Rock the Runaways' Style

Long before Joan Jett's infectious "I love Rock and Roll" was heard pumping out of jukeboxes and boom boxes galore, Jett was part of a little band called The Runaways. Starting in just their teens, and touring with famous musicians like Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Cheap Trick and The Ramones, The Runaways' iconic style helped put them on the map.

Embodying eccentric 70's fashion at it's finest, The Runaways really pushed the envelope. They turned sexy negligee into fashionable daywear, made psychedelic sky-high platforms and leather separates look subtle and safe, and exchanged flower power for bad ass rock-n-roll edge.

The Runaways- 1977

Lucky for all fashionistas living on the fashion forward edge, The Runaways is now a movie, which just made it's big premiere at Sundance. Actress Kristen Stewart, who has notable steal-worthy style, plays Joan Jett, and mini-fashionista in training, Dakota Fanning, co-stars in the film. I cannot wait to endure 105 minutes of fresh iconic style. I just know Kristen will hold it down and keep it street!

It's 1975 and they're about to explode...

With the Rock Redux trend already in full swing, it's not hard to rock this look with pieces you probably already have in your closet. Leggings, uber-high platforms, glitter tops, aviator shades, leather jackets, studded accessories, high waisted denim and blood red lips = the prescription for hard core.

The Runaways Rock Revival by ashheartsfash featuring Coclico shoes

Items in this set:
Sequined off-the-shoulder top, $815
David Bowie Eye Scoop Neck T, $100
Suede and rib-knit biker jacket, $1,250
Diane von furstenberg trousers, 220 GBP
Freda trousers, 120 GBP

xox,

My Best Friend's Wedding

My Best Friend's Wedding by ashheartsfash featuring Alejandro Ingelmo shoes

Items in this set:
Tiered silk-gazar dress, $4,960
Patent Platform Pumps, $450
Celestina Marcel Soriano shell clutch, $875
18-karat gold goose feather necklace, $2,205
14-karat gold-plated cuff, $455

My best friend is getting married next month and since I'm the Maid of Honor, my dress for her big day was already picked out by the lovely bride. But with several weddings to attend this Spring, I have been thinking a lot about wedding fashion. There has always been controversy over whether wearing white to weddings is a Do or a Don't. I think it's a definite DO, provided it's done right. Skip the veil, the train, the pearls and a bouquet, and you probably won't steal the Bride's thunder.

I'd opt for a short dress, much like this adorable little tiered frock above, but be sure to keep your stems sexy with a bronzer stick (less messy and less obvious than most self tanners).

Go easy on the makeup; think FRESH for spring. My favorite go-to beauty weapon in my toolbox is The Multiple in South Beach by NARS, which works wonders with all skin complexions. Use it as eye shadow, blush, and lipstick (just add a clear lipgloss for finish). Go heavy on the lashes. My all time favorite mascara is Definicils by Lancome. It adds super duper length and depth, without the clumpy tarantula-like finish.

Keep the nail lacquer light. I'm loving Chanel's Particuliere, a beautiful gray toned polish that debuted in their Spring 2010 Runway Show.

Strut your stuff in a bold heel. There is no need to match your dress with your shoes... leave that for the bridesmaids. Patent still prevails, and gray is looking great for Spring.

Top off your look with a stand out clutch, something funky, and accessorize with over-sized chunky jewelry to keep things fun, not formal.

Last but not least, spritz yourself with a nice light scent, and don't forget to drown yourself in champagne at the open bar.

Kisses,

Pleading for Patent

What would the world be without PATENT LEATHER? A hollow, meaningless, sad and lonely place. A place I couldn't even fathom. A place without these pretty little things that make my day.

I could chase the lightning from the sky in these buzzing yellow pumps. Scratch that-- I could do anything in these Little Miss Sunshine's.

“A woman carries her clothes, but it’s a shoe which carries a woman” - Christian Louboutin

Christian Louboutin Rolando 120 Patent Leather Pumps

Oh, Yves Saint Laurent... You're So Lovely. You make me smile. You make me salivate. You make me scream. You make perfection in patent. I thank you from the very bottom of my materialistic heart. Screw the dark chocolate this Valentines Day... I am craving this dark brown clutch.

YSL Exclusive Y Patent Clutch

R.I.P. Alexander McQueen... you will truly will be missed. Your legend lives on through your fabulous art... Fashion forward pieces to treasure and love. A personal favorite; your Heart Peep Toe Pumps.

Skip wearing your heart on your sleeve this Sunday... wear it on a more valuable possession; your beloved shoes.

Alexander McQueen Heart Peep-Toe Pumps

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Alexander McQueen

March 16, 1969 – February 11, 2010

“The pink sheep of the family” - Alexander McQueen