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Get The Look: Jamie King

11/21/2011

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At the GQ Man of The Year Awards, Jamie King looked gorgeous. This inspired me to create a new Get The Look post!

Jamie is wearing a retro style party dress, which is perfect for upcoming holiday season. This A-Line shaped dress is a great style for EVERY body type; because of this it is my personal favorite style dress for the holiday season.

With this retro style dress, I recommend keeping the hair simple. You can do a sleek down ‘do, like Jamie did, or a french twist. Keep the accessories to a minimum. I recommend a good strong earring and a clutch. Finish off the look with a pair of black heels- either peep toes or t-straps to keep with the retro feel. For a more edgy look go with a bootie or platform shoe.

Take a peek at my Get The Look style sheet, (see below) for how you can get Jamie’s style. Everything on the style sheet can be purchased online at Mod Cloth.

Get The Look- Jamie King

 

Cocktail party dress (Black is the New Black Favorite!)
$198 - modcloth.com

Bb dakota dress
$97 - modcloth.com

Cocktail party dress
$90 - modcloth.com

Polka dot dress
$70 - modcloth.com

50 Dresses 50s dress
$108 - modcloth.com

Ruffle dress
$185 - modcloth.com

Vintage pumps
$43 - modcloth.com

Stiletto high heels
$35 - modcloth.com

Heeled sandals
$35 - modcloth.com

High heel pumps
$30 - modcloth.com

Black pumps
$50 - modcloth.com

Shoulder handbag
$70 - modcloth.com

Vintage handbag
$48 - modcloth.com

Chain clutch
$40 - modcloth.com

Onyx earrings
$18 - modcloth.com

Metal earrings
$13 - modcloth.com

Post earrings (Black is the New Black Favorite!)
$30 - modcloth.com

Teardrop earrings
$15 - modcloth.com

Trend Alert: Navajo Print

11/21/2011

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I’ve been seeing Navajo (or Jacquard as some call it) print everywhere these days, and I seem to be drawn to it! Its a classic print like leopard or houndstooth so you don’t have to worry about it going out of fashion fast. Below is a style sheet of some inspiration for you! It also includes some home decor pieces too. Enjoy!

Navajo Inspiration


Sleeveless dress
$363 - asos.com

Vero Moda floral skirt
$75 - asos.com

Vero moda
$79 - asos.com

Handbag
$48 - pendleton-usa.com

Finn Rocker
$1,698 - anthropologie.com

A Trip to Joe Fresh

11/20/2011

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Have you stepped into Joe Fresh or Superstore lately? I just went there a few days ago and found I was confronted with a tough decision- what coat to get? They had so many great choices and all under $100. Take a look at a few of my personal favorites, and scroll down to find which one I picked.

Hooded Parka, $99

Peacoat, $99

Plaid Coat, $89 (This is the one I bought!)

City Puffer, $99

Faux Shearling Aviator, $69

Gold-Zip Puffer, $99

Are you going to make the trip to Joe Fresh? Which of these is your favorite?

Get the Look: Lea Michele in Allure Magazine

11/15/2011

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Doing her best to channel the sexy ladies of the 1960′s, Glee star Lea Michele is owning the cover of Allure! She looks absolutely stunning! Dare I say, the best we’ve ever seen her?

Do you love Lea’s look? Want to create it at home yourself? Here are a few tips:

-Fill in your brows, no sexy eye is complete without a nice thick brow

-Find a good waterproof liquid or cream liner. Something that has a small pointed brush. Start your liner at the middle of the eyelid, go until just about the end of the lid, then open you eyes and use the angle of your lower lid as to were to finish the cat eye. Then go back and finish the line towards the tear duct. To find the best angle for that cat eye, take the wand of your brush and hold it diagonally against your lower lash line to meet with the outer edge of your brow. Check out a great tutorial here.

-Go for a nude lip. With such dramatic eyes, a nude lip is best.

-Curl large sections of your hair with a small barrel curling iron, do a light hairspray, then comb it out with a natural bristle brush. To avoid an overly fizzy style, finish off the look with some shine serum or mist.

