They are shoes, they are boots, they are SHOE BOOTS!

The only way I can describe these is that they are boot-shoes. I saw a brown pair the other day and have been looking form them ever since.

I found this cute Guess boot. See what I mean? I love it!

Vince Holiday Collection

I am loving it. While I am overly cautious about f'n up the leggings with sweater look I think I might actually purchase this Vince sweater:

This is from the Vince "Holiday" or Winter 2009 collection.

Very hot.

Philosophy has new makeup!

I love me some Philosophy. And not the Foucault type-the skin care brand!

Here is the scoop:

Philosophy has unleashed the new Supernatural collection which is designed to make you look healthy. It is full of the pinks and read that will make you look like you eat enough niacin and folic acid even if you don't. It's better than a waif look!

However, I have to let you know that when my gigantic bottle of Inner Grace turned to alcohol I did not receive a response email from customer service.

Sweaters with Tights

This looks circa 1990 but as with all late-eighties and early nineties trends this one is back, too.

This from Diane Von Furstenberg.

I dig the sleeves on the sweater and the larger, loose turtle neck.

However, you know this is going to go badly. Eventually someone will open the door to the frump and we are going to see long t-shirts and sloppy looking tights that are way too tight.

It's coming. I promnise. You know we just talked them out of those tights like five years ago.

Big Shouldered Jackets

Marc Jacobs and others are introducing big-shouldered jackets for fall. The eighties are all over the place and I am not sure I am ready to take this fashion risk!

I borrowed this pic from the bag snob blog.

Again, I am on the fence with this one. I like the more vintage looking jackets that are coming out for fall. Real vintage, not 80's vintage.

Symmetry-nah!

Asymmetrical is 'it'! This year's red carpet dresses were full of dresses that featured asymmetrical designs: off the shoulder, shoulders that are different, one side that is embellished and the other side wasn't. The trend has hit the boutiques. This is from Helmut Lang

Bright Tights

Wanna be fashion forward? Wanna take a risk? Here is something that I am considering: bright tights with an outfit of subtle color.

That seems to be the rule-to wear the bright tights with beige, brown and black. Not another bright color or the same color (an all purple dress with purple tights will make you look like the fruit of the loom grapes).

Plaid!

I have been waiting since Jr. High for Plaid to come back in. Here it is ladies. Make it girly, or make it a boyfriend look. But plaid is fab!

Yellow!

I have been noticing so many yellow tops for fall. Honey yellow in particular. The color has enough brown in it that it mixes well with brown-think the equestrian brown jacket, jean skirt and brown boots with a flowing yellow top underneath. The same yellow top could be used with jeans on casual friday at work. Then, if you wanted to dress it up you could wear it with black slacks to make it to a classy friday night dinner social. Here is an example from Nordstrom's: Nanette Lepore's "Bell Tolls" blouse

Isaac Mizrahi's Style Book

I just read Isaac Mizrahi's How To Have Style.

There are some things that I think could be updated since the book came out. That said, I love the book. He is so positive about fashion and women. Here is an abbreviated version of his message:

1. You can look good no matter how much you intend to spend.

2. You can look good no matter your size or height.

3. You should have pieces that are classic in your wardrobe and use them.

---up until here this is probably common sense----

4. Try on lots of things from lots of places before you buy something.

5. Take a friend who can be truthful. Not one of those friends who says you look good when you show up in your pajamas.

David Kahn Jeans

Regina's in Castle Rock features David Kahn Jeans. The big hype about David Kahn Jeans is that they are supposed to help your booty look fab. I am going to try it. I have a less than spectacular behind so if they work for me, they will work for anyone!

What is 'in' for fall?

Regina gave me some ideas about what is exciting for Fall this year:

Pleats are back for fall

Ankle pants/skinny pants

Long sweaters and wraps

Tights-done right

High waist, straight leg jeans

The Boyfriend Look

Blazers with Jeans

Big Purses

(This all reminds me of early 90's/late 80's-stuff I had in my closet in high school and jr. high :) )

Prada Resort 2010

OH my! You must go to the Prada website and check out the Resort 2010 line. It is absolutely gorgeous. I love the khaki, pink, light blue and yellow pallette. There are these heels in the line that I would torture my very own little precious feet for. They are pink with flowers.

Beautiful.

Yummy Prada!

View Regina's In Castle Rock

Look at these pics for what you can expect when you visit Regina's in Castle Rock..

Regina's in Castle Rock

I spoke with Regina, the owner of this cute little Castle Rock Boutique, for August's featured Boutique. Regina's is full of cute, sexy looks that can be worn in versatile settings: comfortable hanging out at a BBQ, work, nights out. The boutique has clothing, evening wear, shoes and accessories. I loved the way that some of her items were already put into outfits that were edgy but safe.

Regina's is the epitome of what Boutiques offer that mall stores do not: Personal Service. While I was wandering around and speaking with Regina, a customer came in and Regina pointed her towards the things that she already knew that this shopper would want. It was obvious that getting to know Regina would be a good fashion move.

Regina is one of those people that is comfortable with her style. But, she points out, having style doesn't always mean buying an entire new wardrobe. A few good accessories will always update some of the old classics in your closet. If you want to update your wardrobe, know what you already have and add a few things to your classics. She really is reasonably priced with some shirts starting at $24.oo. She always has a sale rack and I plan on checking it out frequently.

I loved the shoes at Regina's. I loved the bag's. I loved the sexy little underthings. But, I have to say that the best part of Regina's Boutique is the selection of clothing that is comfortable, fun and full of style all at once.

Brighton Purses

I popped into a Brighton store the other day. I usually don't look at Brighton but there were a pair of earrings that caught my eye.

I didn't get the earrings but I have to say that something about their purses really impressed me.

They use a round magnet as a clasp that is very strong. I loved opening and closing the purse.

I spoke with a woman who was working there and she said that she loves working at Brighton because they have been very understanding with family needs and vacation time. It always makes me happy when a company is good to it's employees!

Denver, the new New York, Paris, LA

Denver is growing into it's own little design mecca. And, it should! Coloradans are unique. We love our mountains, changing seasons, being outdoors and being fashionable.

Here are some Colorado Designers to check out (not all from Denver):

DVLP Clothing

Summer Jackson Eropersona

Laura Maves ART

Swear Jar Design

In fact, Denver will be hosting it's own Fashion Week on October 9th:

http://denversfashionweek.com/

Fancy Tiger Sale

Fancy Tiger Boutique in Denver will be holding a sale with a DJ featuring Denver Designers and drinks :)

August 7th

7-10 PM

14 South Broadway!

Feels Wrong...

Teeth whitening in the mall. That just feels wrong to me. There you are with your mouth wide open facing everyone who is walking by. I feel like the nether regions of my mouth are just as private as my other regions.

I think we should just go to the dentist. What do you think?

I love reversible clothing!

Autumn Teneyl made this cute top that is reversible.

Maybe it is just a throw back to my college days, but I still love it when I can expand

my wardrobe with a reversible shirt or skirt. I also love how the sleeves come over her hands and the thumb sticks out-very sexy. Oh, and it is reasonably priced: $78.00.

Ollie Sang Baby!

Wow! Colorado Designer, Lauren Chlebowski has some great pieces for Ollie Sang. I was lucky enough to discover the brand at Cali and Mo a couple of weeks ago. They were very excited to see the fall line up of Ollie Sang Coats that will be coming out this year. While browsing their website I found this beauty.

And this one is a little less funky/hip and more classic/formal