Yes, I admit it… I (JoJami) tend to be absolutely drawn to anything with a leopard print and you have certainly seen enough photos of me on this site to prove it… But at least I admit it!!
That being said, for the last year, I have really put all my restraint into place and purposefully have NOT purchased anything with any wild animal associated with it.
UNTIL I saw a photo of a women in a really cute outfit that was just so simple:
1) Red cropped flatfront pants (J.Crew)
2) White blouse with a little blue collar
3)electric blue platform peep toe pumps
4) an oversized leopard bag
My new favorite handbag!
That bag just pulled the entire outfit together! Plus, I justified in my head, that I have never owned a leopard bag and have always wanted one.
So a few weeks ago I happened to be looking around a local boutique (Peter Kate Shoes) and spotted it. The perfect leopard bag. It was lightweight, had pockets on the inside to stay organized and best of all the print was subtle with both black and brown in it. Talk about versatile..
So, I broke down and purchased my new favorite thing…
This new M.Z. Wallace handbag. (Nordstroms)
As long as I keep my outfits simple, this bag gets me raves every time I swing it up to the counter ! (and I am still looking for those red pants~)
It is actually a very subtle print…just enough but not too much and it even has a bit of red on the sides of the black leather trim!
There is nothing like a wonderful new accessory in your closet to feel like a new person!
(P.S. Don’t forget, what ever you see on this site that inspires you.. you can find at almost any price, if you do a little looking)
Do you own an animal print accessory? Please comment below!!
This soft stretch dress was comfortable and perfect for shopping and touring!
Are you planning a trip to NYC and don’t know what to wear?
If you are not from a big city and you are worried about traveling back east have no fear…there is an “anything goes” vibe in the air when it comes to dressing.
That being said …if you are a fashionista, it is certainly exciting to do a little research and see what you might want to bring to wear for your upcoming visit.
I (JoJami) was just in the big apple last week and will be doing a series of posts to share with you some of my wonderful adventures!
First item to discuss: What to wear for a day of shopping and tea!
- This snake skin print dress is from Etcetera and is made of jersey knit.
- I could throw it on and off in a dressing room and yet feel good to go out to tea in in.
- If you plan on doing a lot of walking you could always wear a pair of black flat boots and opaque hose instead.
- Most people wear black here…so you can pack all black, throw in a scarf and feel right at home!
- A black cape or heavy sweater (in black or a fun color) would be perfect to top it off!
- If you are coming in the next few weeks make sure to bring gloves and a scarf!
First stop was tea at the Inn at Irving Place . I highly recommend it, the setting was small and intimate and the tea was outstanding! Make sure to book it early it is very hard to get a reservation!
This was a cozy setting and the food scrumptious!
If you have your favorite travel outfit, make sure to send us your photo and we will share it with everyone or just comment below!
Interior Designer, Rose Giroso and JoJami at the Wine/Design Film/Fashion Premier
Last night, Interior designer Rose Giroso and I hosted the second annual Wine/Design Film/Fashion opening night party for the Newark Film Festival in Newark, Delaware.
We were very excited because this year we were showing the new documentary, Dressed a film about the aspiring young fashion designer, Nary Manivong who was homeless as a child and overcame the impossible to show his designs at NYC fashion week!
The film just happens to have been written and produced by local film makers, the super charming duo, David Swajeski and Maryanne Grisz who showed up with Nary to our pre-party!
Rose, fashion desinger, Nary Manivong, with film makers, David Swajeski and Maryanne Grisz
It was amazing when the three of them walked into the room, you could feel the NYC style ooze out of them!
What does NYC style look like?
- Nary had on the dark wash jeans button, down skirt and skinny tie and perfectly fitted black jacket.
- The Director, David was all navy and black and the key piece… a black jacket.
- Maryanne, wore an artistic, bright green printed dress, black leggings with, of course the key piece… a short black, fitted jacket. (too bad you could not see her rockin shoes in the photo…they were black, strappy and wonderfully, wild!
Rose and I bought our dresses from the fun and fabulous dress shop, NV Boutique and I had ran out and bought metallic, platform pumps, just hours before the event at one of my favorite shoe stores in Kennett Square,PA, Ashley Austin.
Part II of the party was to all walk over to the theater and see the film. This documentary has such a heartfelt and inspirational story of succeeding when all the chips are against you, with sheer will and persistence and passion. It is a wonderful film with lots of backstage footage of what it takes to get to fashion week.
Nary and the entire team of Dressed, were so sweet and sincere and highly recommend you see this movie if it comes your way!
If you live in the Philadelphia/New Jersey or Delaware area, JoJami would love to meet you!
Please join her for the e-Women’s Pennsylvania Chapter’s 10th Anniversary Event and all are welcome!
When: Thursday, September 16
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Join, JoJami at this upcoming eWomen event and fashion show!
Where:Plymouth Country Club, Plymouth Meeting, PA
Time: 4:00pm-7:00pm
Happy 10th Anniversary eWomenNetwork! Come learn how to Tweak Your Chic™ with Image Expert JoJami Tyler and enjoy our Fall fashion show!
You will walk away with:
- 5 Common fashion mistakes that can counter your credibility
- Tips on how to make your headshot match your brand
- 7 Must have items that will have you looking chic, updated and fabulous for Fall
When: Thursday, September 16 from 4:00pm-7:00pm
Where:Plymouth Country Club, Plymouth Meeting, PA
How much: $55.00 non members or $45.00 for eWomen Members
Click here to sign up!
Last week, I (JoJami) was off to St. Michaels, Maryland with a girlfriend to do a little shopping.
While we were there, we decided to pop over to The Inn at Perry Cabin and check out their new Spa facilities, called the Linden Spa.
While it was obvious that they were still getting the pool all spuced up for summer, their “Botanicl Art of Wellness” center was crisp, clean and ready for business!
It was so pretty and smelled oh, so good, that we were tempted to ditch our shopping trip and book an appointment on the spot!
Head to toe Talbots and looking polished and professional!
While checking out the facility, I spotted a woman looking so proffesional and polished that I had to stop her and ask her about her outfit. It turns out she is the Inn’s, Event Planner.
“You won’t believe it, but I’m head to toe, Talbots!” Even my purse and shoes are from there!”
I was certainly impressed that her look was so stylish and effortless from all one store! Moreover, the Inn should be happy to have such a well dressed, Event planner, that looks the part and would make anyone at ease with her polished appearance!
Talbots has been trying to update their image and reach out to a younger crowd and from the looks of things, they are doing a great job of it!
Wine/Design Film/Fashion Event, this Thursday!
I (JoJami) am excited to announce a private event that you are invited to:
If you live in the Delaware/Tri-State area, please join me for the First Annual Wine/Design and Fashion/Film VIP Party to ring in the opening night of the Newark Film Festival! Here is the schedule of events:
5:30pm-7pm
Wine reception at the Stone Balloon Wine House
115 East Main Street, Newark DE
7:15pm
Opening presentation at Newark Cinema Center 3 (a short walk from the Wine House)
401 Newark Shopping Center, Newark DE
7:30pm
Feature Film:
Valentino: The Last Emperor (a documentary about the legendary fashion designer)
This networking event is a great opportunity to meet other fashionistas and arts supporters in the area. For only $20, you get a night of networking, wine tasting, h’ors d’oeuvres and tickets to Valentino, at the opening night of the Newark Film Festival.
