Closet Makeover

After moving into my new place, I realized it is time for a closet makeover.  My inspiration is a mixture of Kimora Lee Simmons and Barbie's closets.  It is time to buy new clothes, change the carpet, paint the walls, and hang sheers in the entryway of the closet.  I'm choosing leopard print for the carpet and pink for the walls and sheers.  This is an exciting undertaking.  I can't wait to see the finished product.  My bedroom is decorated the way I want it to be.  The colors are pink and brown.  My bed has a pink and brown toile pattern with polka dots along the trim.  The curtains have the same matching pink and brown polka dot pattern even though I did not purchase them as a set.  I found the curtains online at Target and the bedding was purchased from Amazon.com.

THE DIVA, LADY BEE!

BEYONCE IS LOOKING FABULOUS AND FIERCE JUST ONE MONTH AFTER GIVING BIRTH TO DAUGHTER BLUE IVY. LADY BEE STEPPED OUT IN AN ALICE BY TEMPERLY RUCHED DRESS, ALEXANDER MCQUEEN CLUTCH, AND CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN STILETTOS.

Fashion News Roundup

1. The highly anticipated collection, Celine is cancelling their runway show this season due to the label's creative director's pregnancy.  Phoebe Philo will give birth to her third child in April.  She will show her collection during an intimate setting.  Tickets will be hard to come by though.  Check back for pictures and videos of the collection.
2. Model Alessandra Ambrosio recently walked the runway for the Colcci collection while five months pregnant.  She looked fabulous!
3. Karl Lagerfeld's lower priced line for Net-A-Porter launched on January 25th!
4. Jason Wu for Target hits stores this Saturday, Feb. 5th!
5.  Christian Louboutin and Yves Saint Laurent returned to court to argue their appeal over the right to the red sole.  Dian Von Furstenberg came to support Louboutin.
6. Nanette Lepore is coming to JC Penney!  Fabulous!
7. Doo Ri is collaborating with Macy's!  I can't wait to shop this line.

FASHION NEWS ROUNDUP

 *Dillard's will donate over $1.6 million to the Ronald McDonald House Charities thanks to all of the shoppers who purchased a copy of the Southern Living Cookbook @ Dillard's.
*The CEO of Urban Outfitters has resigned. This is a tough blow for the company who is already facing financial woes. Urban Outfitters' stock has plummeted due to investors walking away from the compa...ny. Their financial problems will probably increase due the resignation of Glen Senk.
*The Crocs company announced yesterday they made $1 billion from the sales of their shoes. Hideous looking they may be, it seems these shoes are not going away any time soon.
*Skechers is replacing their spokeswoman Kim Kardashian with a dog! The french canine will soon appear in ads for the company.
*Finally, mark your calendars! Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week will take place from 2/9 to 2/16.

Body Shape: Bottom-Heavy or Pear

Women with this body shape should bring attention to their small waist and create an even balance between their bust and hips.  In order to achieve this look, select trousers that are tailored, have a flat-front, and wide or straight legs.  You want to choose dark wash jeans that flare at the ankle or straight leg and have stretch fabric.  A-line, wrap or draped skirts and dresses are other fantastic options.  Avoid prints on the bottom half of your body.  Skinny pants or jeans are not flattering, as they will create the dreaded ice-cream cone affect.  Avoid jeans with embellishments.  The fabrics you select should not be too loose and not too form-fitting.

Body Shape: Boyish

Women with a boyish shaped body (straight up and down), look fabulous when they create the illusion of curves.  Select pieces that showcase your small waist.  To create the illusion of an hour glass figure, choose pleated and peplum skirts and dresses; as they will add roundness to your bottom half.  Ruffles, bows, and v-necks create the illusion of a bigger bust.  Have fun with prints, but you should not go overboard.  Shirt dresses and wrap dressesalso add curves.  If you do not want to add curves but still want to look chic, A-line and shift dresses are perfect options.

FASHION NEWS:

1. KARL LAGERFIELD HAS A NEW LOWER PRICE LINE CALLED "KARL." THE LINE WILL DEBUT ON JANUARY 25, 2012 ON NET-A-PORTER. SIGN UP AT NETAPORTER.COM FOR UPDATES.
2. PANTONE HAS RELEASED THE 2012 COLOR OF THE YEAR, TANGERINE TANGO. THIS COLOR IS A REDDISH ORANGE AS SEEN IN THE SWATCH TO THE LEFT. DESIGNER'S WILL LIKELY USE THIS COLOR IN THEIR FALL 2012 COLLECTIONS. PANTONE WILL PARTNER WITH SEPHORA FOR A LIMITED EDITION BEAUTY LINE SET TO LAUNCH IN MARCH 2012. THE LINE WILL INCLUDE NAIL COLOR, EYE SHADOW, LIPSTICK, GLOSS, AND ACCESSORIES.
3. CHANEL'S NEWEST POLISH IS CALLED DIWALI. IT IS A METALLIC GOLD SHADE. EXPECT TO PURCHASE THIS POLISH IN THE SUMMER OF 2012. YOU CAN GET A SNEAK PEAK OF THIS SHADE AND CHANEL'S PRE-FALL 2012 RUNWAY SHOW AT FASHIONISTA.COM OR STYLE.COM.