Tuesday Trend: Straight From The Shoulder

This is my favorite trend of the season, and I have been wearing it for years. You realize that a girl doesn't gain weight in her shoulders, right? It's a wonderful way to cover your arms but still look a bit flirty.  Leaving something to the imagination is always interesting. If you give the trend a try this year, don't forget to add a little glow with lotion or powder on your shoulders. 

HERE: 12 Tops That Show Some Shoulder

So Sexy Cold-Shoulder Ruched Top
Casually chic and so easy to wear. This slimming style will be your go to top. It's so affordable, you can have more than one of the fab five colors.
Boston Proper

Proenza Schouler Pussy Bow Crop Top & Blouse
One of my very favorite looks of the season. Find the Crop Top at Neiman Marcus and the Peasant Blouse at Net-a-Porter 

Alea Peplum Top
I really like all of BCBG's black and white this year. The peplum top with long sleeves is really good.
BCBG 

Ralph Lauren Collection Poncho
Chic in cashmere, I love the asymmetrical style of this effortless topper.
Ralph Lauren

Splendid Avery Off The Shoulder Tee
If you have ever worn splendid tees, you know how comfy and soft they are. The styling of this tee shows that the trend does not have to be overly sexy. 
Anthropologie 

Sydney Peasant Top
If I had a special event, I would certainly consider this top and skirt. It's just so elegant with a certain fairy tale quality to the look.
Alice + Olivia

Prabal Gurung Knit Dress
Everything about this dress is just fab! 
Fwrd

Navy Structured Off The Shoulder Top

A pretty pick for the girl that wants a less fitted top. The length is super good for seat coverage even in leggings. The price is right!

ASOS  

Alexander McQueen Sangallo Off The Shoulder Dress

Fun, flirty, and feminine, this dress is fabulous with a price tag to match.

Saks Fifth Avenue

Cassiopia Tee

A fitted silhouette, a sexy rollover neckline, and so soft jersey at an affordable price, makes this a winner.  Available in eight shades.

Free People

Farrow Port Top

I love the sleeves of this piece and the longer length. It's very romantic, don't you think?

Need Supply 

Caroline Constas Lou Top

A retro pinstripe print makes this top very denim friendly, and the high/low hem adds interest.
Scoop NY

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Forever Young: Happy Birthday Leap Day Girls!

After waiting four years to celebrate a "real birthday," Leap Day Girls deserve to par-tay. Today I send my college roomie, Janna, a virtual hug on her special day. You and the rest of the Leap Day ladies are truly forever young. Cheers to you all. Let's party!




HERE:  Ten Party Perfect Picks

Script Birthday Banner
Birthday Banners make a stylish statement at any party, but most look childlike. Loved this simple cursive style for grown up gigs.
Party Lemonade at Etsy

Philosophy Birthday Girl Set
Need a $20 gift? Here it is. Girls of all ages will love this.  The presentation makes it a fun table gift for a birthday lunch or dinner.
Nordstrom

Drinking Buddy Markers
Who needs wine charms when you can have cabana boys in speedos? The girls will go wild over these masculine markers.
Swoozies

Celebration Shot Glasses
The perfect bar accessory for a Girls Night Out celebration. Cheers!
Charming Charlie

Cake Toppers
Candles are fine but this set of three Ninja Star Toppers is super fun. 
Food52

Kate Spade New York Glitter Shoes
Leap Year Girls have to sprinkle glitter wherever they go. I was gifted with these tennies by Ms. Shop This. They are just too much fun! See the collection at
Zappos Couture

Birthday Balloons & More
One of my fave Etsy Shops is Mod Party. You will find everything you need for the best party ever! Loving these balloons and gift boxes.
Mod Party  

A Party Without Cake is Just a Meeting Tray
Isn't that the truth? A lovely way to serve the birthday girl her just desserts. It is a great price and now reduced by 40%.
Nordstrom

