The bride wore black...Cut Outs & Ankle Straps

What's going on? I've been a bit MIA due to family in town, moving and my (our) engagement party. I was simply obsessed with my outfit!

The bride wore black ...What! I know but I think that for an engagement party you should wear whatever makes your feel fabulous and this dress was it.

What I wore

The Dress: Sexy, sophisticated and super comfortable cut-out cotton dress. For the engagement party I pined up the cut out to be smaller (grandpa was there) but otherwise the cut out is just the right amount of skin to be sexy with this below the knee skirt length.

Mara Hoffman's Fitted Keyhole dress 

via Saks Fifth Avenue

The Shoes: Ankle strap heels are all over the place whether they are chunky or barely there. To compliment this long length dress I chose a thick high-heel but barely there ankle-strap black heel.

ASOS HIGHGATE Heeled Sandals

via ASOS US

March Fab Finds All Under $100

  Shift Dress In Rose Mirror Floral $76.30 via ASOS US

Gomax Calantha 01 $59 via Piperlime

 

C. Luce Sequin Tank Dress $79 via Piperlime

 

Deepa Gurnani Crystal Cluster Earrings $99 via Shopbop

Chambray Sweetheart Dress $48 via Nasty Gal

Show & Tell: Fur Vest and Studded Valentino Bag

Check out how cute this reader is in her fur vest and studded Valentino bag

 Allison

Dallas, Texas! 

How-to-get Allison's look

Diane von Furstenberg - Funnelia Vest via Barneys New York 

Marc by Marc Jacobs - Fur-trimmed knitted waistcoat via Matches US

BB Dakota - Faux Fur Vest via Piperlime

Alexander Wang - Marion Bag via Shopbop.com

Alexander Wang-Rocco Duffel Bag via Shopbop.com

Valentino Rockstud Double Handle Bag via Forward by Elyse Walker

Thank you Allison and Jenny for sharing your pic! 

Resort 2013: Beach Vacay Ready Outfits

I personally think it is the best way to celebrate the Holidays, probably because the last couple of years my family and I have been going to Cabo either for Christmas, New Year's or early January vacation. 

I love resort wear because it is really timeless, you can go on vacation anytime of the year and wear it and then it will be in-style for summer.

Vacation is a time to relax, but it can also be a time to try out that outfit you feel too timid to wear in your hometown. Be glamours, hipster-chic, mod, etc ... Think of it as "las Vegas for your clothes" Only the good outfits will be photographed or remembered to wear again.

Day-Wear

Out on the town

Get these Looks..

*Photo Source via shopstyle.com

Show and Tell: #Suspender Tights & #Studded Accessories

I've suggested and raved about the Studded/Spiked Trend and Suspender/Patterned Tight.

Suspender Tights

Studded/Spiked

Did you take my advice and buy a Fall Trend or Must Have item? If so, please send me a photo of you in your new item and I will feature you on the next Show & Tell post!

Show and Tell: #Peplum #Boots & #Booties

I have raved all about Peplum and gave guidance to finding your perfect Fall Boot.

Now it's time for me to do some Show and Tell! Here is how I have personally taken my own style advice.

 

Peplum

Boots/Booties

Did you take my advice and buy a Fall Trend or Must Have item? If so, please send me a photo of you in your new item and I will feature you on the next Show & Tell post!

#Holiday Gifts for Him

 

Ten Gifts for the Man in your life

(or for your dad, bro, friend etc)

 

#1. Brooklyn Brew Shop- Beer Making Kit ($40) via Anthropologie. Great gift for any guy! 

#2. Bond No. 9 New York 'Wall Street' ($180) via Saks Fifth Avenue. Smells super good!I got this for my BF a couple years back and he loves it!

#3. Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultimate Man Refueling Gift Set ($58) via Neiman Marcus. I don't care how rugged this guys says he is... every guy I know secretly loves nice products for themselves (they just don't want to be seen buying it or coming across high-maintenance or fussy). Treat him because he most likely won't!

#4. Emporio Armani Round Stainless Steel Chronograph Watch ($345) via Saks Fifth Avenue. It's like the starter men's designer watch! Stylish yet still very masculine. 

#5. Mosley Tribes 'Woodward' POLARIZED Sunglasses ($240) via Nordstrom. Buy him some glasses that aren't from Academy, lol! 

#6. Saks Mens Collection Half-Zip Merino wool Sweater ($124.60) via Saks Fifth Avenue. Excellent sweater for just about every guy. Also available in Charcoal, Ocean, Cranberry and Papaya. 

