OBSESSION: Tommy Ton

Yes, I have an addiction...Tommy Ton the street style photog contributor to style.com, GQ and JAK & JIL blogger keeps me coming back for more. He has an eye for style and keeps me motivated to always look my best.

Pretty in Pink

I know, original right? What can I say, Kate Foley (see below) featured in the April Vogue issue looking amazing in Jill Sander and Prada reminded me of what a little punch of color can do to your look. Black is always a staple for this New Yorker, but when done right I can totally embrace color. So let these images get you inspired to add a lil' somethin' somethin' to your look.

Summer Style

Summer is good for a lot of things; the beach, vacations, working on your tan...it's not so great for FASHION...cut the shit ,you know it's hard to look chic when your running all over Manhattan with sweat running down your face.

I could never style someone in a floral maxi dress or recommend carrying a straw tote in place of your Givenchy. I can however offer this; when the tempeture rises you want to be comfortable and stay cool but just because you shed the layers from fall doesn't mean you have to wear denim cut-offs and flip flops. Instead, might I suggest keeping it simple; an oversized tee a long skirt, layering statement jewelry instead of scarves, and a pop of color will keep you cool, comfortable and in style.

The Met Costume Institute Gala 2011

Not to be cliche, but as most of you know May 2, 2011 was the fashion event of the season The Met Costume Institute Gala...a.k.a fashion porn, fashion golden globes etc. This year was dedicated to the late Alexander McQueen 'Savage Beauty' and every editor, socialite, designer, and celebrity was there.

Since my invitation was apparently 'lost in the mail' I can't offer you full coverage of the event. I can however give you the best of the best looks. I'll leave the disasters of the night for Joan Rivers and the fashion police crew to discuss *clears throat* Taylor Swift, Serena Williams...seriously how did those bitches even get invited they couldn't know less about style. Oh and one last comment, the goal is not to wear a pretty dress or some crazy costume; this event is to showcase style and the art that is fashion and I think the following attendees did just that...# 1 look of the night: Christina Ricci in Zac Posen. There aren't enough adjectives to describe this look...dramatic, elegent, chic: she took it to the edge but knew just when to pull back#2 look of the night: Daphne Guiness in Alexander McQueen this socialite understands that clothing is not just something used to cover the body but a form of art.

FALL 2011

I know it took me awhile but better late than never I suppose. I couldn't call myself a fashion blogger and not highlight some of the key looks shown for Fall 2011. At this point I'm sure you've seen the shows or atleast the coverage so I'm not going to bother with a full-on analysis just some highlights to get you in the mood for the season ahead....

-SEEING RED; Rodarte, Kors, Wu, Rucci, Gurung the crimson color popped up throughout the collections

-CLOAKS/PARKAS; ADAM, Band of Outsiders, Altuzura featured the cloak and/or parka to protect us against the winter weather

-CLASHING/PATTERNS; Proenza, DVF, Libertine, Thakoon showed us how to make clashing patterns somehow work

-LUXE DETAILING; Oscar, The Row, Rucci, J. Mendel, PRADA defined luxury this season by adding exotic skins and fur trims

-GREAT LENGHTS; Gurung, Rodarte, Peter Som brought us sophistication with longer hemlines

It's good to be bad

"I may be bad but, I'm perfectly good at it...." Maybe it's the song stuck in my head or perhaps the change in weather. Regardless, when I'm walking down 5th and see a swarm of floral summer dresses passing by I can't help but roll my eyes. So mix it up a bit I mean gold and leather? Always in style. Gladiator sandals? I don't think so go ahead and replace them with spiked heels, oh and that raffia clutch? No thanks I'll stick with the birkin. Add an edge to your look; strap on those boots, light up that cig and strut your shi...

Icon Status: Sunglasses

Yes it's that time of year again. I am not looking forward to the heat and sweating my ass off all over Manhattan but, I am looking forward to the season of the sunglasses. I know you wear yours all year round, but when the coats and layers come off, your eyewear tends to become the star of the show.

When I hit the stores I'll be back with my favorite pick of sunglasses for the moment...until then here's some inspiration and iconic eyewear for you to drool over. Warning: If you're not a fan of the HUGE sunnies you can turn away now Me, I'm a fan maybe 'cause I think I have a big round face and I need to compensate, or maybe it's just 'cause nothing says I'm an important SUPERSTAR like super-sized frames.....Louis Vuitton 'Bindi' Sunglasses circa 2007

Michael Kors Sunglasses Fall 09' (sidenote: I saw these glasses up close and personal when I was working for W Magazine and they are Ah-Mazing in person, although I never saw them go to retail...shame)

Chanel Sunglasses

Mykita and Bernhard, Limited Edition Sunglasses Est. $500

Anna Wintour in her signature Chanel Sunnies

Anna Dello Russo Rachel Zoe....she did ofcourse coin the word 'sunnies'