Accessorizing with Hats

Big. Small. Seductive. Cool. Although I've always somewhat had a hate-love relationship with hats (after all, my hair does get ruined after wearing them for too long), I have always found something special about them that made them so cool to wear. Perhaps it was because Audrey Hepburn was able to effortlessly pull off her look with it, or maybe it was because the hat was Captain Jack Sparrow's finishing touch to pull off his pirate look. Regardless, various hats can be used for any occasion and may just be the perfect add-on to your outfit.

If you're out on a summer day with a lot of heat in your face, or if you're looking for the perfect touch to complement your spring dress, floppy hats with attached scarves are perfect for your outfit. Large enough to block you out from too much heat, but gorgeous enough to wear out, these hats may be just what you need for the coming season. Pictured here is an Emilio Pucci Raffia floppy hat (Net-a-Porter).
If you're looking for a night in town with the girls and you're looking for a cool, edgy, DJ-spin sort of look, take a peek at this Spotted Feather Straw Fedora (Forever 21). The feather adds a great touch to the material of the hat, and it's definitely casual enough to wear to other places out as well.

A fellow friend of mine recently referred me to Japanese Store CA4LA. They have an absolutely delectable set of hats, both casual and sophisticated. This Ecarte hat is great because of its vibrant colors and cute bow.

Regardless of what kind you're looking for, hats can add sophistication or a dash of playfulness to any outfit. Just like any other set of clothes and accessories, a hat collection may take a while, but with good time and searching, you may just come up with your perfect collection of hats.

Pink The New "It" Color

I love pink. It's fresh, it's girly, it's chic. The runways were flourshing with pink, the key is to pick a rich, pigmented pink like the shade featured in these two dresses from Net-A-Porter.

Italian Sensuality

Milan is by far the sexiest and most risque fashion capital. I think for me, Italian fashion means extremely well tailored clothing that fits your body as if it were second skin. Rich colors and brights prints are an Italian staple. Just think Versace with murderous cocktail dresses that skim the body perfectly. Roberto Cavalli makes gaudy chic. Dolce and Gabbana's bustier dress really sums up Italian fashion for me, as does a mini Pucci dress or scarf paired with over sized sunglasses. The main things to take from the Italians is that it's all in the fit, don't be scared of prints (but make sure they are luxe), and last but not least head to toe black, navy, plum or any midnight shade for that matter is a very fabulous thing.