Hello beautiful people! Have you missed me?
It's been a busy month for me and now I'm back, with lots to share!
I am pleased to present "Dash 'n' Swank", my return to creating fashion layouts, this first edition dedicated to the ladies. If you're on Twitter, I'll be requesting suggestions for a challenge. Give me a show, movie, song or work of art to draw inspiration from, and I'll put together a look. Imagine my surprise when Burn the Floor asked me to design a spread based on the international smash hit for this inaugural post!
Burn the Floor is a celebration of latin and ballroom dance, choreographed by Jason Gilkison, taking the world by storm and has hit Broadway full force. Featuring live music, from the Viennese Waltz to Modern Pop, and a cast of dancers holding about 100 dance titles collectively, it seems no city is safe from this thrill ride. You may even get to see your favorite dancers from Dancing with the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance!
Watching the footage on Burn the Floor's YouTube channel, I created a look that celebrates motion of the human body and the sensuous nature of dance. Take over the dance floor as the sueded fringe of the skirt swishes back and forth with your hips. Flick your wrists and feet as they catch the light, your Blu Bijoux Black Cougar Bangle chasing after your Marc by Marc Jacobs Fancy Mouse Ring. Keep the makeup light and natural, hair free flowing and go in for the kill!
Read more about the history of Burn the Floor and choreographer Jason Gilkison on Broadway.com. Be sure to get your tickets before their limited engagement comes to a close!
'Til next time,
Stay wonderful!
This week's muse is none other than the legendary shoe designer, Manolo Blahnik. Honestly, I do not see how you can be alive and have never heard this man's name. I simply adore this man! How many people can create a product that women will practically kill each other for when they hit the clearance bin? At 66 years of age, he is as vibrant and full of energy as ever. He is so charming and witty, I can only pray that I might be as vivacious when I reach the age of 60.
