Tie me up.

It's MONDAY, and you are ready to dominate the work week. Nothing says elegance and business like a gold tooth neck tie. Add a tie to your outfit and you instantly have an article of clothing that works as an accessory but also a statement piece. Ties instantly add a business demeanor to your outer self (for both women and men). The only problem I have with ties...I can't tie one. 

Luckily tie extraordinaire, Alexander Olch has teamed up with boutique French store Colette to make this insanely hot tutorial on how to tie a tie. After watching the video there should be no excuse on not wearing a tie to your next elegant affair. 

Enjoy.   

(video via: http://www.colette.fr/)

Boy Crazy

Dear RoseBow,

O.M.G. O.M.G. O.M.G. Rose bow Help! I got all my bases covered and got holiday gifts for my sister, parents and friends…but I somehow forgot my boy. WTF?! He always gets me the shittiest gifts for the Holidays but none-the-less I gotta hook up my boo’ with @ least some fly gear. Suggestions?

Sincerely,

LeKrystale

Paramount CA

Dear LeKrystale (Castles),

First off if you’re looking for some “fly gear” I suggest the latest edition of the FUBU collection. Buying for your “boo” may be a tad difficult-Sure its’easy to buy for your girlfriends or mom-You just get them something you would like-But boys are a bit more tactful and you obviously want them to look Holiday chic not Holiday geek.

Since each guy is different here are a couple of holiday suggestions for your boy:

The Pretty Boy Swag:

He likes to look fly all the time- Why not try a Leather fitted jacket that makes him look cool but @ the same time keep him warm from the weather.

He could pair it up with a simple tee or a nice button up shirt. 

The Sneaker Head:

Unless you know exactly what shoe he is missing from his NIKE SB collection, its better to let him choose the shoes. So don't stress too much and get him a pair of fly-ass kicks from a special shoe boutique. My personal favorite, PROPER in Long Beach, CA. If the shoe isn't to his pleasing he can always exchange it  for something else. 

The Professional:

His career is well on his way.  He dresses up almost everyday. Get him a nice bottle of Whiskey for after work and a pair of nice socks. You will make him warm from head to toe!

The Imaginary:

Call me Devendra.

The Asshole:

Send him a nonchalant e-mail saying that you have leprosy an unknown STD.He stood you up twice in one week-Get revenge from all that time wasted waiting for him, by having him wait unnecessary @ his local Plan Parenthood to get tested. (Hee Hee)

Hope this works for you LeKrystale and remember Tis’ the Season to get fucked up be jolly!

XOXO

Rose Bow Fashion

Footsies

If you are tired of wearing your UGG boots, over and over but want to stay warm, take cues from this seasons biggest trend: Over the knee socks and boots. Preferably sky high platform shoes. Not only will you manage to stay warm but the over the knee socks could be the flirty touch to your winter outfit. 

Will you be wearing socks this winter?

(MIA booties//Marc by Marc Jacob technicolor socks)

(images via {in order}: cupcakesandcashmere.com, fashionising.com, thestyleeater.com and Rose Bow Fashion)

Guess I got my Swagga back...

It's so *good* to have good friends...but it's even better to have good friends with a camera and a passion for the aesthetically pleasing. Meet my friend Rafa-the mastermind behind the EastsiderWriter.com. A daily photo blog that captures life in Los Angeles through the eyes of a bohemian soul.

I always wanted to style a fashion shoot, and commented this to Rafa a while back. So we finally decided to get together and work on our very own first fashion photo shoot. Our inspiration was DTLA, and the modern city girl who wants to stand out amongst the monotone colors of the city crowd (but not  clash!) This is the first collaborative project  with both of our blogs (and hopefully not the last) and I couldn't be any happier! I know I can't model but Rafa is a genius behind the lens and made me look top notch! Hope you guys enjoy!

xoxo

(Yellow Coat: Tulle  Dress: French Connection, Printed Geometric Shirt: Tory Brunch, Black Legging Jeans: True Religion, Black Cardigan: Michael Kors, Brown Heels: Nine West, Burberry Bag, Aviator Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs, Gold Clutch:Vintage)

(Photographs via Eastsiderwriter.com, Styling via Rose Bow Fashion) 

Gobble. Gobble.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

XOXO Rosebow Fashion

The Legend of LA DORADA

Company Holiday parties are fast approaching, and obviously you want to show-off to your co-workers that you look like a decent human female when you actually put effort clean up pretty nice. Well, one way to make sure that you'll be a show stopper is to add some sparkle to your outfit. Take cues from Régine Chassagne (The Arcade Fires lead singer) on last weeks SNL performance. There's one point in her performance when she dances and all you can do is focus on the glittery reflections that she gives off...sort of like a human disco ball. And though that much gold looks great on ice skaters, South American folk legends and entertainers, here are a couple ideas to add some gold to your Holiday party outfit:


Lumiere Dress by J.Crew. 

Pair this up with some cute nude color heels, and you will be the belle of the ball!

Glitter Eye Gel by Victoria Secret

Add a small amount to your eye make up as a final touch and SHINE!

Enzo Angiolini "Smiles" Platforms

Little Black Dress plus these shoes-you'll for sure turn heads.


Below is the actual video from the SNL performance by The Arcade Fire. If you haven't already, please do yourself a favor and listen to the entire album "The Suburbs". 

Is gold too Gaudy for you?

Tranquilita de noche y de día.

Even though the sun is beating us to the ground here in Southern Califas.(and no, I'm not complaining!) that doesn't mean one can't dress up with all the fun fashion has to offer in the Fall. Fall has always been my closet's favorite time of the year. It means dressing up with more layers of clothing and putting on all my favorite winter coats and boots...and even though in the past years I've shied away from tall heel boots this year I'm embracing the "inner Amazon woman" and rocking high heels like the baddest bitch on the block.

My favorite accessory this fall is the bold statement necklace, particularly this statement necklace by Tranquiltelas. This particular color really compliments well with the color palette Fall is known for: Khakis, Browns, Military green.

On a last note, if you're like me, you probably would like to run over the holiday music like that reindeer did to Grandma. This has to be at least once on your Fall/Holiday playlist. "Night by Night" by Chromeo.

 What trends are your favorite during Fall?

(Images via: Etsy, Sephora, Top Shop, and Khristian Diane Berrio [locations: Medellin, Colombia//Frog Town,Los Angeles])