The Kitten Lounge is a lifestyle blog that brings the best in entertainment, fashion, beauty and style together. Kimmie presents various options from behind the scenes events to trips to some of her favorite showrooms that carry amazing pieces. As a former model, Internet personality and someone that just enjoys style in general, her site provides daily tidbits!
Today is Saturday, November 28, 2009
I love transitions! Throughout the next few weeks, you'll notice new topics on Kitten Lounge! Although our days will stay with the same themes, our concentration has slightly changed. On the days where we cover fashion, I always present complete looks that allow you to see how an outfit can be accessorized - in many ways it becomes a look book or guide that you can use. At the same time, I love the idea of creating ideas of key items that you should think about getting in your closet. These fall along the idea of trends whether we're talking next season or what should be in your closet this season! Going forward, our Fashionable Fridays will now include Fab Five. The Fab Five are the top pics of items that I believe you should know about and even if you don't get the exact pair, the body should be something that you should think about within your favorite brand!
I think a boot is essential for this weather and now with boot styles that incorporate cutouts, these can be worn whether you're in NYC or visiting friends in South Beach! My top three boot picks include Alexander McQueen's Grommet boot (perfect when you're look needs to have more of an aged or rocker look with edge), Dsquared2 Spectator Bootie (probably not good for our chilly NYC days; however, I love the old world style that is brought into today's look) and finally Vivienne Westwood's Roman Boot (the red color is so delicious and being a girl that loves hardware - this is a must even with the peep toe - I love this pair).
Now when it comes to heels you have two choices (of course this is assuming that you already have a fab black pair and a cute tortoise shell pair as well) a pump that has pops of color and one that is an alternative strappy one. The pair by Guiseppe Zanotti has bold stripes and would be perfect t wear with a pair of jeans and a neutral color top. Maybe you and your girls are flying down to South Beach to get away from the chills of NYC - this pair will get you in a Sunshine State of Mind. Of course if it's a night out, you may want to consider Cesare Paciotti's heels which bring the inner golden goddess out of all those that wear them.
Five pairs of shoes that work for various occassions! Each one will not only work for this season but can carry you into future ones as well! Take some time to check out what pieces you want to bring in and let me know what you'd like to see on next week's Fab Five!
I was never a Laguna Beach fan EVER but somehow when Lauren moved on to The Hills, I took the ride with her! We can all talk about the scripting but it's a fun show that definitely resonates with a lot of us when it comes to our friends, frenemies and whatever else travels within our circles. Season after season I enjoyed seeing her style and how it evolved. When she launched her first line, I was skeptical - at this point who hasn't tried bringing out a line? But when I covered Fashion Week in Sept 2008, I wore her line exclusively on and off camera! Her line had a great sense of style and fun! There are dresses that I still pack with me when I head to South Beach, Las Vegas, etc. Although I was sad to see her end the line, I knew that she would reintroduce her fashionable sensibilities whether it was a future collaboration or a new direction of the line.
As I read LA Candy this summer on a plane heading to Chicago (yes, I read the entire book on one flight simply because we spent three hours on the ground at JFK), I learned from a friend that she would have an affordable line, LC Lauren Conrad (once again this is yet another direction that many people are turning too) and if the above is any indication, this is yet another great line that has her written all over it. I love great basics that can travel with you and yet you can mix it in with various styles and price points. If you love layering and bringing a sense of California style to wherever you're heading, this line is for you. She definitely gets it and understand how people want to look and this way of dressing is conducive to various body types, heights etc. I am a full believer in a style that comes off as effortless and yet, you look you have had a stylist assist you in striking the right balance. I know this is something that I teach my clients and love seeing it represented here. Available at Kohl's and their .com, you'll have no problem finding items that will find themselves in your shopping bag or cart!
