Hollywood Glamour - by Kate Hudson

There are always hits & misses on every red carpet but at this year's Golden Globes, Kate Hudson got it SO right that I don't feel the need to display anyone else.  

This form-fitted Atelier Versace gown in white is sexy and elegant, the jeweled detail on the sides adds sparkle and a bit of edge and her pulled back sleek hair with small Forevermark diamond earrings is clean & classic.  The entire look is a perfect modern take on old Hollywood glamour.  Oh - and she pulled off the plunging neckline because her breasts are on the small side.  

(Take notes JLo!) 

I don't know if anyone should ever bother to wear a gown to an awards show again. 

 It has now been DONE to perfection!

Bonobos Fall Menswear Challenge

A great menswear line called Bonobos reached out to me with a challenge to submit some looks to compliment their new Fall line of suiting.  I love dressing men and can dress them up or down, but my all time favorite thing is a man in a great fitting suit.  Or, even better - a tuxedo.  Below is the Bonobos look I chose.  I love the textured patterned fabric and the smooth, dark shawl lapel of the jacket paired with a narrow satin tie.  The flap pockets on the jacket also give the look more texture and versatility.  It's a modern take on a classic tux - urban chic with a nod to a bygone era.

   

Often my work is not about putting together a style piece by piece but simply finding it and defining it for my clients.  I was inspired by the ensembles below while pre-shopping for a new client. 

There is a lot of dapper, British inspired suiting being shown and worn right now - and I for one approve wholeheartedly.  I love this ensemble by Ted Baker because it is contemporary and also quintessentially English.  The grey tweed is very traditional but the bright blue and green in the tie and lapel pin give it a playful vibrancy and the tiny dots in the striped shirt make it not so corporate.    

 

This next look from Black Brown 1826 at Lord & Taylor is studious but still stylish and the maroon in the tie brings a richness to the baby blue patterned shirt.  And in 2014 - the choice to wear a bowtie versus a long tie is a major statement.

This look below could be in the same guy's closet as the Bonobos tuxedo - just for slightly less dressy occasions.  I love the two tone and piping on the jacket, which is obviously inspired by a private school uniform.  And again - the bright colors in the tie perk up the black & grey and the pattern on the shirt brings more fun to the whole look.  The only thing I don't love is the button on the jacket, but that is very easy to alter. 

 

I apologize for this not so great photo of these super great pants.  I love this bold plaid pattern from Ted Baker (and believe me, they look so much better at the store)!  One of the reasons I flipped for these is that they are unique statement piece that can be dressed up - with a crisp white shirt and a black tuxedo jacket, or dressed down - with a dark turtleneck.  And plaid is always slightly preppy, so they still have that classic element. 
 

Thank you again Bonobos for inviting me to take your Style Challenge!  I am very excited about dressing my clients this season and will see you at one of your Guideshops soon...  Happy Fall everyone!

Fash-Inspiration Friday!

Summer has finally arrived and my new friend Miguel, maitre d' at Cafe du Soleil on the Upper West Side, shows his effortless comfortable look.  Great service with easy style.      

Fash-Inspiration Friday!

Spring has sprung!  Warmer temperatures, longer days and peep toe shoes!  

This Steve Madden creation makes me smile.

2014 Oscars Glamour

This was a rare year at the Oscars where almost everyone looked amazing.  There was Hollywood glamour galore and the stars (even Lady Gaga!) hit their marks.  Here are ten of my favorite red carpet arrivals. 

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Fash-Inspiration Friday - Hollywood Glamour!

Fashion & Film - my two favorite passions came together this week at The Golden Globe Awards to kick off Awards Season!
There were (as always) many fashion disasters but a few stunning examples that Hollywood Glamour is not dead...

Margot Robbie - perfection in Gucci

Olivia Wilde - gorgeous in green Gucci

Naomi Watts - sleek & shimmery in Tom Ford

 I LOVE a handsome man in a great tuxedo!

Jared Leto - perfect fit

Chris Pine = MOVIE STAR!

Matthew McConaughey - green velvet D&G