Day 2 of 5: Beaded Details and Mind Blocked

Day 2:

Today was a day spent on details. I beaded all day and I am still currently beading. Designing your own clothes is a crazy thing and 5 days to finish an evening gown, is an even crazier experience. 

 As fun as it is, the whole situation is rather unpredictable and chaotic. Part of my head thinks about the beading I am doing, and the other part of me is contemplating the bottom half, and what I will do. The creative process is never a smooth ride, and I have moments of complete mind blocks that leave me completely frustrated. However, other moments are filled with energetic bursts of ideas that make the whole chaotic mess worth it. 

Stay tuned....

xo,

Maya

Fashion Style Inspired by Flowers

Spring is here, and Nature is in full blossom. No one can deny the beauty that comes with this cheerful season, and like the singing birds in the sky, this is your time to shine. Who better to get inspired by than Mother Nature herself?

Here are my Style tips on how to be as beautiful as flowers themselves.

                                         ROSE BEAUTY

When you look at a rose what do you see? First you will notice the softness of the petals, and the curves of beautiful lines the petals make. This dress is a perfect representation of the softness and beauty a rose brings to the eye. Normally, people would match this dress with a deeper purple, or some strappy gold or silver heels. This is standard and predictable. However, use a rose as your inspiration and you can look for an amazing green color shoe with sharp edged rhinestones mimicking the stem and thorns. Voila! Pure Rose Seduciton.

                                    TEXTURES and LIGHT

Spring time is beautiful not only in the sense of "flowers" but the dance of colors that change with the changing light throughout the day. Be observant to the colors changing and gain inspiration on how to add these combinations to your own outfit. 

                     OMBRE and NEIGHBORING COLORS

One of the current trends is "ombre" but did you know this idea is nothing new? Nature has been doing it since the beginning of time. Usually, with flowers, you will see a gradual blend of colors intoit's neighboring  color. "Neighboring" is in reference to the color wheel that follows the order of the rainbow. Play around with matching up accessories and clothes with different shades of the same color family.

                                               SHAPES 

Flowers also are abundant in textures and color combinations, and Nature never gets it wrong. Don't be afraid to play around with the shapes and lines you see in flowers. 

                                   COLOR COMBINATIONS 

If there is a master of color, it would be flowers. They have a way of creating the most magnificent cor combinations  that you would never imagine could work. This dress is gorgeous, but wouldn't your first instinct be to buy a shoe within one of the colors in the dress? A white strappy heel or if your daring maybe a pink pump? 

Would you ever go searching for an amazing textured blue sandal pump? If you observe flowers you would. Looking to nature will give you a whole new vision of endless possibilities.

                                             LAYERING

If flowers can teach you anything, it is to look outside the box. Don't be afraid to layer polka dots on polka dots, and why not add an orange ombre clutch? If it works for a dalmation orchid it will work for you as well. 

Be forever inspired...

What to Expect from MET Gala 2014!

The wait is over, the annual Met Gala has arrived! 

At this very second the final touches are being placed, and thousands of worker's from security, florists, chefs, decorators are all scrambling around the Metroplitan Museum, orchestrating perfection for tomorrow nights Met Gala. 

The who's who of fashion, actors, rocktars and socialites will all gather once again for a night of fundraising, fashion and Art.It is widely regarded as one of the most exclusive social events in New York and one of the biggest fundraising nights of the city with a reported nine million dollars raised in 2013.

Here is your exclusive access pass on everything regarding "Met Gala 2014"

                                         The THEME

Theme: CHARLES JAMES Beyond Fashion

 Every year the Met Gala has a theme. This year Charles James has been chosen as the celebrated designer. You maybe asking yourself, Charles who? He is actually a quiet giant of fashion from the ‘30s to the ‘70s with the nickname the ‘Great American Couturier’. London-born designer, worked in Paris and finally settled in New York City where he dressed Millicent Rogers and Babe Paley. Christian Dior and Cristobal Balenciaga were amongst some of his admirers. Way ahead of his time, his designs were surprisingly  sculptural and architectural.

   

                                         The  DECOR

Grand Staircase:

Nothing screams "Grand Ball" quite like the entrance at the Met. The grand staircase is fit for a fairytale and nothing will be overlooked. Expect glamorous lighting, flowers, security, and herds of photographers.

FLowers, flowers, and more flowers!

Whether it be the Vienna Ball, or the Oscars, no Gala is complete without the extravagant usage of fresh flowers! This year will be no different. Expect elegant displays of old Hollywood floral creations!

Dinner: Expect romantic low candle lighting, and classic elegantly table decor that correspond with the old hollywood theme. 

                                 The DRESSCODE:

The dress code was announced over a year ago as white tie, and I am thrilled! A far cry from last years Punk Chaos theme, this is the year of breath taking beauty!  I've been excited about this celebration of old Hollywood Glamour all year, and in my head I imagine, "My Fair Lady" as the face of this year's event.  Elegant, glamorous, and regal, it is my hope all attendees will do this dress code justice.

