It's that one piece, color or accessory that makes your look unique and bold. That 'it' piece is your KONDIMENT... your own personal flavor

GORGEOUS IN GREY

MARISSA WEBB

IN REAL LIFE THO

Radiant Perfection!

FEBRUARY 21, 2014

Ugh! How picture perfect is this heaux?!

This collage is a perfect play on Radiant Orchid, Winter Wonderland and Fur!

Everything …from the hat, to the moon boots, and gloves, and coat, the freakin’ cabin, the view, oh and the matching snow-tube!!! PERFECTION!

These Kondiments are a birthday behavior stylish dream!

IT'S NEVER TOO MUCH...

FEBRUARY 21, 2014

I promise.
Do it all. Wear it all. Live in it all.
Kondiments is about abundance…
It’s about Joy…
It’s about the moment.
Sometimes over the top can be a beautiful thing!

WHAT DO YOU SEE...

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

This image has KONDIMENTS written all over it. 

You look at it and what do you see? Her, the lips, or the hat. All of it in it’s own right could be the star of the show. Which one is the Kondiment? Depends on what you really see or relate to when you look at this image. Of course for many the first thing seen is the bright hat and then most will keep it moving. But for some that’s not it, that’s the first intriguing part. For the rest of us who are drawn in, we see more. We see the flawless skin, the perfect shiny pout (I’m a sucker for shine, I’ve yet to really get into the Matte Movement), the hat, the legos, the silhouette, the lashes and more. 

It depends on what excites you, on what you take away from this.

But you have to give props to this beautiful visual.

…Now let’s get into this Lego Hat! What’s not to love? I would die to have this youthfully architec-tic stylish masterpiece in my possession! But I live for these moments. 

Sporty Style is one cool Kondiment! 

Krazy Kute: J.Crew’s New Lulu Frost!

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

I’m kinda sorta something like obsessed with the new Lulu Frost Capsule Collection for J.Crew! A dash of Retro, Glam, Bling and Color on staple accessories, creates a very yummy look! From Necklaces, to Earrings to Bracelets (that serve up an exceptional dish of arm candy), you can not go wrong with any of these delicious treats!

Everyday I’m salivating over these Kondiments… thinking of color combinations to incorporate them in or outfits to best display their beauty! Owning a few of these pieces are in my near feature. Very, very near future!

Since I have the J.Crew Blythe Blouse in this ad paired with the bangles, I feel this is further confirmation that I NEED these circular treasures in my life!

If I had to choose, although I don’t want to, but if I had to choose favorites… these are at the top of my list!

These Old Hollywood Glam pieces are popping up everywhere… before I thought about writing this post… I saved this picture in my phone… I was so excited to see the line in a publication!

J.Crew’s Jenna (President) and Marissa (VP Head of Design) sitting with LuLu Frost jewelry designer Lisa Salzer… I love the piece featured here too! So Regal!

At J.Crew’s ‘Fashion’s Night Out’ I got to see the lovely Lisa, as she parlayed with Marissa for a few moments talking to customers and fans of the two lines!

This season the jewels are at a moderate price point ranging from $45 to $200! That’s a steal for these Art-Deco designs!

Kute Kondi’s… How to Accessorize!

AUGUST 28, 2011

1. ANTHROPOLOGY NECKLACE

2. J.CREW WRAP BRACELETS AND GLASS BALL BRACELET, PANDORA WRAP BRACELET, FOREVER 21 METAL BRACELET

3. MARC BY MARC JACOBS POLKA DOT CLUTCH

Lately, my Kondiments been poppin’!  An easy flow of accessories make me happy! The link from one to the other on this day is not clear from first glance, but they all some how work together! It’s in the Details!!

My H&M bustier bra was the gel holding my accessories together. The rose, coral, green and taupe toned print guides the direction for each of my pieces. Except my purse… that was a bonus, the cherry on the top. The process of creating a well accessorized look comes from one thought… either color, piece of clothing, shoe… and it goes from there. Pick one item extract the colors, create a theme and coordinate  …the most exciting factor to never forget  always incorporate an element of surprise!

Let’s talk: Share Comments on your favorite accessories and your favorite ways to rock them!

Oldie But Goodie: Fendi

AUGUST 2, 2011

I can vividly remember working at Arden B. in 2001 and being ‘nLOVE with Fendi’s Baguette double-’F’ classic bag. Around that time the different color closure flaps were adorned with big jeweled brooches, and the bags were made of funky patterns and exotic materials! Oh, how I loved thee… Fendi, renamed after Edorado Fendi in 1925, was my college Love, I held the now LVMH owned company on a creative level higher than other Luxury brands. The Trend was Epic!

For years attention has not been paid to the brand who’s creative director remains the famous Karl Largafeld! Other powerhouses held top spots that kept them in the forefront of the media and on consumers ‘want/need this in my life’ list!

In recent years Fendi designs have resurfaced with a BANG! Their Ready-to-Wear collections and new handbag silhouettes are retuning the brand to it’s rightful place [the top] in fashion with it’s show-stopping pieces.

A week ago Rihanna was spotted in New York in a laid back outfit… Casual Blouse, Skinny Jeans, Nude Christian Louboutins, Staple Gold Accessories and the Fendi Zucca Clutch! Her look made me fall back in ‘nLOVE with the iconic FENDI! Its imperative for that purse to be in my possession ASAP!

Oh and we can’t forget the Baguette queen …this name necklace wearing cutie had a baguette for almost every look! Fendi flowed with her style as easy as Manolo Blahniks slipped on her feet and we lived for every moment as Carrie Bradshaw Fashioned her way through ‘Sex and The City’.

