☆ SHOWSTOPPERS ☆

Lately I've been seeing a lot of jaw-dropping items, and as a result have been inspired to start doing a weekly post called 'SHOWTOPPERS' and share the most memorable pieces that I've come across while surfing the net or while out shopping. ENJOY!

Alexander McQueen 'Scuba Python De-Manta' Clutch

Spring 2010 Ready-to-Wear

Photo from style.com

One word: GORGEOUS. Both the shape and pattern of the bag are very unique and the vibrant color palette is perfect for the spring/summer, and even the fall. I'd leave the house if only just to show off the bag.

Jessica Simpson 'Sabina' Platform
$110

 Photo from style.com

This is the best version of a birdcage platform that I've seen so far this spring. The heel is 5 1/2 inches which will make you a GLAMAZON. I tried these on at Nordstrom a couple of weeks ago and they are definitely FIERCE. I didn't purchase them because the shoe is kind of chunky and I felt as if my ankles and legs are too skinny (though the salesperson told me that they looked great on me, but isn't that their job?). While I didn't buy them, I do however HIGHLY recommend them! The shoe isn't available on Nordstrom.com or on jessicasimpsoncollection.com so you'll have to call around to find it. It is available on endless.com, but only in sizes 5.5, 7.5, and 8.

Check out these sets from Polyvore.com on how to outfit these items:

Set created by paulaabr :D on Polyvore.com

My post on mixing prints: TREND WATCH SP10: Mixed Prints

I love the mixing of prints in this set. Very few would dare to wear such a combination. Yellow is what really links the pieces, however every color of the handbag goes with the yellow or black of the dress. That icy blue on the handbag comes out of nowhere, but it's a pleasant surprise; a little randomness never hurts.

Set  created by vBARBIEv on Polyvore.com 

vBARBIEv is my account on Polyvore.

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RIP Alexander McQueen

Lee Alexander McQueen

March 16, 1969 - February 11, 2010

I'm actually at a lost for words. To have such a tragic end to a spirit overflowing with creativity and aesthetic genius is dumbfounding. He has created some of the most dramatic, unique, and memorizing pieces that the fashion industry has every seen. Look below:

 

Fall 2009 Ready-to-Wear

Gorgeous! What I love about this piece is that it manifests the unconventional lady. This outfit is feminine, powerful, and exceptional. His work was not just about clothes, but about limitless imagination and defying societal norms and standards.

I'm really at a lose for words...My condolences go out his family and loved ones. It's so cliche to say "he will truly be missed", but well...it's true. RIP Alexander McQueen. 

Take a look at his major collections here.

Read more about his tragic death here.

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