Hey Glossies,

I am kind of getting exciting about spring, even though I still have quite a few winter outfits to wear.  I do not want to rush away the winter season as it has been totally bearable, thus far.

Today’s selection is the Asos Santo Suede Point Court Shoes in (Cornflower) Blue. I found this shoe as I was looking for an orangey-red patent leather pumps.  I still I have not found the right pumps, but I am sure am glad I found the suede blue court shoes. (Sidebar – Court shoes are the British way of saying Pumps or Heels. Hmmm Court shoes and gloss does not have the same ring to it! lol)

The Asos Santo Suede Point Court Shoes in Blue is approximately 4.7 inches of heel with no platform. It also comes in a yellow and pink.  The Santo Suede Point Court Shoes is a great pump for Spring.  Do not let the suede confuse you.  I am strong believer in wearing Suede in the Spring and early summer, especially in lighter and brighter colors.  I have several suede slingbacks that I, gladly, wear in the Spring/Summer seasons.

Asos Santo Suede Point Court Shoes retails for under $100.

 

Stylist Corner

I really like this shade of blue. It reminds me of deep sky blue and a cornflower. Not too light and not the royal blue, of which I am not a huge fan.  I love it with yellows, corals, pinks, rosy mauve, white and kelly greens.

In the look below, I created a look that is uber-feminine with a hint naughty. Can you spot the hint?

 

 

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Happy Glossies,

Two years ago, I started wearing dresses on a very regular basis.  The last time I wore a dress prior to 2010 was my wedding dress and that was a quite a few years prior.  Instead, I wore skirts.

When I saw the Capra dress (below), I knew I had to have it!  The splash of deep teal, black, shades of brown and one shade that looks like a rusty coral.

The plan was to wear the Capra dress with the BCBGeneration Parade Platform Pumps in bronze leather. [Sidebar -  I realized that I  did not own any metallic leather pumps in brown/bronze. *gasp* How was I living??]

Well, while coming down the stairs one day, I tumbled over 4 steps, injuring my knees and left leg and foot.  Thank God nothing was broken.  So I opted to wear the Calvin Klein Dolly in Navy because flats were not an option.  I love the color of this shoe, even though it is not a true navy. The color is more like a very smoky teal.

OOTD Details

• Capra dress – Talbots
• Cardigan – Talbots
• Belt – Ralph Lauren
• Hosiery – Talbots
• Dolly Pumps – Calvin Klein

What I learned from this OOTD

I need more crop cardigans.  The cardigan I wore is a lovely color and brings out the matching shade, but it was overwhelming. I wore it because the place that I was going to is either really cold or really hot and, sometimes, at the same time in different rooms.

Mix Maven

Hey Glossies,

Today’s Friday Footwear is a little bit different. A fellow fashionista friend sent me the link of the Prada Bi-Color Suede Mary Jane Boots in Red.  She thinks the shoe is creepy and would never purchase nor wear them.  The Prada boot seems to be quite popular. Would you wear them?

Happy Weekend,

Mix Maven

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Hey Glossies,

I have been excited about the spring 2012 colors.  One of dear fashionista friends, Dorene,  sent me a link for the Joe Fresh 2012 Spring collection preview.  I love the bright and vibrant colors and the silhouettes are modern and fresh.

Some of my favorite pieces from the collection.

One of the standouts from the collection is the Printed Loafer Pump.

I love the reinterpretation of this classic loafer in fun and whimsical fabric in orange and green. The heel looks to be approximately 2.75 inches.

Retail price will be $49 CAD.

Mix Maven

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Hey Glossies,

It is well known how much I love an animal print, especially of the kitten variety, so when I saw the Gilded Leopard top, I had to have it! The Gilded top (black, shades of brown and a smidgen of cream) is comprised of cotton and metallic silk, which makes the blouse extra festive.  The poet-style top (dolman sleeves) allows flexibility to create a daytime look and the metallic silk fabric allows any easy transition to an evening look.

The rest of the look allows the Gilded Leopard top to be the focal point.  I love the Jessica Simpson pumps in black and gold herringbone print.

 

My actual outfit details

Mix Maven

Hey Glossies,

As soon as the Christmas season is over, the spring fashions hit the racks, showrooms and websites.  The colors that have been selected for the spring 2012 by Pantone are vibrant and fun with a splash of neutrality to keep everything in check.

Here are some great color options that are currently on the market.

Tangerine Tango – is a bright, fiery orange.  I think it can work with all the colors.

 

Solar Power – is a burst of sunshine.

Bellflower is a blue purple. A great color to pair with the Tangerine tango and cockatoo

Cabaret is a bold rosy pink or fuchsia.  Can be friendly with all the colors, but I love it with tangerine tango and solar power.

 

Socialite Blue – is a fancy way of saying navy blue, which I love and can never ever get enough of. Milly offers a pretty option in the LouLou dress. The dress also includes royal blue, white and the starfish* color.

Sweet Lilac is a quintessential spring color. I love it with socialite blue, tangerine tango and margarita.

Margarita is another quintessential spring color. Great with bellflower, socialite blue, sweet lilac and solar power.

Cockatoo – a mid-tone aqua. Great color for the spring and summer. Also plays nice with most of the spring 2012 colors.

Driftwood – is greige taupe.  A cool neutral for the season.

Starfish -  is another neutral color.  Starfish is a great way to balance the other brilliant colors.

Which colors are you loving for spring 2012?

Mix Maven

 

 

Hey Glossies,

We are back to the grind, so we need comfortable shoes because of the non-stop partying we did for the past month.  So a pretty pair flats are definitely the order of the day!

Today’s Friday Footwear selection is the Kate Spade New York ‘Tabby’ Flats.

What an adorable flat. The two-tone Tabby is available orange patent (and mid-tone brown leather).  I have seen other color combinations, but this version is my favorite.

 Stylist Corner

The Kate Spade Tabby in the Orange Patent/Brown leather can be worn with many different looks.

I created a look that I thought would be great for hanging out on a wintry day or would make a fun option to work in a casual office environment.  I love how each piece works well together. The metallic sweater and camel mini skirt allows the orange POP, while the tights add a hint of whimsy.  The wool jacket and bag add extra chicness to the look.