A Blonde in Beijing Becomes…
28 JanA Blonde in Beijing becomes…
Blonde with a Baby!
I hope you will follow me on this new journey – full of blonde motherly moments, fashion advice for the spit-up savvy, fun tips on traveling with a tot, and must-have product reviews.
A Bump in Beijing: Weeks 22-25
25 JulWe are certainly progressing in the “bump” area! For those of you who requested new shoes each week…I hope you are not disappointed. If you commented on the fact that my hair grew bigger in each photo during weeks 18-21…I am sorry but my thin, baby fine hair is pretty much maxed out with the teasing and “Big Sexy” aerosol hairspray.
Only 15 weeks to go until we meet our little Olive!
Check out Weeks 18-21 for a “Bump Comparison”!
Think Pink
23 JulWhile having a little girl on the way is relatively new to me…having the color pink on the brain is certainly not! That said – it has enhanced my love of the color even more – which I didn’t think was possible. And – it seems that I am not alone in my affinity for all things PINK. Numerous designers used the girly hue in their resort collections. I believe that many of them chose the specific Schiaparelli shade that you see below to pay tribute to the brand’s big comeback. I personally cannot wait to see who will be named the new head designer of the infamous label. Waiting on PINK pins and needles until September…
Images courtesy of http://www.style.com.
Through the Seasons: Florals
20 JulIt seems that in the very fast paced world of today, some fashion trends come and go before they even hit the store shelves. On the flip side, some looks seem to find a more permanent place in our hearts and on our runways. I thought it might be fun to highlight some of these “trends with staying power” with a Through the Seasons Lookblog.
Up First: FLORALS – they seem to be having a moment in the sun…

Stella McCartney Resort 2013 *This look is a double winner for longevity. Florals + Tuxedo Pants = Separates to Transcend the Seasons.
Images courtesy of http://www.style.com.
True Resort
10 JulOriginally resort wear (as indicated by its name) was created by high-end designer labels for their customers that were expected to “holiday” in warmer climates after the cooler Christmas and New Year’s Holidays. Fast forward many moons and the resort collections have adapted to reach a broader audience and provide year-round looks to accommodate a variety of lifestyles. As I type – Brett and I are T minus 15 hours away from our departure from Beijing to the Maldives. So naturally…with thoughts of the crystal clear Indian Ocean on the brain, I would like to focus on the “True Resort” looks that graced the runways during Resort 2013. While they are not available yet – I did find inspiration in every look as I packed this morning. (And to answer any questions…YES – being almost 6 months pregnant created quite a few “packing challenges”.) Only time and pictures will tell…

Where else can you wear a turquoise sequined jumpsuit other than a tropical holiday? Chado Ralph Rucci Resort 2013
So this is goodbye to you until next week and hello to the W Retreat & Spa Maldives! 再见我的朋友! (See you soon my friends!)
Crazy for Couture: Days 3 & 4
9 JulThe final two days of Paris Couture were filled with sparkles at Elie Saab, drama at Jean Paul Gaultier, classic colors at Valentino, and a bit of whimsy at Ulyana Sergeenko. Each collection provided its fair share of eye candy. Let’s have a taste.
Do you have a favorite?
I have a tie between Valentino’s classic red gown and Sergeenko’s snow bunny bride!
Styled by Lady Liberty
4 JulHappy Fourth of July! A wonderful day to be an American…and yet, a rather sad day to be an expat (especially when it falls on a Wednesday!). But not to worry – we will listen to God Bless America as many times as we can stand it while eating as much American junk food as we can get our hands on. For those of you celebrating in the land of red, white, and blue (not just RED) – I hope that you channeled your own inner Lady Liberty to dress the part of America’s independence celebration! In case you need help – here are a few festive looks for the fourth:
For the Lady Liberty in All of Us
For the Hipsters Watching Fireworks on Brooklyn Rooftops
For the Lady Liberties Who Beach
For a Picnic in the Park
For a Fancy Fireworks Fête
Crazy for Couture – Day 2
4 JulFor me – the highlights of today’s couture shows in Paris were the milky whites of Chanel and the furry embellishments of Givenchy. Now all I need is a slew of special occasions in a snow dusted locale, either Karl or Riccardo to design me “bump-friendly” versions of these looks, and a money tree with which to buy them. Not looking so good really…
All images courtesy of http://www.style.com