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how to brighten a dreary winter day

January 8th, 2009 · posted by Jean Vouté Pratt in $ $$ MARC by Marc Jacobs accessories clothing coats handbags pants shoes tops

Let the sun shine in! A great way to chase away the gray is with a pop of color. Yellow is an especially happy color, and will lighten up your face. I like this coat because it’s classic but bold. It’s color is grounded with a brown faux fur hood and brown buttons. So, you can easily pair it with your winter colors. It will look great over charcoal, brown, navy, and green. So, let all the other girls fade into the crowd - be the one who stands out.

Items in this observation:

  • Logan Hooded Peacoat @ Delia’s
  • Kara Colorblock Scoopneck @ Delia’s
  • Rock & Republic Ruby Wideleg in Backseat @ Revolve Clothing
  • Paul Green ‘Volume’ Flat @ Nordstrom
  • Marc by Marc Jacobs Satchel @ Bloomingdales

  • border brights with a black edge

    December 9th, 2008 · posted by Jean Vouté Pratt in $ $$ Alexander McQueen Banana Republic Bottega Veneta Emilio Pucci accessories clothing dresses handbags shoes tops trends

    The most modern way to bring in the ultra brights, right now, is to edge them out with black. The black will give the color some weight for winter.

    Items in this observation:

  • Erickson Beamon Studded felt cuff
  • Miu Miu Dress
  • Alexander McQueen Shoes
  • crystal drop earrings


  • Perfectly suited for a luncheon, or meeting in the city. It’s brilliant but mod.

    Items in this observation:

  • Bottega Veneta dress
  • Banana Republic clutch
  • Theory pumps
  • floral brooch


  • Fabulous for a fashion show, or a festive dinner party with friends. It’s powerful, yet feminine! You’ll knock ‘em dead.

    Items in this observation:

  • Zac Posen
  • Erickson Beamon Teardrop chain earrings
  • Marc Jacobs Pumps
  • Clutch


  • Can you say… Palm Beach? Yes, it’s perfect for warm weather locations during the winter months.

    Items in this observation:

  • black glass bracelet
  • Pucci Tunic
  • Sandals

  • is blue for you?

    November 19th, 2008 · posted by Jean Vouté Pratt in $ $$ $$$ Anya Hindmarch Catherine Malandrino Jimmy Choo accessories clothing dresses handbags jewelry rings shoes tops trends

    It’s blue, and it’s brilliant! If you’re feeling blue, it’s going to be a great investment. The fashion forecast calls for blue from winter all the way through spring. In the winter months, you’re wearing this with patent leather. In the spring, it works with a nude strappy sandal. To make the color work without looking like a crayon walking down the street, play up one piece. Don’t do the all over brilliant blue - yikes. What do you think? Is this blue for you?

    blue in this observation:

  • Chloe Oversized leather tote
  • Anya Hindmarch Flavie Tote
  • Christian Louboutin Marilou woven sandals
  • Catherine Maladrino ruffle top
  • Issa Jumpsuit
  • TopShop Dress
  • Preen Ankle Boots
  • Sequin Clutch
  • Bijoux Heart Whiplash embellished ring

  • candy-shop colored watches

    June 3rd, 2008 · posted by Jean Vouté Pratt in $ $$ $$$ $$$$ Gino Franco Gucci Nike Technomarine jewelry trends watches

    Let’s play a little bit with color this summer. Bold colors have been everywhere all spring long, it’s no surprise it’s a trend that translates right into summer. A watch is great place to show some color and you don’t have to spend a lot of money either. Tons of companies have a bold colored watch in their collections. You can go ultra-feminine with a more delicate watch, or a sport watch in a big bold beautiful color. We love to see a brightly colored sports watch, because it’s a masculine watch in a feminine color. It becomes a more unexpected and intriguing piece. Grab a blue watch that’s the color of the summer sky. Or a yellow one that is as brilliant as the sun. There’s even candy colored pink, and tangerine orange. The colors are refreshing and completely cool for the summer. I’m considering the Gino Franco with the yellow band and the pink face. It’s like a combination of lemonade and pink grapefruit juice - love it!

    watches in this observation:
    1st Row:

  • Ike Gommato Collection watch @ Nordstrom
  • Nike women’s Imara run multi-function
  • Officina Del Tempo women’s Agadir Turqouise Stingray @ World of Watches
  • Gucci Unisex 101 @ World of Watches
  • 2nd Row:

  • Glam Rock ‘Cruise Line’ embossed silicone strap @ Nordstrom
  • Invicta men’s Quinotaur Russian Diver watch @ Overstock
  • Technomarine women’s diamond chronograph @ World of Watches
  • Zodiac round face rubber band watch @ Nordstrom
  • 3rd Row:

  • Gino Franco pink & yellow men’s sport @ Amazon
  • Gino Franco blue men’s sport @ Amazon
  • Gino Franco red men’s sport @ Amazon