Elizabeth's Jewels

It’s no secret that Ms. Taylor had an impeccable eye for beautiful jewelry. Among her carefully curated collection rested a 64.9 carat diamond gifted to her by her lover Richard Burton. She was full of opulence and glamour, and so exhibiting pieces from her Bulgari collection at this years Cannes Film Festival, was perfectly fitting for the woman who once walked the classic red carpet herself, don't you think? In honor of the 50th anniversary of the 1963 film Cleopatra, the movie was recently digitally re-mastered and first screened at none other then the legendary French Riviera event this week. I can’t think of a better place to capture the iconic style, glamour and silver screen history that surrounds the couple who once made headlines.

 

Lucky the lady who gets to wear her legacy. Jessica Chastain was a vision, in an elegant all white gown by Versace Collection. I'm telling you....there really couldn’t have been a more beautiful backdrop of a dress, that showcased the Bulgari Sapphire necklace Richard gave to Elizabeth on her 40th birthday. 

photos via: huffpost | instyle.com 

xo~Syd

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Scallop into Summer

A dainty touch of scallop and a pretty palette of pink, navy and white is the perfect lady-like way to transition into that soft feeling of summer!

pink dress : modcloth | navy + white slingback shoes : j. crew | two tone scallop swimsuit : topshop | gold hoops : kate spade | brown cross body handbag : asos | phone case : anthropologie 

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Cannes 2013

Out of all of the events that magnificent gowns show up to, the Cannes Film Festival is one event that I look forward to viewing every year. Maybe it’s just the vision of the beautiful atmosphere that surrounds the French Riviera in my mind, the selection of style iconic people who have come and gone, or maybe it just gives off that irresistible feeling from another more elegant and glamorous time. The vibe of gowns and overall style aesthetic seem to always gravitate towards that classic polished silver screen nostalgia, and that never gets old. 

 There were so many beautiful frocks in the air that night, but the one that I can't keep my eye off of (so far) was Cara Delevingne's. A stunning bias cut, lace Burberry number with a plunging neckline. It was a sure fit for a more glamorous place in time, especially captured in a beautiful black + white image. I'm sure as the days progress I will have my head wrapped around another dress, or two, or three....

photo via: who, what, wear

Who's gown had you at the edge of your seat?

xo~Syd

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Vera Neumann for Target

The iconic artist + designer known her her colorful, bright and cheery patterns and signature lady bug trademark, currently has a reproduction collaboration with Target. I am pretty over the moon about this, hence the fact that I have searched for and collected little vintage treasures with her signature on them for many years. 

xo~Syd

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Red

Red is the great clarifier-bright and revealing. I can’t imagine becoming bored with red, it would be like becoming bored with the person you love.

~Diana Vreeland

photos via: puspa lohmeyer

There is just something about the color red. When you put it on, you just feel something.

xo~Syd

hat: h&m | blouse:vintage | shoes: nordstroms | watch: coach

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So Very Gatsby.....

Carey Mulligan is every bit of picture perfect in the May issue of Vogue; she is the epitome of 1920s glamour and prosperity right down to her oxblood lips and charcoal eyes. Not to mention the beautiful collaboration of Tiffany & Co. deco era inspired jewels and a Miuccia Prada design. Throwing Leo in the mix is just the icing on the cake. I will be counting the days to see the Baz Luhrmann produced remake of The Great Gatsby, out next month. It looks like it's just the bee's knee's!

xo~Syd

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Spring Reading

These lovely books are on my reading wish list for spring. I anticipate the warmer days spent outdoors ahead….cozying up with a little inspiration and wonder in the garden sounds nice and relaxing.

Audrey In Rome
(I’ve been especially waiting for this one)

Paris Street Style

Zelda Fitzgerald

Balenciaga

What are you reading this spring?

xo~Syd

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