Hot Fashion Find.....

Metallic's have been a mainstay in fashion for the past few years. From shoes and accessories to red carpet gowns, designers have turned to metallic fabrics as the resurgence of rock and roll chic has been a top look amongst consumers. Take a look at this metallic silver cocktail dress by BCBGeneration. For a fashion look style this dress with a pair of deconstructed leggings, black laser cut wedge booties and an embellished silver necklace. Grab your black patent clutch on the way out the door and you are set for a glamorous evening out on the town. Dress by BGBGeneration available at Soigne for $138. Style carefully!!!

Hot Shoe Find.....

This season mules are all the rage. Debuting at Chanel for S/S 2010 back in September, the fashion forecasters were right about this trend. From BCBG to Prada, most of the majors are offering their own version of this shoe for the season. But for those of you who need an open toe for those steamy summer afternoons, this mule inspired Prada slingback in a great option. Style them with a floral print jumper for a stylish day look. Slingback by Prada available at Neiman Marcus for $795.

Hot Accessory Find.....

A new twist on a classic style, Gucci delivers it's Techno bag fresh for the S/S 2010 season. Made of neoprene, a form of synthetic rubber, you can take this bag with you on holiday to St. Barths keeping it chic even on the beach. Gucci bag available at Neiman Marcus for $1195. Style carefully!!!

Art Scene.....

If you get a chance, stop by the D Berman gallery to check out the latest exhibit by Austin native Lance Letscher. His collection of collage's reveal his fascination with motion and technology and hint at his infatuation with geometry and architecture. The exhibit entitled,"The Perfect Machine" coincides with release of his children's book after the same name.

Hot Fashion Find.....

I know that many of you will be heading to the Umlauf Sculpture Garden this weekend for the annual Garden Party fundraiser. What better way to show your support than by wearing this amazing Dolce&Gabbana dual floral print cocktail dress. For an afternoon cocktail look I would suggest a platform wedge with patent embellishments. You don't want your Manolo's sinking in the grass!!! For a fashion look add some bold accessories and an evening clutch. It will wow the crowd and keep you feeling beautiful. Dress by Dolce&Gabbana available at Neiman Marcus for $1795. Style carefully!!!

MyStyle-Austin.....

Over the past six months, www.mystyleaustin.com has brought you fashion tips, great fashion finds, and analyzed fashion trends, both local and global. As the site’s reputation and number of followers grows, we are seeking to add a more direct, personal touch to the Austin fashion scene. MyStyle-Austin is now offering its services in wardrobe consultation, editorial work, personal shopping, and your many other fashion needs. We will bring the same sophisticated, comprehensive approach to our style and consultation services that we have brought in our blog content. For more information, contact Jim Duran at jamesaduran@hotmail.com or call 512.963.8161.

Hot Fashion Find.....

So you are freaking out because you cannot find any available pieces from Alexander McQueen's technologically groundbreaking S/S 2010 collection, Plato's Atlantis. Well, relax! I know that nothing could possibly take place of the tragically fallen designer, but there are a few tasty pieces from other designers that could at least sooth your fashion appetite. Take a look at this print kimono mini-dress by Mara Hoffman. The up and coming designer, now available at Nordstrom and Stanly Korshak, is leaving critics in awe with her brilliant creation and usage of prints.

Styling this dress is more fun than you think! Accent the colors with bold gold jewelry and at the root I suggest an embellished wedge bootie of a neutral to gray hue. Complete the look with a nude clutch and you are set. Dress by Mara Hoffman available at Girl Next Door for $378. Style carefully!!!

Hot Accessory Find.....

Check out this amazing faux croc color block clutch by Bella Collection. A great addition to your closet, this clutch can take you from lunch with the ladies to dinner and a night out on the town. Styling this bag is easy, just be sure to find the proper balance when adding other accessories. The design of the bag is simple but the combination of colors, texture, and sheen could easily throw off your look. Clutch by Balla Collection available at Soigne for $32. Style carefully!!!

SCENE: Tribeza launch at ByGeorge

Last night Austin's most fashionable were out at the cities top shop, By George, to celebrate the launch of Tribeza Magazine's April issue. Attendees sipped cocktails while perusing designer duds by Lanvin, Balenciaga, and Givenchy. Fashion 5 honorees Joanna Linden and Stephanie Cultress-O'Neill were seen and fashion purveyors Gail Chovan and Elizabeth Serrato were there, all to show their support for the magazine. (Above: Joanna Linden and John Hogg; Bill Pitts and Catenya McHenry Ashford; April Swanson and Vannessa Walters; Gail Chovan and Elizabeth Serrato; Ben Skylar.)

In the heat of things.....

Everyone knows that as the days get warmer we tend to sacrifice fashion for the sake of staying cool, especially in central Texas. This summer stay chic in a colorful cotton day dress for those Saturday afternoon shopping excursions. Simply style your dress with a pair of embellished sandals and a shoulder strap square shaped bag. Style carefully!!! (Top: print dress by Hype available at Peyton's Place, $168; multi-color zebra print dress by Marc by Marc Jacobs available at Neiman Marcus, $198; cotton strapless pleated dress by Quiksilver available at Blue Elephant, $78.)

SCENE: Estilo, Pop and Shop

Mariana Ocejo, Mark Halsell, and friend!

Hot Shoe Find.....

Check out this chic criss cross peep toe bootie by Naughty Monkey. A great spring must and a value find at $76, style this shoe with everything from hot pants and a blazer to a great linen day dress for a fashionable spring time look. Bootie by Naughty Monkey available at Soigne fro $76. Style carefully!!!

Hot Accessory Find.....

With temperatures on the rise and summer quickly approaching, its time to think about your seasonal handbag selection. Put away those heavy, leather, over-sized handbags and consider a canvas tote like this bag by Chloe'. Great for a weekend getaway to the beach or lunch with the ladies, a canvas bag is great for it's versatility, functionality, aesthetic, and durability. Bag by Chloe' available at Intermix for $895. Style carefully!!!