#7. Graphic Image World Traveler Passport & Luggage Tag Set ($63.75) via Saks Fifth Avenue. For the traveling man. 

#8. Hugo Boss Medium Gray Drefin Loafers ($195) via Zappos.com. Also available in other colors but I like the gray best, super versatile. 

#9. Beats by Dr. Dre Wireless Headphones ($279.95) via Macy's. 

#10. Pocket Squares 5-piece set ($125) via Neiman Marcus. Stocking Stuffer for the Dapper Gentleman. 

#Holiday Gifts for Her

Ladies, you should probably just go ahead and forward this email to your man. Make this year easy for him and beneficial for you!

#Holiday Gifts for Her by styledbyroz featuring clutch handbags

Gifts the any "her" friend, mother, sister, girlfriend would LOVE!

#1. Tory Burch Robinson Slim Card Case ($85) via Shopbop. Great stocking stuffer! Perfect for the gal who is constantly changing her purse and fits just right in most every clutch.

#2. Christian Louboutin La Favorita 140 Suede Pumps ($965) via Net-a-Porter. But literally any kind or red sole Louboutin will guarantee a HUGE smile!

#3. NARS Andy Warhol Photo Booth Nail Polish Gift Set ($35) via Saks Fifth Avenue. Stocking Stuffer or great gift for your fabulous friend!

#4. Tom Ford Noir de Noir Perfume ($205) via Bloomingdales US. Sexy scent, what doesn't Tom Ford do well!

#5. JEWELRY!

- Jules Smith Edie Thin Stacking Rings ($65) via Shopbop. I definitely have my eye on these. Hint Hint!

- FALLOn Jewelry Forever Regalia Drop earrings ($150) via Shopbop. Gold, Silver, Crystals and Pearls, can't ask for much more from one piece of jewelry!

#6. Rabbit Fur Infinity Loop ($225) via Saks Fifth Avenue. Shown in green but also available in Black and Heather. Super soft and great to add a little drama to any coat, sweater, etc.

#7. Kate Spade New York 'Gramercy' Grand Bracelet Watch ($225) via Nordstrom. Classic Style

#8. FASHION & DESIGN BOOKS

- ASSOULINE Dior Book Set of 3 ($75) via Bloomingdales US

- Graphic Image Vogue Covers ($91) via Bloomingdales US

#9. Kotur Morley Snakeskin Box Clutch ($560) via Net-a-Porter. Sometimes a women's bag can be very personal and maybe too personal to pick out unless you know the exact one she wants. But a clutch, you can never have too many different ones and the more fun the print or color the better in my opinion. Buying a clutch is always a safe and fun gift!

#10. Hanky Panky Sparkle Box with 5 low-rise thongs ($89) via Shopbop. Love these undies! Comfort and Sexy!

Ten #Holiday Gifts Under $150

#Holiday Gifts Under $150 by styledbyroz on Polyvore

My Picks for Holiday Gifts for Everyone All Under $150

#1. Four "Cheers" Dessert Plates ($60) via Neiman Marcus - Perfect Hostess Gift

#2. NM + Target Serving Tray by Joseph Altuzarra ($79.99) via Neiman Marcus & Target

#3. Diptyque Tuberose Candle ($60) via Saks Fifth Avenue - Smells soooo good!

#4. Gift Boutique USB Flash Drive Cufflinks ($100) via Shopbop - I think these can be unisex, Very James Bond!

#5. Graphic Image 9" Personalized Notebook ($150) via Neiman Marcus

#6. Fabulous Coffee Table Books. Books with Style, Helmut Newton Polaroids ($59.99) via Shopbop -AND/OR- ASSOULINE American Fashion Designers at Home Book ($65) via Bloomingdales US

#7. Barefoot Dreams 'Bamboo Chic' Throw ($132) via Nordstrom. It was also one of Oprah's fav things and they are the softest blanket ever! Do yourself a favor and by one for yourself, you can thank me later.

#8. MacKenzie-Childs Courtly Check Tree Dish ($88) via Neiman Marcus - Stylish Holiday Inspired Gift.

