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Lunch with KOKOON!

How lucky was I to spend an afternoon checking out KOKOON Fashion?!

I hadn’t even heard of KOKOON until Chrysa asked me to fill in while she was at BlogHer. I’m so glad she thought of me. I was treated to a great fashion show including items from the fall collection, as well as a fashion retrospective of the past 25 years!

The fall collection draws a lot of inspiration from jewel tones of Pantone’s fall colors. I also saw the decades of the mod 60’s, the easygoing 70’s, and the roaring ’20’s. There were lots of fun separates and gorgeous dresses. I was so impressed with how easy to wear the collection looked. It actually made me look forward to fall! Time to bring out the tall boots! Everything that Laine designs is really flattering to the body. It’s also created with materials that are easy to clean.

Laine Sou started selling her clothing 25 years ago. Her husband would take the clothing she made and bring it to boutiques. They haven’t looked back since! There have been highs and lows, but Laine always kept making great clothing. It’s all made here in Minnesota!

I lurved all of the looks, but here are some of my favorites. The pictures are not always great, so you’ll just have to check out the KOKOON website or connect with a representative to see the gorgeousness for yourself! The Fall line is available August 15th, 2013. Until then, enjoy the Summer Sale and Clearance!

This poncho is a much more fashionable coverup than a hoodie!

This poncho is a much more fashionable coverup than a hoodie!

Such a flattering cut and pattern!

Such a flattering cut and pattern!

A great wrap dress in a fun snakeskin print!

A great wrap dress in a fun snakeskin print!

This is an amazing maxi skirt.

This is an amazing maxi skirt.

This skirt and top is perfect for Fall.

This skirt and top is perfect for Fall.

My very favorite dress! Love the cut and the pattern.

My very favorite dress! Love the cut and the pattern.

I seriously may need to talk the husband into letting me get that dress.  It’s flattering, and the colors are so gorgeous for fall!

I can’t wait to see what Laine and KOKOON continue to design!

Lindsey Peterson-Smiley is a 30-something mom, a wife, and a (sometimes painfully honest) friend. Call her a wanna-be fashionista as she has a love for fashion and beauty products.  She shares some of her most excellent finds on her blog, www.likeitorlurvit.com.

 

 

How to Get the Great Gatsby Look – Fashion Must-Haves

flapper-headbandWhat girl wouldn’t want “The Great Gatsby” look?  It’s full of glitz, glamour, ornate details, and a true style all its own.  Whether you’re prepping for a casual Gatsby themed garden party or outfitting yourself with a glamorous look for a cocktail evening, ModCloth has plenty of ways to add a flapper-esque flair to any look this spring/summer.

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  • Details, details, details. Epaulets, pearls, rhinestones, and sequins were highly used during this time period to add glitz to an evening outfit.
  • Slender silhouettes. While you could still see a full skirt, long hemline, and high neck, the robe de style dress featuring a drop waist and straight cut was the most popular style.
  • Haute headpieces. To top off the entire look, add a whimsical & decadent headpiece from ModCloth. You can even DIY a fabulous headband with ribbon, feathers, and gemstones!

For more tips & tricks to achieve the perfect flapper-esque look, you can visit the ModStylists here: ModCloth ModStylists Will Style You Up!. The ModStylists can put together a look-book specifically for you!

Final Decision Time – Help Choose My Dress for the #IronMan3Event

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Results time!!!  Want to see which dress I chose?  Check out my Iron Man 3 Premiere post and you’ll see!

Being the indecisive person that I am, I decided that I don’t like any of the dresses that were possible contendersto wear when I attend the Hollywood red carpet premiere of Iron Man 3 next week.  But, I did find four other dresses, all of which I like.  However, I can’t decide which one to wear and I’m turning to you again for your input.  Please give me your vote in the poll below and add any comments you would like.  Thanks for your help!

Blue Dress by Ralph Lauren

Blue Dress by Ralph Lauren

Black and White Dress by JAX

Black and White Dress by JAX

Charcoal Dress by Marina

Charcoal Dress by Marina

Coral Dress by Ralph Lauren

Coral Dress by Ralph Lauren

I have to make a decision soon so I can move on to choosing shoes, bag, jewelry etc.  Thanks for your help!

 

brave premiere

 

If it helps the decision at all, I will be wearing my hair similar to what I did at the BRAVE premiere, although hopefully not quite as messy!

 

Disclosure: Disney will be sponsoring my travel, accommodations and activities during the #IronMan3Event. Any opinions expressed are my own.