Wednesday, 18 January 2012

Lotusgrace Truck Show at Sonia Says in Athens

Lotusgrace is a label that was launched three years ago. Although the brand has only been around for three years, it was quickly picked up by the prestigious retailer Saks Fifth Avenue. Along with that it has been featured in Operas Favorite Things and by Woman's Wear Daily. However the brand had a recent break when three of the dresses were featured on an episode of Gossip Girl in December.  I had the pleasure of listening to the talented designer and entrepreneur, Greg Pellegrini, in my fashion merchandising class today. Along with that I attended the Trunk Show at Sonia Says Boutique and was able to try on some of the Beautiful Dresses he designed! After trying on these dresses it was safe to say that these were some of the most figure flattering dresses that I have ever tried on (in all of my worldly travels). Not only are the dresses figure flattering but the cuts and the pattern are so unique that they exploit the true luxury of these dresses. The quality of his line was superb, it was inspiring to meet such a successful designer.

 In the two pictures above Maggie and I are wearing two of the colorful dresses featured on Gossip Girl. I included some pictures from the episode that display the dresses. 



Maggie, myself and our lovely fashion merchandising professor Emily Blalock in more Lotusgrace dresses

Maggie and I with the talented designer  Greg Pellegrini. Also wearing two of the dresses that will be sold in Sonia Says boutique.

This last dress was my absolute favorite, it was truly a work of art. I wish I could have taken all these dresses home with me! 
to view more go to
www.shoplotusgrace.com
or head to Sonia Says boutique 798 Prince Avenue 
click with caution, these dresses will make you fall in love and forget that you were ever on a budget. However if you are planning on splurging for an event or even treating yourself, these are pieces worth investing in. They are timeless, and built with the quality to last.


A Metallic Happy New Year

In The spirit of the new year I decided to share my outfit and a major trend right now of metallic colors.  The trend is said to modeled after the luxurious look of sky scrapers.

On New Years I wore a silver Calvin Klein Dress with a Bright Gold belt. Whoever stated that you can't mix gold and silver was sincerely mistaken. The Sleeves of the Dress were also bubble shaped, which was my favorite part of the dress!




A few days after New Years two of my close friends had a house warming party as they moved into Athens. I decided to carry on the Metallic Trend from New Years, but make it somewhat casual. The skirt and the shirt are from Urban Outfitters. I was drawn to this skirt because of the gold accents that made a statement in a subtle manner. One other trend that I incorporated with this outfit is the fur vest purchased from Pitya in downtown Athens.  


I decided to add some other fur vests and metallic items that are currently on my wish list. Enjoy!

Quicksilver Fur Vest $119.00

MICHAEL Michael Kors Sequined Tank Dress $160.00

Vest:Marc By Marc Jacobs $200.00


                                CHIFFON-SHOULDER EMBELLISHED WEDGE TEE :Express$59.00