witnessing a cousin's wedding

Photo courtesy of Mike Mendoza

holidays a'commin'

Carmen Marc Valvo

Gold Cotton-Silk Metal Beaded Dress


Vera Wang
Red Silk Square Neck Belted Dress


Cynthia Rowley
Blue Gold Silk Brocade Strapless Dress

Designer Short Evening Dresses from Bluefly

getting dressed for speaking

Time to start packing for Bangkok.

Canon camera - check.
Speech in Word file - check.
Powerpoint presentation - check.

Sunscreen - check.
The right suit - check?

Liz Claiborne has the answer.

Smart style you can count on- it's a philosophy we take pretty seriously. That's why we've conjured up the perfect wear-to-work essential that's not only versatile, but ultra-flattering too.

Jacket: Liz Claiborne Perfect Blazer
Color Grotto Blue
It's the return of refined dressing, so we've added iconic touches to this wear-to-work favorite such as crisp pinstripes, bias framing around the collar, princess seams and a curved hem for more of a tailored, feminine look. Crafted in crisp cotton twill. Finished with grosgrain accents and piped detailing.

Dress Pants: Liz Claiborne Perfect Pinstripe Trousers
Color Grotto Blue
Trousers feature a classic straight leg, no-gap pockets and a curtain waistband, which resists stretching for unbeatable shape retention and a superb fit. Compact twill fibers offer a refined finish and are ideal for seasonless wear.

Classics from Liz Claiborne

if the shoe fits

I am working on my dream book "A Woman's Guide to Starting Her Own Business". So as I draw on my imagination and lessons and inspiration.. my thoughts turn to.. shoes.

What is the best way to bring a new product idea to market?
Mossimo Vernice Black Patent Peep-Toe Pumps

What security do you need to protect your computer system?
Mossimo Heidi White Satin Bow Pumps

Should you combine separate businesses to save on costs?
Isaac Mizrahi Chris Red Mary Jane Pumps

How shall you hire, train and retain top talent?
Mossimo Hester Jewel Sand Satin Strap Heels

Shoes: Target

serious guerilla shopping

I shop as if I go to battle. I enter a boutique and stand in a vantage point, not touching anything. Then I look. And somehow, I would know. What it is and where it is. And I'd go for it.

Always, it's love at first sight. And did I say this is when I go shopping and not when I enter a room and see someone interesting?

Front

Back
Kate's 50's Style Dress

Pale yellow dress photo: Kate Moss

dressing up for sun and fun

Where I am, in the land of the eternal summer sunshine - pretty dresses like these reign supreme:

Bensoni navy linen Lola flounce collar dress











Abaete ivory silk round neck pleating dress











BCBGMAXAZRIA cognac taffeta stitched strapless dress











Vivienne Tam silver silk jersey sequin empire dress











Alvin Valley chocolate stretch linen ruffle dress











Summer dresses photos from Bluefly

joining the wedding entourage

My only brother is getting married on December 8 of this year. Bet that it's not only a major family event for me, but also a great excuse to wear a lovely gown. To be the sister of the groom! Oh what dress a girl to choose!

Vera Wang Mauve Pleated Jersey Gown

Nicole Miller Teal Stretch Silk Halter Gown

Tadashi Black Beaded Neckline Chiffon Gown

Photos: Bluefly

never enough of black

Vera Wang Black Velvet Tulle Trim Sash Tie Dress

Tadashi Black Stretch Lace Panel Sheath Dress

Vera Wang Black Jersey Three-Fourths Sleeve Portrait Gown

I say, a girl can never have enough basic black dresses!
Now, where to?

Photos: Bluefly

you're the top

Tufi Duek Navy Abstract Floral Donatela Pleat Detail Top

Diane Von Furstenberg Black Silk Anthea Pleated Top

Robert Rodriguez Light Taupe Crinkled Cotton Bow Top

You're the top! You're the Coliseum
You're the top! You're the Louvre Museum
You're a melody from a symphony by Strauss.
You’re a Bendel bonnet, a Shakespeare's sonnet
You're Mickey Mouse!
You're the Nile, you're the Tower of Pisa
You're the smile on the Mona Lisa.
I'm a worthless check, a total wreck, a flop
But if, baby, I'm the bottom you're the top!

You're the top! You're Mahatma Gandhi
You're the top! You're Napoleon Brandy
You're the purple light of a summer night in Spain
You're the National Gallery, you’re Garbo’s salary
You're cellophane!
You're sublime, you're a turkey dinner
You're the time of the Derby winner.
I'm a toy balloon that is fated soon to pop
But if, baby, I'm the bottom, you're the top!

You're the top! You're a Waldorf salad
You're the top! You're a Berlin ballad
You're a baby grand of a lady and a gent.
You're an old Dutch master, you’re Mrs. Astor
You're Pepsodent!
You're romance, you're the steppes of Russia
You're the pants on a Roxy usher.
I'm a lazy lout that's just about to stop
But if, baby, I'm the bottom, you're the top!

- "You're The Top"
Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter 1934

Photos: Bluefly

women & jackets - 4th of 4

Cole Haan Black Asymmetric Collar Belted Trench Coat

"...elaborate study... by women in the pursuit of trifles..."

- Julia Ward Howe

Whim Black Cashmere Tuxedo Jacket

"...it was the truth of every woman."
- Betty Friedman

Kenneth Cole New York Black Wool Double Breasted Coat

"Because I am a woman, I must... succeed."
- Clare Booth Luce

Photos: Bluefly

women & jackets - 3rd of 4

Vakko Chocolate Suede Shearling Top-Stitched Long Coat

"...premenstrual syndrome, only time... I can be myself."
- Roseanne Barr

Cole Haan Beige Cotton-Blend Belted Trench Jacket

"And ain't I a woman? Look at me!"

- Sojourner Truth

Prada Chocolate Wool Tie-Frong Jacket

"Women have more... than just a fallopian tube."
- Barbara Hall

Photos: Bluefly

women & jackets - 2nd of 4

Elie Tahari Faded Indigo Medium Washed Jodie Jacket

"Women upset everything."
- George Bernard Shaw

Elie Tahari Faded Indigo Amira Embellished Denim Jacket

"When the candles are out all women are fair."

- Plutarch

Miss Sixty Washed Stretch Denim Carla Jacket

"Women try their luck, men risk theirs."

- Oscar Wilde

Photos: Bluefly

women & jackets - 1st of 4

Michael Kors White Cotton-Nylon Short Belted Coat

"What is most beautiful in ...women is something masculine."
- Susan Sontag

Diesel White Denim Teschio Blazer Jacket

"Women who seek to be equal with men lack ambition."

- Timothy Leary

Via Spiga Ivory Wool Tulip Swing Coat

"I hate women... they always know where things are."

- James Thurber

Photos: Bluefly