Chocolate Trilogy Cake
Because a birthday isn't complete without cake. This beauty features a "chocolate cheesecake bottom, topped with milk chocolate mousse, finished with white chocolate mousse, and garnished with semi-sweet shavings, sprinkled with confectionery sugar." I would love to get this in the mail!
Neiman Marcus 

Vice Collection Champagne Bears

And not just any champagne, my friends, these have been made with Dom Pérignon Vintage Champagne!  The Bubblelicious bears sparkle in flavors of classic Brut and fashionable Rose. Love this!
Sugarfina



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Foodie Friday: Good As Gold ~ Wolfgang Puck Recipes & Cooks Tools

( Via Bonappetit)

Master Chef, Wolfgang Puck, will for the 22nd year, set the culinary stage of the Governors Ball, following the 88th Academy Awards. He and his event staff of over 900 will feed 1500 guests more than 50 creative dishes. On this Foodie Friday, having a little Oscar fever, I pay homage to a chef who is good as the gold Oscar statues this weekend.

HERE: 15 Signature Dishes & Cooks Tools 

Wolfgang Puck's Truffled Chicken Pot Pie

This is an Oscar winning dish if I ever saw one! It was served at the 2010 Governor's Ball. Said to be easy, but with the truffles, truffle oil and truffle salt, it is surely expensive. In case your local market doesn't carry truffles, click below.

ABC News

Black Truffles   Truffle Oil   Truffle Salt

Crispy Potato Galette with Smoked Fish and Dill Crème

A Spago signature dish. How beautiful!

Food and Wine

Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

Leave it to Vogue to find the most fashion forward recipe. It isn't as difficult as it looks, and one could substitute a good old fashioned Pirouette cookie.

Vogue

Crab Louie
One of my favorite salads, and just so easy to make. What a beautiful presentation!
WolfgangPuck.com 

Orange Granita
Have you ever had this? It's delicious and a specialty of my brother-in-law Walt. It's easy and will certainly impress your guests.
Food Network

Spicy Chicken Pizza
This hearty pizza is a favorite at all of Wolfgang's restaurants and cafes. People rave about his pizza crust! I am going to give it a try.
Wolfgangpuck.com 

Wolfgang Puck All-Natural Pizza Dough Mix 
If making a pizza crust from scratch sounds too difficult, you may want to try Wolfgang's packaged crust mix.
HSN

Prime Mini Burgers with Cheddar Cheese and Rémoulade

No matter what your star status is in life, almost everyone loves a "slider." This recipe has been served at The Governor's Ball year after year.
Architectural Digest

Wolfgang Puck Bistro Elite 10-piece Nonstick Cutlery Set
I need this! It's a great value.
HSN  

Barbecued Shrimp with Ginger and Lime
I would eat this dish every day of the week.  Lime and ginger are the perfect pair with seafood. It's only 249 calories, peeps!
Fitness Magazine

Dessert Pancakes

Made with buttermilk and apricot jam. Mr. Shop This could certainly have breakfast for dessert!
Wolfgang Puck

Oscar Baked Macaroni and Cheese With Black Truffles
I so love elevating a simple recipe. In this case, of course, it's the truffles that do the trick.
Wolfgang Puck

Kitchentek

Wolfgang Puck Pressure Oven With Rotisserie

Wolfgang does alot of talking about the art of pressure cooking. My Mother was big on this, too. I am sure she would have owned this oven.

Bloomingdale's

Strawberry Shortcake
I have no idea why this Saturday is National Strawberry Day, but it is. So this American classic from Wolfgang is perfect. This is how Strawberry Shortcake should be done.
Pop Sugar

Yellow Finnish Potato with Creme Fraiche and Osetra Caviar
Now this is a baked potato that is worth the carbs! If you can believe I did a 30 minute search and only found the gold foil HERE

Food Network

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Gorgeous Gowns & All Things Glam

(Via Paper Fashion)

With The Oscars this Sunday, I have glamour on my mind. The Red Carpet with the gorgeous gowns, makeup, and accessories is the real show for me. So I thought we could play dress up today and "ooh and ahh" over some fabulous fashion.  What's your favorite look? Leave a comment and let me know. Mine is Christian Siriano's fluffy white gown. 

