Max and Lubov Azria's fall 2013 collection was inspired by the architecture of Istanbul and the Gypsies of southern Europe. The patterns were stylized after the tiles and mosaics of the ancient Turkish mosques. Boxy boyfriend cut embroidered leather jackets and fur had a huge presence. 

 Our WTWW is dedicated to the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) upcoming annual, stylish gala, "Cirque," on Saturday, February, 9 – from 8 P.M. – 12:30 A.M at the DIA's Kresge Court. This year's theme is "City Lights, Dark Nights" and attire is 'winter chic' – swanky, dazzling cocktail attire.  

‘Tis the season (and month) for enchantments of the heart! With Valentine’s Day less than two weeks away, the timing is perfect for romance to dominate spring 2013! Last week highlighted ways that romance ruled the runways via -ravishing ruffles, lady-like lace, sheer silks, charming chiffon, pretty pleats, astonishing appliqués, precious pastels and fancy florals. 

Pucker-Up Pumps (Charlotte Olympia)  

Clad in Rubin Singer's leather and lace bodysuit, all eyes were on Beyonce at the Superbowl's half-time show! Beyonce's all-black leather ensemble consisted of a removable leather jacket, deep plunging neckline, geometric cutout bust-detail, strips of python and iguana, with insets of Chantilly lace. 

(Vogue – 1956)

These days you don't have to be a seasoned vacationer to purchase resort wear.  The looks are wearable for Spring/Summer 2013. The Jet Setters Wardrobe: (Embrace your inner 70s, yes, Paisley is "in") Paisley prints blouse, dress or skirt  *depending on your preferred silhouette (box/flowy blouses). Yes, that 70s look is back and you'll see […]

nVintage resort was oh so chic (still is) and jet setters worldwide had a separate wardrobe for their "resort season." Resort collection is considered as specialized clothing style, as well as a year-round fashion season. The original resort fashion collections grew out of the American tradition of winter holiday clothes and date back to the 1930s.nnResort Collection […]

I am seriously kvelling over spring 2013's revival of romance on the runways- Ready-to-Wear and Haute Couture! In the words of Rachel Zoe, "I DIE!"