Style -- Republican National Convention

Delegates from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and five U.S. territories will gather in Tampa next week to nominate the GOP's candidates for President and Vice President of the United States. Show off your American conservatism at the 2012 Republican National Convention with some of my favorites listed below.  

Red Maria Flat with Elephant Brooch by Diana E. Kelly

Red Monica Cork Wedge with Elephant Brooch by  Diana E. Kelly

Red and Old Blue Tattersall Headband by High Cotton Ties

Red Cork Clutch with Elephant Brooch by Diana E. Kelly

Republican Needlepoint Belt by Smathers and Branson

Reaganomics Needlepoint Belt by Tucker Blair

Republican Needlepoint Cufflinks by Smathers and Branson

Stars and Stripes Reversible Bow Tie by High Cotton Ties

For more RNC style for both ladies and gentlemen, I recommend Two's A Company. Molly and Sally write a fabulous blog that you will just adore. 

Love At First Shoe: Diana E. Kelly

"I love your shoes!"

I inevitably hear this phrase each time I leave the house in a pair of Diana E. Kelly shoes, which is pretty often. Strangers go out of their way to compliment them. I have had countless elevator conversations with random people about the brand, usually ending with me writing the website on whatever piece of scrap paper they can find at the moment. Each time this happens, a sense of pride comes over me. I am simply thrilled to share the work of my very talented friend.

I still remember sitting on the living room floor in the Kelly family home and looking at the newly delivered samples with Diana. It has been an honor and a privilege to see one of my very dearest friends attain such success.

Vegas for Diana's First Expo - FN Platform
August 2010

Now, let’s get to the good stuff, the shoes.

There is a reason women flock to these shoes. They are simply stunning. The styles can easily be taken from day to night, and transcend generations. Women are known for sacrificing comfort for beauty, especially when it comes to shoes. Designed with the help of a podiatrist, you finally don’t have to pick one or the other. I can comfortably wear my 4 inch Elizabeth Heel all day at work, and well into the evening.

Here are a few of my personal favorites for Summer.

Champagne Elizabeth Heel, Circle Brooch

Coral Monica Wedge, Starfish Brooch

Fuchsia Satin Maria Flat, Pearl Brooch

Platinum Clementine, Coral Seahorse Brooch

For these beautiful styles and many more, please visit http://www.dianaekelly.com/.

TRACY NEGOSHIAN: a staple in my wardrobe

If you haven't already discovered TRACY NEGOSHIAN, you are missing out. Her bold prints, bright colors, and fabulous styles will make you fall in love...not to mention that the line is made from quality WASHABLE materials.Yes, you read that correctly. These gorgeous pieces will not be adding to that dry-cleaning bill of yours.

I met Tracy (otherwise known as TN) in the Fall of 2009 through my dear friend Diana Kelly. Since that day, TN has become my go-to clothing designer.

Diana and I during the Fall 2009 TN photo shoot

I am pretty sure I own this dress in at least 4 color combinations now

Diana and I in TRACY NEGOSHIAN at Florida/Georgia

Whit and I enjoying mimosas in TRACY NEGOSHIAN

With TN and Diana in Vegas at Diana's first show (all of us in TRACY NEGOSHIAN)

Summer 2012 launches online at http://www.tracynegoshian.com/ first thing Friday morning. From what I've seen, this might be the best collection yet..and that is saying a lot.