Look who's back!

After an extended vacation, I'm finally getting back into the swing of things. While the Met Gala was days ago (and probably old news at this point), I can't stop thinking about this Christian Siriano dress that was worn by Janelle Monae. It couldn't be more on brand with the lashy eye detail. I'm still obsessed days later!

Lately, I've seen several celebrities dress in wide-leg pants and a cute crop top. While I think the ensemble is chic and summer goals, I'm not sure I'm daring enough to try it. For those that are, kudos! 

When Jennifer Lopez's stylist posted a photo of her in this look, it was another reminder that she is in fact aging in reverse. I mean, could she look any better? I'm trying to fight the signs of aging as early as I can, but I still want to know what her secret is. She's flawless in a natural way. Her body is on fire. Basically, she is goals...

I don't know if it was because the sun finally came out or because the celebrities had the recent couture shows to pull from, but last night's red carpet was maybe one of my favorites. I was hoping and praying that someone would wear hot pink and to my surprise pink ended up being the color of the night. Everyone wore it from Julia Roberts to Angela Bassett, but nobody wore it quite as well as Crazy Rich Asians star Gemma Chan in this (or THE) Valentino couture gown I have been dreaming about for weeks. Gasp...

You know I've been color crushing on lilac lately, so to see Emilia Clarke in this sparkly Balmain number was such a breath of fresh air. Pale lilacs and pinks also reigned supreme last night. Kiki Layne's exaggerated back detail was another gasp-worthy moment. I mean... and let's not forget Kacey Musgrave's pink confection that looked sweet enough to eat. 

I had to throw Charlize Theron in the mix in this dusty blue Dior, because let's face it, she's the Oscars red carpet queen. She pops up out of nowhere and looks effortless but over the top chic. She knows she should be there. Everyone else take note. 

Other favorites of the night include Regina King in white Oscar de la Renta (we should call her Regina Queen because she really looked like a queen in that dress... perfection). And GAGA. Do I need to say more? The Tiffany diamond, the custom black McQueen gown, the gloves... girl knows how to show up. And I definitely watched her performance with Bradley Cooper two (or maybe 4) times. It was everything I had hoped it would be and more. I'll leave you with this... can we never have an Oscars host again? I found it to be so peacefully politic-free and focussed on what it should be focussed on... giving out awards to deserving people. 

What were your favorite moments? 

While I'm not a huge tv binge-watcher, this dreary weather has forced me indoors with little activity other than The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Who's watching it? I watched the first two seasons in about a week and have been on the edge of my seat waiting for the next season to drop, though I think we have a while before that happens. What's not to love about a show with a female powerhouse as lead and a pre-Carrie Bradshaw closet to drool over. 

This is my interpretation of a 2019 version of Midge...

My final thoughts on the Golden Globes...

I want to take Lucy Liu's gown and make it into a sequin bomber for every day wear. I would wear it with distressed jeans, a plain white tee and booties. How can we make this happen?

The Golden Globes are always an exciting event to watch because it kicks off red carpet season. You get an early look at what will be trending this spring. One thing I noticed was a handful of bold jewel tones but a lot of soft pastels, lots of pale pinks and neutrals. Softer fabrics and unfussy hair styles ruled supreme. It appears that feminine details and an over-all softer look are what we're going for and I couldn't be happier about it. And can we talk about Julia Roberts? I mean.... Queen. 

Do you dare to wear a graphic sweatshirt with a sequin skirt? Maybe for your office Christmas party? I think it's cute, has a little splash of sparkle and is conservative enough that your boss won't cringe. Not to mention these pumps... Meghan Markle wore them and I think they might just be the perfect pump.

headband: Lele Sadoughi  |  skirt: Halogen  |  pumps: Aquazzura

Just a casual train ride and outing with the Queen. Can you imagine if this was your new normal? Meghan Markle is handling the transition effortlessly if you ask me. Her wardrobe is adjusting quite well, too. She emerged in another stunning Givenchy ensemble. See more here.

We're finally on the home stretch... the Royal Wedding is THIS

WEEK! I can hardly contain my excitement. I'm royally obsessed and will be one of those that's up in the middle of the night to watch all the coverage (starting at 3am CST). Who's getting up early to watch? With the digital world we live in, there will instantly be pictures available, but I want to see it live. Now, it's time to jet off to London (I wish!)...

The annual Met Gala is something I look forward to each year. 

It's the debut of the new costume collection inside the Metropolitan Museum of Art. So, celebrities, designers, and the like show up dressed according to the theme. More or less, it's a very expensive costume party. This year's theme, Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination, raised some eyebrows (take a peak inside the museum here and don't miss this post highlighting the perfectly polished table settings). Putting all that aside, let's focus on the fashion and how it might have been one of my all time favorite red carpets. The theme lends itself to lavish golds and reds, heavy embroidery, over the top headpieces, and angelic dresses. I loved seeing

different designers' interpretation of the theme. See all the red carpet looks here. Don't miss my absolute favorite of the night, Hailee Steinfeld wearing Prabal Gurung. 

