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Monday, April 22, 2013

Ladies Who Changed Fashion: Jackie O

                                     Happy Monday!
So Sorry, I didn't Post on Friday since life kinda got busy, now I'm back. Today I wanted to talk about Ladies Who Changed Fashion and I picked one of  favorite Icons In the World, Jackie O, she changed my life.. And how I look at Fashion and I wanted to share that with you, If You like this, I may write another one on Audrey Hepburn soon. 


 Ladies Who Changed Fashion: Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.               
                         

                                                       The Family.
On November 27, 1957 Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy gave birth to Caroline Bouvier Kennedy and soon after John Kennedy was re-elected senator and returned to Washington, he began to seek the presidential nomination.
Jackie campaigned vigorously for her husband until she became pregnant again in 1960. Even afterwards she continued to help as much as she was physically able until the birth of her son, John Jr.                                                                                           
Jackie carries herself in a polished way that looked as if she was sophisticated all the time.  She was the perfect, All-American Queen of that era.
Jackie ranks among the most popular of First Ladies.
She was a stark contrast from her recent predecessors, who were all much older.
She was not only young and attractive, but intelligent and cultivated. She possessed an innate
sense of style and elegance. Though she was sometimes criticized for her aloofness, expensive tastes, the American public quickly took to her in.                                                                     
Now let’s move onto how she become a wonderful First Lady. It seems she always put her husband first then her littles ones. Family was very important to Jackie and to her famous husband John.



(How she became a Icon)

Jackie The first lady.

When they first got to the White House, Jackie planned numerous social events that brought the First Couple into the nation's cultural spotlight With many people.
She invited artists and many, many people of the Arts And for them to mingle with politicians, diplomats, and statesmen. Her appreciation for art, music, and culture marked a new chapter in American history.

She wrote an introduction to "The White House: A Historical Guide," and she also developed the idea of a filmed tour of the White House that she would conduct.

The tour was broadcast on Valentine's Day 1962, and it was eventually distributed to 106 countries. She was open and transparent person, That’s why Jackie wasn’t scared to show her true self to the press and the World.
She was humble and admired for doing things herself, also being true to herself even though she was in the White House.  
Jackie Kennedy did her own sketches for her 1961 inauguration ball dress. Ethel Frankau of Bergdorf custom design made the white dress which had a strapless bodice and chiffon overlay And It was worn with a matching cape, This dress changed the way, the public looked at First Ladies And showed the world how Jackie would soon come to change the fashion world.



Reasons why her style is classic.

The dresses she wore were not inexpensive. They reeked style in every way. From the color to the hat to the shoes.
From Left to Right, 
In a Oleg Cassini apricot silk Ziberline Dress. In the middle is Jackie in Cassini designer strapless evening dress in pink beaded evening Dress In 1963.  On The right in a yellow day suit by Oleg Cassini.
Now I remember something from Daniel Coyle’s Book. that he calls “Deep Practice” Now I’m applying it to Jackie O fashion, even though Jackie had wonderful style more of the time, I know Jackie did have her fashion mishaps as we all do! But we never saw them or she had them when she was younger But she always moved on and tried different trends.
Now almost everyone Knows or knew that Jackie Kennedy who later remarried and became Onassis.. That’s how she got the O! Now she’s known as Jackie O.



In her sense of style, Jackie knew always what worked best for her with the help of family friend,Oleg Cassini takes credit for forming her early signature look, having dressed the first lady head-to-toe, without any rivalry from other fashion houses for significant lengths of time, only thing is that Jackie was not intimidated into wearing what others were wearing and Jackie insisted on sleeveless dresses when they were unheard of. She became one of the trend setters wearing trousers at a time when pantsuits were considered unacceptable and loved wearing skirt suits, white gloves, pill-box hats and classic clasp handbag they seemed simple to Jackie but would later become known as Classic Jackie O, clothing and accessories.




Jackie’s Legacy.
You can see any of Jackie’s Dresses and Outfits on display at the JFK Library in Boston,MA.


Fashion and life quotes about Jackie.


Few women in history have captured the imagination the way she did, and it was Jackie’s courage and grace that have made her image an enduring one. She was an original, an icon." ~ Valentino


No one else looked like her, spoke like her, or was so original in the way she did things. No one we knew ever had a better sense of self" ~ Senator Ted Kennedy

Three attributes to describe my mother? Love of words, the bonds of home and family, and the spirit of adventure. ~ John F. Kennedy, Jr.

I hope You see Now why I wrote that Jackie is a Icon because she’s a Classic American icon and will always be one, and yes that sounds cliche but it’s true.
 
More Photos of Jackie!
P.S. some photos have info and a lot don't!



Jackie as a Child.

Debutante 

Jackie at 22 who Inquiring Photographer for The Washington Times-Herald. 
Her Iconic Wedding And Wedding Dress to her 1st Hubby John Kennedy. 




Candid Photo.  

