A Tribute to my Idol, Coco Chanel

My love affair with Chanel began at a young age, being that my mother always had a fascination for the brand. Chanel and I were destined to go together like two peas in a pod; her associates even gifted her a classic black Chanel 2.55 bag the day I was born. I'm telling you, it was destiny. Since I was a kid I've coveted anything Chanel, read all the mini books, articles, seen the documentaries, the films, and drooled over everything Kaiser Karl has done with the house.

A La 'Kate Moss'

Some people consider themselves Francophiles, some Shopaholics, others bibliophiles (people obsessed with books, for you regular folk)… and me? Well I love Kate Moss.

You all know Kate... well you don’t know her, but you know of her. Obviously. If not, you’re living under a rock. She’s famous for her controversial private life, high-profile relationships, her party lifestyle, and drug use.

What most attracts me to Kate is her style. There aren’t many other women out there who exude as much confidence and could care less about people’s opinion than Ms. Moss herself. That in of itself makes her a role model for girls.  Most of you probably don’t realize that she’s the reason certain trends have been set. She made Balenciaga’s “Moto” bag the IT bag back when they first came out. Same with those 70’s style high-waisted, wide-legged jeans. She’s also become the master and commander that effortless and never contrived look we all set out to have when we venture out of our houses on the daily. It’s no wonder she’s always on the best dressed list.

Good Move, MObama!

Wow! That was my first reaction to Michelle Obama's dress for the 2013 Inauguration Ball. I was pleasantly surprised with her choice of the red chiffon and velvet gown that was custom designed for Mrs. Obama by Jason Wu. Like I had mentioned in my earlier post, people felt that with her new sense of confidence in fashion, Michelle would go with something bold, and indeed she did! In fact, all her outfits over the last few days have proved successful!

Always a fan of Jason Wu's designs, as established by her choice in her first Inaugural Ball gown, she has continued support for the designer, and was even the first person to wear his brand new contemporary label, Miss Wu, which won't hit stores until this month. 

Cheers! The Aristochic