Kamis, 11 November 2010

Silver Linings

THURSDAY: DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT
Recommendation: Bridgett, TREND Staff Writer
Paco Rabanne is a Franco-Spanish designer who has paved the way for designers of the world. When he was 18, he attended the National School of Art where he was inspired to make his very first accessories.

In 1966, his first collection featured unconventional materials such as metals and was amusingly titled 12 Dresses from the Material That Cannot Be Worn. Rabanne's collection was both revolutionary and daring. He introduced entirely new materials consequently opening the doors for even more creativity to flow through the fashion gates. He even made paper dresses that were sold in envelopes, playing with the idea of disposable clothing. Rabanne is an example of a true artistic visionary.

Rabu, 10 November 2010

Sweet Nostalgia

Good Eats Wednesday




While decorating the house for Christmas this past weekend, (yes that's right, already), I re-discovered a vintage Hershey's Classic flip cookbook. One I've had for years, but never used and sort of threw into the master recipe book. But I pulled it out for display because I thought it was perfect for my somewhat vintage kitchen and it's holiday decor. Well, I couldn't wait to get my hands on some of these recipes, and made the Hershey's Best Brownies! So yum!




Here is the recipe I used: HERSHEY's Best Brownies



I think this recipe for homemade Hot Cocoa is next on the list...
Get your fuzzy slippers out and settle in with a nice cup!



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Let Loose the Houndstooth

UCSD's Best Dressed
Discovered by: Bridgett, TREND Staff Writer
Name: Heather
College: Warren
Spotted Near : Pepper Canyon Hall

Outfit:
Hounds-tooth Jacket
: Buffalo Exchange in Haight and Ashbury S.F.
Dark as Night Dress: Nordstrom "It's unusual for me to shop there but I liked this! I love to wear dresses."
Diamond Patterned Bag: Target
Black Ballet Flats: Charlotte Russe
Wonderfully Vintage Rings: "They were my mom's in the 70's"

Q: What is your take on fashion?
A: It always changes. Mood has a lot to do with that. Also, depending what my friends are into, I'll look into their stuff. We share our clothes and get ideas from each other.

Adding one touch of color to your outfit sometimes gives the added flair to an otherwise simple outfit. In this case, the black and orange cardigan complements the black ensemble, giving the outfit a very finished look.

Selasa, 09 November 2010

Duck Under This Trend

TUESDAY ACCESSORY
Recommendation: Addie, TREND Staff StylistThe bubble umbrella is such a fun umbrella. Although they are all clear, some come with little designs like flowers lining the trim or a thick rim of color for embellishment. Not only are they aesthetically neat, but they are practical too. The half bubble shape more effectively covers your body by not opening as wide as a regular old umbrella does, therefore protecting your body from pesky side wind and rain.

Using this umbrella will have you singing in the rain!

Expression

Be YOURself




More photos taken this weekend at the AFSP event.


How do you express YOURself?


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Senin, 08 November 2010

Little Butterflies

& Giveaway

I spent Sunday photographing at the AFSP Out of the Darkness walk. It was very inspirational for a darker matter, and great to see so many college students getting out there to spread the word to Stop the Bullying. Here are some pics from the butterfly release!







Also, spread your little wings and head on over to Tiptoe Butterfly blog, where Photography Getaways Shop is giving away another matted print! Good luck!


xoxo,
nicolette


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Double Take Blake

MONDAY MUSE
Recommendation: Addie, TREND Staff Stylist
23 year old Blake Lively is not only an actress and model, but she has become a fashion icon. She has graced the covers of a considerable stack of magazines including Vogue, Seventeen, Cosmopolitan, and Nylon. She can pull of almost any type of outfit, whether it is business, dressy or a combination of both.

Her blond locks have become iconic and are the envy of many. Esquire's staff writer Ryan D'Agostino describes her hair as being like Brigitte Bardot's. Unlike Bardot though, Blake plays a delicate balance between sex symbol and a sophisticated young woman.