In preperation for my trip to the South of France

In preperation for my up coming trip to the South of France I felt it necessary to wear a floral print! The Lavender won't be in bloom this time of year, but this skirt can definitely get you in the mood.

With this look I often go-dare I say it BARE legged...so when I put these white "leggings" on it felt odd at first.  These white capri length leggings are from Nordstrom. They have the feel of lace with a bit of stretch. This is the first time I am wearing them this season, and it won't be my last. They will be be one of the pairs I bring on the trip, Nice Grasse, Aix, Arles I am ready!

Which brings me to my dilemma. I am contemplating what to pack for the trip. I will be bringing some hosiery, the weather will be warmer so it will be mostly for evening. I will also be going shopping for hosiery, and don't want to over pack.

My debate begins with my full leather skirt. I have the skirt below in black, do I bring it or is it too dark?

I plan on pairing it with a lace tee-shirt...so is it too much?

The other item I am on the fence about bringing is this pair of off-white lace shorts...can I pull them off?

Of course I "Cannes"

Hunting the Missing Cobra of the Bronx Zoo

We went to the Bronx Zoo this weekend in search of the missing snake. When we arrived we found out that she was found! THANK GOD, because I was very wary of visiting a zoo that had a cobra hiding in some place other than in a contained environment.
I never really liked snakes, but I wouldn't say that I am scared of them. I find them creepy and sneaky...
The Bronx zoo is hosting a competition to name that sly snake that escaped!  Max thinks she should called Slippy

Max and I posing at the Bronz Zoo

I am also using my Thursday Friday Together Bag whenever I can! Its not only stylish and interesting to look at it holds everything! Great for a MOM with style- and a suspicion of snakes!

These are another pair from Nordstroms! I felt these tights were appropriate for the snake hunt! They are a grey slate color with spirals that look like snakes climbing up my legs......


 

R.I.P Black Tights with cross hatches and dots

Today I am sad to report the tights that I am wearing will never be worn again. I purchased these tights in 2006 in Madrid, Spain. They have definitely had a good run (no pun intended)...

I like to pair them with simple outfits since they have a very delicate design. Today's is a black wrap dress from Banana Republic. I would also like to talk about the importance of slips under dresses in the winter. Not only do they add an extra layer to keep you warm, they also help prevent static cling and make your outfit more office appropriate. The slip is a vintage Vanity Fair from the 1940's. This dress has a very deep V and I am on the modest side so the lace on the top of the slip adds the nice coverage.   I also love adding lace whenever possible. The boots are Frye and also suffered a bit of a causality today and will have to be repaired.

Tutti Fruiti

These are a pair of tights that I got when I was working on developing my own line. Needless to say I only got as far as the sample process, for now. But, the best part was I got to keep ALL of the samples for free.

These are very unique and are a very Italian looking pair of tights. There are a total of 5 colors. I thought and thought about how to wear them. Then I stumbled upon a skirt that was hiding in my closet that I bought at Athletica which was the same color as the lighter purple, and with a black shirt and black wrap sweater I was set, and I finished the look with my short black Frye Boots of course!