Wedding Wednesday: Best Dressed Guests

I am always amazed by the way some dress for a wedding. Honor
the Bride and Groom with dressing
up for this special occasion. Find
the answer to "What should I wear
to the wedding," here.

Lanvin's Washed Duchesse Satin Cocktail Dress
wins the prize for best dressed at any type
of wedding. Beyond beautiful!
Nordstrom's

Floral Print Tulle Dress by 

Jean Paul Gaultier Fuzzi. Simply lovely!

Nordstrom's

Temperley London's Long Aureila Dress
is super feminine and tasteful.  Just verify
that the bridesmaids aren't wearing pink.
Shop Bop

For a boho vintage vibe, this Johnny Wass
maxi might be perfect for an afternoon or
beach wedding.
Neiman Marcus

Alice + Olivia's flowing silk dress, in the most interesting red, will make a statement.
Bloomingdale's

Afternoon garden wedding? 
This pretty printed maxi is a sweet
and inexpensive choice.

Forever 21

A little black dress is always appropriate.
Donna Karan's Sculpted Infinity Dress is
a head turner. Now on sale at
Saks

Dennis Gagnon's study in black and white
is a modern look that makes a statement
even beyond the wedding.  This affordable
maxi can be dressed up or down.
SSENSE

Alice and Trixie's Tiffany dress is not for wallflowers. Heads will turn!
Alice and Trixie

Ted Baker's Floral Midi Dress is one hot look.
It's  body-conscious but still romantic.
Nordstrom's

Tori Burch's Codi Dress is
a frothy frock that's oh so feminine! 
The tulle skirt makes this a dancers dream.
Net-a-Porter

The Stormy Weather Dress by DSQUARED2
is really sensational and sophisticated.
Shop Bop

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Fireworks: Make Some For The 4th Of July

Next up, July 4th, and all the picnics, parties, parades and pools
that go with the holiday.

Here, inspiration, for creating your own fireworks with style.

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Leave it to Martha to have the perfect DIY
Firework project.  This beverage station is
zhushed up with paper fireworks. The beverage
server is a smart idea for entertaining. I 
think you'll like this one at Kohl's. Find the
decor details at Martha Stewart.

Free People's Bonita Sunshine Dress.
Love the abstract stripes. Add a little red
in your bracelets.
Free People

(Image Via Pinterest)

Even burgers by the bay can be served
with style. Get the look ....
Red Outdoor Pillows at World Market
Rattan Chargers priced right at Fab.
Mason Jar Mug at Paper-Source
Checked Napkins in Red & Blue, 
Sur La Table

Oscar de la Renta's Ikat Bubble is chic
children's wear.
Bergdorf Goodman

(Image Via Martha Stewart)

Beach bound for The 4th? Set the scene
and show your true colors. Get the look:
Red Adirondack Chairs World Market
Corsica Outdoor Pillow Collection at
World Market and drape Ralph Lauren's
Cable Beach Towel over each chair. 

Love a man in a dress shirt with sleeves rolled
up. Pair this crisp Hugo Boss shirt with white
chinos or indigo denim pants. Find it at
Nordstroms

(Image Via HGTV)

Pack a patriotic picnic. Red, white and blue
can be chic, too! Get the look:
Red Outdoor Rug at Amazon
Indigo Herringbone Throw at Serena & Lily
Boatman Geller Blue Serving Tray, Layla Grayce
Navy Outdoor Throw Pillows at Overstock.
Complete Wicker Picnic Basket Set, C Wonder.

Hot Dogs are a given for some 4th of July
celebrations.  Elevate the look of your
basic dog with Claudia Pearson's Dog Plates at West Elm

Pair the Georgette Trim V-Neck Cardi with 
your fave shorts or pants. It's the right
color without screaming The 4th. See it at
C. Wonder

Geometry Lessons: Design Shapes Up

This season, more than ever, geometry is shaping our sense of style.  Designers have used all the right angles in fashion and at home.  Here are some of my favorite looks. It all adds up to fab!

(Via Architectural Digest)

Kelly Wearstler's Bel-Air Home.

This powder room is geometric from 

every angle.

Chrissie Morris Alana Aztec Heel

Blue and Cream

Geometrics don't always equal modern

design. Case in point, this nursery designed

by New Arrivals. See it at

Layla Grayce

Fendi 'Geometric 2Jours - Medium' Leather 

Decidedly modern with a classic shape.

Nordstrom's

(Image Via Lee Jofa)

Mixing metals and geometrics is Kelly

Wearstler's specialty. Pictured above

her new line of wallcoverings for Lee Jofa.

Suede Cube Bootie in Trico by 

PIERRE HARDY

Forward Forward

(Image Via Age Of Design)

A little bit Jetson, but a whole lot of fun!

(Image Via Vogue)

See his Spring collection at 

Neiman Marcus

(Image Via Elle Decor)

Jonathan Adler and Simon Doonan's 

Florida home.  See a collection of 

Adler home goods at

Layla Grayce

Kotur Rene Minaudiere. Love this

cubist clutch! Fin it on sale at

Neiman Marcus

(Image Via Elle Decor)

Designer Muriel Brandolini went all

out with the geometric angle....cubes,

circles, and color blocking. What fun! 

I'd go back to Snail Mail with 

Blow Design Studio's paper line.

Write on!

Blow

Time's Ticking: The Best E-Gift Cards For Dads

What's better than a tie, a book
he doesn't have time to read, or 
more golf balls? An E-Gift Card
that promises not to be late.
Here: Ten ideas that will make
Dad happy this year.

I have told you about Cloud 9 before.  It is

all about giving Dad (or anyone) the time of

their life in the form of an experience. Read

all about it here. Since you can't actually

wrap up that Race Car he will get to drive,

sending an E-Gift Card makes sense.

Cloud 9 Living

Amazon is somewhere that even an Internet -phobe can understand. It's a no brainer, and it is guaranteed that Dad will find something

he likes.

Amazon

With designers life Belstaff, Lanvin, Tod's, Ferragamo...Barney's is THE place for the stylish man. Dad will be impressed with your own

sense of a style!

Barney's New York

If Dad is a clothes horse, he can always 

find something at Nordstrom, no matter

how old or what size he is.  Not to mention,

they hare now having an half yearly big sale

right now.  Not to mention, Free Shipping, always. This is a very good choice.

Nordstrom's

Because your Dad is fabulous! 

This is a terrific Internet site for 

design minded individuals. Different 

sales pop up each day. He'll get a 

kick out of his own fab finds.

Fab

Perhaps Dad needs a little manscaping.  If so, this is the place for him. No pink powder puffs or flowery scents.....just products for real

men. I think it is a pretty cool idea.

Grooming Lounge

For the hipster Dad, who doesn't own a polo pony. A well edited  assortment of contemporary designers and independent labels from the U.S. and abroad. 

Need Supply

I think all Dads "get" Best Buy. And with

products at all price points, it's a good bet..or make that a Best Buy! Even if you don't want

to do a Gift Card, you could make it easy on

yourself by selecting a gift on line, then picking

it up on in the store....saving time!

Best Buy

If Dad likes unique things, he will love this

retailer. They definitely think outside of the

box with their innovated collection.

Uncommon Goods

If Dad is a budget shopper (and most of

the all) Target is his playground. He can

find things for his man cave, the garage,

his poker nights, and his closet. Make the

gift card $50 or more and his selections

ship for free. He'll love it!

                                  Target 

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  for gift ideas for the Hip Dad....