Tuesday Thrills - Shoes by Betsey Johnson

Putting on a pair of Betsey Johnson heels is like taking a walk on the wild side of fashion. It's fierce, bold and draws all the attention directly down to your feet. The quirky American designer is widely known for her exuberance and buoyant spirit, youthful designs and longevity - being in the business for more than 4 decades. Betsey creates shoes that come alive with every step taken in them. Unconventional and fabulously unique, these are the heels you wear to make an unforgettable style statement. 

1. Mortica in Blush Multi. A T-bar twist between modern and vintage with floral lace upper and skull studded suede front. $124.99

2. Iconnn in Leopard Satin. A sexy pair of leopard print heels with ribbon ruffle detail. $99.99

3. Ditan in Black Multi. A lovely floral print platform with ribboned lace-up heel. $50

4. Dareah in Blue Multi. An electric blue suede shoe with turquoise lace platform. $109.99

5. Vise in Fucshia. A hot pink furry pair with double buckled ankle straps. $124.99

6. Haylie in Teal Blue. A suede peep-toe sandal with pretty front bow. $129.99

7. Samantaa in Black Multi. A lacey black and ivory sandal with coral coloured heel. $109.99

8. Cammie in Black Pink. Sweetly striped pair, adorned with back bow & ruffled edges. $99.99

9. Tappp in Pink Neon. Trendy coloured pointy toe pump with metal heel. $109.99

10. Capri boot in Bronze. An open toe wedge boot with woven leather design. $139.99 on sale.

11. Zzoey in Black Multi. A snazzy black and grey pair with beige laces. $82.49 on sale.

12. Luvey in Taupe. A suede stunner with tie-up ribbon front and ruffled edges. $114.74

13. Lizzzy in Taupe. A Victorian inspired peep-toe boot with lace-up front and gathered ruffle heel. $134.99

14. Lusttt in Black. An elegant lace and suede tie-up bootie. $169.95

15. Lunar in Black. A black suede ankle boot specked with rainbow coloured crystals. $112.49

Visit the Betsey Johnson website to view more of these vivacious designs. There are stores all over the US and online purchases can be made from Nordstrom, Zappos or Macy's. Prices differ on each site. They may not be your average everyday-type-of-heels, but they are a great way to play dress-up on an adventurous night out. Would you take the plunge and step into one of these eccentric pairs?

Olivia Palermo for Marie Claire Spain

Cover Girl Olivia Palermo
Marie Claire Spain April 2012

Olivia Palermo is taking over the fashion world, one magazine cover at a time. The reality star has been featured endlessly on blogs, style sites and publications all over the world...yet we still don't know what she 'does' for a living. Famous for being famous, Olivia's biggest talent arguably lies in her ability to put a savvy outfit together. Taking some of the pressure off for a bit, here she is styled in a retro glamour shoot by Florence Reveillaud for Marie Claire Spain, the April 2012 issue.

Olivia is radiant in a crimson red Christian Dior Spring 2012 dress with finely pleated gossamer skirt, metallic clasped belt and a sheer plunge V-neckline.

Making a style statement out of vintage print cars, Olivia dons a dainty multi-coloured silk Prada frock with high round neck, pleat-tucked bodice and elasticized waistband.

Beautifully captured in another pleated Prada ensemble, Olivia is shaded in a serene combination of yellow, turquoise and red. Her jewellery is by Carerra y Carrera.

Hailing in the pastel Spring 2012 trend, Olivia wears a soft-hued Masscob shirt, horizontally striped in pale pink, lemon and mint. A pair of white YSL trousers is teamed with it.

Olivia is pretty in pink, wearing a rosy and romantic embroidered lace skirt and top with peplum flounce and ruffle sleeves. The outfit is from Valentino's Spring 2012 collection.

And finally my favourite of all the looks, Olivia delights in fanciful outfit by Louis Vuitton. She wears an ivory satin top with double folded hem, paired with a quaint broderie anglaise and feathered ombré skirt that graduates from white to blue. Silver and white glossy strap, pointy-toed mules are transferred from catwalk to cover girl.

Which is your favourite retro look from Olivia's Marie Claire photo shoot?

Looks Of The Week - 07/04/12

The weekly round-up of celebrity style on and off the red carpet.

Out & About

Olivia Palermo dressed up a paired of cuffed denim jeans with a white Masscob shirt and dazzling silver sequined jacket. A blue Dior bag and purple silk cap-toe pumps by Giambattista Valli accessorized her look.

