New Heights

Here we are smack dab in the middle of holiday season, and the big question becomes what outfit to wear. What can I throw on that makes me stand out at the company party or mundane family gathering? The little black dress. But doesn't everyone own one of those? The stand out factor we've all been told is accessories. Yet, the right accessory is key.

I began a quest to find new, exciting accessories. I have grown tired of the usual dangle earring and sparkle peeptoes that are too common for the holidays. My weakness is shoes and thus became a logical starting point. I wanted something that would make friends and passer-bys stop and stare, in a good way of course. I stumbled upon quite a statement

piece.

Check out these Alberto Guardiani glossy heels. Original and they can be applied with almost any attire. Definitely a conversation piece at any gathering.

Upon further exploration, I discovered a world I had never ventured into before: the world of statement heels. Once you enter, you may never leave. Heels made to look like horse hooves, heels that look like you stepped in gum.

Throwing in an unexpected shoe touch spices up any occasion. Now, instead of dreading attending that mandatory holiday event, pioneer forward confidently with a little pizazz. I say this adds a new spin on that classic little black dress, wouldn't you?

Fashionable TeVee

I admit it. I was born to be a couch potatoe. A potatoe that bums and watches television all day. I can watch anything. Any type of reality show (no matter how fake it is)? Check. Corny teen dramas? Check. ABC Family original series? Check.

Bravo is my addiction. Real Housewives, Kathy Griffin, Top Chef. Give me Bravo and large diet coke, and I may not move the entire day. My newest Brav-diction is the show Work of Art: The Next Great Artist. Alas, I stray from the point.

I want to make my readers aware that the 8th season of Project Runway starts tomorrow, July 29. Yes, it's the 8th season, but I never get tired of watching the crazy challenges and over-the-top contestant personalities. Not to mention, Heidi Klum is my soul mate, and the day that we meet sparks will fly and birds will sing as we realize we are meant to be best friends.

I simply can't wait for the new season (which is on Lifetime, don't forget). I anticipate this premiere almost but not quite as much as Jersey Shore season 2. Yet, this is a fashion blog, not a guido blog so I will focus on Project Runway.

The webiste provides a down to the second countdown of the season premiere as well as sneak peeks at the season's designers. Don't forget all the past footage they have posted as well. That way, you can relive all the "make it work" moments.

Till tomorrow, all I can do is fantasize about catwalks, needle point and Tim Gunn's personality--or lack there of.

the big bag

Here it is, the long lasting trend of the big purse. And by big, I mean luggage size, of course. I am as guilty as the next fashionable, cappuccino sipping young woman. A bag as big as my head (which is rather large, in my opinion) never leaves my shoulder. What do you possibly keep in there, one may ask.

Anything! Books, wallets, keys, midgets, phone, lip gloss. Whatever you fancy.

Yet, this is not the draw to the oversized bag. It's largeness is impractical to say the least. It's like trying to find a lost dime in a lake when you lose something. Yet, the trend has been around for years, and it does not appear to be going anywhere. So why? Why the need for a ten gallon bag?

Finally, today as I watched Law & Order: SVU, it hit me. The real reason women love the large bag. It brings relativity, and I call it the Large Purse Theory.

For example, is a penny small? Yes. But, if you put it next to a dime, it's relatively large. Same with an elephant. Is it large? Yes. But next to a skyscraper, it's relatively small.

Think of the purse as a skyscraper, and the wearer as an elephant. Without the purse, women are large or pudgey or fluffy (however you would like to politely say it.) Yet, when you place an enormous bag on their arm, the arm tends to shrink next to the vastness of the accessory.

Large purses cause instant weightloss, relatively speaking of course.

What The Hills Just Happened?

Here it is. The hot topic on every pop culture blog out there. Last night a reality era ended with the Hills finale. After 102 episodes, the characters would no longer be a part of our daily tevee ritual.

Many of us, like myself, followed these people from Laguna Beach to the fame-worthy Hollywood Hills. We watched them grow up over the six years from little nobodys to "it" girls. We became invested in their lives and their saga.

Am I going to sit here saying that I believed everything was real and nothing was scripted? Obviously not, but a girl can dream. Yes, I knew they set up meetings between feuding characters. Yes, they would make sure the whole cast was there for dramatic nights out. Still, did I want the fact the show was scripted to be thrown back into my face? No.

