"What to wear today?" - World Cup Suggestion

You can't spell this summer without mentioning the 2014 World Cup. Even if you are not a football fan, you still might accept a trip to Brazil to make it up to your partner for all those romantic-movie-night evenings or you simply want to get in the sports spirit like everyone else. No matter the case, here is an outfit suggestion worthy of a sports superstar that will help you be the center of attention - and the new Carrie Bradshaw thanks to the fabulous and completely out-of-place Baguette.

1. DKNY organza bomber jacket - $395 | 2. Fendi embellished Baguette bag - $6.600 | 3. Pierre Hardy sneakers - $525 | 4. Alexander Wang mini dress - $1.295 | 5. Maison Martin Margiela gold-plated ring - $460 | 6. Marni mesh visor - $245

Would you rock this look?

"What to wear to work today?" - Outfit Suggestions for the Office

When you are a woman working in an office - whether you are a lawyer, a journalist or a secretary - the environment asks for a certain way of dress-code that may not be written, but is certainly important. Throughout the years there have been many debates over the 'appropriate' subject and unfortunately many young women get scolded by their bosses everyday for dressing 'inappropriately', just because no one has shown them what they should wear to the office.

For that reason, I have decided to do a post where I will show you what 'appropriate' means in the office for a summery workday and will hopefully inspire you to dress in a stylish, and yet a well behaved way.

The Pants

1. Valentino pants - $990 | 2. Miu Miu pants - $745 | 3. Etro pants - $560 | 4. Stella McCartney pants - $595

One of the most often pieces of clothing worn to the office are of course the pants. They are a popular item for two reasons: 1. they are very comfortable and 2. they give women a masculine touch, a dose of confidence and more power. There are two styles that are appropriate to the office - the ankle-length pants and the long pants. Any other length that is above the ankle may seem inappropriate and almost beach-like. Remember that the pants should always be in a neutral, preferably darker solid color.

Menswear Wrap-up

It's the end of Menswear Fashion Week (everywhere) and Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week as well. And of course I haven't posted anything in a month and feel terrible about it, so why not try and make it up for you! First of all, I am working on a new collection and second, I will present you my top collections from the Menswear F/W 2013 Fashion Week.

What: Fendi

Why I love it: An extremely beautiful graphic collection, following the womenswear S/S 2013 one. I love the colors, the beautifully shaped coats and all the fur. Call me tacky, but I'd carry those fur bags, I'd warm my hands in the fur handwarmers and even wear those fur boots! (Chanel F/W 2010, it's your fault)

Craving: The yellow coat present above.

What: Valentino

Why I love it: A very serious, maybe a bit one-note collection, but definitely beautifully executed and sharp. Love the tailoring, all the male clutches (I did not just say that), the fur details and the leather panels on all the jackets. Also gorgeous styling, a step forward from the usual Valentino shows.

Craving: The gray cape with black leather panels.

What: Burberry Prorsum

Why I love it: Whatever Bailey produces for Burberry Prorsum, it is going to end on my best-shows list. The only difference between shows is the degree of craving the items presented. Although I've seen much more interesting work in the previous seasons, I do love this collection because of the subtle animal prints (yes, I started liking animal prints this season, they're everywhere), the fun heart printed pieces, sexy messenger bags and classic military coats.

Craving: The leopard printed sunglasses. They're so gonna be a must-have!

What: Gucci

Why I love it: Another beautiful collection by Frida. Like Burberry, Gucci always ends up on my list because it is definitely my style. Classic, sexy and trendy clothes spiced up with bright colors and houndstooth prints. Loved the chunky sweaters, all the bags and evening wear.

Craving: The leather bag pictured above. 

What: Salvatore Ferragamo

Why I love it: A new edgy mood I've never felt before at Ferragamo, I must say I am pleasantly surprised. I loved all the leather pieces, accessories as well as the sweaters. The coats were perfection as always. 

Craving: The insanely beautiful gray cape from above. I never knew I wanted a cape but there you go, I want a cape. BADLY.

What: Louis Vuitton

Why I love it: A wise man once said - If you want to know the real me, look into my closet (okay I totally made that up, but it sounds better when said like that). The Louis Vuitton collection is everything I need in my closet - starting with the coats, the pants, all the sweaters, bomber jackets, parkas and everything in between. I also found the silk flower printed suits and robes at the end magnificent. If I had this I would never buy clothes again. (okay, lying)

Craving: The answer to this would be everything, but let's settle down for the striped poncho with a fur-lined hat.

What were your favorite shows?

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Fashionable in Italy

I don't usually post my personal things on this blog, such as real life pictures of places I've visited and stuff (probably because I don't travel to exotic places very often + I'd like to keep my blog more focused on my work) BUT I did go to Italy two months ago and I thought - why not share some fashionable pictures with you.

I was truly fascinated by all the gorgeous boutiques I visited in Rome, Florence and Venice.
Here are some of the pictures I took.






Would you go visit? I'm sure you would.

Neon Fairytale

Hah, just thought I should share this with you!

It's my pretty much failed project, a long planned editorial featuring Spring 2011's IT pieces.
It was supposed to have several shots with princesses like Snow White, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty and many more.
And this is the first shot that I actually finished, unfortunately school got the best of me and I never got to finish the rest. Who knows, maybe I will this summer!