Brooklyn Decker was optically alluring in a digital print Peter Pilotto pencil skirt, which she simply paired with a navy tank by Theyskens' Theory. Bold neon yellow pointy toe pumps by Christian Louboutin were an eye-catching choice of footwear.

Lauren Conrad's street style is always feminine and polished, as seen in this pretty ensemble. She wears a printed Tibi top, peach silk chiffon Paper Crown skirt, nude Casadei platform pumps and a beige Chanel flap bag.

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was chic in a tailored grey metallic tweed coat by Theyskens' Theory, slickly worn over a black tee, Helmut Lang leather leggings and Alexander Wang sandals.

Ellen Pompeo looked great outside the dull ensembles we usually see her in on 'Grey's Anatomy'. She colour blocked a sleeveless white top with cerise pink Stella McCartney tapered lounge pants. A black clutch, Lanvin cuff bracelet and black cut-out Azzedine Alaia sandals enhanced her cute outfit. 

It Was All Yellow

Celebrities convey the yellow colour trend in abundance this week.

Emily Blunt looked graceful in a saffron yellow Elie Saab dress with belted waist and three-quarter sleeves. Emily added a silver-grey clutch bag and a sizzling pair of yellow crystal beaded Sergio Rossi heels. Bonus points for the bright red lips and nails.

Cat Deely wears an asymmetrical ombré number by Tadashi Shoji. Her hand-painted lemon and white silk linen frock is teamed with a Chloé clutch bag and nude Jimmy Choo sandals.

Gabrielle Union was outstanding in a daffodil yellow V-neck gown with flowing pleated skirt by Bill Blass.

Taylor Swift looked adorable in a canary yellow and white printed Shoshanna 'Tweet' dress, worn with brown bow-stap sandals.

Nicole Richie took a unique approach to the yellow trend, wearing a black and sunflower yellow rose print v-neck maxi dress from her own line, Winter Kate. I can't decide if I like this look or not.

Glamour Girls

Taylor Swift was a vision in white at the Academy of Country Music Awards. The blonde beauty looked sensational in a contoured, cut-out J.Mendel gown with gold curved accents.

Jennifer Lopez seems to get more glamourous by the episode of 'American Idol'. The popular judge looked ravishing in an ensemble by Lanvin, which comprised of a shimmering silver silk lamé skirt with thigh-high split and accordion pleats, a white jersey top with padded shoulders and a sexy pair of leather, suede and wood platforms.

Jennifer Nettles stole the colour spotlight at the Academy of Country Music Awards last Sunday. The Sugarland singer looked stunning in a vivid watermelon pink Max Azria gown with sheer lace panels and pleated skirt, unexpectedly paired with a bright yellow belt.

Brooklyn Decker upped the style ante on her 'Battleship' movie tour while in Japan. The pretty actress picked out a remarkable navy and white Stella McCartney cut-out gown with wide gold waistband.

Friday Frills

Who Wore The Printed Paige Jeans Better?

Who Wore It Better?
Paige 'Verdugo' Ultra Skinny Jeans

We recently saw fashion icon Olivia Palermo elegantly pull off a pair of tie-dye Paige skinny jeans on the streets of New York. Since then, two other starlets have caught onto the trend. One pair of printed jeans, three unique angles...who wore it best?

Olivia Palermo added a sophisticated, upscaled aspect to her Paige 'Verdugo' Tumble Wash jeans, turning up the fold to show off a pair of sassy two-tone leather and animal print 'Avery' pumps by L.A.M.B. A well-tailored navy blue double-breasted blazer and large red Armani bag accompanied her look.

Minka Kelly kept it casual in Sydney, Australia, giving her pair of printed red, pink, blue and white Paige skinny jeans a more laid back approach. She styled it with a white tee, an Alice + Olivia front draped grey knit cardigan, Ray Ban sunglasses and flat Gladiator sandals.

Poppy Delevingne took her pair of Paige jeans for a night time stroll while out in London. Her after dark look included a black tee and cropped blazer with folded up sleeves. Poppy tossed in a few interesting accessories with a blue bejewelled necklace, navy fringed sling bag and suede tie-up ankle boots.

 The Paige Verdugo Skinny Jeans are available online from 

various department stores at a price of $199

All three ladies gave the printed jeans trend their own individual slant on styling, but for me it's Olivia that wore it best. She took a pair of 70's tie-dyed hippie inspired skinny jeans and turned it into a chic and polished street savvy look. What are your thoughts?

