Go Gwyneth!

GP in Prada

Gwyneth has got me excited about fashion again (after a long summer break)....

In Prada

She documents her Venice premiere in her latest Goop newsletter. Loved reading about it (and living vicariously!).

In Lanvin

Summer Sleek

Love how Gwyneth takes a sleek black dress and makes it patio-party-worthy by pairing it with flat leather sandals.  Tied-back hair and minimal makeup perfect the look. 


PS. I think the dress is vintage Calvin Klein. Very cool.

Summer Girl

Gwyneth and her son in Porto Cervo, Italy

Gwyneth is the chicest/coolest. Flowy printed dress, simple leather sandals, wayfarers -- and an electric-hued clutch. A perfect summer look.  Love the way she tied up her hair in a basic, post-swim knot, too.

Sunny Disposition

Gwyneth Paltrow in Rachel Roy

Good for Gwyneth for trying something bold and bright!  Not sure if I could pull off a dress in this sunny shade (maybe a tee or tank)... but she looks great! 

Gwyneth-Palooza

Gwyneth Paltrow in Stella McCartney

Gwyneth is out promoting her new cookbook, "My Father's Daughter" and is on a fashion parade, which is always fun to see. (A friend of mine bought the cookbook and it seems good!) 

in Alexander Wang

in The Row pants

in Vionnet

She looks amazing.  (I must try the Tracey Anderson dvds asap!) And always provides a little inspiration, whether in the closet, the gym or the kitchen!

Airport Chic

Gwyneth Paltrow

While most of us don't have to worry about being photographed as we dash through an airport, there is something to looking decent when we fly.  My parents have always been the blazers-and-loafers type of flyers and made sure my sisters and I looked nice too. I definitely don't wear heels as these jet-setting celebs do -- but always flats (never sneakers or sandals).  Blazers, layered tees and cashmere sweaters/wraps atop jeans or leggings are de rigueur.

Charlize Theron

On a side note, I am glad to see the J.Brand Houlihan cargos are still making appearances. I have already brought mine out from the depths of my closet and been wearing them on warmer days with flats.  Thinking of buying a pair in white....

Feeling Gray (Again)

Gwyneth with a gray Alexander Wang "Emile" bag

I had lunch at Bergdorf Goodman with my good friend, the talented and superchic designer Elyn Kim.  Her Airess collection is a staple in my wardrobe -- I live in the soft silk tanks for day and night, love her ethereal blouses and always feel polished in her tailored separates. She also makes striking, unique jewelry.  She is a very fashionable working mom with amazing taste.  While browsing Bergdorf's, she showed me a purchase she was considering -- a gorgeous, gorgeous Celine envelope clutch/bag in pale gray with petal pink lining. I had crazy bag envy.  And it reenforced my current love of everything gray -- especially accessories.

Celine

Blake Lively with a Chanel bag

Tom Brandy and Gisele with a Miu Miu bag

I've been carrying a gray Chloe clutch a lot lately (thanks to my sister).  I love that it is not black -- it's more neutral, a tad more subtle and seems a bit cooler.  For my next big bag buy, I was thinking of going for a tote in  a pinky-nude shade but now I am back to considering gray....  and I am loving these Alexander Wang bags with the rose-gold hardware.

Alexander Wang Darcy hobo in Smoke

Alexander Wang Darcy Hobo in Sage

  

Shades of gray? Or pinky pale? Decisions, decisions...

Alexander Wang Darcy Hobo in Latte

Alexander Wang Emile Tote in Eggshell

Alexander Wang Emile Tote in Dove Grey

Which basic shade do you think has the most longevity and versatility?

Oscar Action

Natalie Portman in Rodarte

The Hollywood girls turned out on the red carpet in top form. Lots of gorgeous sophistication and overall chic.  The keys for the night were neutral (my favorite looks), a range of purples and shades of red.  

Michelle Williams in Chanel

Gwyneth Paltrow in Calvin Klein Collection

Halle Berry in Marchesa

These sparkly nude-shades were the best. I loved Michelle Williams in Chanel -- always a bit gamine, uberstylish and simply chic.  Gwyneth looked modern and cool. And Halle Berry is beautiful and knows exactly what works for her. That skin! The understated shades really let the beauty of the actresses shine... something to think about and apply to our own wardrobe choices.

Mila Kunis in Elie Saab

Cate Blanchett in Givenchy

Interesting that purple was such a dominant color. I suppose it pops on the red carpet, is feminine, and not outrageously bold -- especially lavender. Mila Kunis looks perfectly pretty in her lacy, boudoir-inspired gown.  And I love that we can count on Cate Blanchett to bring a real dose of fashion -- always with an avant-edge. And her hair was so chic.  Other than Reese Witherspoon, not a lot of black this year. 

Jennifer Lawrence in Calvin Klein Collection

Jennifer Lawrence was my favorite in the color category. She looked modern and young and gorgeous. The sleek shape was perfect for her... and goes to show that you do not need an over-the-top evening gown to make a statement.

Penelope Cruz in L'Wren Scott

Bravo to Penelope Cruz who just had a baby!  She is a natural beauty -- and although her dress was a little showgirl for my tastes, she looked amazing!

Neon Now

Gwyneth Paltrow at the Grammys

Did anyone notice Gwyneth's neon feather earrings (and matching pink nails) at the Grammys the other night?  I loved the color burst with her all-black outfit.  While, I probably wouldn't wear feather earrings myself, I thought they looked great and were perfect for the occasion.  

Wilfredo Rosado Fine Jewelry

The earrings -- which have added diamond and pink tourmaline bling -- are by Wilfredo Rosado, an incredibly talented and supernice person.

Beyonce and Gwyneth

I am really into the neon trend. I walked into the J.Crew store near my house the other day and was instantly attracted to the loud fluorescent colors mixed into the racks throughout the store. While, I've been going on and on about adding color to my mostly gray wardrobe, the neon thing surprised me. The next thing I knew, I had an armful of electric pink and yellow pieces and was heading to the dressing room.

Jil Sander

3.1 Phillip Lim

Did I make any purchases? No.  I realized that trying on neon in the dead of winter was not the best way to convince myself... but I will definitely be back to buy because I think neon will be a fun wardrobe boost for summer. On my list are pink and yellow neon V-neck tee shirts and a pair of khaki shorts with a neon pink stripe on the sides. I can handle the ultrabright hues when they are in simple cuts and paired basics.  Maybe I'll add a florescent shoe or bag to my must-haves...  

J.Crew

J.Crew

Jimmy Choo

Lanvin

**  What did you think of Gwyneth's "Futura" Louboutins?

Christian Louboutin