Tuesday, February 28, 2012

WARM WEATHER BLUES: THE ACACIA SWIMSUIT @ PLANET BLUE


I saw this adorable swim suit at Planet Blue and wished that I were somewhere that was 80 degrees, sunny, with endless margaritas being delivered to my beach chair by some gorgeous island boy toy. Ahhhhh, please bring on the summer. Acacia Swim Wear available at Planet Blue.

Thursday, August 18, 2011

FASHION DEAL OF THE DAY: Short Shorts @ Ann Taylor


Who loves short shorts? You do! Fab summer sale going on at Ann Taylor. Get this pair of shorts for $49.99 plus 50% off. Get to shopping!

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

MY FASHION LUST: Have Swimsuit, Will Travel

one piece swimsuits, j.crew, halter swimsuits

Lucky for those of us who don't have that perfect bikini body, there is a sexy alternative thanks to J.Crew. This fabulous one-piece halter swimsuit with underwire put the biggest smile on my face. It also has ruched side panels that adds to its allure. Love it.

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

MY FASHION LUST: Alice + Olivia Get Dressed Up



I'm a big Alice + Olivia fan. Their dresses are me all the way. Especially this little metallic number. It screams Janice. Can you hear it? Available at Tobi.

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

MY FASHION LUST: Channeling The Fifties with Anthropologie



This Carnation Lily Lily Rose skirt is such a blast from the past. It is totally channeling June Cleaver. Available at Anthropologie.

MY FASHION LUST: Summer Lovin' in Espadrilles



Summer is on its way. Nothing says summer more than a fab pair of espadrilles. This striped denim pair by Soludos are too flat for me but are way cute. Available at Need Supply.

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Rukiya's World: Swimsuits


Now that summer is right around the corner it's time to find that perfect bikini or one piece that will keep you looking sexy poolside.




La Perla Paillettes Swimsuit $520
Trina Turk Crochet Swimsuit $149
Vix Swim wear Escape Bandeau Bikini $93
Emilio Pucci Neoprene Zigzag Swuimsuit $175
Melissa Odabash Bandeau bikini $75
Marc by Marc Jacobs Tie front Bandeau Bikini $85
Gottex Cutout swimsuit $188
Salinas Bandeau Bikini $159
Missioni crochet knit swimsuit $155


Monday, August 30, 2010

FASHION DEAL OF THE DAY: It's So Unbelievable

Now I am fully aware that I have readers who would not even think about setting one foot into Kmart. But I have to say that after I saw their ad in the September issue of Vogue, I got a little curious about what Kmart was trying to do. Are they too trying to reap the benefits of the J.Crew Effect.

So here's a small sampling of some of the cutesy tops that I found by Attention. All are under $20.00.





Monday, July 12, 2010

Fab Vintage Find: Pretty in Hot Pink BCBG



Kick it old school in these hot pink jelly's studded with huge rhinestones. Pair these flats with cute cut off shorts and a tee. These hot pink stunners are brought to you by BCBG

Fab Vintage Find: Golden Delights by Marc Jacobs

Take a look at these Marc by Marc Jacobs sandals! Now we all know Marc isn't exactly vintage but I do really like the vintage feel of these sandals. They are just perfect for a lovely casual summer sundress.

Friday, July 9, 2010

12 Best Summer Dresses $49.99 and Under

Here are my picks for fab summer dresses that are kind to your summer budgets, including a few vintage picks. Get to shopping!

Apron Dress @ Gap, $19.99



Rare @ TopShop, $20.00



Rare @ TopShop, $40.00



Denim Studded Dress @ Free People, $19.95



Vintage Summer Dress @ Astral Boutique, $34.00



Vintage Summer Dress @ Studio 1950, $48.00



Maeve @ Anthropologie, $39.95



Kensie @ Lord & Taylor, $39.00




Baja Sur @ Lulu's, $39.00



Rogue Ruffle Dress @ J.Crew, $49.99




Pins & Needles @ Urban Outfitters, $29.99



Silence & Noise @ Urban Outfitters, $39.99

Thursday, July 1, 2010

Rukiya's World: Rompin' Around

I just love this chic and simple black linen romper. It's absolutely perfect for those sizzling summer days when the heat is almost just too much to bear!!!

Thursday, June 24, 2010

FASHION DEAL OF THE DAY: Short, Shorts, Shorts



Get a pair of stylish and trendy cuffed denim shorts at YMI Jeanswear for $16.00.

