A Return to Classics: Black and White

Whenever I get sick of season (cough...winter) I return to the classics.. black and white. The classic combo is always in season and ultra flattering. Luckily, black and white for the Resort and Spring seasons are rich with ornate detail, tailoring, followed by more detail. They aren't your average black and white dresses with underachieving colorblock and average 'graphic' prints. So here are some gorgeous Black and White looks from Resort and Spring lines. Enjoy!

Chanel Resort 2011

Chanel Resort 2011

Carolina Herrera Spring 2011 RTW - Tailored to fit every curve + love those shoes.

Anna Sui Spring 2011 ...anna never dissapoints

Paul and Joe Spring 2011 RTW

L'Wren Scott Spring 2011 - the shoes, emerald earrings, and waved hair complete this look.

Oscar de La Renta Spring 2011 - Sashes work wonders

Dennis Basso Spring 2011

Natalia Vodianova for Etam Fall 2010 Campaign - I have never seen leather look more lovely. This look is so wearable and sooo gorgeous.

Hope one of these inspired you! Have a lovely day everyone!

September's Sapphires

Being that it is still September and that Sapphire is the birthstone for this month here is a lovely collection of September's most inspiring Sapphires:

Natalia Vodianova by Vincent Peters 

Rebecca Minkoff Spring 2011

ASOS Bias Cut Dipped Hem Tea Dress 

What captivates me about this dress is how it moves as you walk: Watch the runway video of the dress HERE

Instyle Makeover Piper Perabo, perfect combination of shimmer and comfort- perfect for a September day.

 

Ruby Mines Sapphire Rain Pearl and 14K Gold Necklace available HERE

Intimissimi Blue Jersey dress fall 2010- Comfortable and romantic

Julianna Rosalia Chemise Journelle

Anthropologie Capri Blue Volcano Candles

Lapis Lazuli Stone Ring by Billy Bride

Macaroons with Turkish Coffee (Martha Stewart Mag)

I hope you enjoyed these rich sapphire hues and find some inspiration in the rich blues. For me navy and sapphire are my go to colors- I adore little navy dresses as an intriguing and modern alternative to the LBD. Have a lovely week everyone! And be sure to take some time to enjoy the changing weather around you. :)