Spring 2010 Trends, Part II

Hey readers! Happy sunny Tuesday!! I'm having so much fun with these trend posts, that I've decided to talk about one trend a day instead of talking about them all at once and overwhelming you.

The next trend I'd like to bring to your attention is strictly for the ladies, fellas, don't worry we'll include you in tomorrow's trend.

Trend #3 is Lucite! My little vintage loving self has always enjoyed a nice piece of Lucite jewelry, or a nice chunky Lucite heel on a vintage shoe. Well it no longer requires an exhausting vintage search to find some pieces of Lucite!

Love! Prada's adorable Lucite clutch.
Lucite ring from Forever 21, pretty cute!

Large beaded Lucite Bracelet

Clear studded Lucite Bangle (very on trend)

Spring 2010 Trends, Part I

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I love the concept of this Today Show piece. It follows Glamour's editor and chief around during the Spring 2010 NY Fashion Week shows. She called out the strongest looks/trends she saw. Fast forward 6 months and here is she on the Today Show talking about how to interpret these trends with pieces out in the stores now. Thanks to Zara and the invention of fast fashion, it is much easier to find the trends shown on the runways just 6 months ago, in the stores already. (Editors note, I had a whole class in college about Zara and the invention of fast fashion, if you'd like to see my final project on it, I'd be happy to oblige.)

I was inspired by this video and a few friends on Facebook asking me about spring trends. So I decided to type them up for you, just for the fun of it. :) I'll be breaking it into 2 parts since there are so many trends I want to cover!

Part 1 of 2....In no particular order...

1. Denim! We're not talking just jeans any more ladies and men! Denim is back in a big way! This is such an easy trend to take part in, since you probably have so many pieces in your wardrobe to just work back in.

I love this pencil skirt from the Gap. Such a chic update to the sometimes trashy denim skirt.

leave it to Chanel to perfect the denim trend with a classic staple to any wardrobe.

2. Nautical, its easy to find this trend in traditional colors like navy, white and red, but I'm also loving some of the pieces I've seen in neon hues!

Enjoy these pages of nautical fashion from ModCloth.

*Editors Note* I can no longer add images to this post, I think its getting too big :( I'll pick up here on part II.

Farm to Table Faux Pas

My ex blog manager (we parted on good terms) and I went to the Farm to Table food tasting on Friday. It was a unique experience and I'm glad we went! I had been dying to check out our new convention center, it is beautiful! As well as the views!!

I heard one of the vendors telling someone there were 3 times as many people this year as LY! Keep up the good work Pittsburgh!

On to business....

While walking around I saw a girl from afar, I blinked because I thought I was seeing things...

Sadly, I was not, there she is . Tube dress, belted, OK, that is cute, a little weird for March, but I could get past that....it was from her knees down where it went all wrong...She had on brown tights, brown flats and grey knit leg warmers?! The color combo didn't bother me, that is great you're mixing neutral tones, but dear, why the leg warmers? Especially with the bare shoulders, the balance of this outfit was so off. Please dear readers take note, no leg warmers if the upper half of your body is embracing spring...

Late birthday presents...

I thought now would be a good time to tell you that I happily accept late birthday presents or early Easter gifts....just a few ideas for you....

Limited edition Chanel temporary skin art...I'm in love, if you can't afford to clothe yourself in Chanel, why not cover your body in it.....
Gucci Marola Jelly Sandals...Jelly's + Gucci = love

Thank you in advance for your kindness. :)

My new niece

I can't wait till I am in the position to get a dog! I constantly think about what kind I will get?! A rescue puppy from http://www.adoptapet.com/ or my favorite french bulldog??

I've really lucked out that a lot of my friends have recently adopted pets in recent months, it helps me pass the time until I can have a little meatball of my own.

Please say hello to Missy, my blog managers new rescued dog. She is such a sweetheart. Missy is a very welcomed addition to our "family".

The Penguins great customer service...

