CELEB QUOTIENT

:: Kiss From A Rose... ::

Say what you want about Amber Rose, but the girl's got Blonde Ambition. She's been called "Kanye's Girl Toy" to "blondyke", questioned about her sexuality and whether or not she's model material, and still keeps everyone wanting for more. I personally fell in love with her upon first sight with her mirrored sunglasses at Fashion Week (see below). She just has that "who's that girl?" je nais se quoi about her. Perfect pouty mouth, great shapely body and the moxie to pull off a bleach blond buzz haircut. Which leaves me with one question. What's your definition of "fierce"?!

♥
-S





photo credits: justjared.com, getty images

:: RACHEL ROY S/S 2010 ::

A/W 2009 collections are still waiting to break out of fashionista's garment bags and already we're previewing looks for S/S 2010. That's one of the many things that I love about the fashion world. You either keep up or get left behind. Forward progression, evolution and inspiration is what keeps the creativity so exciting and inspiring.

Since it's inception, I was an immediate fan of Rachel Roy. Her soft and sophisticated draping in rich fabrics, her color palettes, and textures are always so feminine and classic. I was so drawn to the rich hues of teal and magenta. However, being equally as fascinated with the neutral tones of taupe and cream and the ever classic, black.

If you're a "rich" lil poor girl such as myself, and you like the look of Rachel Roy, then you'll more than enjoy her new bridge line, Rachel Rachel Roy. It's filled with just as equally stylish pieces, but for a fraction of the price. Check out the current A/W 2009 collection here! (Free shipping on all orders until 10/31!) Those faint of heart, BEWARE: it's to die for!

♥
-S

:: L.O.V.E ::

"Tell me, my friend, have you ever danced with the devil in the pale moonlight? I ask that of all my prey. I just like the sound of it."

Chanel Coco-Mademoiselle ironically has become my "signature" fragrance so to speak. It's enviably sexy and seductive, filled with notes of Haitian vetiver, and patchouli with hints of bergamot and grapefruit. It's as though men are my prey whenever I'm wearing this. Its sultry and alluring formula is so intoxicating that it conjurs an almost paranormal attraction. The irony of it all is that a former love(r) decided to gift me with the concoction because it was his favorite fragrance. It drove him absolutely wild. As so did I, at that time. And as much as I hate to admit it, he knew just the perfect compliment to my persona. Then again, he always knew what was perfect for me ;-) Little did I know that I too would soon be cast by it's spell...

Check out the mini-commercial below that Chanel produced with actress, Keira Knightley for the ad campaign. Joss Stone belts this beautiful ballad over the sequence. For those of you who know me, how fitting of a song, no?
♥

-S

:: Shoe Erotica ::

Check out these incredibly delicious chaussures a la Christian Louboutin. Mmm...they look like cherry-flavored shoe lollipops...SWEET.

♥
-S

:: Style Mashup ::

I was just speaking of style mashups recently and look what I found. ELLE did an 8-look segment on personal style for its October issue. Out of the eight, I found two styles that "spoke" to me. I like to have a basic and structured platform to add killer accessories to (or not). BUT, I love leather and studs because it reminds me of sex and seduction. It's bad a*s just like my alter-ego. Why not be Clark Kent by day and Superman by night? or a little something more? if you dare...

:: BACKSTAGE PASS ::

Just some behind-the-scenes shots from the Fur and Chains post. It was a beauty shoot for my BFF makeup artist, T. Lamar. He's amazing! Follow on Twitter!

♥
-S

:: Queen Victoria ::

A few of my favorite shots from Victoria Beckham's ELLE shoot. All hail the queen!

:: Fur and Chains ::

I can be pretty complex with most things that I do because I have a short attention span. This complexity is also involved with my personal style. I have tried more of a minimalist look this past spring and summer, but I keep gravitating toward an edgier, more stylized look. I decided that this fall, I shall no longer resist my urges and go forth into the dark and unknown. It symbolizes who I am and what better way to express myself than through clothing choices? I tend to dress how I am feeling for the day so you're bound to see a mash-up of different styles. However, not to fret. I am not one of those all over the place dressers who have to try every trend there is out there. Being cohesive is key (I like that word...cohesive). I am a blank canvas after all and I've been told that I wear my heart on my sleeve so why not literally?

:: nuit aux cinema ::

Ah...fall is almost here and I can't wait for the fur, the gloves, the oversize chunky knit scarves! Fall is THE best season in fashion and all the magazines are gathering all that is necessary to give you a preview of what to anticipate for the glorious season. I love the fall fashion mags..."the September issue...." It's the perfect little preamble to the fashion constitution. Speaking of which, I had the pleasure of catching The September Issue at the theatre instead of having it sent from my netflix queue upon release. Only two theatres were playing it here in Atlanta!I thought of Anna at times to be quite endearing in the film. Not really much like "The Ice Queen" that The Devil Wears Prada made her out to be at all. She just the kind of person that knows what works and doesn't apologize or compromise much about it. She appreciates those who work closely with her and admires their professional abilities. Well, what's so wrong with that? I still don't know Anna Wintour, but it was nice to see a softer and more realistic side of her...

Loves...

♥ -S

:: Sugar and Spice ::

So my friend T and I decided to head over to this spot to celebrate the birthday of emerging artist, Priscilla Renea. I started the night off with a few wardrobe issues, but after about two outfit changes, I declared it to be a night for a little edge with a little dainty. T was dressed pretty rad too, but we didn't get too much of him on cam :-) Sorry, T. Next time, I promise!

:: I'm just a girl... ::

I don't know if blogs start out with introductions or not, but allow me to introduce myself. I am just a "poor" girl with rich dreams and rich taste. I deemed it necessary to share my exploits and inspirations with whoever would listen and watch. It really is my justifiable excuse to indulge in my narcissistic tendencies. A girl can't help it! During this journey, a lot of you will come to realize that you're just like me. So let this be our little haven for our addictions, kind of like our own secret but not so secret society. Practical and logical people NOT allowed ;-)

♥

-S