If You're A Fly Gal Then Get Your Nails Done...In Blue

I love that line from Missy Elliott's song, Work It, "If you're a fly gal then get your nails done, get a pedicure, get your hair did."

The latest in nail colors are pretty, sparkly, and blue. These are a lovely contrast to the black and dark plum shades that everyone was wearing not too long ago. I hope that I can track down Chanel Blue Satin. It's flying out the stores and I refuse to bid for it on Ebay.

Do you think you'll get your nails done in blue?

Chanel Blue Satin












OPI Yoga-Ta-Get This














Essie Blue Aruba

No Blacks On The Cats...What's up with that?

Check out this very interesting article on the lack of diversity during Fashion Week:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/08/AR2008020803106.html
Your thoughts? I'll share my thoughts laster today...I'm in the middle of a major project at work.
picture courtesy of Getty Images

The Dickey Revamped

Who remembers those dickey's from the 1970's and 80's? My mom had a cream turtleneck dickey but she never wore it. I remember using it as a bib for my dolls. In case you need visuals:

(This one looks so much like the one my mom had.)

Not exactly what you call stylish, huh? Well it has been quite a few years since I've seen a dickey or caught someone wearing one. Twelve By Twelve, Forever 21's luxe cheap-chic spin off has revamped the dickey and provided matching cuffs:

Click the picture to enlarge

Worn underneath the right tops this is a very chic look. I have to admit I'm not 100% loving the cuffs.

Twelve By Twelve Pleated Collar/Cuff Set
picture courtesy of Twelve By Twelve

Is Your Shoe Collection Boring?

My good friend sent me an urgent text message yesterday, "Just realized all my shoes r blk or brwn...not good. HELP. ME."

She has crossed over into that dangerous territory that leads to owning a boring shoe collection. If she's not careful, she'll be shoe shopping with her grandmother. White Mountain anyone??? LOL!

Shoes are a great way to add a little flair to your outfits. Yesterday, I wore charcoal gray slacks, a white button down shirt, cropped black cardigan, and a pair of paiseley print flats. The paisely print was a mix of emerald green, yellow, and purple. I like a creative shoe and my rule is to always get at least one off color, slightly funky pair of shoes for every neutral pair I purchase.

If you're finding yourself in a shoe rut like my dear friend, put yourself on a restriction. Do not purchase another pair of black, brown, or navy shoes until you have at least two pairs of creative shoes in your collection. Here are three pair I found online to motivate you:

Left to right:
Martinez Valero 'Jaxy' Flat, GUESS? 'Lovely' , Sam Edelman 'Carmen',

The green pair in the middle would look great with a grey sweater dress I have. I always pair it with dark rinse bootcut jeans. Hmmm...may have to order these.

Happy Shoe Shopping! Let me know what funky styles you find.






















pictures courtesy of www.Nordstrom.com

WWD Fashion Career Expo

WWD Fashion Career Expo is the premier opportunity to interview with hiring decision-makers of marquee companies in fashion, retail and beauty, with the exclusive support of Women's Wear Daily, the most authoritative publication in the industry.

WWD Fashion Career Expo Friday, February 8th, 10am - 3pm
Gotham Hall1356 Broadway between 36th & 37th Street
New York, NY 10018
Pre-Register

All candidates must meet one of the following sets of requirements for entry:
• 4 yr degree plus 2 yrs fashion industry experience
• 2 yr degree plus 4 yrs fashion industry experience
• 5 yrs fashion industry experience*Field retail and internships do not qualify as industry experience

Only $10 Admission. Invite Your Friends.

Participating companies include:(new companies added daily!):
• Gromwell - Presenting Sponsor
• Carters - Platinum Sponsor
• Maidenform Inc. - Platinum Sponsor
• Movado Group, Inc. - Platinum Sponsor
• Swarovski North America Limited - Platinum Sponsor
• Things Remembered - Platinum Sponsor
• Home Shopping Network - Silver Sponsor
• Alfred Dunner
• BCBG Max Azria Group
• Berek
• Carole Hochman Design Group
• Converse, Inc. / NIKE
• DFS North America
• Eileen Fisher
• FAB / Starpoint
• Forman Mills
• H&M
• ILORI
• J. Crew
• Jimlar Corporation
• Jones Apparel Group, Inc./Nine West/NY & Co/Anne Klein
• Jurlique
• Lester's
• Levi Strauss & Co.
• Li & Fung USA
• Liz Claiborne
• Luxottica Group
• Macy's Home Store
• Macy's East
• Paul Stuart
• Perry Ellis International
• Plaza Too• Polo Ralph Lauren
• QVC, Inc.• Reebok
• Saks Fifth Avenue / Saks Inc.
• Shanghai Tang
• The Children's Place
• The Limited
• The Max Leather Group / Cipriani Accessories
• The Moret Group / Jacques Moret
• Tiffany & Co.
• Tommy Hilfiger, USA
• Tourneau Inc.
• Under Armour
• Urban Outfitters, Inc.
• Vans Footwear & Apparel
• Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. ...& more!

Pre-Register And Submit Your Resume Now:
Give companies the opportunity to view your qualifications, even if you are unable to attend the actual event. Only $10 admission. Bring many resumes and tell your friends about this special one-day-only hiring event.

Hundreds of open positions available:
Apparel, Footwear & Jewelry Designers
Home Furnishings Designers
Textile SpecialistsPatternmakers
Product Development
CAD Designers
Merchandisers
Retail Planners and ExecutivesBuyers and Assistant Buyers
Executive and Showroom Salespeople
Retail Store Management
Visual Merchandisers
Sourcing and Production ManagersArt Directors ... & more!
Virtual Exhibitors include: Savannah College of Art & Design, Vera Bradley, Limited Brands / Victoria Secret

EMPLOYERS: Two Booths Still Available! Call Melissa Yoblon-Gentile at 212-655-4505 ext. 262

See you at the event!
Nicole Boyer,Director of Events & Marketing

More Fashion Week Fab!!!

Jeffrey Kalinsky does Fashion Week his way:

Fashion Week - Fall 2008, February 1st - February 8th

New York is the place to be and for those of us not fortunate to be in on all the action, here's the schedule: Schedule courtesy of http://mbfashionweek.com/newyork/

I'll post my favorite looks all this week!