I got the idea for a zoo-inspired fashion week after seeing stores bursting with animal prints. Today is all about the feisty jaguar posing behind me in the second picture below. I’m wearing a top from Ro & De. It’s described as a “leopard print,” but when I wore it to the zoo, one of the cats’ caregivers had a different …
When I discovered this Milly zebra-patterned dress, I couldn’t think of a better place for a fashion shoot than with the zebras themselves! While I was taking this picture, a little girl passed by and told her mom that she wanted to be “twins with a zebra too.” If I had to sum up Milly’s creations in only a sentence, …
Upon leaving Hawaii, where tropical animals abound, I wasn’t ready to say sayonara to all those delightful creatures. After featuring my amazing dad yesterday and his daring photography stunts with wild animals, I thought it was fitting to finish out the week with a fashion shoot at the zoo. Today is all about flamingos. Since I don’t have any help …
With Father’s Day yesterday and today being Meeting Men Monday, I couldn’t think of a better man for you all to meet than my dad. He is just the right blend of wise, daring and loving. For years, he was one of the top international advertising photographers. This was an age where there was no such thing as Photoshop, so …
Before saying farewell to a place like this, a girl has to have a proper celebration:) I planned an island party and put on one of my new Hilton Hawaiian Village dresses by NIJI of Waikiki. I limited myself to just bringing home two; otherwise I could have ended up owning the entire store:) Not wanting the fun to end, …
You can travel back in time to the 50s, 60s and 70s in this Hawaiian café. It features authentic décor bursting with memorabilia autographed by rock legends and shining stars of the silver screen. It also offers one of the best food-splurge fests. Of course, I splurged big time! This throwback is tucked into Waikiki’s turn-of-the-century style shopping area, King’s …
A girl could go to Hilton Hawaiian Village on Waikiki, never leave the property and have a landmark trip. This place is an oasis of waterfalls, flowers, tropical animals, surfing, restaurants, the best ice cream on the planet, and charming stores. I spied this NaPua sundress at one of the Village shops. Each is tiny and packed with island-inspired frocks…many …
Anna Sui is a sassy creator with one of the most adorable cosmetic displays in Waikiki’s glitzy Galleria. Her guiding philosophy is, “You have to focus on your dreams, even if they go beyond common sense.” Well, I’m glad she did! When I entered the Sui suite, I came under Anna’s makeup spell amid all the options. I had a …
You’ve all heard of island fever. Well, I was getting a little of what I call, “mainland fever” in anticipation for heading off to Oahu. I couldn’t wait to arrive. I felt like the little kid on our flight who asked her mom, “Are we there yet?” before the plane even took off:) Shortly after landing, I had an event …
When I went to relax at the park on my lunch break, it took no time for these friendly little creatures to come waddling over. The ducks here embrace everyone, even the little girl who happily joined us to chase after them. Some of the web-footed wonders just shot her a look that said, “You think you can make us move? …
The moment I learned of Pemba Island’s Manta Resort, I was enthralled by this aquatic East African retreat. It is a sea lover’s vacation dream…a three-story hotel suite with a glass bedroom plunging beneath the Indian Ocean. Spotlights are even included to attract fish. So by day you can snorkel or dive, chill on a white-sand beach, or explore Zanzibar’s …
Since it’s Animal World on my site this week, today we’re chatting about another critter-based fashion trend. Peacocks have caught the fancy of designers from the four corners of the world. I first discovered the craze in Cabo with this top from Allegra. As you can see, the peacock pattern I’m wearing is beautiful and versatile. It can be dressed …
It’s easy with help from the Fabulous Fatima and MAC. You’ve all heard of fashion weeks at style capitals around the globe, well this makeup magician is so in demand that she regularly embarks on fashion months. She hops from one show to the next, making models look like beauty goddesses in minutes. I snapped the above pic of Fatima …
Okay, I realize that today is Meeting Men Monday, so you might be wondering why I’m featuring shoes. But I promise there’s a dating tip in this post…and from a famed designer! I’m talking about the beloved Charlotte Olympia and her fabulously fun designs, stamped with her insignia, Charlotte’s web. But unlike the heroine of the beloved book, this Charlotte’s …
Spring gardens aren’t the only places where daisies are grabbing attention. The latest fashions have become daisy-crazed. And I can’t blame them. I jumped on the flower fashion bandwagon when I saw this top at the Allegra shop the last time I was in Cabo. Online fashion fount ASOS is bursting with daisy skirts, bikinis and dresses. I hope you …