tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22608323027503501432024-03-13T14:10:41.042-04:00Through the Looking GlassMusings on Fashion and LifeMiss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.comBlogger128125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-31809886332790748122010-02-10T10:57:00.002-05:002010-02-10T11:03:37.452-05:00Moving OnSo it's been quite sometime since I posted anything to this blog. Rest assured I did not drop off the face of the Earth. No, I simply moved on. I still love fashion, and enjoy writing about it, but I realized perhaps that I wasn't doing anything extraordinary with this fashion blog, and there are far too many out there as it is anyway.But fear not! For those few out there who may have actually Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-15530549331266855902009-06-17T12:26:00.003-04:002009-06-17T13:08:50.633-04:00Going, Going, Back, Back, to Cali, CaliAh, technically not BACK to Cali, since I've never been before, but I'm pretty excited for my upcoming vacation, counting down the days.However, as "official" summertime is upon soon (6/20 or 6/21 I think?) and I'll be in sunny Cali for an entire week, it's time to break out the sunblock, SPF 50 please! It must be said, I am quite pale...if you couldn't tell from my photo, hehe, so going without Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-16920948189682691862009-06-16T13:33:00.006-04:002009-06-16T13:44:16.046-04:00The Beauty of PoloSo, a few weekends ago I dragged two of my very dear friends along with me to see Prince Harry play in the Veuve Clicquot Manhattan Polo Classic. It was marvelous and I loved every celeb-tastic moment of it. Therefore, I will share two photos out of the hundreds I took since I get a little photo happy:Action shot:Beautiful. I'd never actually seen a single polo match until that day and it was Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-88233682891503613572009-06-12T11:34:00.003-04:002009-06-12T11:44:39.753-04:00WTF Moment: Dakota FanningI like Dakota Fanning. I think she's a lovely girl. Inspite of being in the spotlight from a very young age I think she handles herself rather gracefully and with a maturity that has rarely been seen among past reining Teen Queens, ahem, cough*LiLo*cough.I've also been very pleased and every impressed with her fashion choices. Always very classy, and more importantly, AGE APPROPRIATE. So, I have Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-15792010718669398782009-06-11T07:18:00.005-04:002009-06-11T11:28:12.527-04:00Dost thou think, because thou art virtuous, there shall be no more cakes and ale?"The spinsters and the knitters in the sun.""Accost!"Oh, how I do love comedic Shakespeare. Last night was the opening of Twelfth Night at Shakespeare in the Park and it did not disappoint. There was wit, there was laughter...and of course, there were celebs.Anne Hathaway, I must say made a pretty great Viola and has now made me respect her much more as an actress. I have to Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-40005475008140975412009-06-09T21:48:00.005-04:002009-06-10T11:50:19.961-04:00I Heart Rei...‘‘What is important to me is information (in the journalistic sense of relating news),’’ Ms. Kawakubo says. ‘‘Through my collections, other product projects and through my graphic work, or by collaborating with artists and photographers, I like to tell a story. Without news, nothing is alive. The final result of everything must say something. Information deepens the work. ‘‘So, if anything, I am Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-46362124534982783102009-06-09T21:33:00.005-04:002009-06-09T21:43:52.945-04:00Macy's Ups Cool Factor, Designs Clothes Edward Cullen Would WearOk, is it just me...or does this jacket totally look like the gray wool coat that Edward Cullen, aka Rob Pattinson, wore in Twilight? Let's compare shall we? They DO have quite a similar look to them, no? Good for Macy's for bringing back some style into their menswear, even if it does mean taking cues from sparkly vampires (who I admittedly am just a little bit in love with). I doubt any girls Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-90572405645159587692009-05-27T19:45:00.003-04:002009-05-27T19:56:50.442-04:00Sniffle, Cough...I Think I Need Some Retail TherapyHey guys and dolls, hope everyone had a fantastic Memorial holiday weekend. Much barbecuing and picnicking I presume? Lovely.Feeling a bit under the weather today so I'll keep this short and sweet. I do believe