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The word on the street is that some of you – I won’t name names – have been craving fashion. I used to do these posts all the time, and lately they’ve sort of fallen to the wayside. Largely because…well, I’m obsessed with food. I have limited time, and I cook so much that I constantly have recipes backed up to share with you, so that’s the reason. But you must know – I die for fashion. Or better yet, I live for fashion. And what better time than fall to get back into the swing of things?  So, I’ve taken the time to weed out my favorite trends for fall this year. I hope you enjoy.

Let me begin by saying that I, for one, am happy that it’s not quite time to put away the lace, the brights, maxi skirts, the color red (please see the always-stunning Blake Lively to the right, in Marchesa, showing off one of my favorite looks of the collection), or the 70s – though the 60s are competing for the limelight in a big way, and I’m not arguing with that, either.

I’ve been into polka dots for a hot minute now, the bigger the better, and I’m liking the sweater dress in a maxi shape, though much of what I saw was maxi skirts with hugh, chunky knits on top – which is a look that, for me, may or may not be wearable…I haven’t yet decided. I’m a sucker for legs, whether it’s someone else’s or showing my own, so it’s no surprise that I loved the super-high slits seen pretty much everywhere. Plaid is lingering, but this time playing up on the Tartan aspect – seen many places, but the red and blue pattern done at Thakoon is one of the most memorable. Choker necklaces? A nod to the 90s, and perhaps one of the only trends from that era I’d like to see again, because this time it’s being done right.

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timeless.

April 29, 2011 — 2 Comments

She’s being compared to Grace Kelly, who was perhaps the most timelessly beautiful woman in history. It’s undoubtedly a lot to live up to – but surely Kate’s used to that, following in the footsteps of Princess Diana.

My grandmother closely resembled Grace Kelly, so I have a special place in my heart for her. I truly think she is the epitome of timeless elegance.

I absolutely love Kate’s dress – it couldn’t be more perfect. Do I think her choice was inspired by Grace Kelly? That’s hard to say for sure, because the most notable similarities I see are the long sleeves, the lace, and the super-cinched waist. Apparently they both went for drama in the trains without being excessive, and shorter veils. Kate’s dress was designed by Alexander McQueen’s Sarah Burton, and while it may have been partially inspired by Grace Kelly, there’s also a good chance they turned out to be similar by coincidence. Kate is going to be our generation’s timeless beauty, after all – and she’s already proved she’s got the type of classic beauty and personal style to stand the test of time.

What do YOU think? About the dress, the wedding, the bride – all of the above!