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PS. It's killing me that I have wardrobe chosen for every girl.. and I simply don't have the time to finish it. Boo!
PS (again). In case I do make more shots I promise to share them with you.

A StaRoyal Wedding

Again, apologies for not posting for such a long time.

Other activities are unfortunately delaying my posts, first of all because I want to have personal-made by myself things to post rather than repost news that have already been posted everywhere else.
Also I have some good news, I am working on my Fall/Winter 2011/12 collection right now which has been fully sketched, I just need to finish making it in Illustrator and do some final touches.
But for now, I have something very up-to-date, which is of course the Royal Wedding.
The fact that normal people can't get invited to the ceremony, and even less to the evening reception, can't stop us Stardollians from attending the wedding in our virtual world!
And for that reason my doll flew to London 5 days ago to attend that gorgeous wedding, and here is what she wore:

Day 1 - The Ceremony


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Along with the invitation came a dress-code which was several pages long, describing what an appropriate or inappropriate outfit would be for the ceremony held in Westminster Abbey. Going along the appropriate way of course, I chose to wear a Fall 2010 Victoria Beckham dress, nude satin Miu Miu sandals (sold at net-a-porter.com), a burgundy Hermes croc clutch and the most important part of the outfit - a fascinator hat. I contacted Philip Treacy and I got this gorgeous rose hat presented back in 2000. A rose gold ring finished the look.

Day 1 - The Evening Reception


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There wasn't a dress code for the evening reception which only meant one thing - guests could go as bold as they can. For that reason I chose to wear this gorgeous Spring 2005 Alexander McQueen dress, which had been locked in my closet for 6 years, waiting for the right occassion. Since we did not have much time to change for the reception, I kept the same hair&makeup, including the Miu Miu sandals and jewelry. The other thing I traded was the rose Treacy hat for this gorgeous vintage striped feather hat that perfectly complimented the dress.

Day 2 - Shopping in London


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My second day in London was reserved for shopping of course - and I definitely respected the classic sentence "Shop til' you drop". Since I rarely go to London for any other purpose than London Fashion Week, I decided to sport mainly British designers during the wedding period. For that purpose I wore a Pre-fall 2010 Burberry dress, Fall 2010 leopard Balmain coat and studded Sonia Rykiel platform sandals. I finished the look with gold Ray Ban aviator sunglasses and an Alexander McQueen clutch.

Day 3 - A Royal Lunch


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My 3rd day in London was close to perfect, as I got invited to a lunch thrown by Prince William and Catherine, Dutchess of York. I am a close friend to London-based designer Mary Katrantzou, and she was very kind to send me this gorgeous dress from her Spring 2011 collection. I accessorized with my favorite Miu Miu heels, the rose gold ring and a flower headpiece I had bought the other day in London.

Day 4 - The Tea Party


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As a "thank you" to all the close friends that were invited to the wedding and who had stayed in London for a longer period of time, the royal couple threw a private tea party in Buckingham Palace. For this goodbye party I wore a dress from another London-based designer, Marjan Pejoski. I finished the look with the Miu Miu heels, a Sonia Rykiel puff headpiece, a plastic Fendi clutch from the Spring 2010 collection and a pearl ring.

And now my doll is back in New York, missing the British wedding days. I hope you liked the fashions I've sported at this event. I honestly can't wait for another occassion like this to get all glammed up for, since it has been such a fantastic experience!

My Christmas Picks

Oh yes, it's that time of the year when we all choose gifts!

For family and friends - and for ourselves as well, duh.
Influenced by the amusing post on style.com about what fashionistas would get their closest people - and themselves for Christmas, I decided to make one for myself as well.
Of course, dreaming is allowed, so I took my post to a level matching theirs. I bet Rachel Zoe won't buy herself a 100.000$ picture and a car at the same time! (at least I hope I'm not wrong)
Anyway, here are my carefully chosen gifts for the people who make my life better than it really is. Enjoy!

I am a Shoe Sketcher

Yeap, that's right! I have a new obsession :D

And that's sketching shoes :P
It's much different than Stardoll graphics cause after all, those were very realistic, whilst here I use weird sketching shapes and a new program.


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From left: Versace Spring 2010, Fendi Spring 2010, Versace Spring 2010, V&R Spring 2010

McQueen Tribute and Die B!tch!

We had an assignment in art class to do 2 drawings that will be detailed and be drawn by pencil only.

And I was like, omg this is gonna rock! That's exactly what I do all the time!
And ofc I started drawing fashion. Like I can draw something else :D

The first drawing I made was a McQueen tribute. I miss him so much. God damn you for killing yourself!


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On the drawing you see McQueen Spring 2010 Dress, 2 pairs of amazing Armadillo shoes and 2 legendary McQueen clutches.

The second drawing I did was still connected to death, but this time translated on the paper. I have always loved these spooky horrorish things so here we go.


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On first model: Chanel Spring 2010 dress, V&R Spring 2010 Flower Shoes
On second model: Dolce&Gabbana Spring 2010 Dress, Fendi Spring 2010 Shoes

OMG I am totally in love with the ELLE March 2010 Editorial

Little White Lie
Elle US March 2010
Shot by: Horst Diekgerdes
Model: Alyona Osmanova


*I smell gorgeous Fendi somewhere around here*

Gorgeous clothes, aren't they.

Come back tonight to read about the first day of New York Fashion Week!
Review of every collection of the day.