(The view from our new and improved seats)

I decided to spend this past Saturday afternoon with my young cousins, I realllly wanted to take them to the zoo, but, with one cousin on crutches I knew that was impossible. So when my aunt told me about Penguins tickets she had, I jumped on the chance to take them to their first game, and sadly probably last at Mellon Arena.

I knew with one cousin on crutches getting to our seats (C30) would be rather difficult but we could make it work. When my Uncle suggested asking for more accommodating seats for her I was a little hesitant, as I knew it was a sold out game. Long story short! :) Ask nicely and you shall receive, with the Pittsburgh Penguins! We stood in the entrance way to our seats waiting to hear final word on where they could seat us. One kind gentlemen after another came to update us. Finally the final word came! They would move my cousin and I to center ice (folding chair) seats in the Igloo Club level. We were personally escorted by a very nice man to ensure we made it there safe and sound. All along the way being stopped by kind Pittsburghers who wanted to chat with my little cousin and tell her it would be OK, that crutches weren't the end of the world. Finally we made it to the Igloo Club and our seats! We had a wonderful time, none of which would have been possible without the kind workers of Mellon Arena. Thanks again!

(Cousin Kali, enjoying her seat)

Eveingwear Event at Saks Fifth Avenue

The Saks Fifth Avenue in downtown Pittsburgh (513 Smithfield Street) is having an event where you can donate a gently worn prom/special occasion gowns and you will receive 20% off the purchase of a new gown! Now is the time to start looking for those dresses for your summer weddings, why not save money while donating to a good cause while doing it!

If you would like some shopping assistance, e-mail me!

P.S. I went on my first personal shopping/stylist trip with a male client yesterday. I will post pictures of the final look after Easter, if you're interested in having me assist you, e-mail me. :)

Wearing Uggs for long periods of time can ruin your feet...

(Image courtesy of the NY Daily News)

I've personally always thought Uggs but the ug in ugly, I've heard they're warm and comfortable, but that is no excuse for wearing them in the atrocious way that some people do. Denim mini skirts, tucked into sweatpants when there is no snow...I could go on forever. I've been waiting for this trend to die for what feels like 20 years.

Hopefully the report in yesterday's NY Daily News will help. According to health experts in the UK, Ugg boots are extremely harmful to the feet.

Now will you quit wearing them America?? Please!!! :)

Ben Stiller

For some laughs...especially the first few seconds...I was hoping it would turn into a discussion about the Stillers...

Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis: Ben Stiller from Between Two Ferns

Pittsburgh Restaurant Week

I don't know if you can tell, but I get excited very easily, so when I received an e-mail this morning telling me that Pittsburgh Restaurant Week is following me on my personal Twitter account, I about died. Did you know Pittsburgh had a restaurant week? I consider myself pretty new to town, so I suppose that is why I did not know! I'm so excited to take part in this!

Please contact your favorite local restaurants and urge them to join!!!

http://pittsburgh.localrestaurantweek.com/home.cfm

P.S. To my non-Pittsburgh readers, I'm sorry about the Pittsburgh posts this week, my blog manager has already yelled at me about it...I'll branch out next week. I promise! :)

Soles4Souls | A Shoe Charity Giving To Those In Need

Soles4Souls | A Shoe Charity Giving To Those In Need

I found out about this charity through my generous employer, ModCloth. We currently have a Soles4Souls box in our office. If anyone in the Pittsburgh area would like to make a donation e-mail me and I can arrange a pick up. Outside of the Pittsburgh area? Follow the link above to find out how you can help!

Pittsburgh you're becoming so popular!

Two posts in one day! Whoa, this whole 6,000th visitor thing is really getting to me I guess, thank you by the way for stopping by and reading, and helping me reach such a crazy # in a short amount of time!!

I was watching the TODAY show this morning while getting ready for work and I saw a familiar video clip of my favorite city...the one and only Pittsburgh!

TODAY has named Pittsburgh the 2nd best city in the US to buy a house due to our recovery in the housing market!!! Yay!

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Oh Chanel....

