Designer Spotlight: Richard Ruiz

Looking for girly, feminine, fun, flirty frocks and tops? Look no further, Richard Ruiz is the designer for you!!! The San Francisco native studied in New York and Paris at the Parsons School of Design. His designs are highly influenced by Japanese inspired prints that include butterflies, dragons, and kimono sleeves. His collection debuted in Fall 2006 and he has been making waves ever since with celebrity clientele, including Lauren Conrad and Lauryn Hill. Ruiz's designs have been featured in such publications as Women's Wear Daily, Lucky Magazine, and Cosmo Girl. You can find his elegant, but fun designs online at http://www.revolveclothing.com/ or http://www.activeendeavors.com/ Also check out his Fall 2008 collection at http://www.richardruiznyc.com/

He is definitely keeping fashion airy and light!!!!

Live long and Dress Well!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And Adam was created!!!!!!!!!

What's hot????????? The Adam by Dolce Vita!!! Part sandal, part bootie, all fabulous!!!!!!! It's a must have for the end of summer and going into fall!!!! It comes in staple colors like black, chocolate brown, and metallic gold(my fav). And are perfect with a pair of boyfriend jeans, rolled at the cuff(soon to blog) or with your favorite mini dress, or with a cute LBD!!!! The looks are unlimited!!!!

You can find them online at http://www.dolcevitashoes.com/ or http://www.cusp.com/ Dolce Vita has them priced at $119 and Cusp has them for $138(in grey only).

Who knew Adam could be sooo Hot!!!!!!!!!!

Live Long and Shop Well!!!!!!!

Ruffle Your Feathers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

As summer comes to a close, it's time to start thinking transition...With that said, a must have for your fall wardrobe is something with a ruffle detail. Whether it be a blouse, skirt, or dress. Ruffles are definitely a hot commodity this fall. The details are feminine, with a hint of edge! And they are coming in such an array of colors and styles, which makes for a perfect piece to take you right into September!!!! Check out the styles here that I found at Shopbop.com and Anthropologie.com. Shopbop actually has a lot of their ruffled styles on SALE right now, as we speak!!!! So, go ahead and do something fabulous for your wardrobe!!!! Add a little ruffle!!!!

my fav: anthro $68

Live long and Shop Well!!!!!!!!!!!!

My Wish List!!!! A Girl's Right to Dream...

I'm craving Gucci today!!!! At the top of my list... The Tapestry Hobo bag from the Hysteria Collection!!!! The bag is gorgeous and so artistically done! In addition to the ethnic inspired, tapestry design, the bag also comes in 6 other styles including Python!!! Wowsers!!!! At $1295, the bag is a small fortune and it will probably forever remain on my "Wish List", but take note...Tapestry is definitely going to be hot for Fall '08!!!!!

Be inspired!

Live Long and Shop Well!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Another Quickie!!!!!!!!!!!!

How could I not remind all my fashionista's and fashionisto's about the 5th season of Project Runway, back on the Bravo network(it never really left, thank goodness)! One of my favorite reality t.v. obsessions is back and packed with all new designers, drama, and fashionable duds(that's clothing). I cant wait to see what's in store!!!! They are sure to "Make it Work" Check out the contestants and their bio's here: http://www.bravotv.com/Project_Runway/season/5/countdown/index.php

The series premiere starts today at 9pm on Bravo!!!!!

Live long and Shop Well!!!!!!!!!!!

Quickie!!! Elegant Dresses and a Sale!!!!

Hop on in to Nordstrom for a hot dress or for a hot sale!!!! The annual Anniversary Sale is almost here!!!! Check out a preview at http://www.nordstrom.com/ It's what you have been waiting all summer long for...Get some great deals on end of the summer outfits or start stocking up for fall!!!! The sale begins this Friday!!!!! Get ready, set, Go!!!!!!

Live Long and Shop Well!!!!!!!!!

Pump It, Hottie!!!!!!!

First it was the quest for the perfect LBD. Now its all about the perfect pair of black pumps! Black pumps are a staple for any fashionable or not-so-fashionable, but aspiring to be, woman on the go!!!! Black pumps can seal the deal on any outfit, from jeans to a classic suit! Go traditional with a 3 inch heel or take it up a notch and go for a 4 inch stiletto! They make the skinniest of legs look absolutely hot!!!! So, turn up your hottie status and do it in a Pump!!!!!

Styles seen here can be found at NineWest.com, Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Neiman Marcus. Just search for pumps!

my fav: Miss Sixty @ nordstrom.com

Live Long and Shop Well!!!!!!!!!!!

Oooh...Target has done it again!!!!

The Target merger's just keep getting better! This month Target will be featuring the fabulous stylings of Botkier!!! These fine, leather handbags can be spotted in the hands of celebrities and fashionistas all around! Now you too can sport one, at a fraction of the cost! The limited edition of metallic and leather handbags and clutches by designer Monica Botkier will be available starting July 20-September 19. Prices will range from $20-$50!!! What a steal, when the original bags cost up to $700!!! Need I say more?? Mark your calendars and get ready for a fab arm accessory!!! Happy Birthday to Me!!!!!!

Live Long and Shop Well!!!!!!!!!!!

Lace it Up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What's hot in dresses you ask?? Lace!!!! Lace is the next thing to watch in dresses and summer fashion trends!!!!! Lace dresses are fabulous for evening dress-up outings or for a fun, flirty look at a wedding, night out with the girls. You can find this trend in all lengths, silhouettes and colors; you aren't just confined to black, although one can never go wrong with black! Pull out your sexy pumps and you are set!!! Get your red carpet glam on! Here are some looks to get you started. They can be found at Anthropologie, Nordstrom, and Revolve Clothing!!!!

Best Buy: $25 Forever21

Live Long and Dress Well!!!!!!!!!