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Jun 12, 2012

Celebrity Closets That Instigate Envy

June 12, 2012 By Carleenp Leave a Comment

It is most girls’ dreams to have walk-in closets but most of us just have to do with a simple chest of drawers and a single cupboard bursting with clothes that mostly need some sort of sewing job done on them. Whereas celebrity closets are the size of most of our main bedrooms (en-suites included) and because celebs do not have time to keep order in their designer chaos, they hire people to organise their couture clothing according to season, style and colour. And then there are those celebrities who have separate closets for shoes, jeans, dresses, jackets and accessories. These stories are not from fairytales. They are real-life tales that may cause some upset so please brace yourselves ladies.

Inside Celebrity Walk-In Closets

Tamara Mellon, founder of Jimmy Choos, has a walk-in closet just for her 400 pairs of shoes. The shoes are arranged by a private company who send in stylists to organise celebrity shoe and clothing closets when the owner has to run out and buy more footwear. Tamara’s shoe closet cannot accommodate all her shoes so she has many that are still in boxes. She keeps photos attached to the boxes making the shoes inside easily identifiable. And just when you thought you could not possibly turn greener with envy, it turns out Tamara’s designer footwear is co-ordinated according to colour and style. She also has a walk-in closet for her jeans and everything is colour co-ordinated according to season and style.

The famous Anna Sui has a second apartment on the top floor, in the same building as her one-bedroom apartment in Manhattan, which is home to another walk-in closet that houses this celebrity’s overflow of fashion garments. Sui is famous for many of her designs, and particularly for her perfumes, but now she is going to be known as the woman who has an apartment for her walk-in closet.

Aerin Lauder, granddaughter of legendary Estee Lauder cosmetics queen and celebrity, decorated her walk-in closet around her celebrity grandmother’s elegant taste. The chandelier and 1970’s desk are all classic accessories that compliment Aerin’s taste of clothing. All her clothing in her walk-in closet are soft colours and designs that along with the decor are a step back in time, making her closet fit the part in Narnia.

These celebrities know just how to make a girl turn green with sheer jealousy. The idea that one can have an entire room and enough clothes to fill that room is beyond comprehension for most of us. One has to wonder what percentage of the clothing in those celebrity closets are actually utilized? How much they got for free, and if they would not mind donating their excess designer clothes to us mere mortals?

Vida Denning is a freelance writer who has one closet for shoes, accessories, jeans, jackets, tops and dresses. Included are her two prized silk blouses, one of which has a baby food stain on it.

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About the Author: Carleen Coulter

Filed Under: Bling, Fashion Tagged With: closets, Fashion

May 25, 2012

Your Guide to Leather Fashion

May 25, 2012 By Carleenp Leave a Comment

Classy and sophisticated – leather has always been a material that has been constantly gaining recognition in the fashion industry. The smooth feel, the elegant look and the charming balance that leather can give to your fashion statement are all factors that contribute it to being a part of our wardrobe in more ways than one. Leather has entered the line of clothing, accessories and footwearand left a mark on all three, making sure it remains unchallenged in the fashion industry. Your guide today will show you how leather has found its place in so many ways in your wardrobe and how every leather purchase is there to stay.

· Leather Bags

Standard, sexy, durable and stunning, leather bags have a fashion statement that no other bag can complete with. The smooth folds in the fabric with the finish shine on the bag are designed specially to give you the iconic look of a fashion leader. The availability of every possible shade of leather in these bags can be one of the most striking features because you can easily have a bag to match every outfit and compliment every occasion in its own, unique way.

· Leather Pants

Highlight your long legs with the slim fit of leather pants. The simple black remains the evergreen colour for these pants and is designed to give you a sleek and graceful look that jeans or trousers cannot match. Since their introduction in the market in 2008, leather pants and leggings have been a winter favourite for many women. Trickling down through the stores and shops, they are not available even in local markets and stalls to make sure every woman has a pair. The leather trends do not die out too easily and this one is here to stay.

· Leather Jacket

Strong and ready for a head on collision with a world, the leather jacket has a fashion statement that has been around for almost two decades. While a number of people, for many years stuck to the idea that leather jackets and motorcycles were the perfect combination, a number of women have agreed to step up and change this thinking by carrying off the look on a cold day to the mall or while shopping off the streets. The leather jacket does not fail to give the wearer a smart look, while still being able to define the perfect curves.

