spring 2016

Dolce & Gabbana Bonbon nail polish spring 2016

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dolce & gabbana bonbon nail polish review and swatch for spring 2016

Nail Polish c/o Dolce & Gabbana Bonbon nail polish for spring 2016 from the Rosa Look beauty collection

Dolce & Gabbana Bonbon nail polish is a beautiful pink nail lacquer from the designing duo’s spring 2016 makeup collection, Rosa Look 2016. This fabulous beauty collection for spring offers various shades of pink, and rose, lipsticks, eye shadows, and nail colors; with complementing hues in black and white. Bonbon is my favorite nail hue from the collection.

Bonbon by Dolce & Gabbana for spring 2016 is a fabulous, vivid pink, cream nail polish which plays well with both pastels, and brights. Although it is in the soft pink family, Dolce & Gabbana Bonbon nail polish for spring 2016 offers vivid color saturation; and enough brightness to never be overshadowed by a sunny spring day! Love that!

I tested Dolce & Gabbana Bonbon nail polish with one base coat, two coats of color, and one top coat. The polish lasted a full week before my nails grew, and it needed to come off. I love this color so much, and the fact that it is long lasting; so I have decided to wear it during New York Fashion Week! You will definitely see this on my nails over the course of the week.

Dolce & Gabbana Bonbon nail polish from the Rosa Look 2016 collection is also a fabulous color to keep on hand as a nail polish wardrobe staple. The brightness of the pink gives it enough sass to not fall into the soft pink “too springy” category. This color can easily be worn all year round; in any season. It is a great pink to own if you tend to shy away from pastels, but want to get in on the current pink nail polish trend. It’s a grown up pink 😉

The Rosa Look 2016 Collection also offers a fuchsia nail polish hue named “Bacio” as well as a classic white nail polish, “Innocence,” and a timeless black color, “Lava.” Dolce & Gabbana’s spring 2016 nail polish colors can be found online here.

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Lace trench coat for spring

 in General Fashion  tagged express / nyfw outfits / outfits / spring 2016 / winter 2016 by

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Pictured: Sunglasses: Chanel / Earrings: Kendra Scott / Scarf: Banana Republic (old, similar here on sale!) / Lace Trench Coat: Express (spring coat styled for cold winter weather-great transitional piece!) / Sweater: Banana Republic / Handbag: Givenchy / Rings: Kendra Scott / Nail Polish: c/o Dolce & Gabbana Bonbon / Leggings: Lysse / Booties: Sam Edelman

When I spotted this lace trench coat at Express, I knew I had to have it! It is perfect to wear now, and into the spring season. Since I love this lace trench coat so much, I decided to wear it on day one of New York Fashion Week.

Since the weather in New York for fashion week was in the 20’s, I needed to style this spring trench coat for cold, winter temperatures. Since it is a long sleeve, trench coat, it was easy to layer over a sweater, and thick, warm leggings. I love how this lace trench coat can transition from winter into spring! It will look so cute in the spring over a skirt, or a black dress. It would also look amazing over a bright, solid color dress!

I started the day off by meeting my friend Rita at Samba Sushi for lunch. It is a Peruvian/Japanese fusion restaurant. I never thought those two flavors could mix; but they do! The food was fabulous. If you are in the SoHo area of New York, definitely check it out! You will love it!

Day one of New York Fashion Week was cold, but very exciting! I started the day off by attending one of my favorite shows; Marissa Webb. Her show was fabulous. I loved the texture, the fabrics, the coats, and especially the booties! Oh the booties are number one on my fall 2016 wish list!

After Marissa Webb, I attended A Detacher. This was a cutting edge collection with cozy knits, warm hats, and butterfly sleeves! I loved the collection, Watch for my write-up on the blog soon!

I finished out the day with Marcel Ostertag. I had a second row seat, but ended up getting bumped up to the front row! It was an amazing view. I love his coats, and how he works with sequins. His pieces have so much movement and dimension. Watch for my write-up on his collection soon too!

If you are looking for a great piece to take you from winter into spring, definitely check out this lace trench coat. It is perfect to wear now; and into the spring season!

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Studs on studs for spring

 in Bay Area Fashion / General Fashion  tagged banana republic / casual style / chloe / outfits / rocker chic / spring 2016 / winter 2016 by

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Pictured: Sunglasses: Chanel / Earrings: Stephen Dweck / Lipstick: Chanel Mighty / Top: Banana Republic / Cuff: Compass Rose Design / Leather wrap bracelet: Tory Burch / Jeans: COH (petite)/ Handbag: Chloe / Nail Polish: Chanel Sunrise Trip / Booties: Sam Edelman

There is something a little bit rock and roll about studs. When I spotted this top at Banana Republic with tiny little studs, I thought it would be fun to wear with my Chloe Inez bag; after all, who doesn’t love studs on studs for the spring season!

A few years ago, studs were all the rage. Then, they disappeared for a hot minute from the fashion scene. It appears no-one really wanted studs to go away! They have quietly been on the runways, and store shelves, ever since. Since I love me some rock and roll, it is only natural that I love studs!

This little pouchette from Chloe is a fun bag to wear casually, or for a night out on the town. I love it as an alternative to a clutch for dinner, or an evening show. With the strap adjusted as a single shoulder strap, the bag has a more casual feel. When I adjust the straps into a double shoulder strap, it has a dressier, evening feel. Love that!

I love how the handbag looks with this studded top. The studs on the bag are large, and vary in size. The studs on the top are small and evenly distributed. I feel like the two pieces compliment each other, and add a little dimension to a casual look. Of course, this top could be paired with leather legging or pants for a chic, evening look. Oh! New outfit idea!

The combination of studs on studs in this outfit makes me smile; and makes a few AC/DC songs roll through my head. What do you think of mixing studs this spring? Are you up for a little rock and roll in your wardrobe?