Tara Martin - Part 2

Designer Profile: Halston

September 27, 2012 By Tara Martin Leave a Comment

One of the biggest names in American fashion launched in the 1960′s and still going strong today. The Halston brand is well known for its elegance, glamor, use of fabrics and innovation. Halston himself was always on the forefront. He was the first designer to travel with his collection to the show, designed the first hat ever featured in Harper’s Bazaar, was the first designer to ever turn windows and mannequins into pop art, and the first to ever have a namesake luxury boutique in a department store. Aside from these facts revealing so much about who Halston the man was, they tell how much the brand is a reflection of his forward thought and innovative spirit. The collection this fall is no different.

To a fabulous closet,

Filed Under: Designer Profiles, Fashion Tagged With: american designers, american fashion, designers, halston, Halston Heritage, harpers bazaar, net-a-porter

Black and White

September 6, 2012 By Tara Martin Leave a Comment

They say in life nothing is black and white. Well that is not entirely true this season, at least according to the fashion gods. So much black and white came down the fall runways and what a beautiful sight it was! The contrast and the simplicity was so refreshing while still making a bold statement. Pair this look with a rich red or burgundy hue on your lips and you are instant glam! With all the color, prints, and embellishments this year I am feeling really attached to the sleekness and no nonsense of everything being just what it is… Black and White.

To a fabulous closet,

Filed Under: Fashion, Style Tagged With: black and white, bold lips, fall runways, fashion

In the Navy

August 27, 2012 By Tara Martin Leave a Comment

I am so happy to report that navy has made a strong come back this season. It is one of my favorite colors to pair with almost anything! Navy works as a neutral back to almost any bright, white or yes even black! We know the age old saying of not pairing black and navy together, but we don’t believe in that “rule!” The result? Navy and black is one of the chicest combinations. It adds an element of depth to your all black outfit that is subtle but noticeable all at the same time. I for one, am so excited to add even more navy to my wardrobe.

Alice and Olivia

Elizabeth and James

Robert Rodriguez

Nicholas Kirkwood

Stella McCartney

Manolo Blahnik

See by Chloe

To a fabulous closet,

Filed Under: Style Tagged With: alice and olivia, elizabeth and james, manolo blahnik, navy, nicholas kirkwood, robert rodrguez, see by chloe, stella mc cartney, trends

Style Guide: The Girly Girl

August 9, 2012 By Tara Martin Leave a Comment

It’s so fun to be a girl and just play dress up! This style guide is all about fun, flirty and feminine. Florals, lace, pleats, and silks; all those beautiful fabrics and colors that scream girly. When going for this look play up your figure and don’t be afraid to show off your feminine physique! Pair these flirty dresses with a beautiful pump, strappy sandal, or a pretty ballet flat.

To a fabulous closet,

Filed Under: Style Tagged With: dresses, fashion, feminine, flirty, girly, style guide

Style Guide: Bohemian Rhapsody

July 18, 2012 By Tara Martin Leave a Comment

Nothing says high summer like the perfect bohemian outfit. For our gypsy girl this is her m.o. all year but we have chosen some pieces that will help you channel this style gypsy and get a fun summer look for that exotic vacation or day in a beach town.

Boho chic this summer involves mixing and matching prints, big accessories, floor sweeping skirts, sky high textured wedges, and mixed media tops. This free spirit style girl has so much fun with her outfits its hard not to jump on board!

To a fabulous closet,

Filed Under: Style

Style Guide: The Classics

July 11, 2012 By Tara Martin Leave a Comment

July kicks off our Style Guide and where better to start then with the woman with timeless and effortless style. She’s our classic girl. Her wardrobe will never go out of style or be off trend. She picks her purchases as she would her investments; only those that will not depreciate! She always looks put together in any social situation and her wardrobe transcends time and space effortlessly.

To a fabulous closet,

Filed Under: Style Tagged With: blazer, classic style, DKNY wrap cardigan, equipment shit, jimmy choos, lanvin bag, pencil skirt, shift dress, trench coat, white button down

Poolside Manner

June 20, 2012 By Tara Martin Leave a Comment

I will admit, I own more caftans then dresses. Crazy I know. But nothing says exotic vacation or elegant pool party better then a caftan, for this reason, as well as there are just so many gorgeous one’s, I am caftan crazy. Pairing a caftan over your swimsuit makes an instantly chic pool outfit. I love that you can lay out and then go to lunch and look instantly put together. On top of just a pool side look, add a little slip dress underneath and voila, now you are in a beautiful maxi dress. Here are some of my favs all courtesy of Net-A-Porter.com

DVF

Pucci

Milly

Etro

Easton Pearson

Pucci

Missoni

To a fabulous closet,

Filed Under: Style Tagged With: caftans, DVF, easton pearson, etro, Milly, missoni, net-a-porter, pool side, pucci, summer vacation

Designer Profile: Theyskens’ Theory

June 7, 2012 By Tara Martin Leave a Comment

In 2010 when Oliver Theyskens joined forces with Andrew Rosen (founder and CEO of Theory) they created a fashion darling known as Theyskens’ Theory. The line is clever; a perfect balance of edge with the classic Theory fit and feel. Theyskens gave the brand a cool vibe to appeal to a more contemporary woman, a younger woman, and/or the woman just looking for some stylish new pieces. Pre Theyskens, Theory had fallen into that category of great work basics. Your perfect fitting black pants, button downs, and shift dresses. Now Theyskens has really created a line for the woman who still goes to the office but wants to her professional look to be stylish in order to go from the office to happy hour. Or she just wants those great fitting pieces not just for work but that can transition into stylish and on trend pieces for her nights and weekends.

Theyskens has captured that girl and she can’t wait to see what will come down his runway each season.

To a fabulous closet,

Filed Under: Designer Profiles, Style Tagged With: andrew rosen, oliver theyskens, runway, theory, theyskens theory, work wear

Let Them Eat Cake

May 25, 2012 By Tara Martin Leave a Comment

The Palace at Versailles brings one word to mind, excess. Stage to many high fashion editorials and runway shows it is no surprise Chanel held their 2013 Resort fashion show in the palace gardens. Karl Lagerfeld is known to choose spaces that reflect the theme of his collections. This show was no different, it was the perfect scene for the show. The photographs from the event reflect this marriage of fashion and space as the collection seemed like a mere extension of the beautiful decor already in place. The result? A breathtaking show reflecting the opulence and excess of Versailles, with the elegance and sophistication of Chanel and a scene of Chanel show goers that added beautifully to the whole vibe.

I love looking at upcoming Resort collections while we are in spring/summer because there is usually some great tips for the fashion forward woman in us all who loves to see where fashion is headed. Always good to know where you are going!

My favorite shots from the show, good inspiration for some fun summer outfits!

To a fabulous closet,

Filed Under: Fashion, On The Town Tagged With: chanel, chanel resort 2013, fashion show, versaille

Packing List

May 17, 2012 By Tara Martin Leave a Comment

This summer whether you are getting ready for a fabulous vacation or even a “stay-cation” that can be equally as fabulous, there are a few essentials you should not leave home with out!

Neon Something