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Shades of blue inspiration | spring summer 2019 couture

 in General Fashion  tagged balmain / chanel / couture / spring 2019 / summer 2019 / valentino by
Ellie Saab spring/summer 2019 couture
credit: IMAXtree.com

If you have been following along for quite some time, you may have noticed that blue is my favorite color. Anytime I see blue on the runway, or in the color report for any given season, I go crazy! Crazy in a good way! I just love blue!

So, when I spotted so many beautiful shades of blue on the spring/summer 2019 couture runways, I was in heaven! Shades of blue are my favorite hues! I love every shade of blue imaginable. So, without further ado, let’s take a look at a few shades of blue, and a couple touches of pale green, from the spring/summer 2019 couture runways!

  • Balmain
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  • Ralph Russo
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  • Giambattista Valli
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  • Gyunel
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  • Chanel
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  • Chanel
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  • Ronald van der Kemp
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  • Valentino
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I’m so inspired by all these shades of blue from the spring/summer 2019 couture runways! Which color group inspires you?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

  • Zuhair Murad
    credit: IMAXtree.com
  • Zuhair Murad
    credit: IMAXtree.com

Day to night outfit idea for summer into fall

 in Bay Area Fashion / General Fashion  tagged chloe / day into evening / fall 2017 / outfits / summer 2017 / valentino by

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day to night outfit idea: white and silver dangle earrings / Chanel lipstick / black one shoulder ruffle top (only $44!!)  / YSL fall nail polish / Chloe handbag / black and silver watch / black and silver striped palazzo pants / slate blue pumps (color sold out, avl in black, silver, pewter or light blue with 1″ heel))

Oh the humidity! We have been “enjoying” weather in the nineties over the past few days, and yesterday, the humidity was mid-west level. I had to stop and look around, just to make sure I was home and not on vacation in the middle of the country! I’m so glad I had this day to night outfit idea to wear now; which is perfect for transitioning from summer into fall.

These palazzo pants are under $20, and they are SO COMFORTABLE! They flow like a skirt, but offer the comfort of pants. Love that! They were perfect for meeting my friend Dawn for lunch at Santana Row, and also for going out to dinner with my husband later that night. Perfect day to night outfit idea for a hot summer night!

Quick shout-out for Sino at Santana Row; it is where Dawn and I enjoyed lunch. If you are local to the Bay Area, be sure to check out their dim sum. It is so good! I have eaten there multiple times, and every time I go the food is absolutely delicious. Love!

Now that I have YSL’s Studio 54 themed nail polish collection for fall, I felt inspired to add some sparkle to a day to night outfit which was lightweight enough to wear now, and well into the fall season. I just love the sparkling silver stripes on these palazzo pants, they are so festive and fun!

These pants also look chic with a slouchy tee and mules for a more casual, urban-relaxed look. I look forward to wearing them for the rest of the summer season; and well into the fall season!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

*photo credit: Dawn/Fashion Should Be Fun

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Ballet Flats for summer 2017

 in Shoes / Trends  tagged flats / summer 2017 / valentino by

valentino rockstuds ballet flats

pictured: Valentino Rockstud ballet flats in black (similar pair under $100 here)

Ballet flats are back! This classic shoe style is gearing up for some time in the spotlight this summer as designers give traditional ballet flats edgy touches.

The modern ballet flat, which is what is hot for summer, offers small touches such as studs, criss-cross straps, and laces; which veer slightly from the straps and laces found on real ballet shoes worn by ballerinas.

ballet flats summer 2017 shoe trends

from top left: silver ballet flats (under $100!) / black lace up ballet flats / black premier designer ballet flats / pink ballet flats (available in several colors!)

Ballet flats are so much fun to wear this summer. They offer a feminine vibe which is understated and comfortable. The sleek, no-nonsense designs offers a chic look, and lightweight feel, for tired summer feet. These are the softest shoe style out there!

I love wearing ballet flats after a day in heels, or if I just want to be comfortable. They look great with maxi skirts, midi skirts, and paired with shorts and a cute top. Ballet flats are also a great alternative to sandals on hot days when we forget to touch up our pedicure. haha, love that!

Another way I like to wear my ballet flats is with straight jeans, a tee, and a statement handbag. They are the ultimate chic yet understated shoe. Love!

Are you are fan of ballet flats? Do you plan to wear this emerging trend?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy