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Emmys Red Carpet 2010

Allie Palmer — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:28:41 +0000

The 62nd Annual Primetime Emmys aired Sunday night with hits and misses spotted on the red carpet, and this year the opinions were all over the board. I picked my top five while watching the pre-show, but even the most credible fashion critics didn’t agree with some of my choices. Everyone one has their opinion but I applaud those who aren’t afraid to take a risk and pull it off, while some of my picks where a little forward I think my top five did an excellent job of polishing off an entire look without being over the top. My most controversial pick was January Jones in her cerulean structured Versace number, I thought the color was great the detail was beautiful and her hair and make-up where simple and clean, the perfect match to such a unique dress. Navy was the color of the night and both Lea Michele and Jane Krakowski looked stunning. Anna Paquin’s Alexander McQueen dress was another that received mixed reviews, I thought the hemline was perfect (also seen on January’s dress) and the intricate gold detail was just enough to stand out against the simple black shape of the gown. Last Jennifer Carpenter’s Oday Shakar sequin gown was beautifully draped and fit her like a glove, the sleek hair and smokey eye really set her apart from the other sequin looks we saw on the carpet.

Transition in Style

Allie Palmer — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 13:00:00 +0000

I would consider myself pretty versatile when it comes to style, not really sticking to one genre or trend. But this girl blows me out of the water, photographed by Vanessa Jackman this foreign fashion student really knows how to mix up a wardrobe. I love how well she combines prints and think it’s a very fashion forward yet wearable look for fall, leopard is blowing up right now so invest in a good print and pair it will a more subtle piece. Belts go unrecognized too often but by adding one it can really polish off an outfit effortlessly and flatter your figure, my favorites this fall include military inspirations and rich colored leather. Since the fall weather is not quite here show off those legs while you can, try layering you mini’s with cardigans and blazers instead of resorting to jeans when the weather cools off.

Boyfriend’s Back

Allie Palmer — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:00:35 +0000

The boyfriend denim trend first made its big debut a little over a year ago and I feel like some people think the trend has already come and gone, but if you style it right I see this look lasting through the upcoming seasons. The key to this trend is good layering, since the jeans will be looser try finishing the look with a tailored blazer or a fitted leather jacket. This look is also a great way to display your favorite shoes, cuffing your loose jeans and pairing them with great heels takes this casual look to the next level. So instead of packing up your boyfriend jeans pull them out and start layering them in new ways, mix in new trends that we are seeing for this fall including nude-tone silk blouses and army v-necks with a shinny statement necklace.

Fall Transition: Leather Mini Skirt

Allie Palmer — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 13:00:01 +0000

My pick for the best fall transitional piece is definitely the leather mini skirt. Since real leather pieces can be an investment make it worth the money and look for a leather mini with a clean silhouette and good length. This season we are seeing the skirt done in many shades of leather I would stick to traditional black as it can go with anything or for something a little different pick a skirt in a nude hue that will fit in great with the neutral trend this fall. Booties and an oversized sweater can finish your daytime look, and change into a sky-high platform heel and silky blouse for your night out.

Trove Tkees Sandals @ Standard Style Boutique

Allie Palmer — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 13:10:25 +0000

Trove Tkees organic leather sandals are the latest hit in footwear and can be seen on the feet of everyone from Angelina Jolie to Jessica Alba. These simple sandals do wonders for your feet; they compliment your skin tone while giving the illusion of longer leaner legs, all this for under fifty bucks! Trove Tkees sandals are wearable cosmetics for your feet, literally from foundations to shadows and the perfect compliment to any outfit or pedicure. Come pick up your pair at Standard Style Boutique today.

Linda Farrow

Allie Palmer — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 21:45:43 +0000

Timeless in design, uncompromising in quality, unabashedly luxurious, Linda Farrow takes sunglasses to the next level. Come grab your pair from collaborations with The Row, Matthew Williamson, Raf Simons and Alexander Wang, now available at Standard Style Boutique.

Gypsy 05

Allie Palmer — Thu, 13 May 2010 15:47:05 +0000

Gypsy 05 was established in the spring of 2005 by a dynamic brother and sister duo, Osi and Dotan Shoham. Born and raised in Israel, the siblings went on to master their crafts worlds apart. While Dotan was in Los Angeles staking his claim in the garment dye industry, Osi was in Israel gaining momentum in the advertising business. Years later, Osi moved to the United States to join her brother on the west coast. She began to work alongside Dotan at his dye house, Pacific Blue Inc, which is notorious in the fashion industry for its unique techniques and fresh use of color. After having studied the business closely for years, the pair noticed the need for truly unique garments in the contemporary apparel market. With Dotans experience as a garment dye and print business owner, they had a competitive advantage that could conveniently bring Osi’s creative visions to life…and thus Gypsy 05 was born.

Gypsy 05 is a lifestyle brand that transitions from day to night attire with ease. By gathering motivation from her surroundings, both Los Angeles and her native land, Osi tends to focus on elements which revitalize nature through fashion. This was exactly Gypsy05 intention, to help inspire creativity and a free spirit through its loyal customers that wear and represent a positive attitude about life.

The designers focus largely on color, using anything from deep, sophisticated shades to fresh, soft hues. Through the garments, Gypsy 05 concentrates on exclusive dye techniques and processes, which give dimension to the weightless fabrics used throughout the line. The airy color choices juxtapose the fresh fabrics illustrating a refreshing vision of things that are beautiful and fit for the season.

Spotlight: Austin Texas

Allie Palmer — Wed, 05 May 2010 15:02:09 +0000

This week I’ll be heading back down to Austin, Texas for my sister’s college graduation, and I’m equally excited for her as I am for my being back in Austin for the second time this year. While most of Texas has been invaded by suburbia, Austin remains unique and eclectic in all aspects making it my number one vacation spot. So I thought I would give everyone a few of my favorite things to do while in the Texas capital, as I highly encourage anyone looking for a summer road trip to move Austin to the top of your list:

Shopping: South Congress (the best antique and vintage stores around), Whole Foods (Austin being the home of Whole Food headquarters, the store does not disappoint), 2nd Street District (a new shopping & dining district downtown, including my favorite IF+D; the best place to find unique pieces for your home)

Dining: Polovos Mexican Restaurant (hands down the best tacos ever, my favorites Al Pastor and Guisado de Puerco), The Salt Lick BBQ (From Bobby Flay to David Letterman everyone agrees the BBQ is out of this world, and who can complain about BYOB?), Magnolia Café (this 24 hour spot serves everything from gingerbread pancakes to Portobello fajitas, and everything is extremely fresh to order with an onsite garden)

Activities: Floating the Guadalupe River (to beat the summer heat head down to the Guadalupe river and float for a few hours and don’t forget to rent a tube for the beer!), Congress Ave Bridge Bats (from late March through November thousands of bats emerge from the bridge at sunset, it’s truly something to see), University of Texas sporting events (no one does college sports like the longhorns, depending on when you visit make sure to catch a game either football or baseball they are worth it), and don’t forget Austin is the music capital of the U.S. as it is the home of both Austin City Limits and South by Southwest but the rest of the year you can find amazing shows nightly at the most bars and restaurants.