Marchesa Fall Winter 2016

This golden gown looks like "Oscar" itself. Always seen on the red carpet, Marchesa gowns were made for The Oscars and any other special occasion. The house offers two lines, including Marchesa Notte, the more affordable of the two.  See a selection of both lovely lines at 
Neiman Marcus 

Oscar De La Renta 
I love the shoe cam on a Red Carpet. The wrong shoes can ruin a great dress. These are so right!
Saks Fifth Avenue 

Fallon Dress
Because the Oscars is the inspiration today, almost all of these dresses are couture, which means they are very expensive. So I thought I would add this shimmery satin style by Rae Frances. It's only sold at Free People and is less than $250.
Free People

Natalie Dissel Jewelry
A mix of Sri Lankan sapphires and Brazilian tourmalines, these gorgeous gems are what glam cam dreams are made of on the red carpet. I discovered this jeweler at
Moda Operandi

Ralph Lauren Fall 2016
This two piece look by RL Collection is modern day glam. The Marissa Lame Skirt and Carmen Cropped Turtleneck is young and so much fun. Pre-order now.
Ralph Lauren 

Judith Leiber Bags
The bag you see most on the Red Carpet is a chic clutch by Judith Leiber. They are timeless and oh so elegant. See a big collection at
Neiman Marcus 

Valentino Couture
There always is a gorgeous gown by Valentino on every Red Carpet. The glamorous details are unmatched. Find an excellent selection of Valentino at YOOX, and even find some of it nicely reduced.
YOOX 

Monique Lhuiller
I would love to see some bright color again on the Red Carpet this Sunday. Didn't Jennifer Lopez really "bring it" in her own bright yellow at the Golden Globes? This marigold is marvelous. I don't believe it is still available, but you can see her Spring 2016 Collection at
Saks Fifth Avenue 

Christian Siriano Spring 2016

White is one of my favorite Red Carpet colors. Christian's Spring Collection is simply gorgeous. I can't find this dress anywhere, but Neiman's does have some very pretty pieces from this season.
Neiman Marcus 

The Vamp
A glamorous gown must have complimentary makeup. Jen nailed her look above at The Golden Globes. Barney's Beverley Hills beauty guru, Patrick Foley, breaks down 3 beauty trends, Vamp, Pretty, and Color Pop. Get the look...
Barneys New York

Naeem Khan Resort 2016
Oh how great is this? Kate Hudson thought it was the perfect pick for the Campari Calendar launch. See the collection at
Neiman Marcus

And if you are looking for a fabulous red jumpsuit, I think you will love this Cedric Charlier style at
Rent the Runway

Charlotte Tilbury Cosmetics
Makeup Artist, Charlotte Tilbury, was on the scene at The Golden Globes. I am obsessed with her shimmering shadows and pretty palettes! She gives step by step instructions for recreating the looks she gave to three attending stars. Pictured is Alicia Vikander. Love her glam eyes and natural looking glow. Very modern.
Nordstrom Beauty Blog

Michael Kors Collection Pre-Fall 2016

Oh how I love this dress! It's not for us to purchase yet, but you can see the Kors Spring Collection of gowns and dresses at...
Michael Kors

Zuhair Murad
A Red Carpet darling, Zuhair gowns are always some of my favorite. I love the youthful vibe. Jennifer Lawrence maybe?
Zuhair Murad 

Rockefeller Tassel Bib
The Oscar attendees will be dripping in diamonds Sunday night. If Fred Leighton or Lorraine Schwartz is not in your budget, look to Bauble Bar for statement making pieces that won't break the bank.
Bauble Bar

Naeem Kahn Spring 2016

I would just love to see this gown on the Red Carpet. It's a stunner, isn't it?
Zsa Zsa Bellagio

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