Jackie And Pres Kennedy With Queen 






Her style More in the 70s. 
Jackie Out with Her Two kids, John Jr and Caroline. 
I love how it looks so effortless yet it's so chic.

Omgh.. This white suit.. Wow! And it's a matching white suit. 

Her 2st Wedding Dress to Aristotle Onassis

Her Dress was Designed by her friend Valentino. 











Jackie passed away In May 19, 1994 (age 64) this icon is deeply missed! and will forever live in our hearts. 

                                            How to get Jackie's style! 
You need to keep It simple and classic and 60's. I love her 60' and 70s style more then anything so I found some dresses, suits and accessories that are mixed with that 60s and 70s vibe with bright and modern colors. 

Pleated A-Line Dress 
$24.80
at Forever21
Why it works, because it's A-line and Jackie Loved them Plus in the 60's A-line was a HIT & it's pleated Jackie didn't wear them too much But It still works. 

High-Low Piped Print Dress $38.97
At New York and Company 

Why It works? because if Jackie did wear Prints, It was the center of the outfit like this and It's very simple and Piping was also done a lot in dress in the 1960's. 

Solid Single Button Blazer
 $29.80
at Forver21
Why it works? It's classic color and blazer, you could also get it white or you could go bold with bright color, This a Modern take on Jackie's Classic Pink Chanel Matching suit set. 

Essential Woven Pencil Skirt
 $17.80
At Forever21 
in Many COLORS! 
It works because again, it's classic with a modern take with style and color, and You can Use it over and over again so get a color That's a classic Like black or white. 

accessories
               Jackie loved Classic pearl necklace and classic black flats and Big 70s Sunglasses. 
                                                          Here's some below! 
Graduated Pearlescent Necklace 
$8.80
at Forever21
In so many Photos Jackie always wore Pearls, They are Truly Classic, You can wear them with anything you own! 
ASOS Geo Print Oversized 70s Sunglasses 
 $11.64
Jackie Wore these a lot, and protect your eyes! They are really great, For Any Lady. 

Patent Ballet Flats 
$16.80
At Forever21
These are Classic and Jackie Wore them More in the 70s and I love THEM Because you still have the feel and style of heels But your feet don't hurt. 

Stay Safe! 
See You Wednesday

Xoxo Pam 



Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Runway Wednesday: Rachel Zoe Spring 2013 & ELLE US & Instyle US Reviews!

                                                        Happy Wednesday!
Hope You having wonderful day so far! It's a gloomy on this cold,rainy wednesday in Texas. So I will be Stuck inside writing & resting since when it rains, I don't feel so good & Then watching the Rachel Zoe Project tonight.
So Yes, Lately I have been into Rachel Zoe since almost all my friends Love her TOO! & I love the way she dresses & this Whole Collection of her's, I need to SHARE! Then We have Magazine Reviews  That I love! & ELLE Magazine of April Rachel Zoe helped style with Joe Zee.. More about that Later.

                                                  Rachel Zoe
                                          Spring 2013
                                         Ready To Wear






































Designer Rachel Zoe. 

(More Info & Photos Here!)

Why I love it? Because It's so 70's Boho Fashion mixed with on trend outfits, Plus It has a Edge that is very California 70's boho girl vibe, That I LOVE!
COLOR TRENDS:
White,black,mint,beige,camel,yellow,emerald,blush,dark turquoise blue,dark red,blunt orange,dark grey color,dark blue.
Pattern & prints trends:leather, cotton, breathable fabrics, sheer fabrics,thin & thick stripes,thin knits,shimmer fabrics,denim,sequins, leopard, monochrome
Clothing trends: Matching suits with pants or bermuda pants suits, bermuda shorts, collar dresses, color-blocking dresses, shirt dresses, shift dresses, leather jackets, maxi gowns,flare pants, skinny pants,ruffle cardigans, leather pants, maxi skirts, draped blouses & dresses,Tuxedo suits,jumpsuits,matching leather suits, maxi dresses,sequin dresses,A-line dresses,Off the shoulder Dresses.
Shoe Trends: 
Rachel's Lexi Raffia Platform Sandals. 
I LOVE the Heel & the Platform, They yell Spring to me!

Rachel's 'Katia' Wedge Snakeskin Wedge Sandals  It's so Spring like & Bright, gives that perfect POP To every outfit.

Handbags Trends: large Totes & Medium toes, square clutches,leather fanny packs, large satchels.
Accessories trends: Waist Belts,skinny belts,tassel jewelry.
Hat Trends: woven fedoras in Black,woven Sun hats in black & gold & Raffia newsboy Cap in Gold & black.
Hair & Make up & nails trends: hair was a loose wave with straight hair & some models had bangs,Make up was simple yet no make up just maybelline BB Cream & On the eyes They used brown shadow on the eye was used to bring out the natural brown around the eyes and it was blended under the socket of the eyes, creating an interesting take on a natural smokey eye. 
The goal of the look was to contour and bring out the models' best natural features. 
For nails, three shades of Maybelline polishes were blended: Born with It, Porcelain Party, and Sweet Clementine.
                                                                 (More info Here!)