SJP delivered the now famous line…

“I’m homeless! I’ll be a bag lady. A Fendi bag lady, but a bag lady!” #NICE

…Don’t call it a come back… Fendi’s been here for years!

Peep some bags and my ‘it’ looks from Resort 2012 & Fall RTW 2011

Eye Spy: Prada Resort 2012

JULY 29, 2011

Although, it may seem premature to post on 2012 Resort collections as seasonally we are approaching Fall/Winter, the Fashion calendar is already ‘on to the next’. Plus, there’s nothing wrong with an early reveal, especially when 40 of the top designers have already displayed their lineup. Hey, it’s no time like the present to start preparing a list of next seasons ‘Must Haves‘!!

Clicking through Style.com, I stumbled upon Miuccia Prada, editorial photos for next years PRADA Resort collection. Intrigued, I decided to indulge in the haute soccer mom designs, laced with cool tones, flow-y skirts and whimsical accessories. A plethora of pieces caught my eye… not just because I loved them, but the fact that they were reminiscent of concepts I’ve seen before.* Admittingly it wasn’t a Prada collection I expected. The designs didn’t ring true to the brand, although the detailing was great.

*The Lip and flower print a nod to  Marc Jacobs… the floral print pants hinted at Lilly Pulitzer, dress styles and shapes looked like Kate Spade with some Diane Von Furstenberg inspirations. Those references made it hard to feel the true essence of Prada. The fashion house known for its strong lines and clean silhouettes.

Not until late in the collection with the appearance of black Lace, could I establish a direction which screamed PRADA. Even though I didn’t drool over every look, I ADORED every moment of the accents… the studs, hats, scarfs and totes all gave me a warm & fuzzy feeling! I could envision myself incorporating those components in my Spring wardrobe!

As a Fan and collector of scarfs… the necktie, ascot inspired look was very appreciated. My thoughts kept focusing on where I’ve seen this pattern scarf before?… Then it dawned on me I Eye Spy’d it at J.CREW. It has been a special gift of mines to remember great detail!

For Spring 2011 J.Crew collaborated with England’s, DRAKES LONDON providing an exclusive range of scarves, a pocket square version is sold in-store and ONLINE.

Prada’s preppy, bold looks gave a mix of Grease and Adams Family type of glamour! A pale sorbet color palette, will transition well from the desolate Winter to a rebirth of life with easy breezy Spring fashion!

*The Lip and flower print a nod to  Marc Jacobs… the floral print pants hinted at Lilly Pulitzer, dress styles and shapes looked like Kate Spade with some Diane Von Furstenberg inspirations. Those references made it hard to feel the true essence of Prada. The fashion house known for its strong lines and clean silhouettes.

Not until late in the collection with the appearance of black Lace, could I establish a direction which screamed PRADA. Even though I didn’t drool over every look, I ADORED every moment of the accents… the studs, hats, scarfs and totes all gave me a warm & fuzzy feeling! I could envision myself incorporating those components in my Spring wardrobe!

Once Upon A Time: Chanel Fall RTW 2011

JULY 21, 2011

In a land far away during a cold desolate Winter, we draw upon a forest. Emerging through the gritty atmosphere one can see trees, boulders and a flicker of light, illuminating fashion’s powerhouse… Chanel!

“I like the idea of something destroyed, and then life comes back through the girl coming out of the light!” –Karl’s vision for the set, as it came to him in a dream.

If designer/mastermind, KARL LAGERFELD, wanted to evoke the feeling and image of darkness, the Wintery forest scenery at the Grand Palais delivered.  His 2011 Fall Ready-to-Wear season suggests either everyone has an abundance of garments to choose from or  at least hints to the chaos in women’s lives. Therefore, instead of picking one single coat, they decided to pile them on! A style seen throughout the presentation. My favorites were the brand’s iconic tweed jackets placed over a male inspired jacket, designed as a single piece. Clever!

Layers, patterns, baggy, and tailored looks were all smattered into the styles of several types of everyday women. This grungy line of of gray, black and white drew on the theme of a tomboy. A woman who’s addicted to dressing a bit masculine, with feminine quality. One who works hard in the tailored trousers, plays hard in combat shoes and loves hard in capelet jackets.

The key attention seeking elements were the oversized ankle warmers, not quite a leg warmer, not a sock but a dramatic ankle accessory! It played off the infinity of the pant and danced off the shoe! Where one began and the other end is a secret only known to it’s wearer.

The unison of the jumpsuit provides an ease, removing the thought process of using numerous pieces to create a chic look. Lagerfeld brought out all the elements Chanel’s known for in these utilitarian jumpsuits: heavy quilted leather, tweed, and lace.  Making this ideal onesie a transitional piece going from day to night!

Fixating a permanent cuff in trousers gave way to the notion of adjusting to this grimy atmosphere. No need to have our trousers drag the ground, being soiled this Fall/Winter from precipitation.

Simple staple accessories adorned the runway models, a favorite was the circle quilted leather hand pouches, a great go to purse for nights out! Fingerless gloves, tweed flowers, big gaudy jewels,  oversized pockets, flight glasses, and big gold link chain purses… all noteworthy additions sure to create a happy ending for any of this Fall/Winter season ensembles!

In all, this show keeps in tune with the boy/girl trend everyone is playing on, kudos to Chanel for tackling this concept and being victorious! Every fashionista wanting to infuse a little masculinity into their style should be ripping a page out of Karl’s book!