The Red Trench

Wednesday, May 20, 2015


"She's the lady in red when everyone else is wearing tan.." 




Much like the perfect LBD or LWD, we all need a statement coat in a lovely color. And as a long time lover of this radiant shade, of course I chose a classic trench in red. 




eShakti Celebrates Real Fashion for Real Women Campaign

Monday, May 11, 2015

Dress: eShakti c/o | Belt: Michael Kors Collection | Sunnies: Diane Von Furstenberg
Jewelry: Jewelmint (Pearl Cuff), Crystal bangle (vintage), Earrings (Vintage)


With so many unattainable standards advertised to girls daily, it's always refreshing to see a company take the initiative to rewrite this script. eShakti, a digital retailer specializing in customized garments, has launched a campaign that works towards banishing the ideal standard of fashion perfection and celebrates women of all shapes and sizes while keeping them stylishly dressed. Their goal is to show that it does not take one size/look (often times very slim) to feel and look chic in a beautifully made garment.

Not only does this amazing campaign promote positive self-esteem but gives women the opportunity to find a garment they love, will fit perfectly and will ultimately make them feel their absolute best. The brand's humble beginnings has grown into a buzzing ecomm fashion destination offering stylish and embellished garments of modest designs. These affordable designs are made to order and seek measurements like height for an overall better fit. Skipping the middle man and any associating delivery troubles, eShakti delivers each order directly to the buyer which makes the shopping experience even sweeter (and low in cost!).

Remaining true to their style philosophy, this unique brand caters to sizes 0-36w as well as an extensive range of heights from petite to tall. In an effort to remain authentic, eShakti reached out to multiple bloggers of various styles and sizes to find an eShakti piece that represented themselves and would make them feel beautiful -- real fashion for real women.



I had the opportunity to try out this fabulous brand and experienced their customization process first hand. The site itself is easily browsed and features modestly designed dresses, skirts, outerwear, etc of various fabrics. As one that loves a luxe jacquard fabric, I was immediately drawn to this chic floral number.



I always have trouble finding dresses that fit me perfectly and found that a-line and tulip/full skirted options are always best for my body type. Oddly enough, I chose a silhouette that was more form-fitting and hoped that it'd fit properly upon arrival. Offering up a detailed note of my measurements (a really thorough measurement section is presented), along with length (arm and hem) and preferred neckline, my dreamy dress was on its way to be made.

The result was just as I had hoped, a well made dress of a lovely light fabric and print that'll be a go-to for the coming warmer months.




If you're in the market for a special piece that'll fit you perfectly, I suggest you take a peek at eSkati.com and take advantage of their easy-to-use customization feature.

To learn more about this exciting campaign or see how other fabulous bloggers are styling their chic picks head over to eSkati's social media pages: Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram 






Note: My measurements have changed since the order and the dress fits looser -- a problem that can be easily fixed with a belt :) 

Spring Hair Revival

Thursday, April 30, 2015


Long are the days of hiding our hair under warm knit hats and fur-trimmed hoods. Spring has arrived and that means warmer temps and ample amounts of sunshine. It's time to let our hair flow freely in this (pollen filled!) breezy air. 

BUT HOLD THE PHONE. Like any seasonal shift, our hair may still be suffering from the previous season's wrath. We may be experiencing dry. limp tresses that are in dire need of a major perk up for the season ahead. My hair is certainly different during the warmer months of the year--its more prone to frizz, dries out a bit more and intolerant to most styling products. 

To insure healthy hair all season long it is important to treat the foundation and maintain a routine that is suitable to your unique concerns. Whatever your hair type, I always recommend a good coconut oil treatment once a week. Along with oil, here are my all-time hair savers that keeps this lioness mane of mine tamed and lovely. 



Coconut Oil Hair Mask 
Trust your mom when she talks about natural beauty wonders she loves, I listened to her about this and never looked back. Its an simple affordable and super beneficial treatment that will revive your hair in the best ways. A single treatment will leave it softer and lighter. Its a wonderful alternative to a heavy conditioner and does far more than just hydrate parched hair. 

Simply massage oil onto your scalp and concentrate on the roots of the hair. Softly apply any and all remaining oil on hands onto the shafts and tips of the hair. You can tie your hair into a loose ponytail or messy bun and let it sit for a couple of hours. You can surely pop on a plastic shower cap if you feel strange at first. It's the perfect weekend treatment. 

A voluminous blowout after a treatment makes my hair feel/look like I belong in a Pantene commercial. 

Weleda Rosemary Conditioning Hair Oil
I was turned onto this little gem early last year and absolutely love it. A perfect product to tame frizz, hydrate and polish hair, Weleda's rosemary oil has become a fast favorite of mine. You need a super small amount of this product to do the trick and can apply to hair before or after styling. I prefer to apply a small bit to my hair after I've styled it as a serum to lock in the look and focus on the ends to soften them a touch. This product can be a bit thick in consistency (it is a dense oil after all) so a little does go a LONG way (trust me!) and be sure to avoid applying product in the roots. 

Nature's Bounty Hair, Skin & Nails 
There is no better way to treat our hair than from within. A fortified vitamin that targets these prime areas is a great piece to have to your routine. Infused with a super oil (Argan), these vitamins feature biotin along with a medley of antioxidants and Hyaluronic Acid. 

From my experience, not only has my hair felt and looked more healthy but fallout (which happens too often for various reasons) has lessened quite a lot. From the pleasing results thus far, this lovely little vitamin isn't leaving daily vitamin mix anytime soon. 





What are some of your go-to hair saving tips & products?

Springing Forward

Thursday, April 9, 2015

Sunnies: Kenneth Cole Collection  | Jacket: via  Bloomingdales| Earrings: Vintage
Belt: via Variazioni (old) | Dress: Eliza J 

Hello sunny, floral-filled days of spring!

After one frigid winter, it's nice to finally say goodbye to the harsh days of months past.
A seasonal shift always welcomes a new beginning and I couldn't be happier to start anew.

While the low temps haven't completely abandoned my sweet city, NYC has been seeing some mild (by our standards!) days. Of course, being the dress obsessed girl that I am, a sunny, semi-warm day means bare legged style fun.


To welcome such a lovely weather change, I dug deep in my closet and pulled out one of my favorite dresses--a fun floral number by Eliza J. This brand continues to put out beautiful pieces that flatter many body types. It's rare to stumble upon a brand that can achieve that without skimping on quality and detail. This dress was my first purchase from EJ and certainly won't be my last. I recently bought a stunning embellished gold shift dress that I'm saving for a special event later this summer.

All of my colorful garments reserved for warmer weather are moving to the front of my closet this weekend and I'm pretty excited about it. Don't get me wrong, I love my chic NYC black ensembles more than the next stylish lady but about poppy colors on sunny days just work.



Along with my wardrobe, I've invited some bright tones into my beauty routine.
I've introduced some fun peachy, coral lippies into my daily mix -- NARS Audacious Lipstick (Jane) and YSL Rouge Pur Couture Lip Stain Gloss (#6).

Who knows, with all this color I may even try to wear a red lip outside my house this spring/summer.
Yeah, I wouldn't bet on it #NotReady!





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