Somewear: “Special”

My girlfriend recently got engaged atop a mountain in France.  I know- such a blasé location, right?  Anyway, it got me thinking that you can’t always predict where and when you’re going to get engaged and more importantly (for this story, anyway) what you’ll be wearing. 

However, there are a few of you out there that may have an inkling, a hunch, a hint, of when this fateful proposal may occur for you.  Now correct me if I’m wrong, but wouldn’t you want to look “unintentionally flawless” if you could predict when it was all going down?  I mean, I know I would and chances are pictures will be taken and history (well, yours, anyway) will be documented. 

Just sayin’- think about it the next time your boyfriend of 2+ years wants to take you “Somewear Special”.

• Rebecca Taylor, Metallic Leather Bustier Peplum Dress, $895
• Pade Vavra, My Happy Place Necklace, $250
• Rebecca Minkoff, Heart Studs, $48
• Bare Minerals, Indecent Proposal Blush, $22
• Sergio Rossi, Gold Snakeskin Pumps, $890
• Stila Eye Shadow, Diamond Lil Eye Shadow, $18
• ASOS, Bow Clutch, $31.66

Shakespeare’s Birthday Party

My former SMU gal pals have started a theatre company in LA called Little Candle Productions.  They are hosting a fundraiser tonight for their upcoming show, The Winter’s Tale.  What better way to raise money than by celebrating the birth of the playwright himself, Mr. Willie Shakes!  In case you were wondering, he would have been 448 today.  Now, if I know some of these gals like I do, there is a chance that they might just come in full Elizabethan garb (Allison).  However, if I were able to attend, I think I might go with just a slight nod to the era by sporting a dramatic ruffled collar and some show stopping jewels.  If you’re in LA, I’d highly suggest joining in the festivities tonight which will include Shakespeare themed libations and a trivia contest!  More info here!   

• Lafayette 148 New York, Tie Waist Dress, $398
• Bounkit, Green Onyx & Pink Cat's Eye Earrings, $365
• Jimmy Choo, Baxen Peep-Toe Wedge Pump, $625
• Beyond Rings, Round Cat's Eye Ring, $60
• Kate Spade, Clutch, $328
• Philosophy, Vanilla Birthday Cake Lip Shine, $10

BubblyQ

Tonight I will be attending YTAC’s annual fundraising party called “Bubbly Q”.  It will be held will be held at Fearing’s at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas and is chef-chaired by Dean Fearing, one of Dallas’ most celebrated chefs.  Guests will sample dishes from 12 of the best chefs in the area and enjoy champagne, cocktails, music, a raffle, and even a silent auction.  All proceeds from the event will benefit YTAC’s 2011 beneficiaries, Children's Medical Center's Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders and Medical City Children's Hospital's Camp H.O.P.E.  If you live in Texas and want to get involved in a YTAC chapter near you, check out their website for more information.

• ASOS, Wrap Dress with Tie Waist, $61.11
• Dannijo, Bellatrix Necklace, $420
• Marc by Marc Jacobs, Claude Inverted Facet Studs, $48
• Frangos, Three Layer Ring, $85
• Jean-Michel Cazabat, Nappa Vintage Heels, $150
• HOBO, Dove Bag, $168
• Prada, Prada Candy Eau de Parfum, $80-$108

Orchestra Seats to RENT Off-Broadway

I’m so pumped to see one of my oldest and dearest friends perform tonight in the cast of RENT!  I’m a strong believer in dressing up for the theatre, even if it is to see a grungy rock musical set in the early 90’s.  I’m doing a slight nod to the era, but with more studs and stilettos and less real grunge.
 

• Mini Market, Eliv Dress, $260.55
• Pour La Victoire, Hadley Bootie, $284 
• Madewell, Chain Fringe Necklace, $32
• Rebecca Minkoff, Kiss + Tell, $250
• Francesca’s, All You Need is Love Ring, $14
• Essie, Carry On Nail Polish, $8

What to Wear When: It Feels Like Summer, but You’re Ready for Fall

I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for fall.  I want to start layering and wearing deep purples, blues, and mauves.  However, it’s 110 degrees still, so that is just not in the cards for me right now.  I need to get creative.  This dress is great, because it is cotton, so it will keep me cool, but the colors perfectly border the summer and fall line.  Peep-toe booties are also a great combo for in between seasons, and light grey nail polish is THE neutral color that can work with anything you’re wearing no matter what month you’re wearing it in.

