High-End, Low Price

It has been a growing trend for years now. High-end designers placing their fashions in affordable department stores. My favorite is Dana Buchman in Kohl's. Then you have Issac Mizarahi in Target. Walmart places designers based upon the community.
I used to get Dana Buchman in Marshall Fields and Macy's so I was happy to see her in Kohl's. Her denims are made of quality material that lasts over the years. Moderately priced and always in style.
I also purchased a pair of Vera Wang jeans in Kohl's. Now I'm curvy, but these jeans take good care of me!
This summer, I decided to be me first and fashionable second. My love of watching The Real Housewives of Atlanta and Orange County and then Basketball Wives keeps me posted on what's happening now. I'm all packed for my trip to New York next week and I have my cute sandals and maxi dresses. I really only wear Tiffany silver and a tennis bracelet or two.
For some reason, I'm really feeling the fashion sensation!

Church Hats & Suits

" Elegance is not the prerogative of those who have just escaped from adolescence, but of those who have already taken possession of their future."-Coco Chanel
Before I begin let me make it very clear that these are my own views and are not meant to hurt or harm anyone.
Church hats and suits are a lovely thing especially when it all matches like the Queen of England.
My only issue is the cookie-cutter suits and hats where as some are found in your local beauty supply stores:o
Suits made of cheesy fabrics and outlandish color schemes will make heads turn alright...
I have searched far and wide on this matter and came up with interesting finds. There's a NY designer, Panzai who makes some of the finest Sunday frock in the country. Yet a bit pricier than ordering from the popular wig magazine but well worth it if you're into dressing to impress. All suits have hats to match, how can you go wrong. There's even a matching suit for him. You usually see Gospel stars, pastors and first ladies donning Panzai's creations but they cater to anyone who's ready to take their 'church suit game' a bit further. The hats are breath taking.

Next is my personal favorite, St. John Couture, St. John Knits and St. John Sport. Timeless is an understatement with some of their pieces. I love the feel of the fabric against my skin and I totally feel confident wearing their pieces since they're adaptable to minor to moderate weight gain. They don't make hats to match their suits but they do make shoes!
You can find their boutiques on Michigan Avenue, Nieman Marcus and online. They do have several outlet stores too. My favorite outlet is in Aurora Illinois. As much as I love this designer, I refuse to part with any pieces, I just keep adding to my collection.
Price wise, this line is costly but back to a previous article I wrote, it pays off in the end. The material shows no wear at all, the colors do not fade, buttons and zippers don't lose luster. Quality made clothing.
This line is dry clean only and just a bit of advice, go to a cleaners that is familiar with St. John!!

More Designers....

I often wonder why would anyone over the age of 18 wear Babyphat when there are sooo many high-end designers out there. I mean names you're not going to see anyone else in for miles away.. that's ideal.
Have you ever attended an event a spotted the outfit you were wearing at least once. Are you the type that shop for your clothing at the local 'gathering' place, with that being said, you know you won't be the only one wearing 'that' outfit.
Let me 'name drop' for a moment....
Emillio Pucci.. known for the abstract & geometric patterns and vivid colors. For around $500 you can 'walk it out' in a pair of lovely shoes made by this designer. Don't be fooled by imposters, there's one way to know if it's original.

Like atheletic wear? Me too, but I don't do the typical. Remember Run DMC's 'MY ADIDAS? Well check these Adidas shoes and sweat shirt...

Speaking of RUN DMC, remember the glasses they wore? Cazals ARE back and guess who wants a pair? No, not the same one's DMC wore but a more up to date female pair... step outside the box in a pair of these....

Christian Louboutin Shoes. These shoes are WELL known in the salon I work in in Chicago. It's like Louboutin competition camp every week. This designer is know for his signature RED SOLES and the sexy 'toe cleavage' each pair of his shoes reveals. Again, we're talking high-end. How much do you think they cost? $95-$150? Get outta here!!!