Color Story: Maria Barros + Christmas

Today I have a new series called Color Story debuting over on Paloma's La Dolce Vita!  Read more about Maria Barros' style here.

Glamour Obsession: Burgundy, Bordeaux, Merlot

Hi Everyone!!!  Today I am guest posting over on Paloma's La Dolce Vita blog!!!  Be sure to check out my post here! 

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Glamour Obsession: Brunette for Fall

Today I'm guest posting over on Paloma's La Dolce Vita!  Be sure to check it out if you are looking for a little inspiration to make yourself over this Fall!!!

See more inspiring pics here

Glamour Obsession: Chic Maternity Style

Today I am guest posting over on La Dolce Vita!  Stop on by and check out my take on maternity style!  Oh by the way, I've got a little one on the way!  More on that to come!

Glamour Obsession: Neon

I'm currently obsessed with all things neon and bright so read more about it here today on La Dolce Vita!!!  I love to hear from you so leave a little comment too!  

Oh Olivia

Girls got so much style!  Here's to a wonderful week ahead!

Glamour Obsession: French, Do It, Better

In case you missed my guest post over at LDV, check it out here!   

French really do, do it better!  Can I please own this little Vespa and cruise off into the city??!! 

Glamour Obsession: Bohemian Chic

Hey Everyone!  Blogging hasn't been on the top of my list these days since my day job and motherhood has literally eaten me alive!  It's all good though because business is booming and I'm super duper busy finding creatives jobs, which I love!  I'm contributing regularly over on Paloma's blog La Dolce Vita, so be sure to check out my post today about all things bohemian and glamorous!  See you there!!!

Rebirth of Cool: Saucy Glossie

I love fashion bloggers.  I stumbled upon Lindsey Calla's blog Saucy Glossie last summer while pregnant and was so inspired by all her adorable fashion ensembles that I couldn't wait to recreate them!

Well, a few weeks ago I was pleasantly surprised to see Lindsey on TV as the spokesperson for TJ MAXX!  How cool is that??!!  It really goes to show that regular individuals can have such a huge impact on advertising.

I will admit, that when I see Lindsey pair super cute wide legged pants from New York and Company on her blog, I actually do go into the stores to find the same exact items to create looks at more affordable prices.

I'm also curious to step inside a TJ MAXX to find affordable name brand pieces at lower prices, thanks to Lindsey.  So great job Lindsey and TJ Maxx for a really well executed ad campaign!  I'm pretty much sold and will definitely be stopping by some stores this Fall!

We don't need tickets, I'm Chuck Bass

New Gossip Girl starts tonight!!!  Are you as excited as I am??!!

Demi + Ann

I'll admit it, I've always loved Demi Moore.  Ever since watching St. Elmo's Fire on repeat in my college room dorm, I've just loved her (it's probably that raspy voice and raven hair).  Demi is one of those awe inspiring (forgive me for saying "older") beauties that really does get better with age.  So this weekend, when I saw the new ad campaign for Ann Taylor, I had to step into the store to see the new looks.    

Fall is my absolute favorite time of year and since I was 8 months pregnant last Fall and didn't buy a thing (except elastic waist band pants), I've been re-building my wardrobe this season and having a blast doing it!  The baby weight is gone and it feels really great to get back into some smaller sizes (anyone who has had a baby knows it can be challenging to get back to your old self and at times may seem like you never will - trust me keep working at it and you will!!!).  

To treat myself I purchased this Downtown Cape from Ann Taylor and I love it!!!  It wasn't easy finding the right size since they were practically sold out at every store in Southern California, but I found the last size small (it runs huge) at the Lake Avenue location in my old 'hood in Pasadena (it was 95 degrees out and pretty miserable, but hey, I got my Fall statement piece).  So thanks, Demi, you can still manage to inspire and sell out clothes!    

Timeless

I want this watch.  Oh Hello, again blog friends!!!  Yes I've been completely consumed for the past few weeks with other things like managing a full-time career with motherhood, and balancing it out with lots of leisurely things on the weekends (like shopping)!  I love watches and this Cartier Tank is on my wish list!  I think it's classic, timeless, and elegant.  Jackie O used to wear this style and so did Princess Diana.  I just love the gold face with the Roman numerals and the black crocodile band.

I love how it looks paired on the same arm with a bracelet.  It's so lady like and sophisticated.  Worn daily is totally appropriate for the office, or worn casually paired with jeans and a tee, it even works with a cocktail dress.  Here are some other watch styles and looks that I absolutely love...    

Gold watch, gold bracelets, gold signet ring, utter perfection!

Gucci Westman wears her Cartier Tank with a brown leather band,  and gold signet ring paired with wedding bands.  I love seeing how other people wear their daily jewelry pieces in a unique way.

I love this classic orange Hermes style paired with lots of bracelets!

This one has me swooning!  Big gold watch and an Hermes enamel cuff perfectly complement each other!  I just wish the prices of gold weren't sky rocketing right now because these pieces are almost double what they were a few years ago.

And of course, there's the gold Rolex that is at the top of the price range.  I tried on this bad boy at the Rolex store in Century City and it's a whopping $28k!!!  It's so beautiful though and I love how Posh rocks it!  Digging her chic short 'do, black tee, and leather leggings.  I spy a black and gold Hermes enamel bracelet on her right arm!

Rachel Zoe's men's Cartier watch is gorgeous!  Again, I love how she styles her wedding rings with other cool pieces of jewelry.  Chick has style.

Where I'm at Today: La Dolce Vita

Today I am guest blogging over at Paloma's "Dream Home Series" on La Dolce Vita!!!  I was absolutely thrilled when Paloma asked me to participate, so I immediately got to work compiling all my favorite images from my personal files.  La Dolce Vita was one of the first blogs I started following 3 years ago and through the powers of Social Media have been able to develop a friendship with her.  I admire her fierce eye for style, determination to pursue her dreams, and am constantly inspired by High Gloss Magazine!  Please stop by and say hello!

xo,
Vanessa

Power Suit

How hot is this red suit???  Even hotter is the blue oxford shirt with the monogrammed pocket, gold buttons, and friendship bracelets!  I just love the ease and comfort of this structured look, yet unbelievably cool and laid back vibe.  It's the perfect balance and this one gets masculine and feminine just right.

GP's Tribeca Apartment

Gwyneth Paltrow, I love your style!

Images via I Love Wild Fox

House of Style

Cindy Crawford for Vogue Mexico May 2011 by Tesh 

Pinks + Tans

This is, hands down, my most favorite color palette for summer!  Who doesn't look good with tan skin and pink cheeks???  What I love most about this combo is the energy it exudes!  It just screams confident, sexy, woman!  

(the leopard heels aren't bad either)

 Translated into an interior like this is also breath taking!  I love how this wood console comes alive with a pink lamp, paired with this bold piece of art.  I want to re-create that canvas, playing with this color combo - so easy to do!

Bright pink with nudes is so casual, chic, and effortless!

 Loving the zebra with these pink arm chairs and brown curtains.  Looks so easy and comfortable!

 I want that pink purse and those hot pants!

Light pink and tans is so calming...I remember watching this episode of Sarah's House and was so intrigued by this room, it's breath taking!

Hot pink scarf and beautiful tan leather goods with slimming black, doesn't get much better than this!  


top image via Design Darling