Spring 2012

The Spring 2012 Ready-to-Wear fashions shows began in NYC a few weeks ago. I've just started to take a peek, but if this is any indication, it will be a fun season!

Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2012 Ready-to-Wear Collection

I Simply Remember My Favorite Things

My Favorite Things 6 by formulakfashion featuring vintage handbags

My Favorite Things 5 by formulakfashion featuring a black digital watch

I Simply Remember My Favorite Things

My Favorite Things 2 by formulakfashion featuring a rabbit fur shawl

My Favorite Things 1 by formulakfashion featuring a tassel belt

I Simply Remember My Favorite Things

My Favorite Things 4 by formulakfashion featuring a brown shoulder bag

My Favorite Things 3 by formulakfashion featuring suede boots

My Favorite Things: Fall 2011

Call it a snood, or an infinity scarf, either way, it's just big loop of knit or fur to wear around your neck and instantly up the fashion quotient of any outfit. Perfect for the person who has never mastered the, oh so French way of tying a scarf. Get it in your signature color to add a little gorgeous to your day!

Jocelyn Rabbit Infinity Fur Scarf

www.intermix.com

$198.

Washed Mohair Infinity Scarf

www.eileenfisher.com

$148.

My Favorite Things: Fall 2011

The slouchy sweater. Like the skinny ankle pant a few years ago, this is a game changer. It will instantly update your wardrobe with just one piece. Imagine wearing it with cashmere sweatpants on the weekend and skinny pants or a tube skirt during the week.

Vince Metallic Stripe Sweater

www.nordstrom.com

$248.

J. Crew Cashmere Isabel Sweatshirt

www.jcrew.com

$248.

My Favorite Things: Fall 2011

I don't know which skirt I need more for Fall, the tube skirt or the 70's mini?

Ponte Knit 31" Skirt
www.talbots.com
$99.

Halogen Belted Skirt

www.nordstrom.com

$78.

My Favorite Things: Fall 2011

I'm loving these tough, modern leather pieces from BCBG Max Azria.

Crocodile-Embossed Leather-Plated Cuff Bracelet
www.bcbg.com
$118.

Leather-Plated Link Necklace

www.bcbg.com

$118.

The Emmy's: Best and Worst Dressed

Best Dressed: I don't know who she is, but what a great look for the Emmy's! What I find especially refreshing is the fact that the hair, makeup, and accessories work perfectly with this gorgeous dress. Simply soft hair and makeup and minimal bling bring the focus to her beautiful face and body. What everyone should aspire to when dressing for the big event.

Aubrey Plaza in Juan Carlos Obando dress.

Best Risk: Not your typical red carpet look, but a stunner. Love the edgy straight hair and modern minimal makeup she paired with this daring, midriff-baring dress. She looks gorgeous!

Gwyneth Paltrow in Emilio Pucci dress.

Worst Dressed: I don't know if this is actually the worst dress, or if it just offends me because it is an exact replica of my prom look, circa 1980.

Paz de la Huerta in ?? (nobody is claiming this dress)

Zara

Zara 4 by formulakfashion featuring wedge heel shoes

Zara

Zara 3 by formulakfashion featuring gold plated jewelry

Zara

Zara 2 by formulakfashion featuring a short coat

Zara

Zara!! Available Online in the US!!!

One of my favorite stores has opened an online shopping site for the US, finally. I love the store and am so excited I can get the clothes without having to visit a major city. Originated in Spain, Zara is the H & M for adults. Reasonably priced, great quality clothing that is always spot on trend. At www.zara.com you can find all the major fall 2011 trends: colorblocking, fur, leather, a-line minis, and contrasting collars.

Snake Print Shirt

$49.90

Two-toned Studio Bomber Jacket

$129.00

Combined Platform Ankle Boot
$129.00

Fall Fashion Focus: The Collar

Fashion designers showed a lot of interesting collars for Fall including the contrasting collar, the modern choker, the crossover collar, and the romantic collar.

Prada Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection
Michael Kors Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

Ralph Lauren Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

Andrew Gn Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

Fall Fashion Focus: The Collar

The funnel collar makes a reappearance this season. I think designers must have been cold when designing for Fall 2011.

MaxMara Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection
MaxMara Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

Collette Dinnigan Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

Hermes Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

Fall Fashion Focus: The Collar

A number of designers are showing deep, deep vnecks or peekaboo keyhole necklines.

Sophie Theallet Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection
Collette Dinnigan Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

Ralph Lauren Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

Diane von Furstenberg Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

Ralph Lauren Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

Fall Fashion Focus: The Collar

Every season, the fashion world focuses on a new part of the body or a new part of an outfit. This is what keeps fashion fresh and current. This season, the focus is on the collar. Lot's of interesting collars - fur, funnels, deep, deep v's, and contrasting color. Keep in mind, this brings the focus to the face, so keep makeup polished and dramatic. You might want to invest in a good red lipstick.

Here are several examples of the big fur collars seen on the runway for Fall 2011.

Ralph Lauren Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

Elie Tahari Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection
Prada Fall 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

Airport Chic

Airport Chic 5 by formulakfashion featuring a black bag

Airport Chic

Airport Chic 4 by formulakfashion featuring pocket jeans