Jen's hair

Of course, the big buzz today is Jennifer Aniston's hair. IT IS AMAZING!!!!! I just saw it and had to include it on my blog.

This new do makes Jen look so much more sophisticated that it isn't even funny. This hair is so hot!

After looking at it for about a split second, I decided that this would also look amazing on my sister, Wonder Woman. I haven't seen her in awhile but I'm assuming that she still has hair to her waist. Anyhow, this hair would look amazing on Wonder Woman because it's sophisticated, it draws the eye up (which in turn makes you seem taller & thinner), it's classic yet still H - O - T and it doesn't require a commitment to short hair since it's still a mid-length.

Now onto a new outfit for Jen to go with her new hair . . .

















This outfit is edgy with a touch of class. The dress is another Patricia Field and the shoes are Manolo Blahniks. I would not put Jen in the gloves because that would be over-the-top edgy for her. Instead, I would simply pair this outfit with a knuckle-dusting black diamond ring set in blackened gold. Very chic and simple.

This Patricia Field dress would be another option, except in black . . .



I would keep all of Jen's accessories the same. She has gorgeous legs (she is a jogger - in sand, no less) and this outfit would show them off. It would also take her look to the next level.

WAY TO GO, JEN AND CHRIS MCMILLAN!

An outfit for Carrie Bradshaw

I could totally see Carrie Bradshaw wearing this jumpsuit by Gracia . . .

with these purple suede pumps by Charles Jourdan.

And, of course, who can forget the gorgeous black diamond ring that Mr. Big gave her at the end of SATC2?!?!?!

In addition, she would wear her ginormous gold "Carrie" earrings, a necklace with red cherries and carry a lime green or bubble gum pink clutch. (Note: Carrie Bradshaw doesn't always "match" but she always makes it work)

I could see Carrie wearing this out to a nice romantic dinner with Mr. Big or a girls night out with Miranda, Charlotte and Samantha. This outfit is comfy but completely fabulous!

The ultimate . . . Harrod's

One of my favorite things to do is to go to the Harrod's website and drool over all the fashions. There are many things that I would never be caught dead in but there are many things that I absolutely love. Below is one of these items - a French Connection skirt.



This skirt has a slightly higher waistline which is very slimming and it also elongates the legs.

I would wear this with a silky black button-down blouse and simple black pumps to wear to the office. It could also be paired with a simple white button-down blouse, a red 1" patent leather belt with a bow (found that at Forever 21 for under $10) and gray mid-heel pumps.

This skirt would be another highly versatile item and well worth the investment.

Oo La La!

Here is yet another Patricia Field outfit. This would be a really great date outfit. But the dress is kind of multi-purpose. It could also be paired with a pair of little black flats, black wedge espadrilles or black flat sandals for a nice casual look. Or you could pair it with a simple black blazer, simple black pumps (no glitter) and a black multi-chain necklace and wear it to work - provided that your workplace is not too conservative.




I highly recommend investing in a multi-purpose dress such as this. It doesn't have to have a pattern or be fancy. A simple silhouette will work best and lay nicely under layering pieces. It will make packing easy and will give you many dressing options.

My recommendation for your health

My friend, Timbri, has 5 daughters. I stopped by to visit with all of them for a few minutes this afternoon. Three out of the 5 kids were sick as was one of the kids she was babysitting. It seems like they are ALWAYS sick.

So my recommendation is this - OLIVE LEAF EXTRACT. Olive leaf extract is an herbal antibiotic. I personally prefer the liquid versus the capsules. The liquid seems to be more effective. You should be able to stop at just about any health food store to find it.

I have used olive leaf extract for many years. I have found that during cold & flu season, it cuts the duration of my illnesses from the normal 10 days to about 4 days.

One word of caution . . . Make sure to use a reputable health food store with knowledgeable staff. The adult dose for the one that I use is 20 drops. You will want to consult with the staff about using it in children.

The Audrey t-shirt

I frequently go to the Audrey Hepburn website (www.audreyhepburn.com). There is a "store" on the website where you can buy various items and all the proceeds go to her charity.

This Audrey t-shirt is one of the items that I have purchased. Every time I wear it (no, this isn't me in the pic), most everyone immediately recognizes her eyes.

So I was just wondering - why did Stevie Nicks go with "Bette Davis eyes" instead of "Audrey Hepburn eyes"?

My friend's hair

I have a girlfriend, whom I will refer to as Thumbellina. Thumbellina has really thick, long hair. She recently went to a dark chocolate color, which looks totally hot on her.

I was looking at a magazine, when I ran across a picture of Salma Hayek. All I could think was how hot Salma's hair would look on Thumbellina. It's time for an update, Girlfriend!

Another Patricia Field outfit

I absolutely fell in love with these items when I saw them. The skirt is so much fun and is very feminine. I love the shoes because they give the skirt a little bit of an edge. (Yes, the heels are actually a pair of brass knuckles - what an interesting detail for a shoe!)

If I were going to wear these, I would pair them with a standard white button-down, some black patterned tights and a onyx and silver chunky necklace. If I wanted to be a little fancier, I would replace the white button-down with a silky black button-down blouse, replace the patterned tights with sheer black hose and carry a small brightly-colored clutch.

