Blonder Ambitions

LOOK OF THE WEEK – CASUAL SOPHISTICATE

August 2, 2011 by Kiki E. Leave a Comment

Some days {let's face it... most days} require me to find a way to fit lots of business and lots of fun into the all-to0-short time span of 24 hours... Likely because I find the business that I am in to be insanely fun {and fabulous}, I tolerate {and even look forward to} my crazy schedule. I've learned that a 3pm meeting can quickly creep into my 8pm dinner-and-drinks-with-the girls time slot... ... Read the Post

You are a sophisticated woman, not a stuck up woman... you are {what I like to call} the Casual Sophisticate.

CURRENT OBSESSION – BADGLEY MISCHKA

July 29, 2011 by Kiki E. 2 Comments

Badgley Mischka has always been one of my greatest fashion loves. To give you an idea of the Badgley Mischka style think: feminine, intricate, lace, classic, and statement accents. With everything from Swarovski encrusted clutches to Oscar-worthy gowns {numerous Badgley Mischka gowns have made their way down the red carpet at the Academy Awards, expertly wrapped around the figure of one starlet ... Read the Post

I had a chance to wander into the Badgley Mischka flagship store on Rodeo Drive... and I didn't leave empty handed.

LOOK OF THE WEEK – COMPLETE BLACK OUT

July 25, 2011 by Kiki E. Leave a Comment

I was heading out to meet some friends and family for a fancy dinner and cocktails {turned out to be a surprise party... for moi... more on that later this week!}... I wanted something with a bit of edge and something unexpected. Pairing a cropped top with a high waisted skirt turns that little strip of skin circling the ribcage into something pretty saucy. So, get saucy... and boldly cause a ... Read the Post

There is nothing boring about black. Especially if that black incorporates a dash of leather and a swatch of lace.

LOOK OF THE WEEK – STRAP HAPPY

July 18, 2011 by Kiki E. 1 Comment

{boys wear them... girls work them} 1. Solid Satin Vest $215 2. Daytrip Cropped Sweater Vest $28 3. Nordstrom Linen Blend Vest $45 4. Trafalgar 'Formal Concord' Silk Brace $80 5. Heavy Duty Suspenders $25 6. Trafalgar 'Winslow' Silk Brace $80 7. Rag & Bone Waxed Legging Jean $198 8. L'Agence Skinny Jean $192 9. Rag & Bone Skinny Jean Light Blue $165 10. Stuart Weitzman 'Poco' Pump ... Read the Post

Another example of how menswear is definitely not just for the boys. Rock the suspenders.

FABULOUS EVENT – THE MAKING OF A SHOWGIRL

July 12, 2011 by Kiki E. 1 Comment

I am a firm believer in never letting an opportunity pass me by... So when someone asked me if I wanted to fly to Las Vegas, be fitted for a showgirl costume, be flown back out to California, head to Palm Springs and do a photo shoot with my sister in the aforementioned showgirl attire.... I said, "Why not?" After I first took a look at the costume {and the headdress!}, I was a bit trepidatious ... Read the Post

I never understood the allure that a large feathered headdress, sequins, and oversized gems possessed... until I got to wear them.

LOOK OF THE WEEK – WILDLY CONSERVATIVE

July 11, 2011 by Kiki E. Leave a Comment

It was time for one of my favorite weekly traditions... cocktails and a multi-course meal with one of my closest friends. I always dress up for my friends {I think it shows them the kind of respect they deserve!} and a conservatively cut, yet wildly printed maxi dress is the perfect option {mine is a vintage gift and i am madly in love with it}. It's feminine, yet classic. It can be dressed up ... Read the Post

A totally covered up look that is far from demure.

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