the sales staff very nicely but very convincingly asked me to put it down.  Needless to say, I obliged.  

Even the building on Rodeo Drive looks like a Italian masterpiece.  Seeing these beautiful pieces in person was an amazing experience. 

I always take note of the Versace designs during fashion week, and the Atelier Versace Haute Couture Spring 2014 show in Paris was no exception.

These are my favorite piece from Atelier Versace Haute Couture show. 

I think you will be inspired by this collection as much as I am.  Happy Shopping! 

Krewe of Alegria volunteers at the Gasparilla Distance Classic

The Krewe of Alegria is excited to be part of the Gasparilla Distance Classic again this year.  This popular race is known for its route as it winds around beautiful Bayshore Blvd, finishing at the foot of the Platt Street bridge.  It is a 2-day event, drawing runners from all over the country. The Gasparilla Distance Classic features 5K, 8K, 15K and half marathon events on Saturday, February 22 and Sunday February 23.  

This mission of the Gasparillaa Distance Classic is for the purpose of raising fund for various charities and youth organizations in the Tampa Bay Area.  Since its inception in 1978 as a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization $3.9 million has been raised. 

This is the 2nd year the Krewe of Alegria has volunteered to be part of this event.  The ladies will be dressed in their brightly colored costumes, along with the gentlemen pirates, to pose for pictures with the runners at the finish line. Volunteers from the Krewe of Alegria will also be passing out beer for the runners after the race.  

The Gasparilla Distance Classic Organization generously donated to Alegria's Kicken' for Kids.  Kicken' for Kids provides new shoes for children in the Tampa Bay Area.

For more information about the Gasparilla Distance Classic visit:  http://www.tampabayrun.com/

Krewe of Alegria and Kicken' for Kids

Pirates take Paris Fashion Week

Shiver me timbers - the Jean Paul Gaultier Paris show was invaded by pirates in 2008.

source:  http://www.catwalkqueen.tv/2007/10/paris_fashion_w_6.html

So the question is, should we draw our inspiration from Gaultier, or did he draw his inspiration from Gasparilla?

 

source:   http://www.catwalkqueen.tv/2007/10/paris_fashion_w_6.html

Either way, party like a pirate - a fashionable pirate - that is!

Be dressed for your life

source:  http://loveatfirstblush.blogspot.com/2011_06_01_archive.html

I am always seeking new sources for inspiration for my life.  I draw my inspiration from many different sources, because I am constantly looking for ways to grow and learn.  I listen to Real Life Empower Radio with Lisa Jesswein on i heart radio because I love her topics and guests. 

A guest that particularity caught my attention was Tess Whitehurst.  Tess is an author and fung shui consultant.  The show's topic was Magical Fashionista.  The theory behind this is how to use fashion to attract the things you want in life. This is dressing for success in the ethereal world!  It is all about using you style to attract the life you want.  You can listen to the show from this link  Episode from Oct 3.  

Essentially you never know what the day is going to bring, the man of dreams, the job of your dreams, the chance meeting of an old friend.  Don't you want to ready for it?  The right clothes make you feel beautiful, intelligent and capable and project that to the rest of the world.

For interesting reading information visit Tess Whitehurst's blog at Magical Fashionista.

I write about the things I love, fashion, travel and living an interesting and full life.  I hope you will follow me.

Timeless LBD

Another example of one of my favorite topics, the Little Black Dress.  A LBD is timeless garment. This creation is from Chanel 1978.