Saving Face: Scala Collezione

The Stephanie is a cute sunhat from Scala Collezione and is just right for a day spent outdoors. The hat is made of ribbon and trimmed with ric-rac, but the best part is that the hat has a sun-protection value of UPF 50+. LiptonPublicity sent me The Stephanie in white to review. I wore it out for a trip with friends, and the hat was deemed "Audrey-ish", which is high praise for a hat. I like that the hat is crushable allowing me to roll it up and stash it in my bag after the sun goes down.

What do you think of The Stephanie?

Summer Wish List

Due to the 90 degree weather, I am staying in doors and am, consequently, spending my time drooling over my virtual shopping finds. Sparkling blues and soft neutrals leave me itching to pull out my credit card; however, spending actual cash will have to wait for another day...

Bobbi Brown's Denim & Rose Collection Sparkle Eye Shadow in Denim

Thanks to its creamy base, this Sparkle Eye Shadow will make my eyes sparkle without ending up on my cheeks.

Lippmann Collection Nail Color in Across the Universe

It's so shiny! Available exclusively at Nordstrom, this nail polish reminds me of the Caribbean Sea while, also, feeding my sparkle addiction.

JustFabulous Harper

This pair of lady-like pink shoes caught my eye with it's sexy stacked heel and retro t-strap. If you are not a member of JustFabulous, you can join here.

All Saints Amka Trench Dress

I love this dress. So femme fatale.

J. Crew Panama Hat

Panama hats are popping up everywhere and ooze warm weather sophistication.

What are you wishing to buy this summer?

Violetteville Vintage

I'm always on the lookout for online vintage stores, and Violetville Vintage is worth checking out for the wide selection of vintage clothes and accessories. Violetville, also, offers stylist services, which I am tempted to try out. Below are some fabulous hats from their website. These are perfect for adding that movie star look to your ensemble.

Glamorous Black Velvet 40s Flat Pancake Silhouette Hat

Fantasy 40s Sculpted Cocoa Velvet Exaggerated Beret Hat

DIY Gift Idea: Beret

This Christmas I am making a lot of the presents I am giving to friends and family. The classic beret is perfect for your fashionable friend and your cousin who wants to go to France. This beret only requires a little bit of sewing experience and is totally worth it once you place it jauntily on your head. You may want to play around with the dimensions, and making a cardboard pattern makes cutting out the pieces a lot easier. Enjoy!

Step #1

From main fabric, cut out:

23.5" x 3" strip (headband)

4" x 3.5" rectangle (nub)

11.5" diameter circle (top of hat)

11.5" diameter circle with 6.21" diameter cutout (side of hat)

From contrasting fabric, cut out:

11.5" diameter circle (lining)

Step #2

Fold rectangle for nub in half. Then roll fabric into a tight cylinder. Stitch side shut. Cut tiny hole in the top hat piece and place nub a quarter of the way down. On the wrong side of fabric, sew the nub to the top of the hat. Then pin and sew lining with the wrong sides together.

Step #3

Pin the side piece to the top piece then sew right sides together.

Step #4

Fold headband strip in half length-wise and pin to the side of the hat. Sew with right sides together.
Step #5

Ta-dah! You are done!

For more beret ideas, check out Saturday Night Hat by Eugenia Kim, eco crafts, Martha Stewart and VintageSewing.Info

Proper Toppers - The Fedora

My love affair with hats began at a young age. Big straw hats with lace or ribbons and snug little knit caps were a staple of my pre-teen wardrobe, but it wasn't until college when, I discovered the fedora, that my love turned to obsession. From The Roaring Twenties to Indian Jones, the fedora's versatility should be a staple in everyone's wardrobe.

Indiana Jones Officially Licensed Crushable Wool Felt Fedora Hat

Cha Cha's House of Ill Repute "Hemlock"

Eugenia Kim "Alexis Fedora"

White House Black Market Wide Brim Fedora

Barmah Crushable Wool Felt Trilby Fedora Hat