TT: CROP TOPS

We are going to throw it way back today with crop tops! If you can believe it, crop tops were actually first worn many many years ago by Middle Eastern Belly Dancers as a form of decorative beaded bralets. They didn't become popular in North America until the mid 80's when Madonna wore a black mesh crop top in her music video for 'Lucky Star'. Because she was the first popular artist to wear the crop top, from then on, the craze spread very fast and it wasn't long after that everyone followed. 

The trend has died and risen many times and it is rising once again for this Spring/Summer. The crop top has always been a love/hate piece for fashionistas but with that being said, it is a very versatile piece that can be worn tight or baggy with high wasted shorts, skirts, pants, etc. During New York Fashion week we saw crop tops all over the runway from designers including Lela Rose, Tracy Reese, Phillip Lim & Zimmerman. 

What crop top style will you be sporting this spring/summer? 

xx Kasey 

TT: DENIM ON DENIM!

Who remembers the famous picture of Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake wearing all denim? I know I do! Who could forget that amazing moment of ALL denim! If not, here it is. :)

This trend has made its comeback once again! Even though denim is an endless trend it does not lose its importance and because of its changeability it is a definite must have for every girls wardrobe. Every year fashion designers give it a little twist by mixing different denim washes, adding studs, sequins, chains, patches, etc. Below is the Guess campaign photo showing different ways of wearing denim on denim. 

We saw this on the runway including designers such as House of Holland, Jonathan Simkhai and Diesel, Black Gold. So everyone, lets get adventurous! Don't be afraid to pair denim with denim! 

xx Kasey

TT: STEAL THE LOOK: Mad About Plaid

STEAL Ri Ri's PLAID LOOK.

What You'll Need:

• Your favorite Plaid Button-Up
• White cropped tank
• White/Metallic Skirt w/ Slit (if it doesn't have one, get creative with your local tailor to add just the right amount of skin.)
• Chucks
• Suspenders
• Snapback
• Studded wide belt

Rihanna is a definite trendsetter and stealing this look off the runway and making it her own is SEXY.

If you are thinking you have seen this style before, you would be correct, it was in the 90's. Don't believe us? Take a look at this photo from the 90's hit tv series "The Fresh Prince of Bel Air". Will Smith's love interest use to dress just like this. Who knew she would start a trend over a decade later. :)

Forecast Friday: PRINT (CESS)

Peter Pilotto for Target

It's GROOVY baby, . . .the 70's are back and better than ever! Mix and match patterns & prints will make you fall in love, baby!

This is not your Austin Powers' lovefest, but if you can channel your inner Bianca Jagger you are all set to dance like you are back in Studio 54!

No matter what your style or budget, there is something for every fashionista. Catwalks like Valentino showed their psychedelic patterns to Peter Pilotto collection for Target embracing a geometric and floral approach.

We can't wait to see what 2014 has to hold, . . .

Throwback Thursday - Are You Jelly?

We will be throwing it way back today! Who remembers wearing jelly shoes as a little girl? I know I do! Who could forget the excitement of wearing their first pair of jellies! These sandals were popular back in the 1980's-1990's. For those of you who may not remember them, they were totally awesome, but don't worry about having missed out because their comeback will be even more rad than before. They came sparkly, classic black, platformed, glow in the dark, neon and even a heeled jelly. People wore them to the beach or paired them with some wicked overalls. They were my favorite sandals to wear and they are making a comeback this Spring/Summer 2014. Designers such as Madison Harding & Sophia Webster have done a great job recreating the jelly sandal with their new, chic and fun colored styles. You can style them with your favorite summer dress, a pair of high wasted shorts, a crop top with a flannel tied around the waste or even a pair of jeans. So girls, get ready to be inspired by your childhood memories of the jellies, yet in a whole new way! 

xx Kasey 

THROWBACK THURSDAY: THE BEAUTIFUL LISA VANDERPUMP INEMERALD GREEN

Happy Thursday Loves! The weekends almost here, but before you get to excited about the weekend we are throwing it back once again!

Here's a shoot Toni styled for Bravo's "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" and the new show "Sur", with our Favorite Brit- Lisa Vanderpump.  Lisa looks beautiful in this Emerald Green gown by Mark Zunino for last year's Spring Issue of Beverly Hills LifeStyle magazine.  The jewel tone color compliments many different skin tones, as you can see in the photo above. Emerald Green is only going to get heavier as the season progress and is going to be a hot color this fall!

Be sure to amp up your closet with some green goodies and be the envy of your friends!

Have a great day!
xoxo

THROWBACK THURSDAY: THE HALTER DRESS

Here is a great throwback we did in 2006 for Calabasas Magazine, featuring Parminder Nagra wearing a gold halter neck. We all know that 2006 seems like decades ago, but the same trends that happen 6 years ago still get the same recognition today, for example halter necks. Halter necks are still around today because they look flattering on any figure. They put a sexy twist on showing off your shoulders, and back. So don't throw out that halter neck in your closet because they are here to stay!

xoxo,
A

THROWBACK THURSDAY: NEON'S BACK AND BRIGHTER THAN EVER!

Neon is here to stay! We are throwing it back to 2009 when Toni Ferrara did her first photo shoot for Beverly Hills LifeStyle Magazine.  Neon has been infiltrating the color palette for over the past three years.  Throughout that time Neon colors have grown drastically louder and brighter.  Step out of the box and go for the ultra trendy color block look by pairing multiple neon colors together. Have fun with this trend, play it up and take risks!

Have a great day!!