Coachella Fashions

Allie Palmer — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:12:31 +0000

Come April Coachella is the place to be for everyone from die-hard hipster kids to Hollywood’s “it” crowd, and while I want to say I stay hooked for the music I have to admit Coachella sets the fashion trends for summer each year and this year was no different. As far as beauty goes, natural hair reigns supreme either let loose or in a high-bun for a more fashion forward look. Nails came in pop blues and greens to nudes and grays, so get out the remover and buff off the black.
For fashion rompers are back yet again for your summer wardrobe, at Coachella they where belted at the waist and paired with oxfords and sandals. Short baby-doll and shift dresses in bright colors and graphic prints where the easy go to look with the shoe of the season the clog as well as strappy heeled sandals in neutral colors. Cut-off jean shorts continue to be the number one choice for a laid back look with white being the front runner, paired with floral silk tanks and sheer pocket tees. The two must have accessories this summer, a great pair of sunglasses the Rayban wayfarer is still a staple style for summer and Linda Farrow’s vintage inspired frames are definitely our new go to; and lastly don’t forget to pick up a cross-body bag to complete your summer look, we love the classic shape and the different color leathers of Marc by Marc Jacobs cross-bodies this season. Come by Standard Style to pick up these key pieces for your summer wardrobe and get the season started early.

Linda Farrow Sunglasses

Allie Palmer — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 07:05:05 +0000

When Linda Farrow asked her optician husband to help create a range of sunglasses, the resulting label, which was responsible for Yoko Ono’s trademark shades, became a 1970s phenomenon. In 2003, Farrow’s son Simon Jablon revived the brand after discovering a back catalogue of over 2000 vintage styles in the family’s Islington warehouse. Collaborations with Luella, Alexander Wang, The Row and Matthew Williamson followed; as well as a host of stylish fans including Kate Moss, Nicole Richie and Sienna Miller. Linda Farrow’s new lines have become a sunglass phenomenon. Timeless in design, uncompromising in quality, unabashedly luxurious, Linda Farrow takes sunglasses to the next level. Come grab your pair from collaborations with The Row, Matthew Williamson, and Alexander Wang, arriving at Standard Style Boutique this May.

Selena Gomez in Alice + Olivia

Allie Palmer — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 15:21:38 +0000

Selena Gomez in the Maggie Dress by Alice & Olivia.

Find it at Standard Style Boutique on the Country Club Plaza.

Style Tips: Taylor Tomasi Hill

Allie Palmer — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 15:05:11 +0000

From www.kisskiss-coast2coast.blogspot.com

Fashion’s favorite redhead is making moves. The perpetually well-clad and impeccably-shod Accessories Director will be leaving her Teen Voguettes for Nina Garcia’s team at Marie Claire. In honor of Taylor’s years at Teen Vogue, now would be as good a time as any post to a little tribute.
Here are a few tips to looking as chic as Taylor:
1. Don’t be afraid of investment staples- for Tomasi, this happens to be a bright blue Fendi bag, Phi boots, grey flannel quilted vest, black boyfriend blazer,& skinny black belt not name a few
2. Buy different versions of your favorite items
3. Add single menswear item, preferably oversized- peacoat, button-down, brogues, pleated cropped trousers
4. Add something around the neck such as a printed scarf or chunky necklace
5. Your handbag should always have a shoulder strap, but you should never use it.
6. Stick to neutrals, black and white for clothing. Leave the pop color to accessories… and hair.
7. Dye hair RED. Immediately.

Designer Spotlight: Karla Spetic

Allie Palmer — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 15:08:15 +0000

I came across these images from Karla Spetic’s Fall 2010 collection and fell in love. Everything from the color palate to the draping and using of textured knits really drew me in, since this was a new line to me I figured I would do my part in helping spread the word.
Born in Croatia, fashion designer Karla Spetic spent her early childhood in the beautiful town of Dubrovnik before up and leaving in 1993 to start a new life in Australia. Although Karla has been calling Australia home ever since, Karla’s work is very much influenced by the complexity, beauty and uniqueness of her city of birth.
Having graduated in 2005 from the renowned East Sydney Fashion Design Studio, Karla’s involvement in the fashion industry was formalized and set in stone with the launch of her self-titled label Karla Spetic in 2006.
The label is visually striking in design and is a tribute to quality and innovation. Karla uses tailoring techniques to sculpt distinct shapes whilst emphasizing the feminine silhouette. Her attention to detail is scrupulous, and it’s this objective of perfection that is set to ensure that Karla Spetic´ has what it takes to secure her place within the industry.