#9. Marc by Marc Jacobs Pretty Nylon 13" computer case ($78) via Saks Fifth Avenue

#10. Gigi New York Personalized All-in-one case ($103) via Saks Fifth Avenue

Ten #Holiday2012 Gifts Under $50

#Holiday Gifts Under $50 by styledbyroz on Polyvore

Great gifts for everyone all under $50

1.  Design Sponge at Home by Grace Bonney Book ($35) via West Elm

2. Books with Style, Balenciaga ($25) via Shopbop

3. Gift Boutique Fortune Cookie Box ($25) via Shopbop

4. Jonathan Adler Smart Phone Deck ($48) via Shopbop

5. Giraffe-Gold ($35) via Dwell Studio. Also available in white, silver and other animals like a rhino, elephant and horse!

6. Monogramed Cheese Board with Spreader ($22) via C. Wonder

7. Gift Boutique Lundres Love Ornament ($25) via Shopbop

8. Edward Marc Salted Caramels ($30) via Saks Fifth Avenue

9. Space Living Doodlebook Picture Frame ($26) via Linens 'N Things

10. Monogramed Pillow Cover ($44) via C. Wonder. Also available in other colors.

Emmys Fashion Report

The Primetime Emmys aired Sunday night and I was so happy to see that my new fav show Homeland won tons of awards! The second season of Homeland starts this Sunday and I get to watch something else besides football yay!!

I was a bit underwhelmed with the fashions at the Emmys this year. Only a few dresses really jumped out to me but there was some strong trends on the red carpet.

Yellow at the 2012 Emmys- Get the Look by styledbyroz featuring a structured dress

I don't care what "Fashion Police" say, I love Claire Danes in this Lanvin yellow dress. I think her makeup and hair look fabulous and she seems so relaxed pregnant and on a hot red carpet. Julianne Moore has looked better but she still looks great in Christian Dior! And Julie Bowen looks stunning in her Monique Lhuillier gown.

Yellow is not just a trend for the red carpet it has been huge in tons of collections for Spring 2013 Ready-to-wear. Definitely imitate this trend with the Aqua Floyd structured skater dress ($198) at ASOS US (check out the back of the dress). Take off the belt when wearing it to a more formal affair.

Heidi Klum at 2012 Emmys by styledbyroz featuring diane von furstenberg

Seafoam, light blue, grey and all shades of blue were present on the red carpet but out of all of them Heidi Klum really made a statement in this Alexandre Vauither couture gown. This dress screams I am single and ready to mingle! If you are wanting to look like a sexy siren then get Heidi's look with this Diane von Furstenberg Zooann dress (on SALE $170) at Saks.com

My Best Dressed

Get Leslie Mann's Emmy Red Carpet Look by styledbyroz featuring metallic sandals

The Top - Max C London Lace Top (cream $26) at ASOS US

The Skirt- Sofie D' Hoore "Sobral" Skirt ($483) at Farfetch US

The Shoes - Hustle Heeled Sandals ($61) at ASOS US

The Earrings - Kate Spade New York statement crystal earrings in turquoise ($98) at Neiman Marcus

September finds for under $100

Great finds for Fall and all Under $100

Jewelry

All of these jewelry items you can add to just about any outfit (jeans & white t-shirt to a black dress).

Sabine Art Deco Drop Earrings ($22)

via Piperlime.com

Smooth Double Cuff ($25)

via ASOS US

Adia Kibur Antique Pendant Necklace ($30)

via Shopbop.com

Anne Klein Round Bracelet Watch, Gold ($65)

via Nordstrom.com

Handbags

Without breaking the bank here are two bags that are on trend and under $100. It is always fun to switch up your handbags with the trend for the season and with these you don't have to feel bad about trends "life span".

Metal Bar Detail Envelope Clutch ($24)

via ASOS US

New World Large Top Handle Satchel ($89)

via Piperlime

Leather Quilted Chain Clutch Bag ($96)

via Topshop US

Shoes

I love the slipper/loafer look for Fall. I have already bought two pairs! Now it's your turn.

Suede Loafers ($39.95) -lots of color & print choices

via Gap

Wanted Glitter Stud Loafers ($59)

via Urban Outfitters

DV by Dolce Vita Lissa Loafers ($79)

via Piperlime

Clothes

Just get one of these to dress up your everyday wear or all!

Ponte Cape ($27.99)

via Gap

Tweed Skirt with Leather Look Trim ($52)

via ASOS US

Blanket Wrap Cardigan ($76)

via ASOS US

Tinley Road Vegan Leather Pencil Skirt ($79) - I just bought this one and LOVE IT!

via Piperlime

Ark & Co. Color Block Fitted Dress ($89)

via Piperlime