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A trend to keep: the Maxi-Dress

Posted July 25th, 2008 by Dora P.
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As opposed to last years mini length this summer maxi dress was on everyone's mind, both loved and hated. First maxi dresses appeared in major spring/summer 2008 collections and then they were seen on all "it" girls of the moment. While a one-color dress looks too occasion wear or beachwear (if it's jersey), a printed maxi-dress is the easiest way to an elegant look for daywear. Romantic, flowing, printed long-dresses seems to be this summer's hit and not only.

maxi-dress summer 2008

1st row: Biba, D&G, Stella McCartney, Etro and Matthew Williamson.

2nd row: Ralph Lauren, Roberto Cavalli, Collette Dinnigan and Diane von Furstenberg.

Bohemian Summer

Posted July 25th, 2008 by Dora P.
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Inspired by the 60s and the 70s fashions, boho style (bohemian) has returned and looks more chic than ever. Boho-chic style keeps main hippie features: ethnic influences, DIY looks (tie-dye and patchwork), raw fabrics and materials (canvas, straw, wood) mixing them with heirloom pieces like lace dresses, embroidered linen blouses and crochet shawls, vintage men's hats, shoes and belts but also with glam and modern accessories like the latest "it" bag or the ultimate pair of shoes, metallic sparkles or fancy jewelry.

Boho Chic summer 2008

D&G, Donna Karan,Topshop Unique and Veronique Branquinho

Hot Town, Summer In The City...

Posted July 18th, 2008 by Dora P.
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It's definitely a hot summer here, where I'm living...I cannot describe it. Or, yes I can: for a stroll around town the most appropriate outfit is a breezy teeny white dress, cute flats, a light straw shoulder bag and a straw hat. Add cool looking sunglasses (60s style is hip now) and a statement necklace. I love this green jade one from Nordstrom.

Effortlessly Chic

Posted June 28th, 2008 by Dora P.
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Instant chic without any effort: throw a dress on you (a floral frock is perfect for summer), put on some cute flats, add a wide brim hat and a large clutch bag and off you go. I was inspired by the lady-like styles of the late-fifties early-sixties time but with more sex-appeal, you know BB (Brigitte Bardot) looks.
Enjoy! :)

Eco-preppy-chic

Posted June 28th, 2008 by Dora P.
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What to wear when you have a busy outdoor day? Shorts and a floaty blouse, of course. I love mixing feminine details with boy-meets-girl factor like this lace-smock top and white frame sunglasses with plaid shorts, trilby hat and converse-like shoes. Style tip: leave the heavy leather bag at home and choose one made of canvas.
Eco-preppy-chic

Style on a budget: Rodarte spring/summer 2008

Posted April 18th, 2008 by Dora P.
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Flapper style is one of my favorite moments in fashion so I'm glad that this season designers paid more attention to it. I was particularly inspired by the modern-flapper look Rodarte showed on its spring 2008 collection: I love the floppy hat and the sheer, loose clothes. Gladiator heels and fingerless gloves bring the needed modern vibe.

Rodarte spring 2008

Rodarte spring 2008

"I love a good rain" outfit

Posted April 4th, 2008 by Dora P.
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I think that a real must have for this spring, before any other "imperatives" fashion editors will tout about, is a good raincoat. But utility doesn't have to mean unfashionable, just take a look at this cute and very stylish laminated linen trench. It has been raining for a week now and I've decided to face the gloomy weather with cheerful details such as floral prints and pops of bright pink. I love the combination between grey or nude shades and bright hues of pink, yellow and orange. Oh, and the clear bubble umbrella is just adorable, don't you think?

rainy day outfit

'Weeeee...it's weekend!' Outfit

Posted March 14th, 2008 by Dora P.
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For every girl out there who can still enjoy weekends and doesn't have to work her ass off (gosh, no! I'm not talking about me) I put together a cute outfit for a sunny, chilly, early spring free day. You might need an overcoat, though.

weekend outfit

weekend outfit

8 March Outfit

Posted March 7th, 2008 by Dora P.
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I wish you all fashionistas out there a Happy International Women's Day and here is my idea for a perfect 8 March outfit: sweet, feminine but also very modern thanks to masculine accents such as a loose silver blazer and a wide watch cuff.

International Women's Day OutfitInternational Women's Day Outfit

Color Clash Diva

Posted February 1st, 2008 by Dora P.
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Played a little with Polyvore, again...

Bright blue...golden yellow...short hem...ruffles...oxfords. Only a strong, high self-esteem woman could wear such a clash outfit and that led me to a Diva look - 80s style.


Color Clash Diva

Outfit for a busy weekend

Posted January 19th, 2008 by Dora P.
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I played a little with polyvore.com (I even put a little cute background there, see?) and here is the result. I was thinking at an outfit suitable for a busy weekend, you know, when you pick up the threads of your social life, finally going shopping or showing up at a cultural event or going on a quick trip - that kind of busy. Chic, flirty and comfy.


perfect outfit for a busy weekend

Chic Friday Outfit

Posted January 18th, 2008 by Dora P.
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Most companies have a casual friday dress code, but what would you say about a chic friday code? You could choose your favorite trends of the season and create your own fashionable smart look. My favorite styles: the 3/4 quarter sleeve jacket worn with cuff bracelets, the pencil skirt, ankle boots, oversized structured handbag, and the yellow top (i'm in love with this one from Phillip Lim).

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