        Magazine Reviews! 
First is Instyle US March 2013                                                          

    InStyle March 2013 with cover girls Rachel Weisz & Michelle Williams & Mila Kunis. 
Plus the Instyle Spring issue! 
                                                             (That's what it's so long)
Let's Start! You must read Page 72 about Social network for the Golden Globes then I always love what Instyle editor Ariel Foxman says in Her Editor's note on Page 82, Then I Love "Spring trends:Love'em or Leave'Em Where People Vote & say if what Trends they LOVE or Leave! I agree with almost all of them!

Photo from Yolanda's blog. 

Then I was Reading "Inspired by instyle! & On Page 142, I saw a fellow fashion Blogger & Friend Yolanda Black!! I was "omgh!! I KNOW HER!" from Her blog Here!  it's always cool When you see a fellow blogger in a Magazine & Congrats to Yolanda! 
Ok, Then I LOVE "What's NEW" On page 183! from Fashion to perfumes, I saw this awesome story on page 206 "Cause Celeb:Child Play on Andrew Garfield Aka Spider Man" It's amazing what he does, I love him even more now! 
On Page 239 :Designer Focus On Donatella Versace" Aka the Fashion Queen of Italy & she talking about 5 lessons from her! I love them ALL! 
I loved on Page 349-356 "How to Organize Everything from Clothes to Jewelry" had awesome tips! Then My I saw "clothes we LOVE" About all the trends page 363 to 398! I love all them But Peek-a-boo! I don't like to show skin, But if You do, wear it! 
In Beautiy I needed to read Page 429-436 "Battle of the BB Creams" Now I know What I need more or less. 
In Shop it on page 453-488 Had Cheap Steals & deals! & had the best bags! from low to high! 


                                                     "The Wizards of ahhhs!"  
                                                                    On page 519-531
                                                              Styled By Samira Nasr 
                                                    Photographs by Michelangelo De Battista
                                       







I love how It's perfectly styled  & they each have different looks yet it looks as if it was suppose to match! 

(Scans from Here! )

Then I love Life etc On Page 573-579 
At Home With Lela Rose, I love Her homed! 
&
Then I laughed so hard My water almost came out when I was reading 
From the desk of Magan Mullally On the Very Last page.

 Elle US April 2013 
With Cover Girl Nicki Minaj.
Every Month has Elle Calendar page 42,They had a awesome one for April,new Sneakers & The New Princess Diana Movie. 
on Page 68, Elle Webwatch "guest fashion Blogger: Karla Deras" who started out as a fashion blogger Who owns http://www.karlascloset.com/ & is now a Jewelry Designer,It's really good story. 
Page 136, Elle Style Close-up "The Fascinator Kelly Oxford" Who is very funny & real, Kelly's new book looks amazing is Big Tweeter & sold two TV pliots & a film. I love the interviews with her, Must Read if you don't know who she is, Like me. 
Pages 158-160 Elle A to Zee "The Z Factor" Where Joe Zee & Rachel Zoe Styled together!  who styled together, I loved it! It really made me think..about how I style myself & sometimes you! 
Elle Fashion "trends" I love Pages 166 about Leopard to Leather 176.
Elle Fashion  "News" page 197 Karl Langfeld will be coming to Texas! For a Dallas Runway show for his His Watches since one of them is the Giant watch Like Texas, Makes Since! But I doubt, I can go! I don't live in Dallas.. & I don't know any bloggers there. Oh well! Still awesome though.. That Karl will be Here, (Same Air as me..haha.) 
In Elle Shops "lingerie Guide" on page 243 I love "Cat's Pajamas, All About Mixing Silk or cotton Long sleeve pjs in with your everyday clothes & It gives you that Creative look, I would wear it with heels or flats with Done hair, so you can Pull it off. (shoot any reason so wear pjs, I'll take it) 
Elle intelligence Books, Page 252 "Leading lady" With Maya Angerlou, My Gosh, she has amazing story with Her Mom, & I can't wait to get this book, Looks great! 
Elle Beauty "The 2013 Genius Awards"  page 261-298. Omgh YES! You must read! I'm not kidding.. I read stuff I didn't even know about. about Korean Skin Care That I already love! & what make up Trend was the best! I can't wait to try some of them! & Hair trends. 
"The Joy of Having To Work"312-316 about  Why You should Love working! &  women who are climbing the ladder, It's very interesting to me. 
I Loved the Next vintage inspired Photos Editorial! 

                                Tops Of The Pops! 
                    Photographed By Horst Diekgerdes 
                             Styled By Brian Molloy









                                                   
That's The end of the Magazine! 
Hope you liked it! 
Oh, I Loved Both magazines this Week! So It's a TIE! 

Stay Classy! 
&
 See you Friday! 

Xoxo Pam