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The Spring/Summer 2012 {Polished} Trend Report

admin — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 17:08:55 +0000

Feminine. Bold. Sexy.

This is the look every {polished} woman should have for Spring/Summer 2012! Are you that woman? Do you want to be? Well, this season’s trends make it easy. Bright colors, tribal prints, gold accessories…wait, let me not give it all away and spoil your fun!

The Top 10 Polished Trends for Spring/Summer 2012 await you! Take a look, and I guarantee it will inspire you as you plan your next shopping adventure. Use the POLISHED trend report as your guide to update your look for the months ahead, and remember, all of these trends can be worn by any woman. Find the variation that works best for you and {rock} it!

Much more {Polished} news you can use for spring and summer coming up on the blog soon, so stay tuned!

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{POLISHED} New York Fashion Week Favs…

admin — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:15:14 +0000

Wow! As I walked the streets of New York during this Fall/Winter 2012 Fashion Week I got excited. Why? Because for the first time in years, I saw women walking around in color! In the fashion industry we wear black (black suits, black pumps, black shirts, black pants), you can say it’s our uniform. However, when I see color worn well, I know a person has confidence and to me that is everything!

It’s been a long time since I’ve seen the runways covered in sophisticated color. I’m not saying totally ditch your neutrals, but do get inspired to start adding some {rockin} color now. Check it out…

Rodarte

Nanette Lepore

Diane Von Furstenburg

Tracey Reese

For more inspiration, and to follow me as I pick my favs from London Fashion week click here.

All images from www.nymag.com

Update Your Look Now: The Right Accessories

admin — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:21:40 +0000

Accessories!!! Just the word alone makes me excited. Bracelets, scarves, belts, bags…the possibilities are endless. My style personality is very classic, so my wardrobe is always updated and current, yet basic. So, I use accessories to keep my look fresh and polished and so should you! The right accessories can completely transform that timeless LBD, pencil skirt and blouse, or jeans and a tee into a fabulous outfit.

When you see women who have that pulled together look, chances are she’s rocking the right accessories. When you know what to get and where to get it, you can have it too. Revamp your wardrobe now with a few of these…

Platform wedge heels, $189
Shoes, 140 AUD
Maje fold over clutch, $295
Suzanna Dai drop earrings, $195
Anton Heunis crystal jewelry, $213
Kate spade jewelry, $248
Juicy couture jewelry, $88
Wide belt, $99
Printed scarve, €169

Winter Outerwear {Wardrobe Audit}

admin — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 11:17:54 +0000

The first day of winter was yesterday, December 22^nd to be exact. So it’s definitely time for women around the Washington DC metro to make sure their winter outerwear wardrobe is together. As the temperatures drop, I urge you to audit your current closet to ensure the proper items are in your current wardrobe. This will ensure that your personal style does not suffer during the harsh winter weather. Remember, your personal image and how you’re present yourself to the public is important regardless of your lifestyle (Stay at home mom, working professional, or retiree).

I have listed the items you need to keep you warm and absolutely polished below, happy audit!

Heavy Coats: You need a coat that layers over a sweater of light weight sweater well. No need to feel like a sausage, go up a size.

Coordinating Hat, Scarf, and Gloves: Currently oversized scarves are the trend. I also love when the scarf is of a print in the proper scale and color to compliment a person’s natural coloring and features.

Boots: I recommend that you invest in 3 pair (1. Rain/Snow Boot, 2. Dress Boot, and 3. Casual Boot), this will ensure you have a shoe for every weather condition and situation. Also make sure they are comfortable, walking in uncomfortable shoes in the snow is the worst!

POLISHED Tip: Don’t be caught with clashing colors, fabrics and prints in public, which can send a message that reads unorganized, or worse low self worth. Try hanging your winter outerwear together in coordinated sets. This ensures that you can access it easily as your running out the door. These days everyone is on the go!

