Have a GLAMOUROUS Monday

Paris :: Anytime

I know that the phrase is 'Paris in the Springtime'; and yes, that is truly a magical time there. But I would take Paris anytime.

Richard took me to Paris two years ago for a 'big birthday'. It was incredible, romantic and so memorable. I was flipping through the pictures today and thought it would be nice to take a journey back to France......... come along with me for a quick visit.

Arc de Triomphe :: Paris, France

Flower shop St Germain area

The architectural elements in Paris take your breath away.

Morning Espresso stop

The Eiffel Tower is iconic with Paris. When we traveled up to the observation deck I discovered that I had vertigo. I was surprised that I was frightened to walk out on the deck, but I did it and the view was incredible. Later in the evening Richard took me to a cafe to sit and watch the light show on the Eiffel Tower. I LOVED, loved, loved being in Paris. And I love that it was Richard who took me to Paris......because my Honey is very romantic. Sigh !

I'll never forget when Richard and I strolled along the Paris streets at night.

I took many pictures (about 100 per day) while we traveled through France; and so the  many of the images are of the beautiful churches that we visited. The church above is on Ile de la Cite. A poster size print is framed and hanging in our living room; each time I look at I recall being in this incredible room that was literally a dome of stained glass. It's a warm and wonderful memory.

Richard took me to the Louvre for my birthday. 
It was a wonderful day together that I'll never forget.

Paris ..... Anytime. Take me there.

** All pictures are my own except the first image of sparkle Eiffel Tower.

Red Carpet Glamour

One of the highlights of the Academy Awards show is the red carpet fashion parade that takes place prior to anyone stepping into the Kodak Theatre to wrap their hands around an Oscar trophy.

News this week has been a constant analogy of who had the best Oscar worthy ensemble and who missed the mark last Sunday night. The Hollywood expectations of those who walk the red carpet are intense. Albeit that we all had our favourites; let's face it, those who strut the red carpet at the awards show are elegant live mannequins of ultimate GLAMOUR.

What would you wear if you were walking the red carpet? Taffeta, long and silky, chiffon, bare and daring, subtle colour or vivaciously vivid; no matter what the choice....... always be your GLAMOUROUS self.

Here are a few of my favourite red carpet looks ::

Grace Kelly at the Oscars in 1954



THIS would be my choice. I get giddy just looking at this dress.



House of Dior

Love the full skirt netting



Grace Kelly wears an Edith Head design.





Helen Mirren - always elegant



Julia Roberts in Valentino

Be your GLAMOUROUS self, the red carpet awaits you every day.

**pictures above are not my own