Black loose short dress...

Ever since I saw Anh from 9to5chic in her simple, yet very stylish, loose black short dress ensamble, I've been perusing the internet for the perfect similar black dress. I already see a myriad of possibilities with this dress - from casual weekend outfit with sandals to work wardrobe with heels or boots. Or a happy hour anyone? This dress would be perfect... I love versatile pieces!

I simple adore And's style. Beautiful simplicity... Pair the dress with a statement necklace!

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Or wear the dress with a black blazer for a more dramatic look...

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Inspiration for a sophisticated look...

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Of course Emerson Fry, the genius at the simplest creations, offers a great uptake on this type of a dress...

Of course Emerson Fry is a genius on creating perfect simple silhouettes... including cute black dresses!

More inspirations & different variations...

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And don't forget, you can always belt it for a change of style!

I think I might have found a good one at Ann Taylor. (But don't buy it for the full price. Ann Taylor always offers some serious sales deals. I guarantee you you can get it at least for 30% within the next few days)..

Ann Taylor

Or Jill Sander anyone? Black dress will never go out of style!

Jil Sander

Net-a-Porter sale - up to 50% off!

Net-a-Porter is having an amazing sale of up to 50% off!

I have few runners-up. As I have been stressing, my newest resolution is to rather spend more on one quality item then buying cheaper pieces that would go quicky out of style.. A stylish wardrobe is after all a long term investment :-) 

Now I go for pieces that I can easilty transfor from work office to happy-hour/evening dinner and even weekends play. Think of business casual to San Francisco urban fun seaker...

I've been eying these Chloe shoes forever!

Chloe pumps____was $795, now $397.50 (50% off)

Valentino peep-toe wedge sandals - perfect for summer casual Fridays and they seem comfy even for San Francisco hills!

Valentino--- was $795, now $397.50 (50% off)

Every girl should own Diane Von Fustenberg's printed wrapp dress!

Diane Von Fustenberg___Was $445__ now $222.50 (50% off)

Burberry perfect blazer..

Burberry___ was $595, now $416.50 (30% off)

It's not only what is on outside counts!

Stella McCartney___was $165, now $99 (%40 off)

The perfect Malburry bag!

Malburry____was $1,500, now $1,050 (30% off)

And don't forget jewelries. They indeed make your outfit...

Monica Vinader____ was $900, now $450 (50%)

Monday cravings....

Ever since I bought my first Rebecca Minkoff shoes that I love, I regularly check this brand for new finds... I love these wedges. They are on sale (!), but out of stock in my side, sadly...

Rebecca Minkoff

A great outfit can be all about the perfect belt... I love this golden plated one - a great statement belt!

Nicholas Gold Plated Belt

I am a frequent shopper at Club Monaco & currently eying this polka dot silk tee (I've already tried it on; it's quite sheer, but so pretty!)...

Club Monaco

And I really love the simplicity of this whole outfit! Where can I get my perfect comfy black dress?

9to5chic.com

In praise of Kate Moss' style: Rule No. 4 - Boots!

Rule No. 4: boots.

For those of you who have not been following my postings dedicated to Kate Moss, I am running a series of attempts to break her style into few basic rules. For those of you who are, I am thankful and hopeful you've been enjoying this mini style excursion.

 Today we are on our 4th one: Do get & wear boots!

Boots are epitome of stylishness and sexiness. And Kate Moss, unabashed in her signature style, rocks her boots on a daily basis. She is often seen wearing knee high black boots, but does not shy away from other styles: be those brown, stiletto high or flat comfy boots.
Even if you are in anticipation of (or already enjoying) warm summer days, do take inspiration from KM and wear your boots with shorts... Or for the cooler evenings simply throw on a blazer and boots... They can give your otherwise ordinary look an edgy sex-appeal. Be confident in your boots in any kind of season and weather!

To recap feel free to check out my older posting about KM:
Rule No. 1: Blazer
Rule No. 2: Belt
Rule No. 3: Shorts

....nude pumps....

Stylish and functional wardrobe evolves around few basic pieces and in my book nude leather pumps are a must! Hence my recent purchase. I don't follow Gwen Stefani, but I've noticed when browsing for shoes L.A.M.B.'s shoes (her signature brand) often caught my attention (See here... even Olivia Palermo got a pair) & they are quite affordable...
These pumps are on sale with additional 40% off (FYI everything on Last Call is additional 40% off). I am yet to receive them, but I truly hope they are a keeper! I love their open sides; it makes for an interesting twist on an otherwise basic pumps. And they are high high high.  I love that!

L.A.M.B

 Now what am I going to wear with them? Lately I've been all about basics: skinny pants/jeans and a basis shirt (white staple shirt maybe?) or simply just a T-shirt for a more edgy sexy look!

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All these looks are so easy to recreate! And I believe any woman is going to look amazing in basic nude pumps, skinny pants/jeans and a simple nice shirt. Go for it!

Tuesdays inspirations...

These are my Tuesday inspirations - each image is a tribute to an impeccable style. Enjoy...!

1. The perfect Tommy Ton skirt....link
2. The perfect cargo jacket & boots....link
3. The perfect wedges... link
4. The perfect work outfit...link
5. The perfect leisure outfit...link

Beautiful clothes... Hiroshi Senju...

This is a posting in my series about art and how I see art can be (and ultimately is) an indefinite inspiration for fashion...

Today it's all about the remarkable Hiroshi Senju! I recently visited the spectacular Asian Art Museum in San Francisco and his large scale waterfall painting definitely captured my immediate attention.

Senju uses traditional Japanese style of painting - nihon-ga. Nihon-ga utilizes pigments from rocks & stones and as Senju explains nihon-ga paintings often project calmness and relaxation, not just because of the painting's subject matters. Humans used to apply pigments on their body in ancient times (think of make-up!) and apparently this human-pigment relationship automatically transfers into our experience with nihon-ga paintings.

Whether that is just a matter of interpretation, I certainly believe Senju's paintings do bring calmness into our lives. They are simply stunning...

And what about fashion ? I think of  airy, beautiful, one piece garments, that flow downstream as waterfalls...

Giles Spring 2012

Something more affordable?  A long dress from Mango spring collections?

Mango

And if you happent to live in San Francisco, my favorite boutique just got a beautiful blue (as the waterfall) dress...

Heritage Row