· Leather Dress

Drape yourself in the leather goodness of these dresses. The long one piece reaching down to your knees is designed only to highlight those perfect curves and love handles. The hour glass figure never looked better in anything other than a black leather dress that will hold onto your body with a slim and smooth finish. Moving away from the headstrong image of the jacket, the dress is a subtle romantic mood setter, perfect for dinners and dates when looking good is the first and foremost thing for a woman. This is a winter must have for everyone.

· Leather Footwear

Grey, brown and black are the three most popular shades in leather footwear. From high rise boots to closed bellies, leather has always been a preferred material for making footwear for both men and women. Tassels, folds, embellishments etc., are all just a part of the package in which you will find your line of leather shoes. So pick up those classy boots to go with your jeans or the closed shoes to couple your skirt and walk your way into the fashion world where leather is ahead of the rest.

Leather is a fashion statement in itself, but it comes at a high cost. Durability is always a trusted factor with leather but even small repairs that need to be made can be costly. Buy your set of leather for your wardrobe and make sure you give your leather clothing and shoes the care they need, so they can give you the style icon look that you would want to have in turn.

Author Byline: All credits for sharing this post goes to Jason Phillips, he has redefined luxury fashion and modern clothing. His styles are inspired by retro and conventional looks.

Filed Under: Bags, Bling, Fashion, Shoes Tagged With: Fashion, Handbags, Shoes

May 18, 2012

Pool Friendly Fashion

May 18, 2012 By Carleenp Leave a Comment

Don’t Sacrifice Fashion at the Pool

A trip to the pool doesn’t need to be fraught with anxiety. This season’s hot new trends in swim wear accessories yield a variety that should complement every poolside sunbather’s style.

One of the more surprising hits of this season, along with the monokini and fringe-laden bikinis, is the chic and slightly throwback style of high-waisted bikini bottoms. The modern take on this vintage style is accented with clever contours to complement the wearer’s waistline. The top that goes with these bottoms can vary from standard bikini top to a halter style.

No matter what type of suit you choose, and regardless of whether you are strolling along the shoreline at one of your favorite beaches or are lounging at one of your friends’ above ground pools, you want to make your swim wear pop all summer long. How does one bring the heat while trying to cool down? Accessories, accessories and more accessories. By adding the right shoes, wraps and even jewelry, you can get the most mileage out of any style of swimsuit you may choose.

Kick up Your Heels When You’re Not in the Water

There is no rule that your pool shoes cannot be both functional and fashionable. By finding the right shoes to complement your swimsuit as well as keeping your feet happy, you will flaunt your style with ease and grace. You can select neutral chic wedges of varying heights or a flat flip-flop with a flower embellishment. A pair of classic, bejeweled slip-on sandals go a long way in supporting your pedicured feet on a hot summer’s day. If you like simple swim suits, select bright sandals or adorned wedges to add some excitement to your beach look.

Keep Your Swimwear Sassily Under Wraps

While it is wonderful to showcase your snazzy new swimsuit at the pool or the beach, there are times when an attractive cover up can come in handy. When taking a trip to the bar for your favorite beach cocktail, it is nice to slip on your shoes and a wrap in your favorite material – cotton, chiffon or even canvas are all popular looks – to make your way. You can choose cover ups for the top portion of your body or merely over your swimsuit bottoms. A slightly sheer tunic is a hot look this year that covers your body but still gives a sexy look. If you like a colorful look, consider a cotton patterned wrap. Avoid stripes if you are curvier; plus, bold, block patterns are more in style this season. Whichever style wrap you choose, make sure it complements your overall beach look. You don’t want to clash when you are trying to look your best in the summer weather.

Highlight Your Best Attributes with Sparkling Jewelry

Whether your taste in jewelry is simple, elegant or you prefer something brimming with bangles or beads, there is certainly something that will help you sparkle under the rays of the sun. While metal jewelry is in this season, consider going with a thin chain or earrings rather than a bulky necklace. Though chunky gold necklaces look great on the runway, they can get hot in the sun. They also leave unwanted tan lines. Consider bright, jeweled earrings to set off the color of your suit or thin gold chains for a classy look!

Pool and Beach Ready

Now that you have the fundamentals in order to shimmer at the pool, it’s time to head on out and enjoy the water and the sunshine while you make your own splash. There’s no need to overthink your suit style this year. Pick something simple and dress it up for the perfect 2012 beach style!