April 2021

Everyone gets flustered about what to wear at some point, no matter the outfits in your wardrobe.Picking out what to wear each day while still looking chic and in fashion can be more than a hassle. But that’s okay.It happens to the best of us. It helps to mix up your closet with fresh outfits that can really shake things up and get you all pumped for the new week.And why not? It’s spring. And in spring, a little magic is all we ask for. What better magic than an outfit that you can really get comfortable with while showing off your best looks? The Tamara Sweatshirt is simply that. It’s a must-have in your no-doubt cute closet. Ithas all the essentials of what makes a really great Spring outfit. And the best part is,you can really personalize it to match your taste and personal preference, infusing a little bit of uniqueness to it.Perfect isn’t it? My absolute favorite thing about this lightweight, body wrap sweatshirt is the soft and tender candy pink color that matcheseffortlessly with the feel of the fabric.This plush tone gives your skin that vibrant pop during cool days and fairly sizzling afternoons. The Tamara sweatshirt can be worn with a skirt that matches the same light, candy pink color.Just like the sweatshirt, it’s a soft terry cloth fabric, which means your skin will thank you for it.Best of all, you can finally show off those stunning legs and give it a long-overdue debut with the mid-thigh skirt. It works especially well for days when you’re out on a beach or having an outing with the girls.You can rock the matching outfit with dressy flats or casual heeled sandals. Either one works great. And that hoodie….Let’s talk about the hoodie that comes with the sweatshirt as well (nope, I hadn’t forgotten).It’s a major plus because you can go crazy with creatively pairing this item with bottoms. You can never really go wrong with jeans. And almost never with Jean-cut shorts.This pair gives you that edgy and street casual look that you can flaunt effortlessly.This can easily work with sandals as well, but if you’re going all out, then subtle boots would really make a statement. Thinking about what would work with the Tamara sweatshirt is so exciting because there are so many possibilities.The item can go with full-length jeans, milky palette ruffled shirts and even pseudo wrap skirts. And that’s not even all there is.  Forgive me for raving about the fabric again. But that’s only because it’s so  important.Spring can get a little hot on some days, so this item soaks up all that sweat and allows the air to flow,so you can enjoy that fresh feeling even on hot days.  If you’re looking to try a variety, then this is an absolute must-have for your spring wardrobe.If you love to mix and match, then grab the Tamara skirt as well and make that debut we’ve all been dying to see.  

In what is being billed as an unprecedented move in the history of the event,The 2021 Met Gala is poised to return in a monumental waywith the announcement recently of two exhibits interlinked witha unifying theme that is aimed to make up for the cancellations last yeardue to the global pandemic. The Metropolitan Museum of Art officially announced that this year’s Met Gala with Voguewill return on September 13th in a two-part exhibition focused onAmerican fashion – the first part debuting in 2021and the next edition already scheduled for 2022.Although eager fashion enthusiasts and patrons will have to wait a bit longerto revel in one of the biggest events in the industry,the fête is being described as a more intimate affair than previous years. of Art and Vogue’s annual fashion eventwas indefinitely postponed – and subsequently canceled – in 2020due to COVID-19 concerns,the recent press release reaffirms the organization’s commitmentto raising money and taking the event back to the forefront of the industry as it should be. The American Way: Deconstructed & Re-Designed The museum’s upcoming exhibition is primed to include a curated series of events that celebrate America and its influence on fashion. Part one, entitled ‘In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion’, debuts on September 18th, 2021 and runs through September 5th 2022 in celebration of their 75th anniversary. The exhibit will explore American fashion from sportswear to contemporary designers, dating back to the 17th century. Additionally, the spotlight will be on the social change that has transformed the country from its earliest days to present times. Part two of the exhibit, entitled ‘In America: An Anthology of Fashion’, is set to premiere May 5th 2022 and will explore the evolution of American fashion through narratives that dissect the complex and multi-layered history of those spaces.The exhibit will feature clothing history in America from as early as 1670 through to 1915. Attendees can expect to see period rooms by Charles James,previous Met Gala honoree. Also on tap is a review of the Battle of Versailles,the legendary clash between two notable French and American designers of the era. How the Two Exhibits Are Interlinked The two exhibits will mark a dramatic return to the world stagein The Costume Institute’s Anna Wintour Costume Center andwill display American sportswear pioneers next tothe creations of contemporary designers in a way thatillustrates the complicated and diverse feelings which have yieldedsome of the most important and iconic works in fashion history. Attendees can expect to learn about historical menswear and womensweardating back from the earliest days of the Union and the emphasison practicality in the early years to sentiment across generations. In essence, part one is being billed as more intimate and will establish American fashion lexicon as a way to express the deeper associations with issues surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion – pivotal components of the country’s history.Part two delves further by investigating the evolution of American languageand its effects on the fashion industry through a series of collaborationsby noted American film directors, including two centerpieces: a miniAmerican home featuring transparent walls, and a projection by Melina Matsoukas.The Reckoning and Reasons for Two Exhibits Organizers of The Met Gala in 2021 consciously made the decision togo bolder than ever before as a way to kickstart revenue for the Costume Instituteand to resurrect fundraising efforts that were curtailed by the global pandemic.Without question, the entire fashion community has been affectedduring this time and with vaccinations now ramped up worldwide,the sentiment among many is that now is a time for grand celebration in such a waythat rejuvenates the industry and places it back to its former glory. The Hosts According to most confirmed reports, creative director Tom Ford andinaugural poet Amanda Gorman are set to host the events –an official announcement is expected in late April. The Attendees No one expects Anna Wintour to go for anything less thana spectacular guest list for the upcoming event and although it is now unconfirmedwho will make the final roster of attendees, the fact that the affair will be more intimate than previous years dictates a number less than the usual of 500 patrons.There are guaranteed to be a few surprises,with Mark Zuckerberg rumored to be in attendance asone of the show’s main sponsors. Who Will Wear It Best? With an emphasis on American designers for this year’s Met Gala,expect Wintour and patrons in attendance to select from stateside designers,including more Black designers – in particular Christopher John Rogers,Willi Smith, and Telfar Clemens.But with Europeans fashion houses also named as major supporters,expect to see them in the mix over the course of the event. Will the Pandemic Have an Effect? Because of the cancellations last year and the implications of another possible onethis year, the Costume Institute has learned from their previous mistakes and have cautioned the upcoming September 13th dateas tentative pending government guidelines. A great indicator of itwill go on as planned is if the IRL fashion shows at the CFDA a week beforehand proceed. Where to Watch the Event Details are still tentative, but in previous years,The Met Gala has been broadcast on E! Network, with live streams on Huluand Vogue’s social media channels.