The Magic of a Judith Leiber Clutch Bag

Judith Leiber Clutch Bags
Spring/Summer 2012

When celebrities want to stand out on the red carpet, its not so much the dress, hair, make-up or shoes that make an impact. In a sea of so many gorgeous evening gowns, it's the Judith Leiber clutch bag that makes an an ordinary look, extraordinary. It's been 49 years since Hungarian-American visionary and handbag designer Judith Leiber began her company, and every single collection proves to be more astounding than the one before.

The same can be said about the Spring 2012 range of exquisite hand-crafted clutch bags, decadently encrusted in shimmering crystals, spun from exotic fabrics, in designs only an artist like Judith could dream into reality. Whimsical everyday objects have been magically transformed into artful accessories, glittering in luxurious metals and vividly shaded gemstones. These are not just clutch bags, they are spectacularly sculpted masterpieces. Luxuriate in your sweet side with a crystal cupcake clutch or cool yourself down with an ornately beaded fluttering fan. In salute to the jovial spirit of Spring, Judith unveils an array of floral embellished box clutches in sumptuous rich tones. For a more traditional look (in the slightest sense of the word), there are metallic gold and silver pieces that dazzle with their intricate patterns and luminosity. 

Has your heart skipped a beat yet? Wait until you hear how much each of these extravagant designs cost. A simple clutch can start from $1995 to $2995 and goes up to $6995 for a more elaborate design. Keep in mind that these are not merely just clutch bags, they are pieces of collectable art.


*All pictures courtesy of Judithleiber.com

Tuesday Thrills - Romeo and Juliet Couture

Romeo and Juliet Couture present the modern, trend-loving girl with a wide-ranging collection of couture inspired looks. The European label offer beautiful and wearable clothes that pander to any age and taste. This season, Romeo and Juliet Couture launches their 'Gossip Girl' Spring 2012 collection, which is based on the popular television series. We can now channel the looks of our favourite New York stylista's at a fraction of the designer cost. The beautifully made pieces vary between the feminine flair of Blair, the floaty bohemian chic of Serena, the sexy appeal of Diana, classic sophisticate Lily and the colorfully casual Charlie. All this boxed up with the passion and glamour of the Upper East Side. 

1. Leopard Print chiffon strapless dress $161

2. Crinkle Lace banded dress with waist bow. $180

3. Lace insert woven dress. $150

4. Crinkle Taffeta dress with rhinestone halter cross bodice straps. $195

5. Embellished multi-coloured printed maxi dress. $165

6. Colour-blocked pleated maxi dress. $98

7. Solid Chiffon 2-tier dress in electric blue. $158

8. Chiffon Stripe bottom dress. $150

9. Hi-Lo woven skirt in striking yellow. $130
10. Black pleated caftan top with belt. $152
11. Embroidered woven caftan top. $165
12. Pleated maxi skirt in vivid green. $140
13. Watercolour print split-sleeve blouse. $155
14. Chiffon pleated bell sleeve blouse in coral. $130
15. Sleeveless mint zip-back tank with art deco beading. $165. Pleated cuolotte shorts. $85


See the entire 'Gossip Girl' range by Romeo and Juliet Couture on their website here. You can also shop the Spring 2012 collection at the online boutique or pop into your nearest Nordstrom store to have a closer look. Which Gossip Girl look will inspire your wardrobe?


Happy Shopping!

Divas and Darlings - Kids' Choice Awards 2012

Red Carpet Fashion
Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards 2012

The orange carpet was rolled out at the Kids' Choice Awards in Los Angeles this weekend, honouring the best young talent in Hollywood. The style vibe was cool and youthful, with short dresses and vivid shades the order of the day.


Bright Stars

Keke Palmer was twirled in a metallic purple Marco Marco dress with folded ruffle skirt. A striped Judith Leiber clutch and black Louboutin pumps completed her look.
Katy Perry was lurid and loud in a neon green ensemble by Gerlan Jeans, which included a slime-drip top and flashy print skirt. Katy splashed on even more colour with florescent green Prada heels and blue and purple ponytail.
Nickelodeon's Ana Mulvoy looked charming in a simple azure blue dress, decked with colourful beaded necklaces. She counteracted the sweetness of this look with spiked ankle-strap heels.
Daniella Monet wore a vivid pink cap-sleeved dress, elevated by multi-strap pink platforms.
Jada Pinkett Smith opted for a casual outfit, wearing a voluminous cerise pink silk jumpsuit by Catherine Malandrino. For an even more relaxed angle, Jada put on a cropped denim jacket and animal print wedges by Jimmy Choo.

