Fashionably Correct: Genelle Brooks Contributes to Sheen Magazine

Check out my latest Q & A column, Fashionably Correct in sheen magazine on newsstands now.

Target and Neiman Marcus Collaboration

Target teamed up with Neiman Marcus for a Holiday collection. Designers including Marc Jacobs, Jason Wu, Tracy Reese and more created over 50 pieces of home goods, apparel and accessories. The items will be available at Target, Neiman Marcus, and Online on December 1^st.  

Top: Tracy Reese Dessert Plates $39.99 for set of 4

Bottom Left: Rag & Bone Sweater Boy's $49.99 and Men's $69.99

Middle: Jason Wu Girl's Solid Dress $59.99 

Right: Prabal Gurung Cape $79.99

Fashionably Correct: Genelle Brooks Contributes to Sheen Magazine November/December Issue

Check out my latest Q & A column, Fashionably Correct, in the November/December issue of Sheen magazine on newsstands now.

Genelle Brooks Contributes to Sheen Magazine October Issue

I had the opportunity to be interviewed by Sheen Magazine and give my thoughts on one of the year's biggest trends, mixing patterns. Check that out in the current issue and look for my style Q & A column in the magazine through 2012.

Nylon hearts Estelle's look as she sings under the California sky on a ten-city tour with Rosa Regale (www.RosaRegale.com). Donning a Black Halo dress (www.blackhalo.com), Miu Miu stingray strappies (www.miumiu.com), cuff by Alexis Bittar (www.alexisbittar.com) and Sorelina earrings and LOVE bracelet www.sorelinajewels.com), she celebrates the release of her latest single, Wonderful Life, from her latest album, All of Me.

See the Wonderful Life video, directed by Iren Sheffield of Robot Films, here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NK3I1Pu1oFs&feature=share.

See the story here: http://nylonmag.com/nylonblogs/blog/2012/08/06/we-love-this-picture-of-estelle/ 

Buy the album here: http://store.warnermusic.com/estelle

XO,

GB

Pattern Play

When it comes to style,  my theory is the best fashion blossoms when you understand that there are NO RULES!". I believe that you can wear whatever you please, as long as you rock it well! We have been taught that clothing only looks good when you match from head to toe, WRONG!   Try playing with patterns for some pretty interesting outcomes.  

Some rules and recs:

• You can wear prints on shoes, jewelry, tops, bottoms, accessories and everything in between....just not at the same time!
• The most accessible prints are florals, stripes, paisley, tribal, dots, animal prints, and plaids.  
• Mind your proportions for a balanced look.
• Color and texture create patterns....explore with both.
• Keep trying until it looks right.....this trend takes some practice for the less fashion savvy.

There are a thousand bazillions combinations, but it is up to you to make it FIERCE. A few examples: polka dots and tribal print...Prefection! Another would be stripes and florals. When you pick your own combination, remember  larger prints mixed with smaller ones will help your outfit flow. 

Good Luck!...and send us pics of your mix and match looks.

XO,
Shay
shay@genellebrooks.com

Is That VELVET?!?

Crushed Velvet/ Half-Moon Nails - alstanificon.onsugar.com

So a friend of mine showed me her nails the other day...and I asked her "Is that Velvet?". I was being funny, but she was like "Yeah they are!" So, I took to the Internet to do a little more research, and believe it or not...its an upcoming trend for Fall 2012.

• This is currently ONLY available at Sephora stores and online at Sephora.com
• Ciaté, a British nail brand, created a "do it yourself" kit that will be available in August, with colors like Mink Cashmere, Berry Poncho and Blue Suede
• The trick is a combination of layering a matte polish with a powdery texture that looks like crushed velvet for the textured effect
• For a cheaper way to pull of the trend (hint: inexpensive) go to a craft store such as Michael's and ask for similar material.
• Designers such as McQueen, Balmain and Gucci all used this trend during Fall 2012 Paris Fashion Week

Hope you like it!

Xoxo,
Shay-Shay