my parents

old photos provide so much entertainment - but lately they have been more inspiring in nature. LOVE LOVE LOVE 70s fashion!

her is my mom preggo with me in her 70s floral dress (even tho its 1982!):

spring2012 trends !!

winter weather in IL has been mostly non existent.. there for, i am looking to spring fashion trends NOW!


from harpers bazaar:


1. flower power
FLORAL PRINTS ya'll!

2. out of Africa
leopard/earthy colors/tribal prints
3. ode to the flapper
20s style flapper moderized by lengths/volume/etc.. not sure i like this trend.. we shall see.
4. sport couture
another trend i am not really interested in.. although i don't mind a structured jacket..

The sleek lines of a wetsuit inspired a sporty, monochromatic dress at Vera Wang.

Read more: New York Fashion Week Spring 2012 Trend Report - Runway Spring Fashion Trends 2012 - Harper's BAZAAR

5. geometric prints!

color blocks, geometry.. i loves it!

6. sorbet colors

so sexy!

Francisco Costa lightened up signature minimalism at Calvin Klein with soft colors and simple silhouettes.

Read more: New York Fashion Week Spring 2012 Trend Report - Runway Spring Fashion Trends 2012 - Harper's BAZAAR

An explosion of blue floral chiffon at Peter Som was a welcome update to eveningwear.

Read more: New York Fashion Week Spring 2012 Trend Report - Runway Spring Fashion Trends 2012 - Harper's BAZAAR