that all you Upper East Siders can squeal with glee because the brand spanking new 86th street H&M should finally be opening its doors to all. Oh yes, I can't wait to see the bright, Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-55733084861430977632009-05-21T20:22:00.003-04:002009-05-21T20:24:52.270-04:00Spotted...On Madison Ave., some lucky girl wearing the YSL cage boots. Sigh. Anyone feel like buying them for me? Size 40 European. I'll love you forever.Thanks,BMiss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-56788229569753108072009-05-20T17:27:00.004-04:002009-05-20T17:35:53.363-04:00Cannes-Tastic!Well, surely this is breaking news: Angelina Jolie has finally shown up for an event in something other than a drab, black boring dress. The woman looks AMAZING. I absolutely love this, the thigh-high slit, low-cut and yet the lightness and flowy chiffon fabric don't scream "vamp." The shoes are fab and I think she looks especially Hollywood glam for Brad's Inglorious Basterds premiere in Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-21014847038766255532009-05-19T20:27:00.005-04:002009-05-19T20:50:02.796-04:00OMG You Guys, The Gossip Girls GraduateFinally! I remember, back in the day, because I am of course an old lady now...the joyousness of graduation day. It just couldn't get any better, and Gossip Girl did not disappoint. Part of me had hoped that GG her (or himself?) would at last be revealed. However, it shall not be...for now. If you haven't yet watched, possible spoilers lie ahead...I can't really argue with all of the wardrobe forMiss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-7264227199741691862009-05-14T21:22:00.010-04:002009-05-15T08:55:33.509-04:00Prom: The Left Coast vs. The Right CoastK, I think it's about time we discussed the latest TV fashion happenings. Gossip Girl and 90210. These are two supposedly stylish shows, so what, may I ask, is going on with the prom attire? Is it me, or have prom dresses worsened considerably over the years? Yes, they both had a few bright moments, such as Blair Waldorf's lovely Marchesa gown.However, S failed miserably. Honestly, what was her Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-25784882235255513322009-05-14T06:28:00.008-04:002009-05-14T08:58:33.542-04:00Met, Models and Muses...That's right kids, I'm back! Or rather, my computer is back. It's been a while I know, but now I have a shiny new hard drive to help delve back into New York's fashion centric universe.As you may know, The Costume Institute Gala was held at The Met last Monday (May 5th). Sadly, I didn't seem to make the invite list, sigh. Anyhow, I did make it to the museum to check out the exhibit: The Model as Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-41813529709607678202009-04-14T19:41:00.004-04:002009-04-14T19:54:45.565-04:00Zooey is the Fabric of Our Lives...Sooo, I'm sitting in my apartmtent as usual, most likely getting ready to watch one of my shows, when I see a commercial come on featuring Zooey Deschanel. Not only is she in the commercial, she also apparently does the vocal track for it. And what, of all things, do you think was being advertised? Ohhh that's right, COTTON, it is the fabric of our lives you know. Hmm, I don't know, Zooey...Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-15321681424877054222009-03-11T16:32:00.002-04:002009-03-11T16:35:38.194-04:00Lollipop, Lollipop, Ohh Lolli, Lolli...Ba da da dum.Eek, so how much do you LOVE these lollipops?Created by photographer Massimo Gammacurta. I'd like one of each flavor, please and thank you!-BMiss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-41067498581027661472009-03-06T10:17:00.003-05:002009-03-06T10:24:19.160-05:00Spring Is Where My Heart Is...I know, I know, long time no posting. Apologies and all that, inspiration has been lacking, and that in spite of all of the Fashion Weekness. Just wanted to share these lovely Matt Bernson sandals that have me lusting for pretty Springy things despite the less than cooperative NY weather.Via MattBernson.com, I'm feeling the Estancia (top) and Barracuda (bottom) styles. A little bit gladiator, butMiss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-73672292317895440742009-02-05T12:56:00.003-05:002009-02-05T13:08:56.951-05:00Uninspired...Ah, well kids...clearly I haven't been so great (yet again) at keeping up with my posting. I suppose I've been feeling a little uninspired, in large part due to the cold I think...Ok, so maybe it isn't really that bad out there, but believe me, it's still freezing! Only a high of 23 today. This unfortunate weather is really causing a rut in repeated, uninspired attire consisting of jeans and a Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-37028053192165457012009-01-23T14:39:00.004-05:002009-01-23T14:48:18.953-05:00In An Effort to Be Less Self-Indulgent...Via Grub Street (photo: NY Mag/Jenny Miller), Ray Alvrez of East Village shop Ray's Candy Store (Ave. A nr. 7th St.) needs our help! Go get some delicious Belgian fries or some sugary goodness and keep the man in business people.Now go, be good New Yorkers...or tourists if you aren't from around these parts...and give our economy a boost.Happy Friday!