Dear Girlfriends -

Simply today we are all set for cookouts, BBQs and soirees but mostly I am wondering who is celebrating their independent style in red, white or blue today?

Here are a few adorable dresses for the celebration;

This striped jersey maxi dress features gathered elastic banding at the top hem and at the empire waist. Knot detail and ruching at bust. Unfinished bottom hem. Lined at bodice. Halter straps can be tied behind the neck or worn as a bow at the bust.

Santa Monica Long Dress

This print silk-jersey dress features a pleated shawl collar at the deep V neck and an attached tie at the pleated waist. Hidden front zip and bias back seams. Long kimono sleeves.

Kimono Dress

Girlfriends, there are so many stylish options with red, white or blue inspired colors.  Let’s look at some more!

A reissued vintage print with a modern fit, this print silk-jersey maxi wrap dress features contrast-print trim. Self-belt waist tie. 1.25″ straps cross at back.

A refreshing, elegant take on the wrap dress, this striped silk-chiffon wrap dress features pleating and a tie closure at the waist. Draping at skirt. Asymmetrical front hem. Sleeveless. Georgette lining.

Samuel Dress

DVF Samson Long Dress

This silk-chiffon dress features pleating at the V neck and at the deep scoop back. Peek-a-boo lining at draped arm openings and bias seams at front. Asymmetrical hem. Spaghetti straps cross at back. Silk-chiffon lining.

Low Back Mini Dress

Mini Water Dress

This silk-chiffon dress features embroidered ladder-lace cutouts. Drawstring and gathered elastic banding at scoop neck and keyhole at bust. Short flutter sleeves. Washed-silk slip-dress lining.  And this scoop-neck, racer-back jersey dress features voile trim and voile banding at the asymmetrical flounce hem. 4-button closure and loop detail at bust. 1.5″ straps.

Racer Back Layer Dress

Red, white or blue – you got it right?

Until the next style adventure,

Monica

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Dear Girlfriends~

Is there anything that signifies summer more than a crisp white dress, t-shirt or accessory? NO, so simply put here are some favorite white dresses you can pick up for the season!

This scoop-neck cotton dress features a tonal jacquard check pattern and lace-trimmed top and bottom hems. Lace insets at bodice and ruching at empire waist. On-seam hip pockets. Adjustable spaghetti straps. Jersey slip-dress lining.

Strapless White Dress

After years of rummaging through the family attic and scouring the coastal thrift stores, Cheyann Benedict and Claire Stansfield of C&C California set out to make their own collection. The collection would be easy and wearable, yet certain to exude a laid back appeal. The line would offer the perfect pieces to be worn at almost any occasion, from shopping to bikinis to cocktails at sunset.

Mixed Lace Tank Dress

This embroidered cotton dress features piping at the quilted bodice. Sweetheart neckline and ruched waist. Exposed zip and smocked elastic panel at back.

Quilted Corset Dress

Wilt offers a collection of basics that are colorful, soft, and casual. Their slub jersey tees, dresses, and tanks are a favorite with ladies that like to stay comfortable, but remain stylish.

Tresha E Dress

So simply put a white dress is a must for the season!

Until the next adventure,

Monica

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Dear Girlfriends ~

I’ve been rocking the cocktail rings this season and don’t plan to stop!  In fact, I plan to step it up a notch even more!

Girlfriends let me tell you, the cocktail ring is the ultimate accessory to make an outfit shine.  This gold-plated cocktail ring features resin cabochons and two-tone rhinestones. Substantial bones and deep color make the Melinda Maria Grecian emerald cocktail ring perfect for leaders of the fashion pack. The empress cut gemstone glows in an 18K gold vermeil setting, and offers an extra layer of glitz with cubic zirconia detailing at the borders.

Add a splash of style to your ensemble with this on-trend cocktail ring. Features a vibrantly colored faceted bauble in a shimmering metallic setting.

Kenneth Jay Lane Ruby Dream Cocktail Ring is the ring of the season. A ruby colored German glass stone set in a 18K gold plated ring dotted with turquoise resin beads.

An oversized vibrant cocktail ring featuring large stone with contrast rhinestone studded frame and a emerald cut shape with multi-faceted surface.

Creating and wearing stylish cocktail rings that are modern, elegant and unique can easily be added to your collection!

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Dear Girlfriends ~

Faviana Bohemian

A summer dress isn’t a dress without the chic chiffon.  A summer dress featuring a halter neckline and low v-cut back; asymmetrical hem is the solution to an evening out on the National Harbour.  Bohemian flair takes on an elegant touch in a long Empire-waist silk maxi dress with mix-and-match prints.

Halter Dress

Tibi Halter Maxi Dress

Something as simple as this printed dress which blooms with bohemian charm.

Gauzy Dress

What can be better than being comfortable and chic?

