Boots Without Fault

If you are looking for the perfect boot, you are in the right place. Below I have chosen the top 5 boots my clients have purchased for fall (catered to all different styles and personalities).

What boot is your favorite?

ENHANCE YOUR FEMININE STATUS

Naya - $249.95

-{Soft beige, sweet ruffles, and a heel height you won't mind}-

A CLASSIC INVESTMENT

Stuart Weitzman - $695

-{The wedge is comfortable, the color compatible with your floral tops, stipped pieces and favorite jewelry}-

DREAM COME TRUE

Isola - $319.95

-{Leaner, longer legs, and the perfect chic detailing to pair with your structured jackets and looks}-

DANCE IN THE RAIN

                                                         Sperry Stop Sider - $97.95

-{Look forward to walking through the city and puddles with no worry}-

FOR ALL OCCASIONS

                            

            Born- $179.95

-{Could there be a more perfect day-to-day boot? The perfect balance between comfort and style.}-

"And we dressed from head to toe in love...the only brand that never goes out of style."

-Carrie Bradshaw

A More Sophisticated Leopard Print

Peak Through Your Layer

-{Similar dress at Vince Camuto}-

What some women tend to fear is that the print will overwhelm their body and take over. The best tip is to simply add a cardigan or a blazer to keep it low key.

A Little Here, A Little There

-{Find the look at Ann Taylor}-

Budget friendly and great to wear with many pieces you own. Leopard print shoes are the hottest way to wear the trend this fall.

Wear last seasons purchase right now

-{Similar bag by Nine West}-

Last season it was all about leopard print bags, this season add it to your fall wardrobe with great boots and skinny pants for an everyday kind-of look.

"You need to know what you want and who you are, and you have to convey it to others quickly so that you shine at first impression." - Burberry's Christopher Bailey

Forever Together: Fur + Leather

Carole McClellan's future was destined to be in the art of fashion. At age 14 she fell in love with an expensive leather jacket she couldn't afford, which led her to a profession of making pieces for others to cherish. I felt the need to share her talent, her home, and her work. What you may not know about Carole: she left college after just one semester to seek a living as a designer, using strictly:

|fur + leather|.

Seattle Met Buzz

To the right: Refurbished Persian lamb funnel-neck coat ($3,260)

To the left: Refurbished Saga black cross mink vest ($2,350)

Made to Order

I have been in closets where women have beautiful leathers and furs that are just sitting there. Really, all it needs is a little altering in the shoulders, but if you really want to take it apart, Carole can make custom pieces you can wear. According to Carole, "A piece that has been passed down can be retouched and last another 20 years."

Her Loft: Home and Studio

Carole's attention to detail took my breath away. From consultation to drawing, designing to sewing, each process was completed with intricate work and focus. I must share with you, these pictures do not do justice and hardly captures the feeling of the fur or workmanship in the structure of the pieces.

**Fall 2011 leather basics are in the works, and the best part? There are more colors, washable leather, and waterproof leather integrated in the mix.

TLC's: What not to wear

If you've watched Stacy London on the hit show, "What not to wear," you are familiar with her makeover magic. Over the weekend she made an appearance at the Westfield Southcenter Mall and her team of stylists were offering makeovers to the ladies that attended.



I got to sit down and interview a stylist from Oregon who came to Seattle to help with the tour. According to her, the worst fashion mistake a person can make is wearing trends from head to toe rather than using a trend or a couple trends to express your individuality. I completely agree but I feel lately that the use of leggings have abused by women, it's almost as if they are starting to feel too comfortable in them. Wearing shear leggings with short tops and showing off their bare skin, white leggings...I don't even want to go there, wearing leggings with tennis shoes, with summer dresses, and I can go on.

In our business casual city of Seattle there are a few pieces every woman should own. We both came up with a different answer. Her answer was a black or navy jacket. In one day a woman will drop her children off at school, go to a meeting at work, take the kids to a game, and end up at a cocktail party. A blazer is a piece that will make you feel good and look appropriate no matter what. Which of course is a must and I added a great go-to shoe. I work with many women that stick to black shoes, clogs, and cheap flats because women struggle with finding shoes that have comfort and style.

Here is a video from the tour of "Invest in This." For my clients I actually tell them to invest in a good shoe and a jacket. If you want comfort and you want style, a JC Penny shoe is not going to cut it, and if you want to be taken seriously in the work place or are on the run, a good jacket will always keep your outfit tailored and sharp.

What piece would you invest in?

Seattle's 1st Annual Swapping Spree

I want to personally want to thank each and everyone of you for making this event such a success! We have had many attendees ask us if we could do this twice a year and we are working to see if it would be possible. It was the first HUGE event I had ever put on and it wouldn't of been possible without the help of Amanda Lang and Angie Bryant.

THE SWAP

THE RED CARPET

THE HOSTESSES

OUR SPONSORS

THE AUDIENCE

 

Thank you to our sponsors: Duque Salon and Spa, Tiffany Nash Beauty, DoTERRA, Namasday, JewelMint

Swag Bag Donations: Sassy Fit, Barbara Gardner Jewelry, Unamore Weddings, Duque Salon and Spa, Lover's Lane, Pop Chips, Bride on a Bike, Seattle Weekly, and Jewel Mint

Raffle Donations: Hotel 1000, La Isla, Seattle Weekly, Beauty Alert, Girly Girl Wines, Chocolate Box, Lover's Package, Duque Salon, and Tannya Bernadette, and Frida Lover Jewelry

Non-Profits: Jubilee Women's Center and Adelante

This Season's Must Have Blouse

I have been totally intrigued by the impact this blouse has made. Literally every store you walk into has every color, pattern, and bow size imaginable. My mind literally thinks up of many ways to adapt this piece in your wardrobe.

WHY you must have it? It is a menswear inspired piece that will still give you the power you want in the workplace but with a feminine feel to it.

Put Together Comfort

If you are looking for comfort in your work attire, wear flats in a luxurious color and style.

Everybody Knows Your Name

Two prints combined to create an eye pleasing look. A play on colors for an energy lifting outfit.

Dressed to Conquer

You cannot tell me this isn't the most absolute timeless yet modern outfit you've seen. The skinny mary jane shoes will do the trick to tie together this work attire.

70s Chicest Comeback

BIANCA JAGGER

A style icon for her one shoulder dresses, white suits, Grecian draped dresses, turbans and much more.

KLUTE- JANE FONDA

Who could forget her in the movie Klute, her suede boots, short skirts, and fringe everywhere.

CHARLIE'S ANGELS

Their suits, strictly business!

Another Sneak Peak!

Fashionable and Floral

This vintage style floral hand bag is perfect for a night out.

Fierce in Fuchsia

Stand out in this amazing little number by designer Nicole Miller. Wear this under your favorite little blazer.

Designer: Nicole Miller, Size: L

 

Printed to Perfection

You'll be sure to make a statement where ever you go in this top

Designer: CDW : Size: L

Cream of the Crop

Spice up the simplest outfit with a top like this by Ann Taylor

Designer: Ann Taylor Loft, Size M

Always In Style

This bag by Kate Spade is definitely a wardrobe staple for every woman.

Designer: Kate Spade

 

Rainy Days

Who says you can't be fashionable in the rain?

Designer: Banana Republic, Size 8