Check your coat and political views at the door... we need to talk about

the hat. The First Lady stepped out this week in a stunning Michael Kors suit with a crisp white hat. Talk about making a statement. It gave me a mix of Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman, a nod to Scandal (white hats), a little Princess Diana and a little Kate Middleton... all in all an 80's and 90's vibe. I was a little obsessed. What did you think?

Nobody has been more of a warrior for women's rights lately

than Catt Sadler. She's been on the front lines of the Times Up movement, but is doing it with class and style. She sported this lovely lilac and black color blocked dress the other day while rallying the troops for equal pay. Go Catt go! 

Who watched the Oscars last night? What did you think?

Sticking to just fashion, I'll say the gowns did not disappoint. I was on the edge of my seat to see what Margot Robbie would wear, and her Chanel gown with beaded accents was worth the wait.

Q: Will you be illustrating during the Oscars this weekend?

the setting clean and crisp.... it's literally everything I could ask for as an illustrator. Who will be wearing what? Will there be tons of  color, big goofy gowns, or will it be more subdued with clean lines and neutral colors? If I had to guess, I'm putting my money on flirty and frilly details, féminine touches, light colors (I hoping at least one person shows up in lavender)... an overall nod to a fresh season. 

I'll be blowing up instagram with some live illustrating. Who are you most excited to see Sunday? 

Let's put aside our thoughts and opinions on what happened

with Tonya Harding and focus, instead, on the lovely lady that plays her in I, Tonya... Margot Robbie stunned at last night's SAG Awards in this pale

pink gown with feather accents at the waist. Only she could pull off adding volume at the smallest portion of her waist. I loved it.

Is anyone else fascinated by Meghan Markle and Prince

Harry? Fascinated might be too strong of a word.... interested is more like it. I'm interested in everything they do, everything she wears, every detail about their upcoming nuptials (will anyone else be up in the middle of the night watching their ceremony, because I definitely will be). It doesn't hurt that she's been killing the coat game lately. She stepped out yesterday in this long overcoat, matching scarf and black wide-leg pants. Overall, completely chic and simple. But, I wonder... how does she take her coffee? Or does she nix it all together opting for tea instead? Any insight into this would be much appreciated.

Pretty as a princess she is. Who else is super excited for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle? I love all things pertaining to the Royal Family, so this was such a welcomed surprise yesterday morning. And, of course, we're all dying to have that coat. It's sold out, as expected, but rest easy... I found some great alternatives. Shop my white coat picks below:

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NYFW just wrapped and I can't wait to break down the latest trends for you in the coming days. One thing that has been on the horizon that continued to make waves on the street style stars is metallics. Whether it's a bold accessory or a statement blouse, heavy metals are here to stay for fall. While athleisure also has major staying power, let's talk about actual workout gear. It's an area where you can still be on-trend while you sweat it out in the gym. Fabletics just released new pieces for fall and I'm dying over the pops of rose gold. So good. I can see throwing this crop top on with these pants and hitting the gym. Throw a jacket in for good measure on those cold mornings. It's the happiest medium of trendy metallics and comfy (and oh-so-slenderizing) workout gear. Consider it a win...

I loved working with Drybar a while back on a blogger mailer with some of their new products. We created custom illustrations for all the heavy hitters including Leandra (aka, the Man Repeller), Aimee Song, Kimberley over @eatsleepwear, etc. etc. Below are a few of my favorites:

If there's one thing I spend money on, it's accessories. Everything from 

watches, sunglasses, bags, etc. etc... that's where my money goes. My wardrobe is pretty basic (black, white and grey is my color palette), and I mix it up with fun accessories (mostly in the same colors). I never leave home without a good pair of shades, so Quay has become my new best friend. (Consider this an unsponsored post; I'm just a huge advocate for the brand). They are highly durable, affordable, and on-trend. With the attainable price point, you can go for something on the trendy side without breaking the bank. My summer go-to has been the mirrored aviators. While I have an extensive collection of Ray-Bans in the same shape, the Quay version is lighter on my face which makes for better long-term wear. 

While I opted for the silver, this shape is available in multiple colors. Shop

my favorites by Quay (pronounced "key") below:

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T G I F

There are some weeks where Friday can't come soon enough and this was one of those weeks! Looking forward to a weekend of resting up, hopefully soaking in some sun, and preparing for a busy week next week! 

I've mentioned several times how much I am a fan of Drybar and all of

their products. This is another illustration we did a while back as part of

a campaign for influencers and editors, this one of Eva Chen (signature

apple in tow). 

It's that time again.... time to reveal the latest collaboration with Giuliana Rancic! For this collection, we looked to California for inspiration. From the hiking through the Hollywood Hills to getting dressed to the nines with your glam squad, there's a design for everybody. When you think of California, one of the first things you think of is most likely Rodeo Drive. We had to come up with a design that captured that essence of shopping on Rodeo with your bestie (and admiring all the fancy cars as you pass).