This should finish off your look, so you too can be the next Sophia Loren!

Kate Bosworth Wearing Proenza Schouler at the CFDA Fashion Fund Party

10/21/2011

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Kate Bosworth made an appearance at the CFDA Fashion Fund party and looks stunning. The Straw Dogs star attend the event with her director boyfriend, Michael Polish. Kate is wearing a skirt and top from Proenza Schouler’s Spring 2012 collection. Head to toe she looks killer; from her hair, to her make up and shoes this creates an amazing outfit! This is somewhat of a fashion forward choice that we at Black Is The New Black LOVE…what do you think of this look?

Yves Saint Laurent Spring 2012 RTW SHOES!

10/05/2011

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Yves Saint Laurent debuted their spring Ready To Wear line at Pairs Fashion week to great reviews. Head designer Stefano Pilati created classic French designs that are already becoming the object of many women’s desires!

When I was looking through the photos from the runway I couldn’t help but see something I desired…shoes! Looks like the cap-toe shoe trend is heading into spring, and we are seeing a more sturdy heel. I’m sure we are going to see everyone rocking their favorite pairs very soon!

 

 

My personal favorite are the pink heeled oxfords! Which are your favorite YSL shoes?

My favorite Fall 2011 Fashion Line

10/02/2011

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Dolce & Gabbana win my vote for his season! LOVE everything about their Fall 2011 line. Usually I’m not their biggest fan but this season I am loving the mix of menswear inspired suiting with feminine animal and star prints. Their is so many pieces that I’d die to have in my wardrobe…if only…

Take a look at the full fashion show here:

Here is a quick look at some of my style inspirations behind the Dolce & Gabbana line:

Dolce & Gabbana Inspiration

Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 2012

10/02/2011

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One of my all time favorite designers, Jean Paul Gaultier, just debuted his Spring 2012 line at Paris Fashion week. I love how Gaultier takes classic French styling but ads an edge. Models in this show were given tattoo’s, nose rings and some even wore flats! Take a quick look at Vogue.com’s overview of the show:

Here is a behind the scene’s look at all the details and the styling from the model’s point of view:

How cute is the hair? Love it!

A Look At: Demi Moore

09/30/2011

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Always classic, elegant and ageless, we take a look back at Demi Moore’s best looks throughout the past few years:

What’s In My Purse?

09/23/2011

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I’ve seen a few pictures online of people revealing what is inside their purse or pockets, so I thought I would be vulnerable and show the deep dark corners of my purse!

Most of my purse contents are self-explanatory but there are a few things I’d like to mention:

Band-Aid’s are a must have in my purse. I like to wear cute shoes, which doesn’t always equal comfort, so Band-Aid’s are a life saver!

Sephora Blotting Papers are amazing. Shiny nose no more!

Two of my favorite drug store brand lip glosses, Rimmel and L’Oréal Paris are staples in my purse. I feel naked without lip gloss on! And my secret tip: L’Oréal’s Color Juice is just like Lancômbe Jucy Tubes, but only $9!

A comb is critical for any lady with bangs, it helps them from looking greasy and separating. Plus, you never know when you’re gonna need a last-minute touch up!

So what is hiding in the deep dark corners of your purse? Would you be brave enough to show us?

Fall Color Trend: Dark Teal

09/23/2011

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The best thing about dark teal is that ANY skin tone can wear it. Its probably one of the most universally flattering colors. Wearing dark teal eyeshadow or liner also is very flattering on brown eyes. Pair dark teal with black, gray, cream, and purples for a fun fall look!

 


 

 

Fall Color Trend: Mustard

09/22/2011

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Some might call it yellow, some say marigold but I call it mustard. This is one of my all time favorite colors; I love how it brings a pop of life to any fall outfit! If you aren’t bold enough to wear it all over, try adding mustard with your accessories. This color looks great paired with gray, black, blues, burgundy and browns.

