Hey queenies!  I know its True Taste Tuesday but i just had to dish on my favourite looks from the 2012 Golden Globes.  The ladies pulled it out!  Don’t ask me who won any awards because I have no clue; I didn’t actually watch it this year although I hear Ricky Gervais was the host again. I don’t mind him he’s a funny chap, but my attention is always focused on the red carpet.

This year forerunners included Angelina Jolie in Versace who showed up with papa Pitt.  Heidi Klum in a sexy neck breaking Calvin Klein gown.  (that is the necks of every man and women in the room) Lea Michele, Emma Stone and Reese Witherspoon also fired and hit the mark in their own respective dresses.  A noted theme were mermaid gowns, which is what I have my eye on for a wedding gown.  Its so complimenting on so many figures no wonder it was a popular choice.   Whose looks were your favourite??

Heidi Klum in Calvin Klein

See rest of the ladies after the jump

 

So I’ve never really been one for birthday celebrations or parties…for myself.  I fear I’ve spread that abstinence of yearly recognition to my blog and for the first time I want to take a second and say thank you.  To anyone who has ever stopped by for a minute, read anything I’ve shared or were thoughtful enough to leave me a comment to you I say thanks!

I’ve been blessed enough to have received the love and of support from family and friends, and I want everyone to know that all your kind words have given me the motivation to continue blogging over the past 2 years.   I started this blog out of bordem in 2009 (in November so it really seems like 3 years)  after giving birth to my son, and searching for inspiration and now the thought of not having my blog is almost unimaginable to me.  It’s become almost like a second child to me…lol almost.  I’ve connected with so many talented people on and offline and  I plan to continue spiraling deeper into the blogging world, for many more years to come.

This year I’ve decided to renew my commitment to this blog and devotion to my readers with more quality posts, fun features and of course better give aways!  (That’s a hint for an upcoming one I will be hosting at the end of the month, more details on that soon)

 

Happy Belated birthday True Queen!!!

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Kanye West debuted a pretty impressive collection for the upcoming spring season.  Initially when I heard he was working on one I was ambivalent as to weather it would be something that I liked.  I know he’s no stranger to the fashion world so really it should have come to no surprise when news hit that he would be working on his own. Not disappointed in the least, my favourite pieces is Abbey Lee in 4th and 8th outfit, mysterious an sexy!

I’ve always loved Solange; she’s such a free spirit.  It may seem like she’s trailing behind in her sisters larger than life shadow; her 100 million time platinum albums, and now with the recent birth of her daughter Blue Ivy Carter.  ( I’ll go in on the name another time).  Solange moves to the beat of a different drum if you ask me. Indie, pop, jazz, retro, soul sums her up pretty well.  I think her off beat style is what makes her such a viable model, besides be insanely beautiful.

Now signed to Next modelling agency I can’t wait to see what she pulls together for her official modelling body of work.  I think she’ll get some well deserved shine; she’s already modelled for Carol’s daughter, Rimmel London, and Dereon her big sis’ label.  Think she’ll make a good professional photo subject?  Here’s some pics of her past work, lover her as much as I do??

 

 

 

 

1. CO-OP Barneys New York high heel shoes, $199
2. Rodarte ruffle shoes, $244
3. London Rebel platform shoes, $84
4. Miu Miu jeweled sandals, $990
5. Christian Louboutin platform pumps, $1,395
6. Linda champagne glitter fabric sandalNEW SEASON Jimmy Choo – Designer…, $695
7. Steve Madden glitter platform heels, $130
8. Hunter wellington rubber boots, $145
9. Zara brogue shoes, $30
10. Kate Spade slingback pumps, $325

Who says glitter is only for special occasions? I think it’s perfectly appropriate to work in a bit of sparkle in bewteen the holidays, and a pair of gleaming kicks is one great way to do it.  The key is not going overboard; pair anyone of these shoes with a simple plain shirt and pants for maximum impact.  

I love the flats #9 from Zara with the leopard print, they make it easy to stand out from the crowd in a subtle and informal way.

 

Image: Healthful Pursuit

So pumpkins not something I commonly purchase; 1 it’s a seasonal item and two, what the heck do you do with them if your not making pumpkin pie??

Crazy as it sounds this pumpkin smoothie I found off of one of my new daily reads Healthful Pursuit is amazing!  Her recipes are not only like little chunks of heaven but they’re also vegan/vegetarian friendly, gluten, dairy, sugar free in this case.  I have a sister in law which I’ve gabbed about before who would reap the benefit of having this option for tasty treats available to her.

 

Pumpkin Spice Smoothie

Vegan, Gluten free, Dairy free, Sugar free, Yeast free, Corn free

This smoothie is creamy and light. Not only will it add extra fiber to your day, but having pumpkin in the morning will keep you fuller, longer!

Yield: 1 serving, 2 cups

Ingredients

• 1 cup non-dairy milk – I used unsweetened almond
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
• 1/2 banana
• 1 tbsp raisins or 1/2 tsp maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/8 tsp ground ginger
• pinch ground nutmeg
• pinch ground cloves
• pinch all spice

• vegan coconut whipped topping – I used 2 tbsp honey and omitted the vanilla in this batch (optional)

Directions

1. Place everything but whipped topping in the blender.
2. Blend until smooth
3. Pour into your favorite glass and place a couple tablespoons of coconut whipped cream on top.
4. Sprinkle with cinnamon if you’d like!