Today’s look is a mixture of Proenza Schouler’s mod minimalism and Marni’s eccentricity. I threw in a pair of these dark faux-pearl necklaces for a touch of glam.

What I’m wearing:

• Dress by “Proenza Schouler”
• Pumps by “MARNI” (last seen in Rain Clothes, Nov. 19’09)
• 2 necklaces from “Club Monaco”

Last night’s production was pretty thought provoking and engaging. The director and stage-designer did a sensational job at involving the viewer. For example, imagine this, the opera begins with what felt like a 15 minute orchestra intro. The curtains are still closed and, as the melodious sounds are emanating from the pit, the only visual we are presented with is this pseudo-abstract image of what appears to be a human figure. Simply because there is nothing else to distract us from this image, the attention of the audience is indirectly manipulated towards it. What amazed me was that the longer you stared at it, in an attempt to make out its exact subject, the more psychologically immersed you became. Gradually, the music almost begins to dictate “what you think you are seeing.” As we sat there glued to this image and as the music accelerated and intensified, it felt as thought the figures and lines were shifting. Needless to say, it was a little trippy . You begin to doubt your initial assumption and nearly question the idea of “perception” itself. It was brilliant because this tied in so perfectly with the themes and tone of what followed. From that moment on, the audience was hooked. The Flying Dutchman was directed by Christopher Alden and Allen Moyer designed its consumes and set. Their work was beautiful and inspirational.

What I’m wearing:

• Jacket by “Proenza Schouler”
• Vintage skirt
• Shoes by “Nicole Brundage”
• Long necklace by “BLMA Venezia Italy” (last seen in Apr. 3’10)
• Clip-on earrings by “BLMA Venezia Italy”
• Plastic flower ring (I bought it in Cuba for one convertible peso ) (last seen in Mar. 9’10)

On a slightly unrelated note, I really wanted to show you guys this video. The 5-year-old, Savannah is a true fashionista at heart; she takes care of those around her but stays image-conscious under the most dire of circumstances. I love the part where she says, “I don’t know what I’m going to wear”…lol, what a cuttie .

Click here to view the embedded video.

What I’m wearing:

• Crinoline blouse by “Zac Posen” (as seen in Feb. 9’10)
• Mini skirt by “Marciano’ (as seen in Mar. 1’10)
• Nude tights by “Calvin Klein’
• Flap clutch by “Cole Haan”
• Long necklace with crystal pendant by “Robert Verdi” (as seen in Dec. 4′09, Feb. 15′10, Feb. 16′10)
• Tank-top by “BDG” (as seen in Trip to Moscow (2009), Jan. 8’10)
• Jacket by “Proenza Schouler” (as seen in Nov. 10, Dec. 4′09, Jan. 19’10)
• Pumps by “Nicole Brundage” (as seen in Jan. 22′10, Jan. 7′10, Feb. 3′10, Feb. 18’10)

What I’m wearing:

• Jacket by “Proenza Schouler” (as seen in Nov. 10, Dec. 4’09)
• Leggings by “MARNI” (as seen in Dec. 4’09)
• Long necklace by “Angie Gooderham” (as seen in Nov. 10, Dec. 24, Jan. 1’10)
• Long necklace by “Ben-Amun”
• Striped top by “H&M”
• Leather bag by “Caterina Lucchi” (as seen in Jan. 16’10)
• Shoes by “Guillaume Hinfray” (as seen in Nov. 20, Nov. 28, Dec. 20′09, New York and Montreal, Jan. 17’10)

P.S. After doing a bit of research about her life (in trying to figure out how much of the movie is factual) I discovered that Gabrielle Bonheur “Coco” Chanel was born August 19, 1883. I found this to be interesting because this means that she was born exactly 100 years before me and we are both Leo’s (trippy but nice ).

What I’m wearing:

• Jacket by “Proenza Schouler”
• Pants by “Alberta Ferretti”
• Top by “Dolce & Gabbana” (also seen in Nov. 12)
  
• Leather/stones necklace by “LM” (as seen in Nov. 19, New York and Montreal (2009))
  
• Leather bracelet by “Julia Roberts for Emporio Armani” (the bracelet is embossed with a Banyan tree that says “Revolution, Evolution, Devotion”)
• Hat by “Prada”
• Ankle boots by “Ask”
  

Today’s look-of-the-day is of what I wore yesterday. The temperatures are quickly dropping so I suspect that the outfits of the future posts will be progressively more layered. The last picture is of Proenza Schouler’s fashion show. When buying this jacket – before seeing this picture – I thought that it would look best with a short dress (how I plan to wear it in the spring and summer). I was very pleasantly surprised to discover that Schouler and I had the same vision for its use. However, just because the piece is short-sleeved it doesn’t automatically limit it to summer-wear. You can also wear a jacket such as this one over a long-sleeve top (as I had done here) or with shoulder high gloves. Before storing your summer clothes away, ask yourself the question, “can I make this somehow work for fall and winter?” With a little creativity the answer will often be YES!

What I was wearing:

• Jacket by “Proenza Schouler” (as seen in Nov. 10)
• Leggings by “MARNI”
• Silk blouse by “Vince”
• Long necklace with large crystal pendant by “Robert Verdi”
• Shoes by “Betsey Johnson”
• Bag by “Renato Angi Venezia” (as seen in Nov. 10, Nov. 21, Dec. 3)

I’m wearing:

• A jacket by “Proenza Schouler”
• A plain long-sleeve top by “Young Fabulous & Broke”
• Shoes by “Jonathan Kelsey”
• Necklace by “Angie Gooderham”
• Skinny jeans by “Denim Birds”
• Bag by “Renato Angi Venezia”

The Jonathan Kelsey shoes were new and I have to say – I really like how they feel on.  I don’t usually wear bright shoes in the combination that I tried today, but I think it works and I’ll definitely do that again.