I'm doing a sun dance! They say it's summer but the clouds are getting ridiculous! So I'm making sure that we're guaranteed some sun by doing a dance and buying many bikinis and accessories. If everyone does it, this rain will stop right? My birthday will be in South Beach this year as I will celebrate the 3-0 in decadent style and this may very well be what I'll be in while I'm in my cabana at the Loews! I love the neutrals and the bathing suit - perfection - I may not be a Bond Girl today but I can dream! Take some time to think about what you'll be wearing this season!
While I was in South Beach, I went to Tapas y Tintos and their sister bar, Cafe Barcelona! Pictured here is me well into the night with my friend Fernando (owner).
I am no makeup artist by any stretch of the imagination! But I do know what I like and I know how to make it (and to keep it) simple! Whether I'm out and about at a fashion show, meeting with people in the day or going out at night - this is one of my favorite looks! Now every now and then, I love to go totally glam and to put in a lot of color but I would say that this is an example of something that is perfect in the day and works well with the night as well! I am a HUGE believe in M.A.C. Studio Fix N9 - I feel that it gives a natural look without making me look too made up! Last fall, I found out about Urban Decay's 24/7 Eyeliner which not only glides on super easy but it also makes you look like a rockstar without going too far (although you can apply it slightly thicker for night for an exotic look). I really embraced NARS last year as I love their eyeshadows and normallym I don't wear a lot of this at all. Dior Show was something that I heard a friend of mine rave about and I love how my lashes look when I use this although once again, I don't usually do this a lot but on a night out like this one, it was definitely something that I wanted to have on! Just like I believe in knowing about what clothing works best for you as a go to piece, I believe the same is true for makeup as well and especially on a sultry night in South Beach!
Today is an interesting day! I'm flying back from South Beach (is it time to go back to NY already) and I have my last day of Internet Week coverage for Pepsico as well. This weekend I headed out to Miami to enjoy sun, good food and dancing. All of this was achieved and as you will see on Jetset Getaways in more detail, this is a new focus on the site. On Saturday night, I was excited to check out Tapas y Tintos which I knew they were known for their tapas and thankfully I came later in the evening to see Flamenco dancing!
Although it was raining a bit, we (in honor of Jetset Getaways, my traveling partner was Crystal, Associate Editor and baker extraordinaire of Tasty Morsels Bakery) found Tapas y Tintos to be packed and thankfully we snagged the last table. I love the intimate vibe and how helpful the entire staff was. I enjoyed the Gambas al Ajillo (shrimp sauteed with garlic) Paella de Mariscos (seafood paella) and we had Tortilla Espanola (an amazing potato dish as you know how much I love potatoes)! I also enjoyed the mojitos as well (which I had quite a few and spent most of my Sun recovering from them) - they were perfect. Although the food is amazing, the entertainment is definitely something that you don't want to miss! The live music (amazing guitar player) and the Flamenco dancers was such a treat! In this video here, I have a segment of these two women dancing and if you check Jetset Getaways, you'll see me on video getting up there and strutting my stuff - no I wasn't dancing Flamenco but I did put on a show after was brought up on stage. If you're looking for a fun night whether it's you and your girlfriends or a large group, this is a great restaurant! Then, go next door to Cafe Barcelona for a fun bar experience (yes I danced and the bar and no there isn't any video footage of that!) that has great music and such a fun vibe!
Today is my last full day in South Beach! It was an amazing weekend which we will cover on Girly Getaways. What I love best is that I always get ideas of things that would be perfect for the house! I spend a lot of time on my balcony and also in the bathroom! Both of these areas should be comfortable and can be turned into a spa! I find that wicker is not only durable but brings a sense of relaxation to your home. Pottery Barn has a great selection of items that are perfect for your patio or roofdeck. In addition, I love that Bed Bath and Beyond has fun pieces that will ensure that your bathroom gets functional accessories that have a flair all their own. Take some time to look at your home with new eyes! You spend so much time away from home, that the moments you're there should be enjoyed!
We're in South Beach this weekend! We kicked off a series entitled, Girly Getaways which looks at fun places that you can go to with your girlfriends when you need to get away! I'm so excited to include this segment within the site which will be updated as new trips are taken! We'll let you know what are some fun places to go and hopefully this will help you think of fun ideas no matter where you're heading to!
