Angela’s Lab | My Mother’s Day Wish List
Mother's Day may be a holiday dreamed up by retailers and Hallmark, but it is a good reminder of the important role our mothers play in our lives. Plus, it's an opportunity for our families to spoil us for the day. Truly her mother's daughter, my daughter has been planning ahead and informed me that she already decided what she's giving me as a gift, but I'll have to "wait for the surprise" I've been told. To my dearest husband, here are a few items I have on my wish list. ...Read more.
Angela’s Lab | Fashion Trends and Darth Vader
Twice a year the Fashion Group International organization holds a Trend Report event in their regions around the globe that provides a terrific overview of what designers presented during the Fashion Weeks in New York, London, Milan, and Paris. Last night, I had the pleasure of attending the Fall 2014 Trend Report soirée in the Arizona region at the Phoenix Art Museum. Bonus -- in addition to the Trend Report, we were also treated to a special viewing of the Hollywood Costume Exhibit, currently underway at the museum. ...Read more.
Angela’s Lab | Own Your Style
When asked to define my style, the three words that immediately jump to the forefront are ladylike, classic and tailored. I love jackets, sheath dresses, fine knits, and flirty skirts with filmy blouses when dressing up. I tend to prefer solid colors over prints, although I will absolutely rock the right print. I love statement jewelry, from necklaces to cuffs and chandelier earrings. When it comes to jewelry, I embrace the sentiment, "go big or go home." That said, I don't like to be overdone or over the top or over accessorized, and live by Coco Chanel's rule of "Before you leave the house, look in the mirror and ...Read more.









