by Sonia Lovett | Nov 5, 2017 | Fashion
We’ve all seen trends come and go. Platform shoes. Bellbottoms. Hip Hugging Jeans. Disco Suits. Sometimes they have lasting power (leopard print) and sometimes they are gone before they are ever a thing (multiple popped collars; good riddance!).
I’ve always been adventurous with trying new trends and sometimes they go off with flying colors and some (like my big west Texas hair in the 80’s) should remain in the past! How do we go about getting a handle of what will stay and what will go?
Let’s take a peek at a few Trends that you might want to add a pinch of this Fall.
The corset belt… We have seen them in exaggerated shapes and sizes. Over a T-shirt almost covering it. Over a slip dress. The one I have is from TopShop. The size worked for my frame and the price was perfect. I wore it over a cotton army jacket to give it a new look and used it with a blouse over a slip dress. The key for me was the weight of the fabric you are cinching and the size of the corset belt itself. Remember proportion. Never overwhelm your frame.
The oversized blazer… I waited a while before I tried this one. My first problem was that if I bought one off the rack I might see it on someone else around the corner. A simple solution: look in your mans closet. Or alternately take a walk through a gentleman’s consignment shop. While you are there check out their scarves. You might just stumble across something fabulous. This is a cost effective way to fool around with a trend and do something different.
The sock and heel trend. This one was a tough one for me. Too contrived, but it could be of use this fall if you can’t part with a strappy heels just yet. I tried a see through sock in white with a pair of booties. True, I cheated the look a bit but it’s all I could pull off and its a great alternative!
In the end, in order to keep your wardrobe relevant, fluid and modern it is important to have just a bit of edge. Remember stay true to your style. Honor your body type and take a risk!
by Sonia Lovett | Oct 29, 2017 | Fashion
I am so thrilled to be sharing this find with all of you! I have discovered Juwelo, a lovely gemstone jewelry company that is just arriving to the US market. They are able to provide high quality gold and silver gemstone jewelry at an unprecedented price point. A great alternative to costume jewelry! They have a huge selection of earrings, rings, pendants and bracelets. Perfect for any gift giving occasion. Including yourself!!
Look at the Pink Sapphires hoops I just got. They are perfection!
The Island of Madagascar off the East Coast of Africa has one of the largest deposits of Pink Sapphires in the world. Discovered in the 1990’s, it has made the acquisition of Sapphires more available to the public.
It is believed that Pink Sapphires nourish the emotional well being of the person wearing it. The theory behind the belief is centered on clearing emotional blockages from the past which allows energy that promotes love, healing and awakened inner intelligence.
Sapphires might create balance between water and fire , making people stronger, freer, and capable of making healthier decisions. They are sometimes referred to as the gems of truth. How lovely!
Juwelo Pink Sapphires Inside-Out Hoop earrings made from 925 Sterling Silver. There are 36 (2.09 carat) Rose cut Pink Sapphires from Madagascar in prong settings . The earring circumference is 1.08″. Available at Juwelo USA
by Sonia Lovett | Sep 19, 2017 | Fashion
My husband and I went to a wonderful wedding in California this late summer. You might have seen a few pictures on my Instagram account stylebeyondage.
My style and manners are still what some might call old fashioned. I still won’t wear black or white or red to a wedding. I still won’t wear a watch after five. ( that’s another story) anyway…..It is a challenge to pick an outfit for an afternoon outdoor wedding that is cocktail attire and moves on into a beautiful night of dinner and dancing.
My sister is fortunate enough to have a beautiful architectural dress made by the iconic American designer Halston. This masterpiece of design is made out of one single length of fabric on the bias with only one seam no zipper. I can’t even get my head around that!
There is a wonderful fabric store in Dallas called Richard Brooks Fabrics. It has the most beautiful exotic fabrics you can imagine. They also have some of the most skilled seamstresses. I took the Halston dress in and they replicated it in the textured
aubergine fabric you see in the pictures.
by Sonia Lovett | Aug 30, 2017 | Fashion, Travel
There is nothing like a staycation to quickly regenerate the spirit.
Denim on Denim (The Texas Tuxedo ) was a trend I have always shied away from. In this case I embraced it and loved the look! Between the embroidered jeans and the vintage Levi’s jacket I could not have been more appropriately dressed to arrive at The Firebrand Hotel n Whitefish. Thank you Lori and Dan Avrill for allowing us to shoot on location.
Mixing the feminine and masculine always has a surprising effect. A camo or leather jacket over an evening gown for instance. In this case the army jacket with the print skirt worked well with the ever so on trend corset belt. And, high heels always work with a pencil skirt.
For cocktails and dinner a robe like dress with a short neutral slip makes for a comfortable dinner look. The print is a great backdrop for the YSL cross body bag and a statement necklace and vintage cuff seal the deal.
by Sonia Lovett | Aug 16, 2017 | Lifestyle
It looks like I ran away from home and this is my first cappuccino! Maybe that is why I brought along that book?
I am so thrilled that Kimonos are back. Actually, they have always been part of my wardrobe. I love the ease of throwing one over a pair jeans and a tank. Some signature jewelry and you’re off. Wearing basics with a pop of color makes for a casual chic combination.
Again a robe like dress with a short neutral slip dress makes for a comfortable dinner look.
