This Witchy Woman Wears Black: Bewitching And Beguiling Black Dresses

It's Halloween week, are you in the mood? Now that my little pumpkin is up

to her own tricks in The Big Apple, the holiday doesn't quite hold the same

excitement. What remains the same, is

the bewitching allure of black for me. 

It's my preference for Halloween or any day of the week. Fall Florals be damned!

   Alice + Olivia's Carter Leather Bustier Gown

Talk about a witchy woman!

Shop Bop

P.S. You can have this for Halloween, as Shop Bop

ships within 3 business days!

L'Wren Scott Sheer Yoke Dress

Alluring with three quarter sleeves

and a lady like length.

Barney's

MICHAEL KORS

Jewel Peplum Gown

An over-the-top look that's not for

the fashion faint of heart!

Marissa Collections

Markus Lupfer Knitted Dress with Sequin Bodice

This dress needs to be seen in motion.

Watch it on the runway at

ASOS

Topshop's Fringe Body-Con Dress
Channel your inner Bat Woman.
Less than $100 at
Nordstrom's

Faith ConnexionLeopard Jersey Long Dress
Love the illusion of this dress.
It's simple and subtle.
Shop Bop

Versace's Black Zipper Dress
My style exactly!
Forward By Elyse Walker

Rachel Zoe's Mermaid Maxi
What a look for the money!
Neiman Marcus

Dona Mizani's Mid Length Mesh Dress
About as alluring as you can get while
all covered up.
Boutique To You

Faux Leather Shoulder Dress
It's all about the subtle details in this LBD!
Boston Proper

The Premier Dress
Just a fabulous dress with an 
even better price tag!
Shabby Apple

Tadashi Shoji Jersey Illusion Gown
Elegant and alluring at the same time.
Neiman Marcus

And you can find a sleeveless version of this
at Nordstrom's in cobalt or black

Natori Cocoon Shirt Dress
Your "go to" dress on the days you
want to be comfy! With 10% Spandex,
it stretches!
Natori

Need More Choices?

Black Dresses

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Spooky, scary, sweet or sophisticated...
Whatever your mood is this Halloween,
Here's inspiration for you!

Halloween Pumpkin Punch
Ho Ho Hum and a bottle of rum! This drink packs a punch and the dry ice sets an eerie stage for some frightful fun!
Honestly Yum

Mini Pumpkin Cupcakes With
Marshmallow Frosting
Have fun with the printed labels....eat at your own risk, etc.
Cinnamon Girl

Chocolate Mice

Yikes! Mice. These coco cuties will have everyone at the party running for more. See the recipe at

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Candy Corn Pudding
I just love the look of these. They are so simple to make, too!
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Yummy Gooey Monster Cookies
Love the neon colors, a little outside the pumpkin for Halloween
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Screwed-Up Screwdriver
A 'spirited" cocktail for Halloween
Martha Stewart

Invisible Lollipops

These confections are clearly chic!

Martha Stewart

Pumpkin Downcakes Topped 
with Bleeding Figs
Almost too pretty to eat!
Saveur

Skeleton Gingerbread Men

Who says gingerbread is just for Christmas?  These cute cookies get a chocolatey remake at

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Vampire Cocktail

Satisfy your sweet tooth and your thirst with this creepy cocktail. Love how it is served!

Cooking Channel TV

Poppy Cheddar Moon Crackers

If you really want to impress, try making your own crackers. These will find your guests howling at the moon!

Gourmet

Pumpkin Punch Bowl

Bobbing for apples has never looked so good. This is easy to do.

Good Housekeeping

Pumpkin Chocolate Spiderweb Tart

Lovely to look at, but make that web topping at your own risk!

Handle The Heat

Ghostly Custard

A tasty way to get everyone at the table in the Halloween "spirit"

Taste Of Home

Orange Jack-o'-Lanterns with Sorbet
Frozen friends for dessert!
Martha Stewart

Spiced Apple Cider
Fill up the whole house with the fragrance of Fall!
The Kitchn

Candy Corn Cookie Pizza
Here's one we all can make. 5 ingredients and 15 minutes
that's all it takes.
Spoonful

Creepy Creature Cake

This monstrosity makes a massive impact! Get the kids involved.

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Witchy Black Candy Apples

Frightfully fun and sophisticated.

Spoonful

Dark and Stormy Death Punch

The adults will drink this rum concoction at their own risk!

Recipe at

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Heavy Metals: All Things That Shimmer And Shine

Having a penchant for all things that shimmer and shine, I decided to
treat us all to a bright shiny day.
Here: 12 Of My Faves

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Thanks to Mad Men, the Bar Cart is popular again.
I think they add a retro charm to any room. I have
even seen them used in a master bath, for towels
and cosmetics. The above image is vintage, but you
can find several perfect picks at
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Valentin Yudashkin F/W 2013

Lisa Jarvis Empire Chest.

Love the way just a small amount of 

metallic makes this stunning chest pop.

Zinc Door

Jil Sander Metallic Fingerless Gloves
Fabulous! And so edgy with a sleeveless outfit.
Saks

It's all in the details when comes to

a terrific table.  Here Dwell Studio's

Urchin Objet (also available in shiny 

gold, shiny silver, white, and matte silver)

make a bold statement at each place setting.

A Bold Metallic Eye 

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Stila Magnificent Metals Foil Finish Eye Shadow

in Comex Copper, Comex Platinum, and Vintage

Black Gold available at Sephora

Bernhardt Anjali Office Furniture
Geometrically chic! A touch of metal
elevates the work space. Love!
Neiman Marcus

L'Wren Scott's Gold Silk Sequined Sheath
Loved mixing the metallic with velvet. 
Net-A-Porter

Heavy Metal Nails

Estée Lauder Pure Color Nail Lacquer in 
Brushed Gold at Nordstrom's. Formula X for Sephora The Chromes in Need for Speed, Sephora.  Maybelline New York Color Show Holographics in Lavender Lustre, Target.  Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour in Alchimie, Nordstrom's

Roberto Cavalli - Calf Leather Ankle Strap Pump
Though I am partial to a pointy toe, the heel 
detail on this shoe is just fabulous!
Zappos

Metallic Pouf

Global chic and oh so versatile in your home.
Add a tray on top to make it a table. Tucks away in
 a corner to be used when extra seats are needed.
Viva Terra

CC Skye's Red Carpet Clutch
This bag is elegant with an edge
CC Skye


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