Book Review: Parisian Chic

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I recently finished Parisian Chic: A Style Guide by Ines de la Fressange. It was a good read, but very fast and makes me wonder if it was worth the money.  The style section had good advice especially if someone is looking to completely reboot their style and need to start with the basics.  The beauty section was interesting, but a lot of it applied to older women which does not apply to me.  A lot of the book was travel advice so I plan to save this book for when I eventually visit Paris.  Overall you can trust the fashion advice and will most likely enjoy this book.

Reem Acra Resort Collection

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The Reem Acra Resort collection had many beautiful gowns to choose from, but my favorite were the elegant nude colored ones.  Made of layers of tulle, satin, and enhanced with intricate beading made this my favorite resort collection so far.

Sheer Dress

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I think this dress is stunning, the way it glows in the light is so beautiful.  I don't know how wearable it is when seen in person, but it is lovely to look at.

Blake Lively 60's Style

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This Glamour magazine spread featuring Blake Lively photographed by Terry Tsiolis, is another display of sixties style clothing.  I think the whole spread is pretty, clean, and wearable.  I especially love the make-up and the hair, which the magazine has advice on how to copy.

Emilio Pucci Resort Collection

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Emilio Pucci's Resort 2012 collection is perfect for summer.  The collection is a mix of bright colors and clean white, continuing with the white and coral trends seen so far.  The sixties inspired collection has tailored pants and jackets for work, a printed bathing suit for the beach as well as crocheted cover ups, and sparkling dresses in fruity colors for a night out.

Pink and White

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Nina Ricci Resort 2012 Collection

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The Nina Ricci Resort 2012 collection is a mix of outfits perfect for work, nights out and numerous other occassions.  Once again the all white trend is a strong theme in the collection, along with the equally popular coral. 



Yves Saint Laurent Lipsticks

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I think Yves Saint Laurent's lipsticks are lovely.  I love the gold tubes and pearl or colored accents.  An added bonus is that the gold tube will be much easier to find in your purse than a black one.

Inspired By Marilyn Monroe

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This Badgley Mischka dress from the 2012 Resort collection looks very similar to the famous white dress Marilyn Monroe wore in the Seven Year Itch; the only strong difference is the halter top.

Monique Lhuillier Resort 2012

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Completely white ensembles was a reoccurring trend in the 2012 resort collections.  In my opinion the best collection featuring this trend was Monique Lhuillier's show.  My favorite looks were the classic shirt dress, peg legged white pants, and the ruffled trench coat.

Carolina Herrera Resort 2012

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The Carolina Herrera Resort collection is perfect for summer, there are crisp cotton blouses, full silk skirts, and long flowing dresses.  The simpler skirt and blouse combinations and short dresses can be worn for any occasion; and their is a variety of long dresses that will be perfect for wedding season.  The colors are striking and the prints and fabrics are very pretty.  

Hermes Bracelet

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The Hermes Farandole PM bracelet is made of 18 karat rose gold.  I am not a fan of large chunky bracelets, so this one is perfect in my opinion.  I like smaller bracelets that look pretty on my wrist instead of overbearing ones.  I like a string of pearls or a dangling charm bracelet.

Chanel Ballet Flats

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I love the classic color combination of cream and black.  I have read that Chanel ballet flats are extremely soft and comfortable, which is the reason for most girls to wear flat shoes.  They will be in style forever and are supposed to be of very good quality and last a very long time.  They are made of all leather which means they will stretch and soften with time and become increasingly comfortable.  I think they are just perfect.

Yves Saint Laurent Resort 2012

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The Yves Saint Laurent Resort collection was nautical inspired and filled with classic colors one can wear every season. The clothes were feminine and the hair and makeup was clean and pretty.

Jo Malone Frangrances

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Jo Malone creates a large range of fragrant products that come in unique scents.  The luxurious products range from perfume, soaps and body washes, lotions, candles and more.  The fragrances are categorized by citrus, fruity, light floral, floral, spicy, and woody.  I love that you can buy candles of your favorite perfume scent or a matching lotion or soap.  The scents that entice me the most are Orange Blossom, English Pear & Freesia, and Nectarine Blossom & Honey.  I also like the clean and classic packaging of cream and black.