Pardi Gras Mambo

Wow! What another Carnival Season down for the books! 'Tis the time to break out all the purple, gold and green paraphernalia. People dancing in the streets to the blaring brass bands. The abundance of costumes, glitter and feathers to question one's self whether it's Halloween or not, again. An indescribable hodge- podge of sights, sounds and visuals you will not get anywhere else in the world. Only to make it unforgettable, guaranteed to keep you coming back every year. And as it goes without saying, the bigger, the better.

Laissez les bon temps rouler!

After Christmas it's tradition to keep the tree out and adorn it with the festive purple + gold + green.

Support your local vendors. Shirt: Defend New Orleans via defendneworleans.com

One of the BEST customer service providers. Ever.

Balcony view of the debauchery.

In a place where our passion runs deep for all things that celebrate our heritage and culture, New Orleanians do it with pride. Some refer to us as "slow". Some may even call us "alcoholics". Most tend to call us "crazy". We  refer to it as "individuality".

(Wedge platform booties + Chain cross body bag + sunnies: Aldo, cardigan: F21, leather shorts: Topshop, rose gold timepiece: Dolce & Gabbana, v- neck tee: Defend New Orleans)

Non- traditional king cake shape but it sure is tasty. Rated as #1 in the city. Hi Do is legit.

Nothing like a spicy Bloody Mary for breakfast, lunch and dinner on those crisp Carnival days.

Yes. This is what it looks like.

fancy & festive

Sustenance. Sad they were out of the cotton candy flavor but the red velvet is always a classic.

Cupcakes & Co. is a a gourmet cupcake mobile truck that offer delightful treats on the go. Make sure to follow them on Twitter for their location.

"Go insane..go insane..throw some glitter, make it rain.."

Incognito.

It's been real, Pawdi Gras '11, catch you next year.

Now on to the Irish festivities this upcoming weekend!

Like what you see here and still can't get enough? Make sure you check out the other leading ladies of NOLA's blogosphere to experience Fat Tuesday through their eyes. Links provided below:

         Slow Southern Style- http://www.slowsouthernstyle.com/

Stylish3-The Blonde http://www.stylish3.com/Prototyle

PrototyleMama- http://prototypemama.wordpress.com/

Style Cakes- http://stylecakes.wordpress.com/

NO(LA) More Chains- http://nolamorechains.blogspot.com/

Miss Malaprop- http://www.missmalaprop.com/

UNMADE- http://beautyunmade.com/

Odelma Vintage- http://odelmavintage.blogspot.com/

Hypercrush. Neons & High Voltage Aglow.

It's really no surprise that after a long, drab Winter season all we long for is  the warmth of the sun and of course, the sizzling skin-baring Spring/ Summer season's hottest fashions. Well, yours and my wish came true. Preferably for myself, I tend to gravitate toward the bolder hues. Hypercrush is exactly how I'd describe my love for this rainbow bright affair.

Oh for months now how I've been eyeing the SS 2011 collections from afar! From Gucci to DVF to Jill Sander to Dolce & Gabbana, they all have yet to disappoint. Neons & color-block trend = kool aid smile. No, the '80s are not coming back. Just a modified, fresh take on season's electric trend. Get your sunnies ready ladies, the boldness might just be tad bit blinding...

LUST:

(Diane Von Furstenberg)

(Jill Sander)

(Gucci)

(Spotted: Paris Fashion Week)

(VS Angels new fragrance launch)

CHIC for LESS:

(Topshop $55)

(Bubble gum pop. Left: Diesel $330, Right: asos $63)

Just some pieces I have in my closet that I have yet to wear.

I'll be doing an outfit post on this trend soon...

(F21: $25 the zippers on the shoulders give it that little something extra)

(Bebe: $59 tunic top or dress, it's a keeper)

(Bebe: $49, cowl neck front + elastic criss-cross lattice back)





A Sunday Kind of Love Affair.

(born July 19,1834-Sept. 1917 Hilaire-Germain aka Edgar Degas, a self portrait)

 

(Displayed are some of Degas' infamous paintings. Some say he's the founder of Impressionism. His ability to capture the complexity of human motion was absolutely mind boggling. Hence, a majority of his portraits are depicting "scenes of life" occurring in a Parisian atmosphere. Still to this day, the ballet series continues its increase in popularity.)

 

(Les Moulles au Fenouil et Pomme Frites[mussels w/ fennel & french fries], La Crepe au Crab[lump crabmeat crepe])

 

(peach mimosas = delish)

  

"New Orleans ladies..a sassy style that will drive you crazy..All the way from Bourbon Street to Esplanade..they sashay by.."

 

(Alcee Fortier Park located directly across the street from the restaurant. Local artists display sculptures here.)

 

For as long as I am able to recall, Sunday has always been my favorite day of the week. The beginning of new,exciting things is the way I like to look at it. A day set aside for quality time with family, time to relax, gather yourself together from a rough weekend and of course, brunch! Any excuse to have a lazy day. 

One of my favorite places to dine at for this meal would be this cozy, little cottage called, Cafe Degas. Oh how I look forward to their menu & specials for that week! Living in New Orleans where there are an abundance of the many options and as equally delicious food makes it that much  more conflicting on where to dine.

Personally, this has never been an issue. Aside from the service, menu selections, location & ambiance; history & culture is conveyed throughout when setting foot through those wooden doors. This French bistro meets European style dining, restaurateur Jacques Soulas & Jerry Edgar partnered up to pay homage to the infamous French artist, Edgar Degas; whom was rumored to have stayed for a period of time on Esplanade Avenue not far from the restaurant's location. Located in the heart of the historic Faubourg St. John neighborhood, you'll discover classic French dishes with a modern twist. It's everything you've envisioned it to be & so much more. Picture-esque setting & scenery. A tree sprouting inside the middle of the restaurant. Murmuring fountain. Consistently alive. Yet, a sense of calm,serene feeling comes over you as if you're dining at an authentic French countryside cafe. Everything seems to move at a slower pace & you truly get a chance to enjoy your meal. Very unusual these days to the many of us always on the go. 

C'est vraiment une experience et un doit essayer!

(It truly is an experience and a must try!)

Perfectly Simple. My LBD.

(Dress- local boutique:Ropa Fashion Loft, diy shoulder pad insert, BT necklace, Topshop connector ring, Aldo nude patent pumps)
Photo Credit: Sarah Mattix Photography
 Hey hey! Words can't even describe how ecstatic I am to finally share with you my first official blog post. After much debate(mostly procrastanation),it hit me. It's about that time. The perfect time to leap into the blogospere.
I've tried time and time to categorize my personal style into one genre and I just can't seem to find one to fit it under. That's the irony in fashion. You don't have to.I seem to fall in love with all. I try to visualize things for what is, what it was and what it can be. Style should be simple. In the wise words of fashion guru Tim Gunn,"Make it work."
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