Fashion Musings | Editorial: Devon Windsor For Numero #151

Remember the elegant, modern gypsy from Delpozo and the Thumbelina-like fairies of Georges Hobeika from earlier this spring? There's never a shortage of mystic and magic around here and today, Billy Kidd brings Devon Windsor to life as a Nymphe for Numèro's March 2014 edition (#151). This charming shoot is ethereal and dreamy, in Balmain, Miu Miu, Dolce & Gabbana and Balenciaga and who wouldn't want to be a nymph as well? Photos: Cool Chic Style Fashion | Inspiration By Color

Eternally,
Rosie

Fashion Musings | From the Runway: Delpozo S/S 2014

First thoughts when thinking of gypsies include fluorescent-colored fabrics, millions of gold bangles and going barefoot, but after being inspired by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot's Gypsy with a Tambourine painting and glass cathedral windows, Josep Font's spring collection reveals perhaps another kind of gypsy, in the form of sheer draping, delicate pleating, effortlessly crafted sweetheart necklines, voluminous skirts and suddenly swept off my feet by such an elegant and ladylike take on la bohème.



Can't quite get enough of the drama and the romance and the oozing easiness that moves in each piece. Another thing to love about this collection (as if there aren't enough reasons) - various options for the feminine and also for the tomboy - have been known to switch between the two like day and night! The sexiest sheer button down, carefully crafted high-waisted shorts and perfectly knit sweaters...so much to adore.





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Fashion Musings | From the Runway: Georges Hobeika S/S 2014

Had a habit of re-watching all favorite cartoon movies over and over again in younger years. Next to The Swan Princess, Thumbelina was a top favorite. There is something about Georges Hobeika's couture line this spring/summer that takes me back to Thumbelina...the possibility of fairies existing and wearing baby dolls with what seems like vines and leaves running down the fabric, the beauty of dreamy, light colors twinkling in cropped tops embellished with a thousand tiny pearls, and sheer elegant gowns...it could be true that even mythical creatures like fairies inspire us in our every day dreams.





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Fashion Musings | Editorial: Zoe Saldana for The Edit

Laser-cut lace, large white leather tote bags, crop tops and knitted camisoles in an abundance of ladylike white...Zoe Saldana's appearance in The Edit for NET-A-PORTER very much reminds me of a recent closet editing just prior to moving this April.



Tucking away all the heavy, knitted grey sweaters and wool coats in exchange for delicately appropriate whites and lace detailed blouses and of course, anything floral patterned, and all this spring cleaning signals days ahead full of cool, floral-laden air and romance blooming...



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Visual Vignette: Perfectly Peachy

After falling into what seemed like an extended lull from all the celebrations, am slowly getting back into the routine of things, from writing many, many cards officially in the mail today, to dressing in his & hers & heels at the office - it's time to get back to the reality of packing for an upcoming move, cleaning a purposely messy apartment and a new weekend, soon, dedicated to to-do lists and more birthday and anniversary planning for M and I.

Though busy, have been taking the time to stop and smell the beautiful roses, as seen above from my parents, that sit in my living room, bathing in the sunlight creeping through the patio windows. The bright hue of coral these roses evoke takes me back to a surprise birthday party, which my dear sister had planned and bought a dress in the shade of coral for me to wear, and also reminds me of my love for such a color...in lipstick, in blush, in pretty dresses and suddenly everything just seems perfectly peachy as spring is now officially here.




Photos: One (iPhone & Instagram photography by Rosie) | Two | Three | Four

Eternally,
Rosie

Style Musings | Shoes: A Positively Strappy Situation

Going back to Saint Laurent's Spring 2009 runway, where femininity met its crossroads between simplicity and audacity, cage and strappy heels have resurfaced into my wardrobe, not as a choice for a night-time outfit, but now as a cleverly edgy foundation for day-time wear.



Have recently realized that my mother is drawn to shoes with intricate straps and I, too, am on board, ever since taking these home on a well deserved whim one day at the shops.


No need to be afraid of how bold these are - the trick is to put them on first (maybe lingerie first, then shoes), then add on around them. Go chic in chambray and sexy skinny jeans, or add a feminine blouse to your favorite masculine jeans...one can only be positively daring and be only in a positively strappy situation with such shoes!


Rebecca Minkoff 'Moss' booties | Joie 'Cartel' top | Valentino bow-detail lace top | Loeffler Randall 'Agenda' bag | Marine Contessa necklace

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Style Musings | Lookbook: Katie Ermilio S/S 2014

Not a fan of flatform shoes, for at first look it's a little too tomboyish for my preference, but Katie Ermilio's Spring 2014 collection just might make me a convert! The pairing of flatforms with a loose dress that has a pleated skirt trim, and even with a collarless coat with rabbit fur in the front - it's such an innovative way to tone down my most favorite feminine elements in pastel!

Pieces from this collection have recently been worn by Krysten Ritter, at an art exhibition in Santa Ana, not too far from where I reside, looking as dashing and delicate as ever, and also Kate Bosworth, in the coolest, simplest of ways.

Each piece just makes me want to say hello to the weekend as I'm out and about for brunch, in downtown and out with my darlings. And since today is Friday and I consider Friday the beginning of a weekend...hello weekend!

Photos: Katie Ermilio

Eternally,

Rosie

Style Musings | Street Style: A Hint of Spring

Though here in southern California there's never a shortness of sun, it's still possible for one, such as myself, to be ever so anxious for the arrival of Spring, where soft dresses, an abundance of floral print and embellishments, and pastel is more than appropriate for days walking around downtown. While craving for the sign of a new season, this mix of Valentino Rockstud Slingback Sandals in a neon yellow, along with the prettiest full length dress covered in flowers, will be hanging on the inspiration wall until the time is just right.




Images: Vanessa Jackman

Eternally,
Rosie