Nails Addiction: Sweet Strawberry Manicure

This Sweet Strawberry Manicure is ideal for the last weekend of summer - it's fun, bright and really pretty. It is also quite simple so you can easily do it yourself after watching my video tutorial.

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Nails Addiction: Juicy Citrus Manicure Tutorial

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Estee Lauder Double Wear Zero-Smudge Liquid Eyeliner Video Review

Liquid eyeliner is a super important product for my everyday make-up - the signature “cat-eye” would be simply impossible without it. So of course its quality is a quite crucial factor, because nothing is worse than smudged or crackled “wing tip”. Using Estee Lauder Double Wear Zero-Smudge Liquid Eyeliner I don’t have to worry about things like that, I know it’ll stay in place for the whole day even in heat and humidity. Watch the video below to find out what else I love about this product!

Sky, sea, sapphire...

Karen Millen top, shoes,
7 For All Mankind Skinny in Blue/Black Techno Weave,
GUESS? earrings

Blue is one of the essential colors this Fall season; it has easily transitioned from the world of “haute couture” into “ready-to-wear” and is now represented widely in stores with more mass appeal.

GUESS? by Marciano Maritza color-block dress, $198

GUESS? Classic tie-dyed shirt, $98

GUESS? Tara filter flower trouser, $89

Offering a vast range of shades from bright cobalt to dark navy, designers suggest mixing and matching them in one look in order to create complex texture and depth. Black and blue is another “winning” combo which was all over the runways this Fall 2012.

GUESS? Glori bootie, $129

GUESS? Rolene mid-heel pumps, $90

GUESS? Studded leather tote, $158

Strongly incorporated in both clothing and accessories, blue is elevating its status from being a “neutral” to the “new black” of the season. Don’t hesitate to throw on a pair of azure suede pumps with an orange dress or to add a bright blue bag to your business suit ensemble – they will enhance the main features of your look without competing with it.  

P.S. Make-up is another way to integrate blue into your style! Blue eye-shadows, eye-liner and even blue mascara are all great tools to do that. Use one at a time or all three (like I did J), the only rule is to have fun!

Stylish wedges

GUESS? top, wedge sandals, 7 For All Mankind skirt,
MICHAEL Michael Kors handbag, Fendi watch,
Swarovski Heart necklace

The wedge trend is one of the hottest pretty much every Spring and Summer which is no surprise considering how perfect wedges go with the light and skimpy hot weather wardrobe. Cotton sundresses, wide linen pants and slinky rompers – all of them will only benefit from shoes like this. Cork, wooden or with printed canvas, wedges will not only add extra height and length to your legs but will also inject some fun and visual interest to your entire look. And let’s not forget about comfort – wedges are definitely at the top of the “comfy” list.

Karen Millen Print coordinating wedge, on sale for $99

Karen Millen Strappy Snake and Lizard wedge, on sale for $175

BCBG Max Azria Gazelle ankle-tie wedge, $250

Fortunately wedges will not leave with the last rays of the hot summer sun and bravely step into the sometimes cold, sometimes rainy autumn season. This Fall, designers will give us the chance to fearlessly walk through puddles in our bold, sky-high wedges that will showcase our lean legs and elegant looks.

Cole Haan Air Laney wedge bootie, $218
(at Neiman Marcus)

Diane von Furstenberg Opalista stacked wedge bootie, $398
(at Neiman Marcus)

TOMS Suede lace-up wedge boot, $89
(at Neiman Marcus)

Digital art

Karen Millen dress, Vicino shoes, Kate Spade handbag,
Roberto Cavalli watch

Digital prints are one of the most spectacular trends of the current and upcoming Fall season. Inspired by 70's pop-culture and executed with the finesse of modern technology they are like a small art exhibit on your body. Colors, shapes and forms in these prints are transformed and altered and even traditional florals convey a completely different futuristic feel.

Karen Millen Blue feather print tank, $85

Karen Millen Butterfly wing print dress, $299

Karen Millen Fluid marble print dress, on sale for $75

Karen Millen Paint splash knit jacket, on sale for $99

Karen Millen Mirror print T-shirt, on sale for $80

Considering the intensity of digital prints there is no need for extra accessories. Styling should be fairly simple and work to showcase the real star of your look. Pick the rest of your outfit literally like you would pick a frame for a picture.

No-postage-required envelope

MICHAEL Michael Kors shift dress, Banana Republic sandals,
BCBG Max Azria  Harlow envelope clutch, GUESS? bracelet,
Roberto Cavalli watch

The clutch is no longer just an evening accessory and has already been a “regular” of day wear for some time. Of course while minis like small wristlets and tiny box clutches are still only appropriate for special occasions, their bigger relatives like the large flap-over is perfect for an elegant yet casual look.

BCBG Max Azria Adela clutch, on sale for $40.80

BCBG Max Azria Metallic envelope clutch, on sale for $46.80

GUESS? by Marciano Kyle zipper clutch, $158

In that sense the envelope clutch is definitely one of the most versatile shapes and one of the hottest ones too. Its trend continues from the current season into Fall and Holiday. Day time options are quite big and roomy so they can fit everything you need. Primarily in leather, envelope clutches come in a variety of colors from neutrals to very bold and bright hues; prints and unexpected hardware are also very in trend.

BCBG Max Azria Harlow laser-cut envelope clutch, $128

BCBG Max Azria Bardot envelope clutch, $98

BCBG Max Azria Snake-embossed envelope clutch, $68

For a night out, opt for a miniature “envelope” in satin, metal mesh or reptile skins. Decorated with lace, crystals and even semi-precious stones a clutch like this will most certainly add a special fine touch to your ensemble.