VF Summer 2011: Halston Heritage Shirred-Shoulder Gown

Sophisticated. Simple. Comfy.

Enjoy!

Photo Credit: Neiman Marcus

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VF Summer 2011: Piazza Sempione Striped Cowl-Neck Dress

Loving this look: Comfortable. Cute. No Fuss. Pockets!

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Photo Credit: Neiman Marcus

FGF: Earth, Wind, and Fire - Boggie Wonderland

~ Happy Friday ~

Listen and Love this live performance by Earth Wind and Fire - 1979.

Love: Enthusiasm. Colorful Costumes. 70s Style. Instruments. Different Hairstyles.

Enjoy!

VF Spring 2011: Aidan Mattox Floral-Print Strapless Gown

This dress makes me want to tend to a garden. In other news, I don't have a garden. Love this dress.

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Style Quote: Gail Rubin Bereny

Photo: Amazon.com

 “Above all, remember that the most important thing you can take anywhere is not a Gucci bag or French-cut jeans; it's an open mind” - Gail Rubin Bereny

Music: Lena Horne - If You Can Dream

1956 film: Meet Me In Las Vegas

VF Spring 2011: Alexander McQueen Koi Seamless Lace Top

 

Two words: love. it.

VF Spring 2011: Alexander McQueen Kimono Gown

Just a little something to lounge around in...

VF Spring 2011: Christopher Kane Sara Dress

The picture does not do this beautiful Christopher Kane Sara dress any justice. Just thought you should know...Carry on!

Quote: Gabrielle Bonheur "Coco" Chanel

“Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.”

Music Video: Dixie Cups - I'm Gonna Get You Yet (1965)

The Dixie Cups performing live in front of a studio audience. What do you think about the song and their sequined dresses? The dresses are very similar to the modern styles of today.

Best of 2010 -- The BlacBlouse Show

Since introducing The BlacBlouse Show in July 2010, the blog has received over 16,940 all time page views.  I truly appreciate all who have visited once and those who continue to visit often.  As a matter of fact, this post is dedicated to you: the repeat visitor AND the one time visitor - thank you so much for supporting my ridiculousness when it comes to this darn blog.

And now I present...The BlacBlouse Show's 2010 milestones, including the top ten countries of The BlacBlouse Show's visitors! Here we go:

My Look: Joie Cocktail Dress meets Casual Cool

Joie cocktail dress paired with Agnes coated denim leggings and MICHEAL Micheal Kors harness suede boot.

Cocktail Dresses by Joie
Boots by MICHAEL Michael Kors

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My Look: Winter Casual Cool

I would definitely need something extra to cover my arms and chest.  It's cold!

Skinny Pants by Michael Kors
Earrings by Alexis Bittar

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Music Video: Louis Armstrong - Hello Dolly (Live)

I have a tendency to scout fun music when I'm feeling a tad bit bummed. In the brief moment of feeling not so...well, my normal self (whatever that is) -- the song "Hello Dolly" immediately came to mind.  As always, Enjoy! 

BlacBlouse Style Book - Hi Facebook!

I recently created a style book page...on face book. I'm so excited about it!! Hopefully, you will get a chance to check it out and visit often.  Clicking on this ---> BlacBlouse Style Book will take you directly to the page. Enjoy!

Bibhu Mohapatra Velvet Asymmetric-Sleeve Gown

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Music Video: Janet Jackson - Someone To Call My Lover

Loving the eclectic vibe of this video. Enjoy!

[Because I am a fan, therefore I post]

My Look: Casual Cool

For some reason, I'm digging those Adrienne Landau leg warmers. Enjoy!

Boots at Neiman Marcus
Wallets by Tory Burch

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Music Video: The Dixie Cups - Iko Iko (1965)

The Dixie Cups - sisters Barbara and Rosa Hawkins with their cousin, Joan Johnson performing "Iko Iko" live in front of a studio audience.  The song, under the original title "Jock-A-Mo", was written in 1953 by James "Sugar Boy" Crawford in New Orleans. By the way, I'm digging their outfits. As always, Enjoy!

Repeat Clothing Alert: Michelle Obama

Last week there was an article on Yahoo! News referring to the first lady of the United States as a recessionista in residence (Reuse, Renew, Reverse: Michelle Obama’s sweater two ways - Yahoo! News).  My immediate thought reading the article confirmed my suspicions: this woman is indeed awesome! We all know full well Michelle Obama is a highly educated and sophisticated woman -- and, being the first lady of the United States, I'm sure she could wear a different outfit every hour of the day.  Interestingly enough, repeating outfits obviously is not a big deal for America's new fashion icon. Take notice my friends, it is not a big deal to repeat clothing, accessories, shoes, etcetera when you're in the public eye. If you are the type of person who falls for the celebrity limelight mantras 'I want what she's wearing' and the 'I can only wear it once' business -- know that it's not a honking big deal to repeat fashion. Gasp! Yes, that's right: "It's Not a Big Deal to Repeat Fashion." Reuse. Renew. Reverse. Love it. As always, stay strong and carry on. The End. [LLIS]

Floral dress at W.H. Mother's Day event, Washington, Friday, May 7, 2010:

(AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Floral dress at Clinton Global Initiative, Sept. 23, 2010 in New York:

(AP Photo/Stephen Chernin)

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