Vivacious Vuitton!

Who doesn't love Vuitton bags?  This years new collection is absolutely vivacious as designer Louis Vuitton has lavished the avid followers with fresh new styles & bold palettes for their 2011 collection!

Louis Vuitton, is 'vintage' in it's own right being that the French fashion house has been around since 1854 & has been the world's leading designer ever since, currently topping a net worth of over 19 billion!  Although they originated with clothing, jewelry & accessories, they became uber famous for their signature monogrammed bags.

In spite of the controversy surrounding the creation of 'LV's' pieces being machined, the company still stands firm stating that there are over 100 stages additionally involved in the making of each bag to bring it to completion.  So in case you hand any questions regarding the validity of your bags construction, make no mistake...There are hands involved!

Vuitton is always surprising us with bold new concepts and I am especially excited about the new monogrammed, mono hued colorful clutches that are out now as well as the Avante-Garde chain strap Pochette...

   
I'm sure these gorgeous bags are worth every single one of the over 3,300 dollars they cost & so with that being said...maybe when gas prices come down a bit I'll got out and get me one!






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Fashion In Film Friday!

It's that time of the week again here at Retro Threadz where we discuss a film that inspired the world of fashion and this weeks movie is..."Valley Girl" circa 1983 starring Deborah Foreman and Nicolas Cage who at the time the movie was made had not yet made his mark in Hollywood as a reputable actor. 

The term Valley Girl was a stereotype given to a group of ditzy, materialistic, self-centered and often promiscuous California girls in the 80's.  They even were characterized as having created their own language called 'valspeak' which coined phrases such as "Ohhh my gawd"..."totally awesome"..."that's so gnarly" and the unforgettable.."whatever!!!"  More than the language became a trendy fad, the fashions choices of the Vals which originated in California spread out to the United States. This style included colorful headbands, leg warmers worn with heels, ra-ra skirts which have been seen making there way back to the racks, mini skirts worn with leggings, sweatshirts with cut collars worn off one shoulder, dresses with thick shoulder pads & polo shirts with the collar poppin'!

Of course the style has made it's way back to current day, as does pretty much every vintage fashion trend once passed as we are seeing more bold, colorful statement pieces both in jewelry and clothing.

The 80's ROCKED and not just because it was the decade I grew up in of course!  The music, the fashion, the vibe..."Yeah..It was all pretty 'bitchin'!" 

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Elizabeth Taylor...Timeless Beauty

The beautiful Elizabeth Taylor just recently turned 79 this past February and has been in the news over the past several weeks for being hospitalized for congestive heart failure at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. She remains stable and there are no new developments in her condition.

Award winning two time Oscar recipient Taylor defined herself as one of the most influential style icons of the 20th century with her stunning face, violet-blue eyes and the trademark beauty mark on her chin.  She was never afraid of playing up her bold eyebrows and that became a trend among women everywhere.


She has influenced film fashion for over five decades and became famous not only for her acting talents but for her style choices in clothes and jewelry.  Since she was a teen she has been intriguing us with her sass and sex appeal.


Elizabeth Taylor will always remain a timeless beauty...     

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The Skinny On Colors & Textures For Spring 2011

I’ve been doing a little research as to what’s in for fashion this Spring 2011 and here’s what I’ve found….

BOLD…BRIGHT…NEUTRALS…WHITES & GLAM?…

I know that’s quite the mix isn’t it? But according to reliable sources here’s the skinny on what’s popular for Spring colors/textures 2011.

Chunky pieces of bold statement jewelry, colors that are bright yet sophisticated, neutrals with exotic texture accents, mix match patterns, white from head to toe with earthy jewelry accents and even Glam is doing the time warp again…  You might as well consider ‘anything goes’!.





For those who love color play in their wardrobe you can feel free to bold it up by accessorizing with graphic gutsy hues.  Cobalt, neon and everything in between…& FYI orange is all the rage this Spring!








And for you less daring lasses, neutrals are still the mainstay.  Khaki is always ‘in’ and probably always will be!  Don’t forget there are so many variations of neutrals you might incorporate into your muted palette choices such as taupe, tan, beige, cream, ivory, gray & black





Not being able to wear white past Labor Day is a thing of the past as this hue 'or rather the non-hue' has been sticking around a lot longer.  White is timeless, crisp and fresh and is a good base for accessorizing.





I was surprised to find out that Glam is making a comeback this Spring.  Too bad I didn’t hang onto any of my wardrobe from back in the 80’s I’d be all set for this year as pop deco prints, metallic hues, rhinestones, leather and lace are on the scene!





The choices this year are endless so whatever works for you go out and work it girl and remember this is your year to shine!


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