(Image courtesy of The Cut)

I know I am little biased, as I've had a huge, special, place in my heart for Chanel since I interned there in the Summer of 2005. Sometimes I type that sentence or say it out loud and still can't believe it is true. I'm one blessed girl....anyway...I'm getting distracted (what else is new)

I found the Fall 2010 Chanel show in Paris breathtaking...look at that iceberg, well technically sniceberg (follow the link to read all about the making of it.)

Karl spared no expense in getting the perfect atmosphere for his show. I love his ability to make each show so unique, and theatrical without being over the top. If the rumors are true and he is retiring soon, then I better start really saving up to buy an item from Chanel while still under his reign. Donations will be accepted. :)

Nice PGH mention in the NY Times

(Image courtesy of the NY Times)

I know I mentioned last week how much I love the blog I heart PGH, well they've done it again! I totally missed this article in the NY Times about the reawakening of East Liberty.

Reading this brought a little tear to my Pittsburgh loving eye...enjoy!

I know my good friend A.Sam.H. is gonna love this Bakery Square mention. :)

Our QB problems solved....

I should start by saying I strongly believe in fate and the saying, everything happens for a reason.

I thoroughly enjoyed the story about Troy playing a pick up football game with little kids in Arizona, as I'm sure you all did. It wasn't until this morning while doing my usual Twitter reading that I saw Pittsburgh Magazine had discovered some pictures from the game.While reading the article it hit me...lets get rid on bozo Ben and replace him with Troy! :) Who's in???(Photo Credit: azcentral.com)

P.S. Did you know you can follow Athletichic on Twitter??

What would I do w/o I Heart Pgh.com

I always look forward to my e-mails from I Heart PGH. They always inform me of so many things going on in this great city. Today's e-mail did not disappoint. I had no idea this documentary existed! Just in case you did not either here is a clip.....



For more information visit their website.

Top 10 Fall/Winter 2010-11 Colors...why you ask???

So the trends that we found on the runway this past February will probably not make to mainstream stores until 2012, its common. Colors however are much easier to work into mass market collections for Fall 2010, many of which are probably already sketched and waiting to be produced. So you're probably wondering what any of this means to you, well dear reader, go out and purchase these top 10 colors now. You can pick up Fall 2009 pieces on clearance at this point, and if you buy classic pieces, you're already ahead of the game for next year...happy shopping! :)


The womens colors are on the left, and the mens on the right.....

Follow up to yesterday's post..

I thought this would be a nice image to leave you with before the weekend, and what better way to follow up yesterday's video??

Happy weekend!!! :)

Stay Classy Ovechkin

Thanks to Mikie and Big Bob for posting this on their blog...I heard about it, but I know it was something I needed to see. He's such a doll isn't he....

James Harrison inducted into the Kent State Athletics Hall of Fame

My friend VD was at Kent this past weekend (lucky him) and he caught James Harrison's induction into the Kent State Athletics Hall of Fame.

Congrats to my good friend James Harrison! You are one of Kent State's finest......

Remember me when this gets big....

I was flipping through my spring J Crew catalog last night with tears in my eyes, because I literally want everything in it, so I practically missed this little #....
They gave them a fancy name to throw you off, Ultra-Knit Weekend Short, but those my friend, are sweatpants. I mean at first I was not a fan of this outfit..but after second glance I fell in love. I can't help but think they were inspired by Alexander Wang's Spring 2010 collection. You remember the one I flipped out about. This trend is Athletichic!

Athletichic is on its way up...

Better late than never...

So I was super behind on reading the WWD (Women's Wear Daily) newspaper I get delivered to my house. So sadly I missed the opputrunity to share this with you before the superbowl, however, it was too cute not to post.

WWD did a whole photo spread called Double Talk, comparing fashion terms to the corresponding football term. Such as Sack, Perfect Pass, Piling On, Offensive line, Clipping, Flag, Spike and Bomb. So cute! Here are some scanned images of the spread. There is hope for ladies like me...perhaps Athletichic will help pave the way....