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2009-10-14T06:17:00.005-04:00

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Why Don't You

2009-10-01T10:39:00.009-04:00

...join 700,000 of your closest friends at the Fells Point Fun Festival (812 S. Ann St., Fells Point): 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Beer gardens, local bands like The Swingin’ Swamis, plus a Ravens tailgate party (including a jumbo tv screen) make this a guaranteed fabulous Fall Baltimore event...

Also on my dance card this weekend: Woodberry Kitchen's Oyster Fest: Sunday, Oct. 4, from 3 to 5 PM on the lovely front patio. Local Oysters, Black Ankle Wines and live jazz...

Sky Gazing: Sunny Skies + a chance of Kate Spade!

2009-10-01T01:11:00.004-04:00

Sixty-six degrees in Baltimore today means the perfect opportunity to step out in this Kate Spade black and white silk organza skirt with tiny black laser-cut felt flowers.

Cocktails, anyone?

Why Don't You

2009-10-01T00:40:00.005-04:00

...discover ReThread, an ingenious "easy, breezy collection" fashioned from excess fabric from Thread Social, one of my favorite go-to party dress collections. Nothing in the collection retails for more than $225; this darling black and white wool chevron skirt is only $95.

Dress Code: Flirtatious Fuchsia Cocktail Dresses

2009-09-30T14:30:00.011-04:00

From sweet and simple to downright sassy: Ruffled tank dress by Marc Jacobs.

3.1 Phillip Lim's umbrella pleat dress.
T-Bags hot pink asymmetric mini dress with gold cord shoulder strap.
A strapless silk ruffle dress in hot pink from Notte by Marchesa.
Moschino Cheap & Chic's cocktail dress featuring an over-sized hot pink taffeta bow.

Dress Code: Fancy Frocks in Midnight Blue

2009-09-29T23:14:00.008-04:00

A silk corset gown from Vivienne Westwood Gold Label in midnight blue silk.
A show-stopping lace and fluid satin floor-grazing midnight blue gown from Erdem.
Herve Leger's deep navy blue bandage dress with portrait neckline.
Thread Social's silk scallop trim navy blue strapless dress.

Sky Gazing: Mostly Cloudy & A Chance Of Milly!

2009-09-29T23:03:00.004-04:00

Au revoir, September! This luxe orange cardigan from Milly makes saying goodbye a breeze. The beaded embellishments and trim tailoring combine for a smart layering piece when you need warmth, yet it's light enough to wear on a cloudy and mid-60s day like today.

Bonus (especially if you've yet to flip your closet to all-things-Fall): this sweater is perfect if you still want to rock snappy shorts.

Style Notes: Hot Pink & Midnight Blue Classic Correspondence Cards + Invitations

2009-09-29T08:48:00.007-04:00

Float Paperie's custom designed correspondence cards with hot pink personalization.

Navy-chic custom invitations and bold envelopes from Pink Dot Press.
PaperStyle's hot pink with white floral detail flat cards for baby showers.
Personalized monogram engraved navy blue note cards from Crane.

Engraved brushstroke floral Kate Spade cards in hot pink.
Navy blue bordered correspondence cards from Crane.

Sky Gazing: Windy + A Chance of Missoni

2009-09-29T08:39:00.002-04:00

...means this mohair scarf is perfect for mornings like today in Baltimore when it's breezy and 59 but you know the afternoon sun will heat things up eliminating any need for a jacket. Bonus: the iconic Missoni patterned knit's strong pop of blue is a refreshing accent to your Fall wardrobe palette.

{Why Don't You}

2009-09-28T11:18:00.003-04:00

...enjoy the glamour + glitz + gorgeous gowns and fabulous parties featured in The World in Vogue: People, Parties, Places, a newly released deluxe coffee table book I'm lusting after and considering for my next collection purchase.

{Sky Gazing: Partly Cloudy Skies}

2009-09-28T10:49:00.004-04:00

Back to work and totally adoring this Temperley London cashmere silk-blend dress. I'm not 100% ready for wool knits yet, so the built in blouse and lighter cashmere-silk combo makes sense for today's breezy Baltimore weather and temps peaking in the upper 60s.

