This Witchy Woman Wears Black: The LBD

(Via Hayden Williams)

I have Halloween on the top of my mind, and that brings visions of witches wearing black. No matter what haute hue the good folks at Pantone decide is the color of the year, my favorite is always black. It is the one color that, without fail, looks good and also makes me feel good!  A little black dress (aka LBD) is an essential part of any woman's wardrobe. .When in doubt, wear it. It is almost always appropriate. I can use a new one. How about you?

HERE: 12 Chic Choices

Contrast Collar Crepe Dress 

Here's a fresh take on a vintage look. I think it works well with the leggings. Without them, the look might be too sweet.

Ralph Lauren

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Stretch Wool Sheath with Brooch

Oh be still my heart! This dress is so Audrey, isn't it?

Made with a stretch wool, this body conscious dress will get you noticed in the best possible way.

Style Bop

St. John Collection

Asymmetrical Crepe Dress

Figure flattering and ever so proper for anything!

Nordstrom

Marina Floral-Lace Cocktail Dress

This is just so pretty. It is a blend of demure and sexy. It's less than $100, too!

Last Call Neiman Marcus

Halston Heritage Faille Dress

Cocktails anyone? There isn't a party in town that you couldn't wear this dress.  It's feminine and confident.

Halston

Maggy London Illusion Dress

This budget friendly dress is vintage inspired yet still a chic choice for the modern girl

Nordstrom

Burberry Leather Panel Silk Sheath

Love the feminine silhouette of this dress with just a bit of edge.

Burberry

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Reversible Mid-Calf Dress

Not only can you wear this dress anywhere, you can wear it two ways! Quite sexy in jersey. See it on the runway at

Shop Bop

Akris Wool Satin Dress

Everything about this dress is so right. It's sophisticated and has flawless tailoring.

SAKS

Altuzarra Marlene Dress

This perfectly sultry sheath is almost sold out but I found broken sizes at Barney's New York and Saks

Hybrid Pencil Dress

Love the details of this little dress. The flirty peplum hemline and shirring make it special, especially for the price. See it on the runway at

ASOS

Wolford Karen Dress

Comfort and style. Anyone who wears Wolford hosiery, knows of the comfort they offer. This dress has alot going for it - from the boat neckline to the shirring and empire bodice. It's just fab!

Wolford

Famous Frocks

The Little Black Dress

This 175 page book features iconic LBD's from from the slinky Ava Gardner to the demure Audrey Hepburn.

Mod Cloth

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Wedding Wednesday: Here Comes The Groom

(Via Inslee Designs)

The groom. The poor guy is often under appreciated when it comes to the wedding. In fact, all eyes are always on the bride. But in reality, his look is as important as the bride's. Afterall, he is in all of the wedding photos, too. So today I celebrate the groom with these 

12 Style Inspirations

Calvin Klein
Love this look! Macys has several of CK's tuxedos all on sale. Get yourself a silver vest and tie and you have a fabulous evening look.
Macy's

Hugo Boss

This black wool tuxedo is classically cool and can arrive via Free Next Day delivery.

Nordstrom's Mens Shop

Accessorize
One of the ways the groom has to show his personality is to accessorize! I like to think that the groom will have a style of his own, with the groomsmen coordinating with himself and the bride's attendants.  Look to Barney's New York for a great selection of fine accessories.
Barney's New York

Ralph Lauren Anthony Dinner Jacket

To me, the dinner jacket is the ultimate in a well dressed man. I have visions of Mr. Shop This wearing this chic coat one day.

Ralph Lauren

Simple and Elegant
Delicate, fragrant stephanotis blossoms, nestled in a bright green leaf, add a refined touch to a white-tie ensemble. Keep it simple.
Colin Cowie Weddings

Burberry Formal Shirt
Crisp cotton in the whitest white. A slim fit ensures a neat look when you toss the jacket on the dance floor.
Burberry

Tommy Hilfiger Tuxedo Separates

With prices this low, there is no need to rent.

Macy's

GQ states: A proper boutonniere is a simple flower stuck in the buttonhole of one’s lapel.  I have seen many that look as if the guy is wearing a garden. Not a good look. The above is picture perfect.

Style Me Pretty

Versace Collection
Trim Fit Navy Tuxedo
For the alternative groom or any guy who watched Father Of The Bride. This is cutting edge. it also is one of the hottest colors now for the tux!
Nordstrom

French Cuffs and Cuff Links
Even if the wedding is not a formal or black tie event, surely a suit will be worn.  A French Cuff shirt with cufflinks always elevates a look. Again, look to Barney's for a fine selection of shirts and links.
Barney's New York

The Proper Shoe
According to GQ, these three looks from Top to bottom: John Varvatos,  Salvatore Ferragamo, Yves Saint Laurent, are all good choices. And I agree. I like the shiny.

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