Bohemian Gypsy Dress

Strapless Printed Dress

The bohemian-gypsy inspired pieces give off a playful, colorful, vibrant look. You will not want to take this piece off. It takes comfy to another level, while boosting your confidence to fun and flirty. These flowy gauzy dresses drape the body and make it look sexy and sultry, yet soft and feminine at the same time.  Or even this gauzy dress  which is very easy to travel with. Tie them in knots and they will come out of your suitcase in perfect condition!

Until the next style adventure,

Monica

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Dear Girlfriends -

Did you see the sun this morning?  Wow, isn’t it welcomed and beautiful?  I’m sure we are all looking forward to the official start of Spring (March 20th) but before we get to that day … spring over to the My Black is Beautiful event happening this Friday!

Calling all my fashionsitas, if you can fit this into your busy schedules the My Black is Beautiful LIVE! event is happening on Friday, this Friday March 12th.

Washington, D.C.

Friday March 12, 2010

3pm-9pm

Wardman Park Marriott
Exhibit Hall C
2660 Woodley Road Northwest
Washington, D.C. 20008

Live Entertainment • Mini-Makeovers • Product Samples

Come celebrate your beauty and spirit at a taping of My Black is Beautiful LIVE! for season two of the TV show. Join us for this exclusive experience — all for free!

Hope to see you there …

Until the next style adventure,

Monica

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Dear Girlfriends

I recently discovered Pantene Pro-V Relaxed & Natural hair care for Women of Color and being a women of color myself, I was excited to try this product out!  

Have you ever had a time when you got excited about trying a new product?  Well this past weekend, it was my time!  I discovered fabulous haircare beauty by Pantene in a bottle.

I must say over the past weekend I was looking forward to the Intensive Moisturizing Shampoo that I would soon give to my hair.  It actually was an oil-enriched feeling I had after lathering it up a few times through the whole shampoo wash I was able to exhale the cleaniness of it all.

Pantene Relaxed & Natural Women of Color Moisturizing Shampoo

Adding the Pantene Pro-V Relaxed & Natural for Women of Color Intensive Moisturizing Conditioner was the icing on the cake!   With me having natural hair, sometimes it can be unmanageable.  After using the conditioner, it feels great to the touch and easy to comb through.

Pantene Relaxed & Natural Women of Color Moisturizing Conditioner

On the following day, I was tempted to tray the deep conditioning mask for my hair.  It was intense … in a good way.  It allowed all the deep penetration to flow through my natural hair and kept my hair smooth, manageable and well-balanced.  As a woman of color, I can’t say more about the Pantene Pro-V Relaxed & Natural for Women of Color Breakage Defense Deep Conditioning Mask … from my first experience it was the best deep conditioning product around.  You really don’t have to keep it on long … it is truly a deep conditioning mask.  Pantene has outdone themselves with this one!  

Pantene Deep Conditioning Mask

Overall, I love that Pantene has made a line for women of color. I’ve used Pantene products before the relaxed and natural line came out and they worked well but this is perfect for me and my natural hair type.  Its a lifestyle!

Hey fabulous women of color … what more can I say than to try it yourself?

Until the next style adventure,

Monica

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Dear Girlfriends:

Go for black & gold accessories and no not because my hometown New Orleans Saints won their first Super Bowl ever … go for black and gold because gilded accents keep your fall/winter neutrals from fading into the background of fashion.

Let’s look at some winning combinations of black and gold accessories ….  use these styles as options for your look and shop around for bargains and frugalista finds today and this weekend!

These distressed suede sandals feature antiqued studs. 2 buckled straps at side. 1.5″ leather-covered platform and 4.75″ leather-covered wedge heel.

Ash Lovely Suede Wedge Sandals

Luxury with a bohemian flair, this suede handbag features black and gold chain and suede fringe at the front and a logo plate at the back. Seam detail at top. Gold hardware. Studs at double handles and magnetic-snap closure at main compartment. Lined interior features zip and 2 patch pockets.

Rich Hippie Tote

This 24k gold-plated ring features snake-embossed leather detail at the domed disc. 1.25″ wide.

Stamped Python Ring

This leather bracelet features gold-plated cone studs. Ring-and-toggle clasp. 1.5″ wide. 7.25″ long.

Kiss Kiss Bang Bang Cuff

This pebbled leather handbag features an oversized logo medallion at the front flap. Zip pocket under flap. Gold hardware. Detachable resin chain strap.

Bijou Clutch

These electroplated 22k gold earrings feature Swarovski crystals and resin cabochons at the teardrop details. Post closure. 2.75″ long.

Kenneth Lane Black Cabochon Earrings

This 4-strand necklace features metallic wooden beads. Contrast grosgrain tie closure. 28″ long.

Gold Wood Bead Necklace

Girlfriends, remember to go for GOLD … that is black and gold!

Until the next style adventure,

Monica

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