What's New At Sky Blue HQ? Business Cards

2009-09-25T12:39:00.006-04:00

Jubilant is one way to describe how I feel about my brand new business cards. "In heaven" or "on cloud nine" would work well, too. These beauties just arrived from the talented Kelley Lilien so I had to take a quick snapshot to share them with you. I am beyond thrilled at her impeccable design and the luxurious cards!

Things We Love: Hot Pink & Midnight Blue Accessories

2009-09-25T10:15:00.011-04:00

A hot pink Smythson portable diary.

A rich, deep blue sapphire ring from Tiffany & Co.
Marc by Marc Jacobs quilted hot pink tote bag.

Kate Spade's hot pink satin bow detail on an exceptional sling-back heel.
Navy blue silk twill hand-rolled Hermes scarf.

Hot pink Reva ballerina flats from Tory Burch.
Miu Miu's midnight blue velvet clutch with bow detail.

Why Don't You

2009-09-24T10:01:00.004-04:00

...check out The September Issue? I'm excited to see Anna Wintour, the amazing and legendary editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine for twenty years, in action preparing the most important issue of the year. The documentary film is playing at the Bow Tie Theater in Annapolis. No word yet on if it's coming to the Landmark Theatre in Harbor East. Stay tuned!

Sky Gazing: Oh The Humidity!

2009-09-24T09:51:00.002-04:00

This gorgeous 3.1 Philip Lim silk chiffon dress is perfect for today's hot temps and sticky conditions in Baltimore. The weather forecast is calling for a high of 83 degrees + 71% humidity + possible afternoon thunderstorms. Headed to Havana's for mojitos? Pair this orange striped dress with strappy neutral high-heeled sandals and enjoy happy hour in style.

Why Don't You

2009-09-13T12:29:00.004-04:00

...read Indochine: Stories, Shaken & Stirred? The iconic NYC restaurant celebrates 25 years of stylish staying power + celebs with a book that captures images of the uptown socialites and downtown artists mixing it up night after night, year after year.

Greetings From...Positano

2009-09-13T11:39:00.009-04:00

I'm day-dreaming about the beautiful skies and twinkling coastline of Positano, a small town nestled in the hills of the Amalfi coast. Ideal for honeymoons and romantic getaways, yes?
I can just imagine packing my LV duffle with gauzy dresses from Calypso, a pair of Jack Rogers leather sandals and not much else...

"Positano bites deep", Steinbeck once wrote in a Harper's Bazaar 1953 essay about the magical town. "It is a dream place that isn’t quite real when you are there and becomes beckoningly real after you have gone."

Dreamy, indeed...

Sky Gazing: Sunny Skies + 81 degrees in Baltimore

2009-09-13T11:32:00.002-04:00

The Baltimore weather forecast is calling for abundant sunshine and temperatures in the low-80s. Tory Burch's purple suede Revas are the perfect purple accent if you are planning on tailgating in style for the Ravens home opener today...

Inspiration: Blush & Champagne Color Palette

2009-09-13T09:48:00.004-04:00

This subtle, shimmering color combination marries a petal soft blush pink with a crisp gold champagne, a sparkling starting point for a romantic wedding.{For resources, please see previous posts with corresponding links.}

Tasty Delights: Blush & Champagne Inspired Wedding Cakes & Confections

2009-09-09T09:16:00.009-04:00

The ever-elegant Champagne cocktail.

Blush fondant tiers are detailed in a variety of gold trim and cord and tied off at the top in a gold ribbon.

Shimmering bands of champagne-colored faille ribbon encircle this tiered cream-colored fondant cake.

A dessert buffet chock-full of delectable, shimmery blush pink treats.

Bands of gold anchor the beautiful tiered blush pink cake with embossed floral details, topped with a gold ribbon rose.

(All images from Martha Stewart Weddings.)