Whipped Cream

Award winner Taylor Swift was delightful in an off-white Maria Lucia Hohan halter-neck dress with satin-strapped bodice and wispy chiffon skirt. A pair of gorgeous gold Nicholas Kirkwood sandals adorned her feet.
A blonder Emma Stone looked elegant in a neutral two-toned Antonio Berardi dress with intricately draped skirt. Her nude Alejandro Ingelmo ankle-strap sandals felt too vanilla.
Selena Gomez bowled the crowd over in a sexy little number by Dolce & Gabbana. She stunned in an ivory silk jacquard bustier top and multi-tonal metallic embellished skirt. For a playful touch, Selena added a pair of bright pink and orange Cesare Paciotti pumps.
Ariel Winter looked graceful in a sleeveless white lattice Cynthia Rowley frock with fluted skirt. Side swept hair and black Aldo pumps finished off her outfit.

Tween Queens

Willow Smith piled on the accessories in an attempt to amp up her simple white Chanel dress and black fringed boots. It maybe fun and fearless, but sometimes too much is too much.
Mad Men's Kiernan Shipka did the exact opposite, opting for an uncluttered and simplistic look with a white neck-bow shift dress, nude ballet flats and high bun.
Willow Shields (The Hunger Games) looked adorable and age-appropriate in a bright pink tank top, paired with a Normandy blue night bird taffeta skirt by Marc by Marc Jacobs. She walked in silver flats.
Disney's China Anne McClain was one of very few stars who opted to wear pants. The actress teamed a pair of white skinny jeans with a caramel coloured jacket, lace-up two-tone shoes and a silver statement necklace.
Amandla Stenberg (The Hunger Games) went for a twinkly look, choosing a black and gold sequined Tony Ward dress with yellow belt and metallic gold brogues by Kate Spade.

Blue Belles

Nickelodeon's Gracie Dzienny posed in a sparkly blue and black mini with matching ankle strap sandals.
Kristen Stewart was demure in a royal blue long-sleeved lace dress with satin waistband by Stella McCartney. Her lighter shaded blue heels are by Barbara Bui.
Miranda Cosgrove looked polished in a cobalt blue leather dress by Porter Grey. Black Stella McCartney ankle boots and gold Kara Akerman bracelets aided her ensemble.
Isabelle Fuhrman wore a blue and white petal print outfit courtesy of Jason Wu, with sheer embellished-collar blouse and belted shorts. Black Casadei wedges were her choice of heels.
Nickelodeon actress Halston Sage chose a glittery and fitted two-shaded blue dress, paired with sapphire satin pumps.

All About Orange

Ashley Tisdale looked lovely in a coral Kymerah sheer strapless dress with printed underskirt and asymmetrical hemline. Ashley defined her waist with a wide black belt and stood in fringed Brian Atwood sandals.
Sarah Hyland was vibrant in a tangerine v-neck wrapover Myne dress, with knee-high slit. Strappy Cesare Paciotti sandals and a shiny gold Kotur clutch compliment her outfit.
The Suite Life's Alyson Stoner looked beautiful and all grown-up in strapless apricot orange empire waist gown with gold collar neckpiece.
Victoria Justice tried on a tomboy look by Elizabeth & James, made up of a peachy orange blazer and shorts set, with white blouse and grey lace embellished boots by Valentino.
Disney star Madison Pettis picked out a shapely colour-blocked tangerine and orange mini, with a matching pair of peep-toes.
Another Disney favourite, Jennifer Stone also went for a two-shaded orange outfit, hers in tangelo with asymmetrical sleeve and marigold belt and heels.

In Black & White

Kelly Osbourne donned a black one shouldered Tony Ward frock with flair textured skirt and a dashing pair of hot pink Giuseppe Zanotti heels. I'm not so bothered with the lilac hair here.
Karina Smirnoff showed off her toned pins in a lace embroidered Ema Savahl dress with lovely two-tone bow bedecked sandals.
Disney's Kelsey Chow was engaging in a cosmic print mini dress with unevenly tiered skirt. A black clutch and apple green suede pumps complete her cute outfit.
Heidi Klum opted for a minimal look, wearing a high-neck, long-sleeved mini dress by Roland Mouret, along with a sassy pair of thigh-high grey suede boots.

Who is your best and worst dressed at the 2012 Kids' Choice Awards?