In case you live under a rock and have not heard or seen the finale, let me put it this way. Everything was going according to plan. Stephanie Pratt was being her normal, awkward self with her new normal, awkward boyfriend. Lo moved in with her long time boyfriend, who said he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her. But not be engaged. I'm not going to lie, I did think Lo would get a rock for her finger in the final episode. I mean, how perfect would that have been?

Now the scene that makes the whole thing worth talking about. Kristin claims she wants a big change and plans on heading to Europe where she "knows like one person". Of course a going-away party ensues in true Hills fashion. Finally, as she packs up the car, Brody appears and tells her not to go, he's going to miss her a.k.a. miss her booty calls. Tears are shed, Kristin gets in the car, camera pans out. The set is revealed. The Hollywood backdrop is rolled away, and the camera crew is all shown. Kristin hops out the car and hugs Brody, saying a casual bye.

Really MTV? You just showed me that you my previous six years of semi-faithful viewership was a waste. Thanks for making me the fool.

Grant it, without the ending scene, the finale would be nothing to talk about. No screams occured, no lifechanging decisions were made. The ending twist is the reason that fans are still talking about the Hills--even if they are only upset.

So kudos, Adam Divello. You played into the critics hand and made fools of your loyal viewers. I now just need my Jersey Shore guidos and guidettes. That stupidity, drunkeness and tanness can't be anything but real.

Shoe-session

I want the world to know that I have now found a shoe worth lusting over and lust I will. What is the fabulous foot decor that I have made my new obsession you ask? Well it is by Jeffrey Campbell, of course. This slice of edgey heaven comes in the form of a studded wedge.

The look is not for the faint of style. It presents a rock-n-roll aspect meeting a toned-down Lady Gaga heel. The combination is to die for, and it is a must have for the trendy. Good lucky finding it in your size though, as the wedge (as do all Jeffrey Campbell shoes) tends to become out of stock at the speed of light.

The wedges run at about $160. And come in black as well.

Looky See

What I am loving right now:

The floral skirt. It instantly adds fun and embraces the new, warmer weather. Not feeling the all black on black? Try spicing things up with a colorful top or a floral print without the black background.

Check out Taylor Swift. She has also been spotted wearing our new favorite Looky See!

Lohan a designer?

Thankfully, no. 

Allegedly, Ed Hardy is using Lindsay Lohan as their next designer for Ed Hardy purses. Rumor had it that Ed Hardy knew of Lohan's interest in designing and recruited her to their team. 

Lohan has publicly denounced the rumor, stating that she is only designing for "just 6126 my line", her leggings line.

Earlier this year, Lohan was fired from Unargo as artistic adviser. They are now involved in legal matters which Lohan states, "I cannot discuss at this time."

Happy Birthday RiRi

Princess Rihanna brings in the big two two today. The edgy songstress from Barbados has a small get together planned in Phoenix in the company of her boyfriend, close friends, and family. She flew in from Australia to celebrate another year here in the states.

All I know is that this is a much better birthday then her 21st, Chris Brown. 

Hope you have the best day, Princess RiRi!

SPOTTED: spring 2010 trend

You heard it here first. The hottest spring trend is over the top hair pieces. Don't be afraid to go big, girls! Think Paris Hilton's hippie band mets Gaga's hair bow. 

Grant it, Gaga's is a bit extreme but check out this smaller version for under 30 dollars!

Not into the hair bow craze, look at this feathery hand made creation. It tones down Carrie's wedding look in Sex and the City into a feasible everyday look. 

The best thing about the hair accessory craze? It goes great with any look. Casual shorts and tee? Throw in a festive head band, and you spice things up. More formal dress attire? Clip in a simpler piece to flowy hair, and you're instantly classy. 

If you are more of a main stream, run of the mill, just-like-everyone-else shopper, check out Urban for their predictable options on accessories. 

Madonna to launch fashion line?

It is rumored that Madonna is in talks to launch her own fashion line at Macy's. Possible titles for the collection include Material Girl and Truth or Dare. The pop icon may be designing clothes as well as lingerie in what we can only assume will be a steamy new line.

Don't forget, Madonna is no new comer to the fashion scene. Not only has she displayed fashion risks in her countless performance costumes, but she actually partnered with H&M previously to create M by Madonna.

No one from Madonna's crew has confirmed the speculation, but I for one would love to see the diva's fashion. Next, a possible Gaga line?! A girl can dream...