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

DC FASHION EVENT: Finding the Perfect Swimsuit with Cyla Weiner



Industry expert, Cyla Weiner will make finding the most flattering swimsuit stress-free for Washington area women amid the silken lingerie at Sylene of Washington's Chevy Chase store as part of their Bras & Brunch series on Sunday, June 6th from 10:30 a.m. until noon. Cyla will show women what's hot in swimwear for Summer 2010, and use models to show attendees how to enhance the positives, while minimizing the problem areas such as hips and thighs. All women have an area they wish were a little bit different, and Cyla will show us her tricks for making swimwear shopping a breeze. Having grown up in the lingerie business, and owning Washington's top lingerie and swimwear boutique for 34 years, Cyla Weiner brings a level of expertise to fit and fashion that you won't find anywhere else. Cyla goes to New York and Miami each season, and uses her knowledge and great eye to brings back the best of the best in swimwear for her clients. This makes Sylene the perfect place to shop, as all the editing has all been done.


We hope you will join us for complimentary champagne brunch and a fun, informative and interactive program. Enter to win a $50 gift certificate to use on the purchase of a new bikini or other swimsuit!



WHEN: Sunday, June 6th, 2010 from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.


WHERE:

Sylene of Washington

4407 South Park Avenue

Chevy Chase, MD 20815

(301) 654-4200

www.sylenedc.com



RSVP Required. RSVP http://sylene.eventbrite.com/ or call at (301) 654-4200



About Cyla Weiner

Cyla Weiner is a bra, intimate apparel and swimwear fitting expert who grew up in the fashion industry with her sister Helen along side her parents, who owned a lingerie retail store in New Jersey. She opened Sylene of Washington, a woman-owned lingerie and swimwear boutique, in the Washington-DC area almost 35 years ago. She and Sylene's fitting experts specialize in helping women, brides to be, and teens who appreciate a combination of personal attention and superior, luxurious selections. Cyla hand picks intimate apparel, swimwear and accessory products from domestic and international suppliers. Staff at Sylene help clients make beautiful and perfect choices when it comes to a first bra, a wedding trousseau, honeymoon registry, swimsuits, nursing bras, or after breast surgery. There is no lingerie shopping experience like a Sylene of Washington experience.



Sylene of Washington

There is no lingerie shopping experience like SyLene. A woman-owned lingerie store in the Washington, DC area with over thirty years experience, SyLene is synonymous with the best in intimate apparel. The name SyLene stands for Cyla and Helen, sisters who grew up spending Saturdays and summer vacations working in their parent’s lingerie shop. In 1975, Cyla opened SyLene, and since that time, SyLene has specialized in serving their customers with the finest lingerie, swimwear, sleepwear, post-surgical items, accessories, and gifts handpicked from the best domestic and international designers.

The members of their friendly staff are fit experts, known for personal, individualized attention. They will help you find the perfect choice whether it’s a first bra, wedding trousseau, swimsuit, nursing bra, or mastectomy prosthesis. A woman's intimate apparel wardrobe is as unique as she is, and SyLene believes every woman can experience the special pleasure of style, beauty, and a great fit.



SyLene believes in helping the community. They donate bras and sleepwear to women's shelters, and work closely with organizations such as Suited for Change, Volunteers of America, and Second Chance Employment Services. They regularly visit hospitals, educating them on mastectomy items available for their patients.



www.sylenedc.com

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

FASHION DEAL OF THE DAY: Summer Sandals to Get You Ready for the Sun


Endless.com is having a fab 25% off sale on sandals to get your ready for the summer season. These cute antique gold and pearl thong sandals by Moda Spana are the mere price of $45.71.

Monday, April 26, 2010

FASHION DEAL OF THE DAY: Let the Sun Shine In @ Ann Taylor Loft



You can just never have too many pairs of fab sunglasses and at this price, you should definitely add to your collection. Available at Ann Taylor Loft for $24.99

Fab Vintage Find: Soothing Your Flower Child @ California Vintage Connect



Your inner flower child loves tie dye. So give her want she wants with this fab tie dye tent sun dress at California Vintage Connect. But hurry up and bid. Bidding ends April 27, 2010 @ 18:15:12 PDT.

Friday, April 23, 2010

RANDOM FASHION MOMENT: To Bermuda or Not To Bermuda?

I am a little passed the point where I can wear short shorts. So the idea of bermuda shorts coming back in style makes me very, very happy. There is nothing more cozy and a crisp white shirt and a pair of bermuda shorts. Thanks to Anthropologie, I have quite a few fab options to choose from.






Thursday, April 22, 2010

Lusting For Shoes: My Top 13 Platform Wedges

Wedges have totally won me over. I have a few pairs but it has taken me a moment to fall in love. Now I am totally smitten. So I scoured the shoetopia to find my favorites. There was quite a bit to choose from out there. Designers are all trying to incorporate some kind of spring trend or summer trend. But shockingly, as a shoe addict, I was able to narrow it down to my top 13 favs.


Schu



Rock & Republic @ Shoebox



Rag and Bone @ Shopbop



Pelle Moda @ Zappos



Miu Miu @ Barney's



Loriblu @ Forzieri



Le Silla @ Farfetch



Camilla Skovgaard @ Farfetch



Betsey Johnson @ Lord and Taylor



Bamboo @ Lulu's



Acne @ Oak NY



704b. @ DSW



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