Jesenia’s Goodie Bag of the Week: Lipsticks, Turbans, Shoes and Skirts

July 2011, Actress Emma Watson graced the cover of VOGUE Magazine, her lips enriched in a deep Gothic reddish-burgundy color. In my quest to recreate this very look, I sought the help of the experts at MAC Cosmetics and came across “DIVA” lipstick (a highly pigmented purplish-red hue.) Being married to retail mogul Francois Pinault […]

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Jimmy Choo, I Love You.

What’s not to love about Jimmy Choo shoes? Feminine. Classical. Desirable. Progressive. “A Woman’s Right to Shoes,” an episode dedicated to Carrie Bradshaw’s lost shoes on the hit show Sex in the City. Today’s installment focuses on a croc pump, (an office staple for a working woman with charisma) to pair with 2 outfits and […]

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Colorful Nail Polish and Eye-Popping Eyeshadow

The Magic of DIOR: Looking for a Spring/Summer polish? Or perhaps an investment in a classic color? Dior concocted a total of five impressive bottles of lacquer for us to try. DIOR VERNIS (Trafalgar): Red-Orange continues to make headlines, (shown here on actress Kate Bosworth.) A color so addictive, it dates back to Prada’s Spring […]

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Happy Feet (Designer Shoe Edition)

Yves Saint Laurent (Baobab Python Wedge Sandals): Platforms and python prints are my weakness, so when you add these two together, you get a glorious shoe, perfect for Casual Fridays at work and a full-fledged weekend of fun.  Line them up with practically any wardrobe-piece, from cargo shorts and pants, to pencil and denim skirts, […]

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Jesenia’s Goodie Bag Find: Veils, Lip Rouge and Chanel bags

The fabulous Daphne Guinness has evoked a love for veils, stating “It’s less pretentious than sunglasses… It gives you that slight distance from things. Everything’s a bit grainy, like a super-eight film.” Well said Daphne! Other fashion-forward divas such as Lady Gaga have embraced the veil. Even Jason Wu introduced it for his Fall 2011 […]

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Party Like a Rock STAR

More than just d-e-l-i-c-i-o-u-s, this is so Fergalicious! Herve Leger is a master at creating femme fatale/avant-garde one-of-a-kinds. The latest muted addition is the perforated leather bandage dress. The dress does justice with a blazer-jacket, stacked bracelets, a killer armor ring and kick-ass booties. THEYSKEN’S THEORY (delia glazed-leather mini dress): Throw on some cool Jackie-O […]

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Jesenia’s Goodie Bag Find: Look of the Day

A look Gwen Stefani would love. –> Translation: FUN! Giambattista Valli (leopard-print silk-organza top): Match this top with black, white, red or blue denim, pencil skirts, dress pants and shorts. ACNE (skin high-rise skinny jeans): Works best with solid and graphic draped tees, jacket-blazers, embroidered, sheer or lace blouses. Louboutin (python and nubuck ankle boots): […]

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ShoeMANIA!

Lady Gaga entertains us, not only with music and outrageous costumes, but with her amazing taste in shoes.  These patent boots may look intimidating, but are totally wearable with knee-length skirts, trousers and denim. Japanese shoe designer Noritaka Tatehana’s custom-creation reaches new heights with these cutting-edge platforms. Pair them with slim-fit jeans, denim skirts, cargo […]

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Star-Studded Affair

From Balmain’s catwalk to Madonna’s “Celebration” music video, this studded dress knows only one way to go and that’s up. Slip on a pair of liquid pants to convert this look into a tunic. Black leather shoes can vary from pointed flats, wedges and platform boots and sizes can vary from anklets, calf, knee to […]

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All The Pretty Colors

We’ve seen music artists such as Lady Gaga and Fergie rock this electric yellow polish, now the moment has arrived when Chanel released their latest edition, a brilliant Mimosa to remind us to spike our OJ with champagne. Pair this lovely lacquer with a Marc by Marc Jacobs quilted leather shoulder bag. A delicate blend […]

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I heart Alexander McQueen!

Alexander McQueen’s platform boots have graced the soles of individuals such as famed socialite Daphne Guinness, music artist Lady Gaga, model Heidi Klum and have even featured in editorial highlights for various élite fashion magazines. Since then, McQueen’s fancy footwear has left a major following; for Resort 2011, actress Chloe Sevigny created a clothing line […]

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Calender Appeal

Ever open your closet door and stare directly into space, wondering what to wear? Don’t torture yourself! Just grab a Sharpie marker and scribble into your agenda these six impressive looks for work and play. Work Week: Office appropriate and for after-work activities, like finger foods and happy hour at your favorite bar. T by […]

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