My Inner Fashionlogue

Hi Everybody,

I could shout from the rooftop – “SO EXCITED FOR THIS 2 DAY WORK WEEK!!!!!”
Yes, I am so ecstatic I could climb up 7 months preggers and all and shout this from our very snowy Minneapolis rooftop

But what I really wanted to tell you is about my fun new guest post on Live The Fancy Life. I feature lots of ADORABLE hats to create that picture perfect moment for your littles. Check it out, here.

Enjoy!
Lisa

The perfect fall outfit for those of you in the warmer states.

{via cupcakes and cashmere}

{via studdedhearts}

xx Lisa

I am having fun contributing on Live the Fancy Life blog. Check out my guest post on www.livethefancylife.com on my top picks for gifts for new moms.
Enjoy!!

xx Lisa

via luckymag.com

In the mood for a little (or a lot) of shopping this weekend? Check out Lucky Mag’s Twin Cities shopping guide.  I was so excited to see the Twin Cities featured and even more excited to see one of my favorite local stores, Parc Boutique, on the list!

Have a great weekend everybody!
~L

I didn’t really know exactly how I felt about slip-on flats. I always felt they were just not me. This style, however, is making me change my mind. This is laid-back casual cool done right.

shopbop

~L

The Minneapolis forecast is gloomy today, but I am not letting that ruin my day. Not even being the victim of a drive-by splashing (I’m talking drenched!) while dropping my son off at daycare this morning has changed my outlook! Ok, maybe a little embarrassing to have this happen during morning rush hour traffic .

Until these April showers bring May flowers, here’s a little fashion inspiration featuring Hunter boots. I know Hunter boots are not new on the fashion scene, but to me they will always qualify as chic rain gear. I could have used a pair this morning!

Glamour mag via Hunter

glamour mag via hunter

via zimbio

via fabsugar

via zimbio

~L

I’ve missed you all! I’ve missed the fashionlogue! My last post was 12/31/2010. No time for excuses. Let’s just “press” rewind and make up for the lost time! Let’s get reacquainted. Shall we?

FASHION.
THE UNIFORM.

JEANS.
BDG Grazer Cigarette Jeans
My go-to “mom” jeans over the last few months. With a flattering super stretchy fit, these super skinny jeans have become part of my everyday, no-fuss uniform.

BOOTS.
Steve Madden Candence Boots in Black
Flat. Easy to Wear. Heels took a brief vacation while I was getting used to toting baby.

Jeffrey Campbell Loggins lace-up booties

PURSE
Foley + Corinna Mid City Foldover Tote
Cross-body is definitely the best way to go with baby in tow!

THE CARRY-ALL: DIAPER BAG/LAPTOP BAG/TRAVEL BAG
Marc by Marc Jacobs Classic Q Shopgirl Leather Tote
 That’s about it. Kept it pretty simple during this extended “transition” phase.

CURRENT INSPIRATION.
Shopbop’s Ultimate Closet

via shopbop.com

“LIFE AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN”……..

Learned from a very early age we got a “Can’t-Stand-Ya” on our hands (Seinfeld reference!)
 See the resemblance?!??!?!

MONTH 4 POST-BABY.
LIFESTYLE SESSION.
with the talented, fashionable, creative,  oh-so-cool photog, Melissa Oholendt

Courtesy of Melissa Oholendt Photography, Miles- 4mo

MONTH 6-7 POST-BABY.
*Lisa finally fits into her favorite JBrand Lovestory Jeans!!!!!*

Ummmmm……Oh Yeah…And Miles is
* CRAWLING

* has his TWO BOTTOM TEETH

* Loves his Converse (he already has great taste!)

Photo Courtesy of Karen Leslie Photography, Downtown Sanford, Miles 7mo

Photo Courtesy of Karen Leslie Photography, Downtown Sanford, Miles 7mo

* Has turned  into a total daddy’s boy

* AND just started his first day in daycare this week.
Baby is all grown-up! He told me yesterday that he is a big boy doing big boy things and not sure if we can hang out anymore.

That is the last few months in a nutshell.
I am looking forward to a fashionable return.
Going to start doing things a little differently here at the fashionlogue.
While the main focus will still be fashion, we will also include beauty, and design inspiration.

Look forward to a lot of short posts, which will include fashion and beauty reports, item of the week, the feature- a very fashionable baby (you know I had to fit baby somewhere in the picture), industry personal favorites, design inspiration, street inspiration, and local features especially focusing on our new neighborhood- Uptown Minneapolis!

~L

2010 has been an epic year for me! Welcoming baby Miles and adjusting to motherhood definitely tops the list. I don’t know what 2011 has in store for me yet, but I do know I will make the best of everything that comes my way!

My hope is to stay true to myself by continuing to dream and do the things I love (pre-baby) while also trying to be the best mother I can be to Miles. I will tell him to never stop dreaming and teach him that in this world anything is possible with hard work - a lesson I often have to remind myself of…..

Here’s to all of us dreaming big in 2011 and to all of our dreams coming true!

Thank you for reading My Inner Fashionlogue and following my journey!

~L

Looking for a gift Mother Nature approves? If so, Intelligent Nutrients is your answer and lucky for you, it is local. I recently discovered the Intelligent Nutrients health and beauty line when my long time ROCK STAR stylist and friend, Jeanne McCoy, accepted a new position as the Director of Salon, Educator, and Master Stylist at the Horst and Friends Salon which is housed in the Intelligent Nutrients Headquarters- located in Northeast Minneapolis.

I was drawn in by the certified organic stamp, but I was truly sold when after a few at home shampoos with my grocery store bought shampoo, I could still smell the Intelligent Nutrients destress oil and harmonic shampoo used during my haircut. Knowing that all ingredients are food grade, natural, and sustainable just makes you feel responsible about what you’re putting on your body.

The company’s vision is inspiring. I took this directly from the Intelligent Nutrients Website:

“Intelligent Nutrients practices true, scientific technology to create products that are truly sustainable, effective and a pleasure to use. What is the chemistry, energy, toxicity, nutritional value, medical integration—these considerations go into every product we make.

As consumers, we must cultivate and support a certified organic lifestyle and seek better alternatives.”A few weeks ago, I was lucky to be asked to be a “hair model” (the term model is being used VERY LOOSELY here!, but I felt so FAB for those few hours- total fabulosity!) to sample a new Intelligent Nutrients Shampoo Line not yet available in stores. I went home with full size goodies to sample. Here are a few of my favorites:

Destress Express Certified Organic Pure Essence Elixir, $40. I use this on skin, hair, and scalp. The scent is both refreshing and relaxing at the same time.

If after all this, you are still not convinced, then maybe you will take Gwyneth Paltrow’s word for it. She is fan and user of the Intelligent Nutrients line. It was featured on her blog, GOOP, here. I’m guessing right about now you feel like buying a few good-for-you gifts for yourself.

Get to know the line at the open house this evening where gift sets are available. Details below.

Intelligent Nutrients Headquarters, Organic Retail Store, Education Center and Horst & Friends Salon
983 East Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55414

~L

Chanel Trendy Nail Trio, $69, chanel.com

These Tom Ford Sunglasses are universally flattering. Via Nordstrom.com

Alexander Wang Diego Bucket Bag

T by Alexander Wang Shadow Stripe Classic Tank, revolveclothing.com

Elsa Peretti diamonds by the yard bracelet, Tiffany.com

Hobo International Effe Vintage Clutch, hobobags.com

Physique 57 Workout DVDs- I am a fan of this awesome body toning workout series.

~L