A-K-R-I-S- My new love!

I just love it when I discover a designer.  Below is a little info on Akris followed by a few of my favorites from their Spring/Summer 2013 Collection.

Akris is an independent family owned fashion house established 90 years ago in St. Gallen, a Swiss town renowned for its longstanding tradition as the heart of the country's textile industry. 

 

Fashion at Akris is more than a visual event. Clothing is a protective sheath that enters into a sensual dialogue with the body of the woman who wears it. That is why fabrics play a crucial role. For Akris designer Albert Kriemler, they are the mother lode of fashion and one of its most important sources of inspiration. In his own words, "The design of every item begins with a piece of fabric in my hand."

Albert Kriemler has spearheaded fashion design at Akris for over 30 years.

 

 

      

Images from https://akris.ch/

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More 2013 Cannes Film Festival Faves

A few more...

Victoria's Secret model Alessandra Ambrosio in a shimmering yellow gown and matching accessories.

Jessica Biel in a feathered and embroidered strapless dress by Marchesa and a statement snake necklace by Bulgari.

Jennifer Lawrence in Dior.

 Images from http://www.marieclaire.co.uk

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2013 Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet Favorites

Just a few of my favorites:

Sharon Stone at party by Swiss luxury jewelers de Grisogono

Model/actress Milla Jovovich at the Behind the Candelabra screening, in a blue backless dress with an embellished skirt by Prada.

British model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley at Armani's Cannes party.

Actress Astrid Berges-Frisbey attended the Only God Forgives screening in an off-the-shoulder dress from Chanel's Haute Couture spring/summer 2013 collection. A red clutch by Chanel and black strappy heels completed her look. 

Sharon Stone in a white Roberto Cavalli gown, which featured a cut-out back and a gold snake chain. 

British model Rosie Huntington-Whitele at amfAR, in a strapless dress by Dior, with pumps by Christian Louboutin.

Images from http://www.marieclaire.co.uk

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Enough

I feel as if I have aged 10 years in the last 3 months. Enough.  I need to take care of myself.  Work is going to need to move over and allow time for me.  I am eating better, getting some exercise, taking vitamins and breathing.  Lots of breathing.  I need to elevate me in my list of priorities.  My daughter, me and then we can look at everything else.



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It's Been Too Long

I can't believe that it's been over a year since I last posted.  I love fashion, I love to see what the celebrities I love are wearing and what they are up to.  I think that every piece of carpet (or concrete or tile or marble, etc.) is a runway.  I love to compliment people and always notice a nice piece of jewelry, a fabulous bag or outfit.  I also notice a woman over 40 wearing LOVE PINK across her ass and the man who is close to 50 walking into a restaurant in pajama pants.  It's sad to know that there are so many people out there who don't have loved ones who will tell them the truth!

I believe in doing good and being good.  I believe in bringing attention to the things that are important to me.  And I think it's wonderful when somebody who has influence or an audience lets us know about things that really matter.  Angelina Jolie has been all over the press this week with regards to her procedure when finding out that she had the BRCA1 mutation.  I for one am not a fan of Jolie.  Don't care for most of her movies (I'm strictly a chick flick chick) nor her personal life (team Jennifer all the way!).  However, I admire some of the work she does and the passion she brings to what matters to her.  I think that going public was awesome in that everyone is talking about this and it's all over the press.  That awareness is priceless.

I've been thinking a lot lately about taking better care of myself.  I need to exercise more, eat better and do more of what I love.  I work for a great company that is a total feel good.  However my current "job" pretty much stinks.  It is going to get better but I can't wait for then to take care of myself.  Writing is one of those things that I love to do and I never seem to find time fore.  I have no formal training (as I'm sure you have noticed) but I enjoy it and it helps clear my head.

I'm going to commit to writing more, exercising more and just overall enjoying the things I love. Have a fabulous weekend!

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