• Plumo, Tamar Dress, Sale- $245.69
• Pedro Garcia, Chenoa Peep-toe Suede Ankle Boot, $445.50
• Kendra Scott, Jeanine Earring, $75 (peach quartz, iolite quartz, lilac onyx, lapis)
• Alexis Bittar, Leger Clustered Tear Ring, $207
• Essie, Chinchilly Nail Polish, $8

Cocktail Party for a "Frenemy"

I’m not sure where I come up with this stuff, but sometimes I see a dress and a story begins to evolve.  And even if you think it’s crazy, we’ve all had this scenario pop-up before.  Sometimes you have to begrudgingly attend a party for an ex you’re still civil with, or a co-worker you secretly can’t stand, or even just for your everyday frenemy.  In this situation, it’s vital to look killer.  So why not give them the cold shoulder with style and lace?  I know I would.

• Gianni Bini, Ella Dress, $108
• Loeffler Randall, Zaira Mest Cut-Out Bootie, $675
• Blu Bijoux, Black Crystal Earrings, $28
• Christopher Kane, Laser-cut Leather Clutch, $530
• Dior, Pure Poison Perfume, $60-$98
• Lancôme, L’Extrême Waterproof Mascara, $25

American Cancer Society Fundraiser on the Soho House Rooftop

My girlfriend, Mia, is attending an event for the American Cancer Society tomorrow evening, but she’ll be coming straight from work, so she needs something that’s appropriate for day and night. Besides the clutch (which she can simply just throw in a tote), this whole outfit will work seamlessly.  It’ll take her from business meetings in the office to evening cocktails by the pool. It’s sophisticated, yet sexy- just like Mia!

• Diane von Furstenberg, Tamara Dress, Sale- $241.50
• J.Crew, Love Me-Knot Necklace, $85
• Loeffler Randall, Paige Criss-Cross Stiletto, Sale- $220
• Kara Ross, Disco Python Earrings, $175
• Lauren Merkin, Ludlow, $350
• Gold Rhinestone Ribbon Pin, $10
• Estée Lauder Sensuous, Eau de Parfum Spray, $30-$55 (0.5 oz-1.7 oz)

Fancy Dinner Out to “Meet the Parents”

Sometimes the accessories just make the outfit.  Take a simple wrap dress and spice it up with bold jewelry, a fab bag, and stunning pair of pumps and you have taken that simple frock and transformed it into a showstopper.  All the accessories can be found at one of my favorite places to sell and buy new and used designer items: Designer Social.com. It is legitimately a one stop shop for the fashion and accessory-obsessed like me!

• Quail Shop, Rapp Dress, $220
• Christian Louboutin, Metallic Gaataca Pumps (Size 37), $500
• Alexis Bittar, Lucite and Rhodium Ring, $150
• Angel Jackson, Killer Satchel, $495
• Ranjana Khan, Rose Island Bib Necklace, $340

Somewear: Internet Debut of STB’s Virtual Facelift

I’m so proud to reveal Somewear To Be’s fresh new look, designed by the 

wonderfully talented (and uber patient) Q.A. Design.  If STB was a real lady, I 

know she’d be dressed to the nines today to show-off all her new features!  I’ve 

styled STB in all her favorite colors and even gave her some one-of-a kind Favicon 

stud earrings!  If you love her look as much as I do, spread the word, spread the 

love, and tell all your girlfriends to follow me!

• Hervé Léger, Sweetheart-neck bandage dress, $473 
• Alejandro Ingelmo, Grace Pump, $319 
• Somewear To Be, Favicon Virtual Stud Earrings, Priceless
• Stuart Weitzman, Collection Cou Cou Satin Elektra Clutch, $285 
• Noir Jewelry, Fold-Over Ring, $100 
• Tom Ford, Neroli Portofino Limited Eau de Parfum, $190-$465 
• Yves Saint Laurent, Pure Chromatics Wet and Dry Eye Shadow Palette, $48