Dorothy Perkins belted coat, $89
MICHAEL Michael Kors genuine leather boots, $140
Camilla Skovgaard high heel booties, $435
Hunter sports shoes, $125
Burberry fringe scarve, $440
Armani Exchange wool knit glove, $58
Nixon hat, $30

The Style to {Rock} – Office Party Look…

admin — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 21:37:18 +0000

It’s that time of year again, Holiday Party Time!!!!!

I created this look for the individual that works for a traditional company, however still dares to be more then just another suit. It’s all in the special details ladies. You can be stylish, sexy and appropriate all in the same look. Save the short skirts, and low cleavage for a non-work related event.

Spring 2012 New York Fashion Week {Polished Looks}

admin — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 01:44:48 +0000

Now that the American Designers have {Rocked} the runway it’s time for me to recap some of my favorite looks…

Alexander Wang

Carolina Herrera

Donna Karan

Elie Tahari

Monique Luillier

Nanette Lapore

Rachel Zoe

Tracy Reese

Zac Posen

Next up is LONDON!

All images courtesy of www.newyorkmag.com

Koto Momolu – Spring/Summer 2012 Collection

admin — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 14:05:42 +0000

Last week while DC was dealing with rain, rain, and more rain. I ran away to New York to attend a few meetings and shows for New York Fashion Week. Their was one show I refused to miss, as a person that has loved fashion my whole life KORTO MOMOLU is what I consider the TRUTH!!!!!!

Their are very few designers that just make my heart stop, I don’t know if it’s her sophisticated inclusion of prints or luxury eye for great fabric. But whatever it is I want her to keep doing her thing. Korto is one of the few black designers that has a presence in the mainstream fashion world, and trust me she’s not going anywhere any time soon.

“My woman this season is sophisticated, chic and a woman of heightened everyday elegance” – Korto Momolu

Photos courtesy of SoLifestyle.com

Resort 2012 Collections that {Rocked}

admin — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 16:53:07 +0000

I personally love looking at resort collections. Why? Because they give me an early glimpse of what to expect for the next Spring season. The looks also help me make recommendations to my personal clients on what to keep and what to donate when I’m transitioning their closets to Fall. Take a look at some of my favorite Resort 2012 collections…

Alexander McQueen – “Show Stopping!”

Balmain – “Love the print, a lot or a little. You take your pick”

Chloe’ – “Very simple, but so sophisticated”

Gucci – “What can I say, it’s GUCCI!”

Tory Burch – “This woman knows how to play with prints and colors”

All images from www.style.com

These shoes were made for {WALKING}…

admin — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 17:13:13 +0000

As a women on the go, I need comfortable shoes. I’m on my feet at least 6 hours a day working with clients as an Image Consultant and Personal Stylist. It’s mandatory that I look good, and feel great at all times!

So, I search high and low for amazing shoes. Check out my favorite pair of every day sandals for this Summer 2011. They are not only updated and stylish, but so comfortable you feel like your in a running shoe…

Born Crown – Bindi

Spring/Summer Color Accessories That {Rock}

admin — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 01:24:18 +0000

Spring is officially here and it’s time to trade in those mundane colors of winter for a few bright hues. Is your wardrobe ready? No. Well if you have a closet filled with drab basics, accessories are a great way to add a pop of color to your wardrobe for spring. It’s easy and effortless. Grab a bight color cocktail ring, necklace, or handbag and be on your way fabulously polished!

Top to bottom-
Rings: (L-to R)
1. Max & Chloe $200

2. Anthology $98

3. Byanka $45

Bracelets: (L-to R)
1. R.J. Graziano $75

2. Cara Accessories $48

3. Cara Accessories $42

Belts (L-to R)
1. MICHAEL Michael Kors $48

2. Another Line $28
3. Zara $40

Necklaces: (L-to R)
1. Tarina Tarantino $195

2. MARC by Marc Jacobs $168

3. Max & Chloe $113

Handbags: (L to R)
1. Furla $295

2. MARC by Marc Jacobs $250

3. Rebecca Minkoff $330

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