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Saturday, November 23, 2013

Feather Fashion | Holiday Season

The Holiday season has snuck up on us once again and it is full of opportunities to pull out your shiniest and dressier attire-- from sequins, jewel encrusted detail and what other than feathers!

The Fall 2013 collections were full of the embellishment on the runways at shows like Gucci, Dries Van Noten and Alexander McQueen. Don't shy away from the fancy detail thinking it will only work on a runway. Retailers like Bebe, Kate Spade and Club Monaco have offered their own versions, whether it be detail on a purse/clutch, skirts/dresses, shoes and accessories.

So how do you work a trend like this into your wardrobe?

You should keep this fluttery touch for a special occasion (upcoming holiday parties) or during cocktail hours rather than a daytime look. Underdress a feathered peplum top with black leather skinnies or a feathered skirt with a knit top. Or don't. Just don't don feather from head to toe and expect to look like Beyonce.

Take a look at some great feather finds-

At Kate Spade.

At Bebe.

Vest from Club Monaco

At Alice and Olivia

At ASOS.com

Hair Clip at Anthropologie

At Shopstyle.com

DSquared Brooch at Shopstyle.com

Lanvin Necklace at Shopstyle.com

Feather garments will cost a little bit more than a little black dress, but, it is a piece you or anyone will never forget and it is the holidays. Give yourself a reason to splurge a little.

Challenge yourself this season and add some feather.

xoxo

Mercedes B.

Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Kim K | Fashion

Since Kim Kardashian has stepped back into the spotlight post baby North West, her fashion choices have gone from bright hued tight dresses to muted chic ensembles.

It may be the blonde hair or the anticipation to show the world that she is back, but, Kim K has brought it.

Top Shop Top

Kardashian Kollection Sample Skirt

Gianvitto Rossi Heels

Donna Karan Dress

Stepping out in Daisy Dukes

In Paris, Jadore.

Dolce & Gabbana

Always beautiful in Paris

That hair! I love it.

Veronique Leroy Top

Donna Karen Skirt

Tom Ford Heels

Kimmy K you are gorgeous and you know it.

Mercedes B

Sunday, November 10, 2013

Sunday Funday | LACE

LACE & a BUTTON UP

Key elements in my style are classic pieces. They're easy and polished. I can always count on a button up to class up any look, besides a classic piece like that always goes well with trends. Especially lace.

I don't know if I've already mentioned my love for lace this season, but, I love LACE.

I can't wait to recycle this skirt and wear it with a pair of black flat boots just to toughen it up a bit.

This shot does no justice, I just love action shots. They're my favorite.

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What I wore

Military Style Button up from EXPRESS. (Definitely a throwback. About 3-4 years old)

Lace skirt from ZARA.

Similar style shown here & here.

Rockstud shoes by VALENTINO

I bought mine from my favorite retailer Bergdorf Goodman.

Shown here.

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Now everyone knows my favorite store is ZARA. They always have what I'm looking for and I can count on them for always being on trend.

Lace is Love, Check out these looks.

Amen Fashion.

Love it.

xoxo

Mercedes B

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Salon Opening | What I wore

Last nights venue was Ando's Salon grand opening in Slingerlands.

I am so excited about this Salon. Not only because of everything it offers and the looks of it, but my Mom is also a stylist there and she is amazing.

If you're in need of hair extensions, keratin treatments, color/highlights or just a haircut, Ando Salon is where you need to go.

Check out the Facebook page at Ando Salon .

And here is what I wore. Since it is a Salon Opening and the traditional color of hairstylists is black, then black it is. Hey, I am not complaining! More flattering for me! (Smile!)

Trying to figure out what to wear...

And the lovely, Monica. (My Mom)

And a quick selfie ..

What I wore:

Top- Express

Pants- Bebe

Shoes- Valentino

Don't forget to make your appointments with Monica at Ando Salon, at the second location in Slingerlands, New York.

Also, once again I'd like to thank my followers. The views keep getting higher and higher! Thank you.

Follow me on Instagram at Mer_cedesB

xoxo

Mercedes B

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Blake Lively | 10 Best

Blake Lively, an all American girl.

I've been obsessed since her Serena Van Der Woodsen days on Gossip Girl. I could go on and on with her fashion but that would take forever, she always seems to look amazing. With Anna Wintour and Karl Lagerfeld being fans of this blonde babe that says it all. If I could choose a celeb who is always on top its definitely Blake.

Here's my top 10.

10. Shirt and Pants, Emanuel Ungaro. Shoes, Christian Louboutin.

Printed pants with ruffling detail on the side still look so flattering on Blake's slim and slender body.

9. In Anthony Vaccarello.

Anna Dello Russo donned this ensemb' in a shorter version, but the longer piece is just as amaze.

8. RED, SPARKLES & GUCCI.

7. Dress, Marios Schwab. Shoes, Giuseppe Zanetti.

She glowed in this green skirt.

6. Dress, Chanel. Shoes, Christian Louboutin.

5. Again she dons and perfects Chanel and Louboutin heels.

4. C & C.

Chanel and Christian.

3. Love this Marchesa dress. She can definitely work a mini.

2. Michael Kors and Christian Louboutin.

I've figured it out, red is her color.

1. Blake shined in this dress. She looked so glamorous, like she just stepped out a time machine with this retro look. The hair, the red lips and this Zuhair Murad gown looked amazing on her.

Whether its a mini showing off those gorgeous legs, a gown, suits and laid back looks, Blake has showed she is A list.

xoxo.

Mercedes B

Saturday, October 26, 2013

Chilly Saturday Nights | What I wore

Saturday night and my date is with Saratoga and my beau.

Limoncello Restaurant is a must. If your ever in the area you don't want to miss out.

The cold weather came up on us Northerners within a flash so to keep warm this fall/winter layering is major. If your worried about it adding lb's always start with a fitted tee/tank, a knit top over it and then your coat. The trick is to belt it, show that waist! I love the cold for this reason, each layer gets cuter.