Monthly Archives: October 2012

Badgley Mischka Meet the Walnut Creek Stylist

Ladies Stylish, your Walnut Creek Stylist had the pleasure of spending Saturday with Mark Badgley and James Mischka who are the dynamic design duo behind the fashion house ‘Badgley Mischka.’  They are as handsome and charming as they are talented,

Badgley Mischka Meet the Walnut Creek Stylist

Ladies Stylish, your Walnut Creek Stylist had the pleasure of spending Saturday with Mark Badgley and James Mischka who are the dynamic design duo behind the fashion house ‘Badgley Mischka.’  They are as handsome and charming as they are talented,

Badgely Mischka’s Vision of Beauty

Mark Badgely and James Mischka have assisted beautiful women in captivating the attention of their audiences since 1988. Their dresses and evening gowns, sold under the brand name Badgely Mischka,  have been worn by celebrities Sharon Stone, Teri Hatcher, Madonna,

Badgely Mischka’s Vision of Beauty

Mark Badgely and James Mischka have assisted beautiful women in captivating the attention of their audiences since 1988. Their dresses and evening gowns, sold under the brand name Badgely Mischka,  have been worn by celebrities Sharon Stone, Teri Hatcher, Madonna,

Reset to Zero – Jil Sander Returns

Those of us in Fine Apparel and Couture have been waiting expectantly for the return of Jil Sander as the designer for her self-named couture line. Sander  named her show “Reset to Zero” and showed stark pieces and minimalist lines.

Reset to Zero – Jil Sander Returns

Those of us in Fine Apparel and Couture have been waiting expectantly for the return of Jil Sander as the designer for her self-named couture line. Sander  named her show “Reset to Zero” and showed stark pieces and minimalist lines.

Chanel’s Hula Hoop Handbag

  For all my athlete fashionistas, Chanel has a line of couture sports gear and clothing. Each piece, like the white quilted Chanel handbag with circular black handle, is created with superior attention to detail.

Chanel’s Hula Hoop Handbag

  For all my athlete fashionistas, Chanel has a line of couture sports gear and clothing. Each piece, like the white quilted Chanel handbag with circular black handle, is created with superior attention to detail.

Emmanuele Alt Street-Style for Fall 2012

French Vogue editor Emmanuelle Alt shows us that trendy is not always where we want to be with our style. Alt knows her best looks and sticks with basics much of the time: a low-rise pant, comfortable shirt, black belt

Emmanuele Alt Street-Style for Fall 2012

French Vogue editor Emmanuelle Alt shows us that trendy is not always where we want to be with our style. Alt knows her best looks and sticks with basics much of the time: a low-rise pant, comfortable shirt, black belt

Anna Wintour’s Street-Style for Fall

Possibly the most photographed fashion editor ever, Anna Wintour has created fashion trends since 1988. She is Editor-in-Chief of American Vogue and a constant front-row presence at Fashion Week runways. I was drawn to the way she created a savvy chic

Anna Wintour’s Street-Style for Fall

Possibly the most photographed fashion editor ever, Anna Wintour has created fashion trends since 1988. She is Editor-in-Chief of American Vogue and a constant front-row presence at Fashion Week runways. I was drawn to the way she created a savvy chic

Go-Anywhere in Emilio Pucci

For those of you who have been doing your crunches faithfully, this dress is your go-to for comfort and style. Slip into an ankle-strap pump or over-the-knee boot for your luncheon, then toss a fur vest  on your shoulders for

Go-Anywhere in Emilio Pucci

For those of you who have been doing your crunches faithfully, this dress is your go-to for comfort and style. Slip into an ankle-strap pump or over-the-knee boot for your luncheon, then toss a fur vest  on your shoulders for

One-Shoulder Bandage Dress from Herve Leger

Without par, the Herve Leger bandage dress is an icon that has often been copied and never been surpassed. The key lies in the beauty and performance of the spandex-infused rayon/nylon blend that sculpts a woman’s silhouette to perfection.  

One-Shoulder Bandage Dress from Herve Leger

Without par, the Herve Leger bandage dress is an icon that has often been copied and never been surpassed. The key lies in the beauty and performance of the spandex-infused rayon/nylon blend that sculpts a woman’s silhouette to perfection.  

Sarah Burton’s Exquisite Intarsia

The hand of Sarah Burton’s rayon/wool/silk intarsia is so fine, so soft and yet so impossibly sturdy that the material defies its own physics. Flattering to many figures, taken back to nude leg and pump or legging and boot, this

Sarah Burton’s Exquisite Intarsia

The hand of Sarah Burton’s rayon/wool/silk intarsia is so fine, so soft and yet so impossibly sturdy that the material defies its own physics. Flattering to many figures, taken back to nude leg and pump or legging and boot, this

Michelle Obama, First Lady of the United States

Mrs Obama has captivated our attention with her choice of personal, delightful style. In this snapshot from the Guardian (UK) she wears a collection of greens that together light up the space around her.  Does anyone know who this designer

Michelle Obama, First Lady of the United States

Mrs Obama has captivated our attention with her choice of personal, delightful style. In this snapshot from the Guardian (UK) she wears a collection of greens that together light up the space around her.  Does anyone know who this designer