-BMiss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-12430576320001919962009-01-21T14:53:00.003-05:002009-01-21T15:16:24.139-05:00Inauguration Celebration! | Obama Watch BeginsSo I think we can all agree that yesterday was a pretty amazing day. Very cool to be around for such a historical moment. Unfortunately I have to catch up on his speech because EVERY live stream I tried was just not working. Since I only caught fragments, I won't comment on how moving, profound or not, the speech turned out to be.The clothes, however, are fair game and Michelle Obama is certainlyMiss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-41178633732032367602009-01-13T13:10:00.003-05:002009-01-13T13:28:06.508-05:00Oh. Em. Gee.So I'm sure I'm more than a little behind on this, but I got two of the GG books through work and decided I'd start reading them.OMFG! Is it just me, or are these some of the poorest written books EVER? Don't get me wrong, I love GG, the TV show at least. But the books just don't cut it. I realize that these are marketed to a much younger audience than myself, but hey, so is the show. My argumentMiss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-68596871182852268212009-01-09T13:06:00.005-05:002009-01-09T14:00:09.404-05:00I'm Baaaaack...Hey! Yes, I'm officially back to blogging...I hope, haha. Sorry for my long absence, but I needed a little break for the holidays, family time and the like. And just generally, things have been crazy busy. C'est la vie, right?Happily enough, all of my fave peeps (meaning TV characters, hehe) are back as well! Possible Spoiler Alert:S and Lonely Boy are sort of, maybe, back together again. Of Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-1641904158502980272008-12-04T20:39:00.003-05:002008-12-04T20:51:29.759-05:00It's My Party and I'll Buy What I Want To...Ok, so I know I've incredibly absent lately, but what can I say? Life happens. Work and Thanksgiving, etc., everything has been crazy busy. Hehe, but not busy enough to stop me from picking up some hot new Hanky Panky lingerie at their sample sale. Tomorrow is the last day and everything is $10!Boo, what I really need (ahem, or want) is a fab new dress for my birthday which is next Friday!!!! My Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-25232008666535988822008-11-25T13:34:00.003-05:002008-11-25T13:37:59.799-05:00'Tis the Season...For spectacular window displays and holiday gift shopping that is. Black Friday anyone? I'm heading to Ohio today to visit the fam for Thanksgiving, but wanted to leave you with this fun image via Coutorture of the Saks holiday window display unveiling last night. Enjoy!Happy Thanksgiving!-BMiss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-38026059598588634682008-11-21T08:51:00.004-05:002008-11-21T09:12:03.542-05:00Anti-Fur Rages On...So, I really can't say I have a very strong stance on fur. To wear it or not to wear it? Yes, my friends, that is the question. Honestly, I could care less what other people do. Whatever floats your boat I say. So if you love wearing fur (and can afford it) good for you. For me, personally, I've just never loved the look of it, on anything really so I choose not to wear it more for aesthetic Miss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2260832302750350143.post-41993469359601291082008-11-18T09:36:00.002-05:002008-11-18T09:40:35.851-05:00CFDA Congratulations are In Order...For Mr. Alexander Wang that is, who took home the big prize, winning $200,000 to continue the development of his company and brand. That's a pretty hefty chunk of change, so I hope he's celebrating. Congrats to him and all of the other amazing designers that took home awards. Now, if only I could afford the clothes and accessories you all make...-BMiss Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18384374195016240152noreply@blogger.com0