Red rules the Elie Saab SS 2014 runway!

Gorgeous red dresses on the Elie Saab runway during Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2014 at Espace Ephemere Tuileries on September 30, 2013 in Paris, France. Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images. Slideshow, video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/red-rules-the-elie-saab-ss-2014-runway

Animal prints and Menswear suits from Saint Laurent SS 2014

Flame top, python skirt and leopard booties from Saint Laurent show for Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2014 on September 30, 2013 in Paris, France. Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images.  Slideshow, video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/animal-prints-and-menswear-suits-from-saint-laurent-ss-2014

Kitten tops and ruffled florals from Vivienne Westwood SS 2014

Cute kittens on the runway during Vivienne Westwood show for Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2014 at Le Centorial on September 28, 2013 in Paris, France. Photos by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images.

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/kitten-tops-and-ruffled-florals-from-vivienne-westwood-ss-2014

 kitten top with floral chiffon skirt...

Vivienne Westwood and Andreas Kronthaler greet the crowd... 

Slideshow and article here…

A tribute to James Stewart

 clean cut, aristocratic-looking, handsome Jimmy Stewart - the all-American boy next door...

 and he was sexy...

 handsome in his aviators...

A born aviator, Jimmy Stewart is standing 4th from left with the 703rd Squadron, which he commanded.

 ahead of his time peace-signing...

simply gorgeous and wholesome looking...

and they couldn't have picked anyone better to play Glenn Miller...

and then there were the bedroom eyes... :-) James Stewart - a true class act!

A jewel of a Spring/Summer 2014 collection from Lanvin

A jewel encrusted clutch on the runway during Lanvin show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2014 on September 26, 2013 in Paris, France. Photos by Dominique Charriau/Getty Images.  Slideshow, video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/a-jewel-of-a-spring-summer-2014-collection-from-lanvin

love this teal dress!

Candy stripes from Christian Dior SS 2014

Pretty candy stripes on the Christian Dior Spring/Summer 2014 runway during Paris Fashion Week Womenswear at Musee Rodin on September 27, 2013 in Paris, France. Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images.  Slideshow, video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/candy-stripes-from-christian-dior-ss-2014

Pretty florals and mixed prints from Etro Spring/Summer 2014

Layered floral prints and fringed scarf from the Etro runway during Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2014 on September 20, 2013 in Milan, Italy. Photo by Pier Marco Tacca/Getty Images.  Enjoy the slideshow, embedded video andarticle here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/pretty-florals-and-mixed-prints-from-etro-spring-summer-2014

Fluttery retro-inspired dresses and fur from Roberto Cavalli SS 2014

Fluttery dresses and fur ruled the Roberto Cavalli runway during Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2014 on September 21, 2013 in Milan, Italy. Photo by Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images.  Slideshow, video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/fluttery-retro-inspired-dresses-and-fur-from-roberto-cavalli-ss-2014

Tailored trenches from Salvatore Ferragamo Womenswear SS 2014

Stylish coat on the runway at the Salvatore Ferragamo show during Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2014 at on September 22, 2013 in Milan, Italy. Photo by Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images.  Slideshow, embedded video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/tailored-trenches-from-salvatore-ferragamo-womenswear-ss-2014

Hats and soft chiffon rule at Giorgio Armani SS 2014 show!

Hats and pretty flowing chiffon rule on the runway at the Giorgio Armani show for Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2014 at on September 23, 2013 in Milan, Italy. Photo by Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images.  Slideshow, video and articlehere…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/hats-and-soft-chiffon-rule-at-giorgio-armani-ss-2014-show

Product review: Trader Joe’s Assorted Macarons

Trader Joe’s French style macarons in six assorted flavors.  Read full review here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/review/product-review-trader-joe-s-assorted-macarons

Galliano: celebrating La Dolce Vita!

A vintage Galliano ad featuring Italian fashion to match the shade of the herbal liqueur. Photo courtesy of Galliano. Article and photoshere…

LINK:  http://www.examiner.com/article/galliano-celebrating-la-dolce-vita

Best gowns at the 65th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards

Connie Britton looking stunning in her Naeem Khan gown as she arrives at the 65th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on September 22, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images.  See more great looks here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/best-gowns-at-the-65th-annual-primetime-emmy-awards

Fashion trend: Kenzo sweatshirts and sweaters

Love these gorgeous embroidered tiger head sweatshirts from Kenzo Paris...

I love the idea of a vibrant red one...

and this gorgeous one in fuchsia. I know I would want one in every colour...

and what about this embroidered tiger sweatshirt in purple?

and this one in eggplant... Definitely on my Wish List!