However, not everyone is excited by this theme, and the men seem to be the most disappointed by these rather "restricted" dress code. Mark Jacobs recently expressed to Vogue,

"I mean it's not as exciting as wearing a lace dress and boxer shorts. But that was only for Miuccia Prada," Jacobs said, referring to the famous Comme des Garcons ensemble he wore to the 2012 bash when the dress code was "Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations".

When asked about what he plans to wear he stated it would be "much more straightforward".

"I think it will be black with white tie, as the dress code asks for. I'll be wearing Saint Laurent."

He stated to The Cut, that he will be escorting actress Jessica Lange tomorrow night.

                             The DESIGNER and the MUSE

The Met is unique in the sense that often times you see famous designers escorting their choice of actors, actresses, or entertainers. It is a night of true collaboration between the designer and their Muses, which they dress in head to toe galore. It is a true mixing of worlds, all in a combining effort for Art itself.

                                PRINCESS BALL GOWNS

What better event to dress like a princess? I don't know about you, but this is just my personal taste, and style.  Here are two of my favorites from Met Gala Past. 

                  FASHION RISK TAKER

Last year Sarah Jessica Parker pushing the fashion envelope, but doing it to perfection.

Having been the year of "Punk Chaos", the head to toe look was utter perfection, and it is the hope of all fashion press that this year will also hold those amazing risk takers that somehow get it right.

   

                                      FASHION: OH NO!

Unfortunately, every year there will be those select few that are overly "ambitious" and completely miss the mark. However, in many ways, these fashion flops are also rather interesting, after all, how boring would it be if everyone looked great?

                                The "DRESS FLUFFER"

In true "Queen" status, it is a well known fact that if you have a dress with a train, you need a little "helper". Like little magic Christmas elfs they run around fluffing out the dresses of celebrities taking photos or going up those glorious stairs. Beyonce's fluffer even had a sharp matching outfit to her gown.

                                    CHARITY For the ARTS

This spectacular yearly event has been so successfully it has fundraised nearly $125 million within the past 15 years of having Anna Wintour as trustee. The Costume Institute has since renamed itself to "Anna Wintour Costume Center", as gratitude for her exceptional work. Known to be the Oscars of fashion, the Met Gala, is truly a night of celebration and respect towards the value of the ARTS in all forms.

How to Get the Make-Up look of Dolce & Gabbana Spring!

“THE PURE AND DELICATE IMAGES OF BLOSSOMING ALMOND TREES, PRINTED AND HAND-PAINTED ON OUR CLOTHES, WERE THE CREATIVE INFLUENCE BEHIND THE MAKEUP AS WELL. THIS IS HOW WE SEE THE DOLCE&GABBANA WOMAN: NATURAL, HER FACE GENTLY GLOWING IN THE MILD SPRING SUNSHINE, HER LIPS BROUGHT TO THE FORE IN CORAL PINK OR RED.”

DOMENICO DOLCE AND STEFANO GABBANA

The FACE of D&G this Spring is very natural, full of shine and a sense of a feminine glow. I have collected the exact products used for their Spring 2014 runway show, and hope this will inspire you to try it out. 

Good Luck!

x

m

EYES: Sticking to neutrals with touches of glimmer and soft pinks and purples, this Spring Make-up look is fresh, natural, and vibrant.

               Eyeshadow Quad Desert 123

                     Eyeshadow Quad: Golds 123

LIPS: Sweet "berry" toned lips that give just a touch of color to a fresh face. 

                       Classic cream: Bellissima 515

               

                          Classic Cream: Traviata

NAILS:

                                      Pure Nude 215

Burberry Porsum Spring 2014

Burberry Porsum 2014!! This collection is for the girl that is fun, flirty, and full of pizazz. 

The Burberry girl has very little make-up and no fuss natural hair. 

With a collection based on pastel colors, and falling petals, you can almost hear the birds chirp, and smell the flowers bloom. 

Notice the pops of color in the shoes. Pastels are usually accented with more pastels, but the bright pops of color are exciting, and little bursts of energy. Perfect for spring.

Nude tones, are usually a "Fall" staple, but with use of these colorful heels, and blush tone clutch, the look is very Spring, and ultra feminine. Also notice the sheer shirts, and how they are styled to add bits of color, to a normally solid look. Very soft, beautiful, and fresh.

Intricate details are adorned on light lace, creating an abundance of textures, and dimension.

 

 Belts! If you must add anything in your wardrobe this Spring, add a colorful rhinestone belt. It will liven up any bland color, and catapult you into blossoming wonderfulness!

If you are a "Neutral girl", try adding a blush tone, cardigan or shrug.

Spring is here! Enjoy.

xx

m