I have been searching for about a year for the right gladiator sandal. I have been doing all versions for my clients, mostly the flat look that is terrific with short shorts and dresses. For me, personally, I have a hard fit in that style. I also, garmento that I am, didn’t want to pay $500 for them. Yesterday I scored not only for myself, but a couple of clients a cute glad sandal at a great price ($38). Where, you ask? Good ol’ Urban Outfitters. I personally love this style because it doesn’t have the thong…Super sold out in Seattle, but perhaps if you run out today, you may be lucky. RL
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I was out to dinner with a friend a couple weeks ago and she looked me right in the eye and very seriously asked me, “What is your official position on the white jean trend?”…
I have been a fan of white denim for several years. It is a perfect answer to springing up your wardrobe while keeping your look casual yet chic. Yes, the myth persists that white is not slimming, however I believe as with all clothing, when you have the right cut and the fit is great, white can look fabulous regardless.
I have been doing a great skinny white jean for clients from Uniqlo both for men and women that has a perfect stretch to it. (Yes boys, white denim is important for you too) I also love a wide leg white denim and almost every line has a version. Pine IV is a great fit if you can find them. Remember to think of your white jeans like your blue denim…a neutral and have fun with it.
The best thing about white jeans is that you can wear them most of the year and just change your shoes and tops for the season that is most appropriate…the same does not apply to white shoes. I am still old school about that. I don’t want to see white on your feet till after Memorial Day. RL
May
5
What a week it was. Busy with spring shopping and events. Killer Looks Salon celebrated their Tenth Anniversary on Thursday and it was a “killer” event. The wine was fab and crowd was gorgeous. Friday, Sustainable Style Foundation had their Cocktails for a Cause event hosted by La Rousse and that was great. It featured the Brazilian vegan shoe line, Melissa and local non-profit, Eco Encore. After that I jetted off with one of my bff’s to Product Runway, a fashion production by the Interior Design Coalition of Washington. I was so proud to be from Seattle. This show is the way all shows should be. Interior Design teams used interior products and created couture fashion looks and presented them on the runway. As a garmento, I was truly impressed. The designs and their inspirations were amazing. The judges were internationally known and the whole night felt like we were in NYC. The crowd was dressed and looking fabulous. A side note, I have produced a fair amount of parties for interior designers and architects and I have to say, they are one of my favorite crowds. They get it. From respecting how a room should look, to respecting that the rest of the production. Bravo to my design brothers and sisters. Those of you that know me, must know the night did not end there…we all rallied and went to give a big send off to Noel, who is moving to Vegas. Noel is the designer of the beaded rings that you always see me and my posse wearing…I’ll do a separate blog about it so you can find her…good luck to Noel who will continue to rock the visual display world for Nordstrom in Vegas. We ended the night at 13 coins…you locals know what that means. RL
photo: Product Runway Finale’