Elements: Champagne & Blush Flowers

2009-09-08T09:51:00.008-04:00

Exquisite pale gold phalaenopsis orchids and a multitude of other fluttery flowers are tied together with a bold gold ribbon to create this sparkling, cascading bouquet. (Martha Stewart Weddings)

Buff garden roses paired with bold pink French roses, clematis vines and ribbon trimmed in gold tassels ties the blush and champagne color combination together in style. (Martha Stewart Weddings)

Voluptuous peonies form a blousy bouquet with hints of blush and peachy pink. (Martha Stewart Weddings)

Cascading ruffled ribbons couple with lush blooms in this pretty-in-pink peony and blush rose table arrangement. (Martha Stewart Weddings)

Dress Code: Champagne & Blush

2009-09-04T07:09:00.008-04:00

Pink and gold pocket squares, $20 each from Aspinal of London.

Long pink strapless Vera Wang gown, $240, with sweetheart neckline.

Pink strapless silk organza tiered gown, Marchesa, $5280.

Kay Unger's strapless gold silk dress, $400.
Calypso's light-as-air silk dupioni wrap dress, $175.

See by Chloe's metallic gold jacquard scalloped mini dress, $795.

Style Notes: Champagne & Blush Stationery and Paper

2009-09-03T10:20:00.009-04:00

The iconic L'Instant Taittinger image is available on note cards, $1.50.

Koo's shimmering gold foil hot-stamped note cards with beautiful flowers embossed on Italian metallic paper, $10.
Kate Spade's fortune placecards trimmed in pink with engaging messages on the inside, $20.

Gold beveled-edge ecru white dinner place cards from Crane, $49.

Blush letterpressed invitation closures from Mika78.

Things We Love : Blush & Champagne Accessories

2009-09-01T09:10:00.004-04:00

Chanel ring in 18K yellow gold, opals, tourmalines and diamonds.

Ultra-soft leather, over the shoulder handbag with a pearlized finish and art deco leather chain, Tods, $1495.Prada's sumptuous amber eau de parfum, $100.
Jimmy Choo's gold mirrored leather platform slingbacks

Inspiration: Orange & Silver Color Palette

2009-08-30T13:12:00.006-04:00

This striking color combination marries a cheerful pop of citrus-y orange with the icy coolness of silvery gray, a truly chic starting point for an occasion of any sort, from a stylish cocktail party to a sophisticated wedding.

{For individual elements and resource links, visit the previous posts.}

Tasty Delights: Orange-Inspired Confections

2009-08-30T12:38:00.008-04:00

Chocolate covered candied orange peels.
Lauderee macaroons.
Mediterranean orange chocolates from Lauden.
Exotic chocolate truffles from Vosges.

Elements: Orange & Silver Floral and Decor Accents

2009-08-30T12:06:00.007-04:00

Orange and silver initial place cards custom made from Luscious Verde.

A stainless steel charger, $16.95, from Crate & Barrel.

Orange orchids mixed with bamboo floral arrangement (DeYoung Museum).

Crate and Barrel's silver 3-ring napkin ring, $3.95

Dress Code: Orange & Silver

2009-08-30T11:36:00.008-04:00

Stefano Ricci's Italian satin silver tie, $185.

Charvet's orange diagonal striped silk tie, $195.
A spessartite ring from the Tiffany Legacy Collection, $6850.

Preen's grey power bandage cocktail dress, $1020.

Jil Sander's elegant, architecturally inclined orange evening dress, $2245.

Style Notes: Orange & Silver Stationery and Paper

2009-08-30T10:39:00.009-04:00

Silver planning agenda from Silver Papery, $40.
Tangerine Orange Burst Thank You Note Cards, $15 from Crane's.

Indian embossed metallic pebbles wrapping paper, $7.50 from Kate's Paperie.Checkerboard's orange coral personalized notecards, from $176.

Things We Love : Orange & Silver Accessories

2009-08-30T09:29:00.010-04:00

Vintage Rolex watch, $2800; special order through JCrew's personal shopper service 800.261.7422
Hermes wide orange enamel bracelet in silver and palladium plated; $540.

Tory Burch silver metallic Reva Ballerina Flat, $195.