If I were going to put these on Lady Gaga, I would pair them with a white lace long-sleeved turtleneck, white lace gloves, white lace tights and a white wide-rimmed Kentucky Derby-style hat.

If I were going to put these on Diane Keaton, I would pair them with a standard white button-down (buttoned all the way to the neck), an onyx and silver brooch with chain details at the neck, white opaque tights with black polka-dots and a pair of white gloves with a black bow at the wrist.

If I were going to put these on Sarah Jessica Parker, I would pair them with a simple white tanktop, black leather fingerless half-gloves and I would pile on the pearl necklaces - all different lengths but all white.

If I were going to put these on Rihanna, I would pair them with a black corset and a black jet beaded bib necklace that covered her neck and cascaded onto the upper chest. Bare legs, of course.

But if I were going to put these on a young lady for the prom, I would pair them with a simple white crew-neck t-shirt with cap sleeves, white lacy tights (but not too lacy), a big pearl necklace or choker with sparkly details, a faux-fur 3/4 sleeve bolero jacket probably in black or leopard print and a pair of hot pink or red or purple opera length gloves. I would probably also include a pearl bracelet that matches the necklace or choker over the gloves.

These items are so versatile, yet still fun, at any age!

I covet this bag

I want this Audreybag so bad. Unfortunately, it is way out of my budget. It goes for $725. I know the money goes to a good cause but who has that kind of money, even for charity?!



There are several other designs and images offered for the Audreybag. This just happened to be my favorite out of all of them.

But there are some options that they need to consider adding. First, pink trim should be one of the color options. In most of her movies, you notice that she wore alot of black, white and pink.

The second set of options that need to be available is different images from some of her more famous movies. For instance, just about any image from "Breakfast at Tiffany's", images from the dance sequence from "Funny Face" or even Audrey in her white hat & sunglasses from "How to Steal a Million".

The last set of options that I would add would be rhinestone or pearl trim. Since (in my opinion) her most famous movie is "Breakfast at Tiffany's", jewelry-related trim should be available. The pearl trim should be an option because she felt, in the movie, that diamonds would be too tacky on her.

If Sean Ferrer is actually reading this, feel free to use my ideas!

Another pair

Just wanted to throw out another picture of some of the crazy yet fabulous shoes from the Patricia Field website. I looked at these and all I could think about is how I would never be able to wear them anywhere because I'd be too afraid of losing some of the beads and things.

These shoes would NOT be safe to wear around small children - that's for sure! Two words - CHOKING HAZARD.

I am in soooooooo much trouble ! ! !

I have just returned from the Grand Opening of a new little vintage boutique called Hodge Podge and I am in soooooooo much trouble. I walked out of there, having only spent $40. on 3 items but I had alot more than that in my arms before I put some things back. I purchased an 18kt white gold diamond & ruby cocktail ring for $5, a pair of red patent flats w/buckles for $15 and a gorgeous pink & red flowered ruffly blouse for $20. They will be featured on my blog at a later date.

One thing that I love about vintage shopping is that everything you buy is going to be unique. I love items that express one's individuality.

Another thing that I love about vintage shopping is that alot of the items you buy are sized for "real" women instead of stick figures. Just an interesting little aside . . . Marilyn Monroe wore a size 14 and she was considered to be one of the sexiest, most desireable women who ever lived.

One more thing that I love about vintage shopping is the prices. Vintage clothing is usually very good quality (the items were made when things were made to last) and reasonably priced.

When you are going vintage shopping, make sure that you allow yourself enough time to check the items over thoroughly and to be patient on your hunt.

Shoes with mirrors

Did anyone else out there go to school with idiotic boys who would buy small mirrors and attach them to the toes of their shoes so that they could look up the girls' skirts? Anyone? No? Just me? Okay, then. Moving on . . .

These shoes are from the Patricia Field website. I just couldn't resist including them on my blog. They reminded me of those idiotic boys at school.

On the upside, they would come in rather handy when you needed a small mirror to reapply your lipstick/gloss after dinner. On the downside, where would you take them for repairs - a glass shop???

I would have to say that I would only wear these shoes with some sort of pant or legging. I wouldn't want to do any idiotic boys any favors!

If I could pick a stylist, it would be . . .

PATRICIA FIELD ! ! !
(Patricia Field is on the right in this picture, obviously)

Patricia Field is the costume designer for such movies as "Sex & the City", "Sex & the City 2", "The Devil Wears Prada" and "Confessions of a Shopaholic". She is also the costume designer for such television shows as "Ugly Betty" and "Sex & the City" (the series).

When it comes to movies and television shows that have amazing style, all of the above are at the top of my list.

But Patricia Field also has her own designs. I just went to her website and checked it out. Some of her designs are way over the top but some things just have that extra something. (I LOVE clothing and accessories that have some sort of special detail that make them unique.)


This is just a little something that I threw together for my other older sister, La Hairdresser, from the Patricia Field website. I think she would look so amazing in this outfit.

The black diamond earrings elongate the neck. The one-shoulder jumpsuit is modern yet still sexy and sophisticated. The hot pink glittery pumps add just a pop of color. I think this would be a great date outfit for a smoky, sexy jazz club.

Stay tuned for other outfits that I have come up with, using Patricia Field designs!