The past few weeks have been stressful. There have been a lot of events which have been enjoyable; however, it's taken a lot of work. If you happen to be in Brooklyn tomorrow, you'll see that I will be at the Warsaw in Brooklyn for Bust Magazine's Craftacular with one of the vendors and a very good friend of mine - Crystal Horton (cookie founder and baker extraordinaire) of Tasty Morsels Bakery. We will be knee deep in cookies, smiles and more! I can't wait to meet those that are fans of her work from the design house Chloe to S Factor and much more!
Of course both of us have been working hard in our respective worlds and we will have earned our much deserved trip to South Beach in June! When it comes to vacations, we all have our spots so I definitely want to present one of Sofitel's jewels! Located in Shanghai, the Sofitel opened the Sheshan Huaghe which is one of their gorgeous hotels! With Mediterranean architecture and located within the Sheshan National Tourism Resort, each room is one of three themes including Mediterranean, Chinese and Southeast Asian. If you're in this part of the world whether for business or pleasure you're bound to enjoy the private balconies, L'Occitane and Hermes ammenities and much more. If you need an additional incentive, check out the amazing images and the site to find out more about the gorgeous property.
Not sure about the dress code? You can show a little skin while still being classy and summer ready!
Bring SoBe by having a sizzling top that works well when you're out and about with your entourage!
Perfect for a night out but you can also make it work ready by having a cute cropped jacket, a capri pant and great heels.
I love this boyfriend top which is perfect for running errands or going out - to make the transition from day to night just add more accessories.
A great outfit is a combination of various elements but at the end of the day, it comes to style and mainly time and place. We each have our own style whether you go retro, boho chic or femme. All of these can work with a number of activities that you're heading off to. In the end, it's always about time and place. A top that works well at night may have to have an extra layer or less jewelry so that it can fit within another situation. One of the things that I truly love is when people dress with a number of items together. I love shopping at various boutiques and adding something from Forever 21, with BCBG and then a pair of Jimmy Choos! To prove this point, the tops above are perfect to wear in a number of situations and can be reworked to show whatever style you choose to rock at the moment. In my love of high low fashion (simply meaning items that are either pricey or not that pricey), all of the tops shown today can be found at Mandee ! This goes to show that you never know how an outfit has been completed and that at the end of the day, you're turning heads based on how your brought it together - that's definitely a signature and trend to embrace going into the summer.
Yes it's cold out there and although we haven't gotten through the worse part, I love the fact that Spring is around the corner. Over the next few months I'll be traveling to Orlando, Dominican Republic, South Beach, LA, Chicago and possibly Costa Rica. Except for Chicago, the other locations are all warm weather bound (we also have our crawfish and lobster boil during the summer which will take place at our condo with friends)! I've definitely started to purchase a few dresses that will be perfect for these trips. I love my t-shirt/tank and jeans/yoga pants; however, it's nice to glam it up every now and then! To that end, I have been looking for various pieces that are perfect to wear for drinks, going out dancing, etc.
Last last fall, I had the opportunity to learn about Single Dress! I love that they embody "South Beach style". I love the prints, styles and just the element of resort style. Of course you don't have to wait until you go on vacation to wear these pieces. It's perfect to party at the Meat Packing District, to take up to the Hamptons and more. In addition to super cute dresses, Single Dress and its various collections can also be worn with your favorite jeans and shoes as well. Take some time to check out more from this line and to see what looks the celebs have worn as well.
Today looks gorgeous but yet I know that it is super cold! I have a social media seminar that I am giving today, some errands in the city and then hopefully I can figure out a few things that I need for my laptop so that I can bring in some great content for the new Kitten Lounge starting on Monday! I think I will also buy this bathing suit and a few other items as well. I had to get up early and I won't get back in until this evening but I'm excited to get moving and grooving today. I am also planning my vacation today as I need to get a bit of that summer feel! Somehow with all the excitement, I still wish for South Beach breezes!
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