Hello everyone!
Hope you are all enjoying the onset of the holidays. As soon as Thanksgiving is over, the official Christmas season begins and then before you know it will be 2010…

I just wanted to write a quick entry about some amazing things happening to people I like. First, I got news that one of my favorite bloggers, Jane of SeaOfShoes, is going to be presented at the Crillon Ball in Paris. I couldn’t be happier for her! Jane is a trendsetter: she is never afraid to follow her fashionista instincts, she has great taste and she can handle even the harshest of heels. She has a kind heart and a sweet demeanor. Her fearlessness when it comes to fashion is simple inspiring. When I heard she was being presented, I thought it was amazing. Not only is the Ball the absolute most chic place to be presented but she is being dressed by the masters of chic: the House of CHANEL!!! What a perfect fit. Congratulations Jane, I am so excited for you!

Secondly, one of my favorite designers, Naeem Khan will be on Larry King tonight. He will be a part of a panel discussing the theme for tonight’s State Dinner at the White House.  If you like Naeem Khan, catch him on Larry King on Tuesday night talking about this phenomenon.

Just as I was writing about Naeem Khan, a friend called me and told me to Google his name. What I found was so exciting! Michelle Obama wore Naeem Khan to the White House State Dinner tonight! She looked beautiful in a nude gown that was hand embroidered with tiny sterling silver paillettes. I actually saw this embroidery during his Spring 2010 show this year but the silk was in a different color. Also, the gown that I styled Alex Tran in also used the same type of sterling silver paillette mixed with black to replicate snake skin. When you see this fabric close-up and touch it you realize that not only are the paillettes made of sterling silver but they have a weight to them. That weight really makes the difference in the gown Michelle Obama wore tonight: on the one hand, the paillettes are used in an abstract floral pattern as a light-catching ornamentation but on the other hand, the fabric falls beautifully because of the weight they provide. The silk shawl Michelle Obama draped around herself brought yet another light touch of glamour and was both a soft contrast to the sterling silver paillettes and provided the perfect backdrop in terms of color: the dress made her skin look AMAZING.  As I mentioned a couple of months ago, I met Naeem during Fall Fashion Week and he was very gracious to me and Hanh. I’m already excited to go to the Naeem Khan Fall 2010!

photos: Michelle O. Style

Hope everyone is getting ready for Thanksgiving and I wish you and your families and loved ones the best for this holiday season.
Xoxox
Nini

Wearing: F21 skirt, Marc by Marc Jacobs jacket, Helmut Lang tee-shirt, Givenchy bag, YSL tribute pumps, and Virgin Saints & Angels cuff.

Right now I’m on the look out for a feather jacket or cape to wear for fall. This Naeem Khan peacock cape is exactly what that I have been looking for, for a long time. Too bad it’s from his Fall 2008 collection and it’s almost impossible to find. I think they only produced around three or four of them in all: the entire cape is handmade. If you guys happen to see anything like this please let me know. Thank you !! xoxo Nini

Hi everyone-

Are you ready for the holidays to be here? I’m ready, but it’s crazy to even begin to think that this year is almost over…I remember when 2009 started my New Year’s resolution was to save money and now it’s November and I still have not gotten anywhere yet! Well, let’s start all over again in 2010 :).

I just watched the music video for the song “Already Gone” by Kelly Clarkson and I was so inspired by the song and the music video. I think it is her best music video by far. She looks really romantic, sophisticated and beautiful in this video, and I’m sure there will be many more to come from her. Are you guys doing any theme shoots for the holiday?

We did some head shots. This is our first time doing something like this. The pictures did not turn out as I had imagined they would, but Loc had a lot of patience with me and I think he did a wonderful job. I wanted to do something different for a change. The highlight of this post is Mrs. Hulk. I’m warning you, if you have high blood pleasure, this is not something that you want to see. Umm… J/K LOL  🙂 Enjoy the new banner and I hope you all enjoy your beautiful day! xoxo Nini

Hi everyone !!!

This is what I wore out to lunch with Loc today.  After wards, we did some candid shots at the West Village.

Lately, I have been wearing red nail polish with everything. It’s called Ruby Ruby by SinfulColors and you can find it at any drugstore. I’m not a huge fan of red but this shade of nail polish is a beautiful red that compliments my skin really well. If you wear a lot of black like me, red nails polish is fun and glamorous to wear. Of course there are dangers to wearing red: make sure to keep it classic by having natural nails rather than acrylic nails and keep them  short. That way, the splash of color adds that extra touch without going overboard.

I’m really into lace and vintage corsets right now.  I’m also looking for a lace long-sleeved turtleneck leotard to wear with everything in my closet. I love lace but it has to be styled in a classic and clean way.  Have a lovely day to everyone !!! xoxo Nini

Lucky elephant rings from F21.

Wearing: Ann D pant, F21 lace top, Banana Republic tank top, F21 rings, vintage clutch, fur from Neimans, YSL booties.