Fancy Stockings

There is nothing sexier than a woman in tights.

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The classic sheer black hose is in (has it ever been out?), and its has been updated to include new textures, patterns, colours:

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I bought myself this pair of gorgeous criss cross ribbon stockings for my birthday:

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Unfortunately, they ripped after I took a tumble down an icy set of stairs. Fortunately, the ribbon pattern kept them from running all the way down the leg, and I can still wear them with a longer skirt.

This is the other pair I was considering buying for myself:

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This is a really neat ribbon pattern:

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You don't have to stick with black, you can play with different colours of the sheer and solid patterned style.

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And of course, vertical stripes will make you legs look like they are a million miles long:

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If you are the right shade of tan, you can wear nude colored, patterned hose:

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With my (proudly) pale legs, I could never pull off tan stockings, but if you can, they can look really sexy.

The Monokini

This cold, dreary winter has gone on too long. I am already fantasizing about summer. Lying sunbathing on the beach. What am I wearing? This black corset style front monokini from Radio Fiji:

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It is a totally flattering, super sexy cut, that shows just the right amount of skin.

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Cute details like ruffles and chains add shape and interest, but even by itself, it looks amazing:

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Different patterns, shapes, colors, etc, make this THE bathing suit to have to turn heads and drop jaws.

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So cute!

Studded Heels

Lady Gaga started the trend of insane foot wear, wearing these 10' studded Alexander McQueen booties. So crazy that even some of his models refused to wear them on the runway, fearing for their ankles. Practicality aside, they look awesome. In particular, I really like the studded heel look, where only the back of the shoe and heel are covered in studs, jewels, spikes, etc. Here are a couple (more wearable) versions:

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These are my favourite by Sam Edelman, they come in variety of colours and fabrics. I can't decide which one I love the most:

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For an haute couture Goth inspired look, these Ruth Davies 5' Swarovsky studded platforms are a work of art (or a deadly weapon):

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But all-over studding is also really stylish. These Louboutins are perfect for an evening out:

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Jumpsuits

I'm looking forward to spring, especially the warm weather. And jumpsuits (or rompers) are totally going to be in, again. They have been in and out of style so often, but now they're all over the runways and on celebrities like Lady Gaga (above). Long, short, loose or formfitting, they come in many styles that can look good on anyone.

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I love this couture Bebe jumpsuit. And the more understated version:

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Jean jumpsuits are very sexy, and great for spring.

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Capris, another spring trend:

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Shorts and long sleeves and a belted waist: a stylish, versatile look.

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Turtleneck sweaters.

Another staple in a cold winter. For example this lovely grey rib knit cashmere Vince sweater:

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Its stylish, warm and sexy. I have a wool knit light purple one, scratchy but warm.

Here's another by Hayden, I love the color:

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And have I mentioned how fantastic cashmere is? Its the softest material, very warm at its thinnest and extremely warm thick.

Now this post is about turtlenecks, but I have found recently that the definition of turtleneck is very loose right now. From the tight, folded over neck featured in the 2 photos above, to the floppy, loose, zippered, short, anything that goes above the neck comes up in searches.
Here is another Hayden chunky knit cashmere sweater:

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Not exactly a turtleneck, but still pretty, and still functional.

My boyfriend wanted a turtleneck for christmas. He actually wanted one last year, but I couldn't find a single one (perhaps because I was shopping while on vacation in Florida... hmmm...). I had similar difficulties finding one here in Ottawa too (and this city is cold, we need it!!!) I went to all the mens stores in 3 malls: nothing. What made it even more difficult was that I needed a slimfit AND tall size. The only thing that came close was a mock neck, which seems to be very popular this year. Like the one below:

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Looks nothing like a turtleneck, right? And its not just plain mock necks, every one i came across was zippered. Very sporty, but too casual. Not what I was looking for.

I found some really nice designer ones online, like this Prada wool turtleneck:

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I love it, but green is not his color. Also it's wool, not as nice as cashmere:

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This one is very sexy, classic and so very nice to snuggle up against.

Russian Hats

Ever since I saw Angelina Jolie in SALT, I have been in love with big Russian hats.

She just looks really glamorous and more importantly, warm. Its the thick, flat band of fur around the head, with a flat top, that looks really nice. Almost like a headband with a top. On that note, headbands work too (but they just don't seem as warm):

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These are not to be confused with trooper hats, or aviator hats, which some people associate with "Russian hat", but thats not what I'm talking about. Although done right, with the ears folded up, big furry trooper hats can look just as good:

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Personally, I'm a fur lover. Nothing quite feels as lovely as a rabbit fur stole (I'm an animal lover, don't worry. Ethics discussions are for another blog) 

But for all you fur haters out there, you can find the fake versions as well (in fact Angelina Jolie is wearing Synchilla in the top picture).

This faux fur hat can be found at:

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But much like a Prada handbag, the real thing is better in quality, look and feel.

Surprisingly, when I asked my aunt in Russia to find me a fur hat for christmas, she said that they don't have them there (in Moscow). Instead they have furry berets. Weird, but it could be the next big thing. See a year from now.