Nude the New Black?

Regardless of what you call it Nude aka: Camel, Beige, Fawn, Taupe, Mushroom, or Buff…has become the hottest color (or non-color) this summer and I see it going into Fall/Winter as well. Tell me what gal out there hasn’t been looking for the perfect Nude platform heel? I know, I have a pair! (but, I don’t know if I count…). What I do know is that the shoe should match your skin tone so as to elongate the leg. It allows you to wear pretty much anything and this shoe will go with it perfectly. Wow, a shoe can do all that? Yes it can my friends – so quick run get a pair!

Now that I have my perfect elongating heel, I want a Fall/Winter coat in the same color scheme. Some of you may know I’m on the hunt, and trust me its rare that I actually hunt for much – I generally like to “run across something I like…” but in this case, I feel the need to hunt and find my perfect coat in my perfect color. Let me tell you that it’s not easy…do I go stylish/ trendy or classic and tailored?? I even saw a great cape – not practical with these Chicago winters, but would allow me to showcase my black elbow leather gloves!   Once again I digress....

So my friends, my search continues…stay tuned, as soon as I find it I will definitely share…and those to-die-for Nude heels I found – Joan & David, Nordstrom Rack – Deerfield, IL.

Happy Shopping & Styling

'elle

Don't Wait - Get Started Now

I'm talking about Fall/Winter shopping...trust me I know you're probably thinking I'm crazy when the entire country is under a HEAT WAVE, but Fall/Winter will be here soon enough and you will want to be prepared with you winter wardrobe. [espeically those of you that live in Chicago like myself , where the winters last a Long, Long, Long time!]

So here is what I'm liking right now...

I saw some awesome grey suede boots, lace up with a peep toe that will be super fun with skirts, skinny jeans (dare I say that I actually where them) and dresses! 

To go with those boots, I found a grey shawl with a faux fur trim that will be super fun and add a little 'something special' to whatever I'm wearing, even if its just jeans and a t-shirt!  And lastly, I'm on the hunt for the perfect camel coat/cape...nothig too fancy, but I've wanted a camel something for a while - kinda like my DEEP DESIRE for red boot cut pants (someday i will find an affordable pair!!).

At any rate, I wanted to let you all know that you should be thinking about what the next season brings, look at what you have, send it to the cleaners (like my garage sale find - white faux fur coat - $5) get the buttons fixed, or whatever, assess what you have and what you need and what still fits!!! Then make your list and go shopping...if you see those fun tights grab them now as they will likely costs more later or won't be there when the season actually hits.

No need to think summer new buys, its here and half way over; its time to think to cooler times ahead...stay thirsty my friends...but more importantly stay fashionable!

love
'elle