Fall Color Trend: Oxblood

09/22/2011

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Oxblood? What’s that?! It is a beautiful shade of burgundy-ish, red-ish, wine color. One of my new favorites! It pairs really well with gray, mustard, orange, and navy. If you have a warm skin tone go for more of a burnt red shade, and if you have a cool skin tone look for more of a purple shade. Take a look at these pics from some styling ideas:

Pinterest

09/19/2011

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I have a favorite new site and I am totally addicted to it. It’s called Pinterest.

Its just an inspiring site where people can “pin” cute/interesting/cool things they come across online. The basic concept is: you can create “boards” with themes and “pin” photos to each of them; the “pin” is then linked backed to the original website for further information. Pinning just means you are taking a quick snap shot of an image. Its awesome, and very addictive! Plus its a great place to store your bookmarks- rather then bookmarking everything!

If you are already on Pinterest.com then you can follow me at: http://pinterest.com/rachelekehler/ Or feel free to just check out what I’ve pinned so far! Its so much fun!

10 Best Dressed Ladies Of The 2011 Oscar’s

02/28/2011

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The Oscar red carpet was a little bit of  a let down this year. Nothing really WOWED me. Everyone looks pretty and nice, but overall it seemed like simple won over on the red carpet. Here are 10 of my favorite looks of the night.

Trend 1: RED. Everyone who chose that color could do no wrong in my eyes.

Anne Hathaway won my vote for the best red dress. She looked stunning in this Valentino number. Fit her like a glove…I think her best dress of the entire night was this one on the red carpet.

Sandra Bullock looked sleek, simple and stunning!

Jennifer Hudson looked absolutely amazing! What a way to show off that new figure she has. Georgous!

Jennifer Lawrence from Winter’s Bone looks super classic and chic in this Calvin Klein dress. A little like a Baywatch babe- but stunning none-the-less.

Trend 2 – NEUTRALS. This personally was my favorite trend on the red carpet. It is a great timeless look.

Halle Berry was my favorite by a long shot. She looked angelic in this Marchesa gown.

This long sleek sheath looked great on Celine Dion’s statuesque figure. Didn’t she just have twins a few months ago? Wow.

Hailee Steinfeld from True Grit looked too adorable in her gown! This 14 year old did it right! She dressed her age yet managed to look elegant for the red carpet.

Mandy Moore looked great in this Monique Lhuillier dress. I love how you dont konw where the sequins begin and end.

Trend 3- PURPLE. Both dresses were flowy and both were worn by the lovely ladies of Black Swan.

Pregnant Natalie Portman was absolutly glowing in this Rodarte gown. The color was amazing on her and the neckline beautifully framed her face.

Mila Kunis just bareley made my list. I love the way this Elie Saab dress fits and I love the style but I’m not a super big fan of the color on her. Overall its still a win for Mila.

Who were some of your favorites of the night?

Worst Dressed At The 2011 Oscar’s

02/28/2011

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Unfortunately this was a much easier list to compile. Some interesting choices by some Best Dressed List regulars which came as quite a surprise. Here is who made the worst dressed list:

Yes, I am surprised as you that Nicole Kidman made this list, she usually looks stunning, but this Dior Couture number looked awkward and ill fitting. On a brighter note- her make up looked great and her hubby,Keith Urban looked handsome!

Another big shocker- Reese Witherspoon! She is normally adorable but this just looks like a dated 90′s look that her character in Legally Blond would wear. What is with that hairpiece?!

Best Supporting Actress winner, Melissa Leo decided to show up in a shiny doily. Not the most flattering fabric or shape. Absolutely LOVED her acceptance speech though!

It pains me to put Cate Blanchett on this list because normally she can do no wrong in my eyes. She always takes a bolder choice, but this one just didn’t work for me. I just don’t get it at all.

And the worst of the worst goes to:

Oh boy, Marisa Tomei in this dress just was a big NO. She is normally such a babe! Did you see her last year? What happened?! This dress just looks like a cheap home-made prom dress. Not a fan of the greasy parted hair either. Wonder what her stylist was thinking?