Butterflies and ikkat from Byblos Milano Spring/Summer 2014

Ikkat / ikat style prints on the Byblos Milano runway during Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2014 on September 18, 2013 in Milan, Italy. Photo by Tullio M. Puglia/Getty Images.  More here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/butterflies-and-ikkat-from-byblos-milano-spring-summer-2014

Art Nouveau chic from Gucci Spring/Summer 2014

Art Nouveau from the Gucci show for Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2014 on September 18, 2013 in Milan, Italy. Photo by Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images.  Slideshow, video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/art-nouveau-chic-from-gucci-spring-summer-2014

Stella McCartney adidas sportswear at London FW SS14

Designer Stella McCartney looking incredibly cool in her python print dress as she presents her adidas by Stella McCartney sportswear with synchronized swimmers behind her (in her swimsuits!) at London Fashion Week SS14 on September 17, 2013 in London, England. Photo by Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images.  Slideshow and more here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/stella-mccartney-adidas-sportswear-at-london-fw-ss14

love this peach and brown combo!

Retro cool striped fur jacket from Mossimo

This chevron striped faux fur jacket by Mossimo at Target is a must-have for anyone who loves retro clothing. SofiaAmbrosia.  Read full product review here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/review/retro-cool-striped-fur-jacket-from-mossimo

Manolo Blahnik speaks about his SS2014 shoe collection

Manolo Blahnik SS 2014 shoe collection at Covent Garden Hotel for London FW on September 15, 2013 in London, England.  Photo by Ben A. Pruchnie/Getty Images.  Slideshow, article and Manolo Blahnik interview here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/manolo-blahnik-speaks-about-his-ss2014-shoe-collection

Florals and personal views from Vivienne Westwood Red Label SS2014

Florals and personal views from the Vivienne Westwood Red Label SS2014 runway during London Fashion Week on September 15, 2013 in London, England. 

Model Lily Cole dances on stage prior to the Vivienne Westwood Red Label show during London Fashion Week SS14 on September 15, 2013 in London, England.  

Photos by Ian Gavan/Getty Images.  Slideshow, video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/florals-and-personal-views-from-vivienne-westwood-red-label-ss2014

Lace and jewels from Burberry Prorsum Spring/Summer 2014

Lace and jewels from the Burberry Prorsum Womenswear Spring/Summer 2014 show during London Fashion Week at Kensington Gardens on September 16, 2013 in London, England. And their trench coats aren’t bad either…  Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for Burberry.  Slideshow, video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/lace-and-jewels-from-burberry-prorsum-spring-summer-2014

Leather and glitz from Tom Ford S/S 2014 at London FW

 first the leather...

then the glitz...

Hot leather ensemble and beaded mini on the runway at the Tom Ford show during London Fashion Week SS14 on September 16, 2013 in London, England. Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images.

More here… http://www.examiner.com/article/leather-and-glitz-from-tom-ford-s-s-2014-at-london-fw

Pretty florals and lace from Nanette Lepore Spring 2014

Pretty florals and lace on the runway at the Nanette Lepore Spring/Summer 2014 fashion show with TRESemme during York Fashion Week on September 11, 2013 in New York. Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for TRESemme.  Slideshow, video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/pretty-florals-and-lace-from-nanette-lepore-spring-2014

Is red leopard too edgy?

This short sleeved, jewel necked red leopard print chiffon blouse is a little bit edgy I have to admit but it is at once chic and a lot of fun to wear.  I know that similar red leopard tops were being offered by a designer collaboration with the Italian fashion house of Giambattista Valli and Impulse at Macy’s.  (link: http://www.examiner.com/article/giambattista-valli-delivers-for-impulse-at-macy-s ) Teams extremely well with black and red – a killer combination!

Last few chances to wear my gold metallic Athena sandals...

Summer is almost gone and enjoying the last few chances to wear my gold metallic Athena sandals from GoJane.  Enjoy what's left of summer...

I can just imagine Athena wearing them... Part of Gustav Klimt's Pallas Athene painting...

LizWear by Liz Claiborne cheetah print top that's long on versatility

I love the versatility of this cute short-sleeved cheetah print top by LizWear can’t be beat!  I love the black trim around the collar and neutral tones means this animal print top can be worn with just about anything!  One of my favorite buys.

Iman Platinum Collection hot pink plush faux fur jacket that’s an overcoat!

 HSN's stock image shows a hip-length jacket...

 as it was represented online by the seller and without size - "one size"...

definitely a hip length jacket in their pic!

As it turns out the hot pink or fuchsia plush faux fur jacket by Iman Platinum Collection that is more of an overcoat.  Read full review here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/review/product-review-iman-platinum-collection-hot-pink-plush-faux-fur-coat

Zebra stripes on the runway at Rachel Zoe Spring 2014

Zebra stripes on the runway at the Rachel Zoe fashion show during Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week Spring 2014 on September 11, 2013 in New York City. Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz.  Slideshow, video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/a-most-varied-collection-from-rachel-zoe-spring-2014

Janie Bryant MOD floral printed reversible swing jacket

The “Mad Men” inspired floral reversible swing jacket / coat by costume designer Janie Bryant and her MOD line. The stock image on QVC shows a very flattering petite fitting...

it is in reality quite oversized...

Coral pink quilted bag teams well...

and a tonne of coral!

a similar floral coat in action...