Showing posts with label Elegance. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Elegance. Show all posts

Friday, March 9, 2012

The Elements of Style

Color, texture and silhouette are three of the most defining characteristics of style. When these elements are combined well they have the ability to create magnificent beauty...



  Color: 
There is nothing more delicate than white.
    Texture: 
        The combination of textures is incredible. I love the demure detailing 
    on the dress combined with boldness of the gold necklace.
        Silhouette:
A well tailored dress, that fits in all the right places goes a very long way.
                                                         

*Tailoring is essential in any good wardrobe, if something does not fit always look to see if it can be tailored. I have fallen in love with many pieces that did not properly fit, but with a little tailoring they have easily been transformed into favorites. If you do not know of a good tailor ask your friends or local dry cleaner. 


    Color: 
This color is fabulous!!!
    Texture: 
A patent pump will always be a classic and can easily be dressed up or down. 
Silhouette: 
I'm a big fan of really tall heels. I also love the shape of the toes on these, not too pointy but not too round, very versatile. 



Color:
I love the vintage feel this color gives this clutch. It is absolutely sensational. 
Texture:
The texture in conjunction with the color is marvelous. The detailing of the texture truly transforms this piece, without it it would be just another colorful clutch. 
Silhouette:
I love the shape and size of this clutch. Nothing drives me nuts more than a beautiful bag that holds nothing! It's nice and thin and fits well in one's hand making it easy to carry and manage. 



Color:
Pink and white will eternally be a classic and feminine color combination. The addition of a dark clutch is an excellent accessory color and adds boldness and depth to the overall look. 
Texture:
I love the texture of the lace and the silky smoothness of the top. Lace is one of those classic textiles that has the ability to turn an ordinary garment into an extraordinary piece.
Silhouette:
The slender fit of the skirt when combined with the loose and billowy bright top bring a modern edge to this outfit. Silhouettes tend to either be classic or edgy and therefore are often one of the most defining characteristics of style. Pieces with classic silhouettes can easily span decades while those with edgier lines may fall out of style more easily. 


Color:
What sets these stunning heels apart from other black pumps is obviously their unique gold heel and sole. I adore this combination and think it is fantastic! 
Texture:
The podesua in combination with the smooth and shiny gold is marvelous. Black and gold are such classic elements and I think this is a very creative union of the two. 
Silhouette:
Obviously, these are not your average black heels. The platform and shape of the heel are very unique and combine to create an elegant statement. 




Color:
To be honest, I think some color could transform this dress.  This is a stunning piece and yet I do not think this particular color does it any justice. 
Texture:
I am quite find however of the material, I think it lays well and has a pretty sheen to it. The way the lower portion of the skirt has been sewn also adds a delightful texture to the overall dress, which I think makes it  far more interesting. 
Silhouette:
By far and wide the shinning star of this dress. The tailored bodice and a-line skirt are exceptional. This dress truly transcends time with its classic lines. Created today by Zac Posen I can easily envision a starlet of the 1950's wearing this on the red carpet. 

*images from my Pintrest 

Saturday, October 1, 2011

Fifth Floor Bar - Harvey Nichols

A white leather tufted bar accented with swarovski crystals, bright pink & green bar stools & chairs, mirrored walls, white leather booths & emerald green velvet drapes; The Fifth Floor Bar of Harvey Nichols is a fusion of vintage 60's flare and British chic.

Adjacent to the Fifth Floor Restaurant, the bar could easily be the much younger & hipper sister of the Beverly Hills Hotel's Polo Lounge.



The juxtaposition of the beautiful green velvet drapes to the predominant bright white of the bar manages to be eye catching & subtle all at the same time. 


I loved the delicate milk glass style chandeliers above the tables.



From the chandeliers to the pink velvet chaises & lime green ottomans, the space has a swanky elegance about it.





Bar stools, cozy booths, chaises and private cocktail tables tucked away into the mirrored walls,  offer a variety of seating options that allow patrons to both see & be seen.


  The crystal tufted bar neon lighting.
 I think this concept could make an incredible head board as well!


Stylistically I could not love this space anymore. It's bright colors, bit of sparkle and fun with fancy attitude are simply brilliant as the Brits would say.