After watching Bravo’s one-hour special “Christian Siriano: Having a Moment,” I became fascinated with all that Siriano has accomplished both before and after Project Runway!  Siriano began designing at the age of thirteen and attended the Baltimore School for the Arts and the American Intercontinental University in London, where he interned with Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen. 

His break came when he showed his fierce design skills in season four of Project Runway.  Siriano shows a full collection every season at New York Fashion Week, and has designed for a growing list of celebrities including Rihanna, Heidi Klum, Victoria Beckham, and Lady GaGa.  Other projects over the past year include creating a recurring line of accessories for Payless; a makeup line for Victoria’s Secret; a design collaboration for Starbucks and with Puma to design a 15 piece mini collection exclusively for Estelle.  Siriano  has also written a style guide titled Fierce Style: How to Be Your Most Fabulous Self.  I love his Fierce Mamas for Moody Mamas collection, available on beso!

Fierce Mamas by Christian Siriano for Moody Mamas Maternity Tunic, $78.00 $45.90 (41% off)

Fierce Mamas by Christian Siriano for Moody Mamas Maternity Square Neck Dress, $110.00 $65.90 (40% off)

Fierce Mamas by Christian Siriano for Moody Mamas Maternity Silk Sweetheart Dress, $186

Meghan Donovan of WIT & Whimsy

Meghan Donovan is the Editor in Chief of WIT & Whimsy, a lifestyle blog that obsesses over fashion, beauty, food, fitness, travel, and more.  She uses humor to bring a fresh perspective to her daily encounters, but it’s her thoughtfulness that causes readers to fall in love with her. 

Herewith Meghan gives us her beso:

beso: What shoes are you obsessed with right now?
Meghan: I am a shoe gal through and through, but never before have I ever wanted a pair of shoes as badly as I do the Jimmy Choo Private patent leather sandals.  They are to die for.

Jimmy Choo 'Private' Patent Leather Sandals

b: What is your go-to pair of jeans?
M: 7 For All Mankind Roxanne skinny jeans.  They pair perfectly with pumps and a blouse for a night of cocktailing and flats for a more casual daytime look, but can also be cropped to wear with gladiator sandals. 

b: What brand can’t you live without?
M: I think I’d be lost without J. Crew.  Their staples and dresses are just so easy to throw on and look put together.

b: If you could be invited to any runway show, which would you choose?
M: I had a blast covering New York Fashion Week this past February and am anxiously awaiting seeing the looks that were showcased on the runway hanging on the racks and available online — but the one show I dream about seeing is the crème de la crème in Paris: Chanel.

b: What bag are you carrying right now?
M: Even though it’s summer and I’d normally be carrying a more seasonal bag, I’ve not been able to part with an old favorite of mine: The MARC by Marc Jacobs Classic Q Hillier hobo in black.  I love that it has both shoulder and cross-body straps so it mixes up the look a bit.

b: Favorite beauty product?
M: Benefit Posietint.  It’s the perfect lightweight flush of color for both your cheeks and lips.  I layer Benefit Sugarbomb blush on top of it for an added pop, as well.

Benefit Sugarbomb Blush

b: Favorite charity?
M: I support the Ralph Lauren Pink Pony Fund as I love what the brand does to utilize fashion for good.  It’s an easy way for people to support a great cause (cancer care and prevention) both monetarily and fashionably by sporting your cause on any number of their items with the trademark pink pony.

b: What fall trend will you definitely be wearing?
M: I’m for sure after chunky knits come this fall, and saw great ones at Twinkle by Wenlan in February.  I’m also planning on seeing how well I can pull off thigh-highs with cute skirts and sweater dresses!

be: Lastly, what’s your beso? 
M: Be so you.

Originally from Vietnam, Chan Luu began designing her own accessories in 1996.  Behind each Chan Luu jewelry design is a story inspired by nature, world cultures and the purity of her design aesthetic.  She uses high-quality materials such as sterling silver, gold vermeil, leather, pearls and semi-precious stones to create innovative pieces that have gained a loyal celebrity following, and featured in many fashion magazines.  Check out some of my favorite Chan Luu accessories:

Chan Luu Silver Hammered Ring, $109.00$77.00 (29% off) at Zappos

Chan Luu Graduated Mixed Wrap Bracelet, $295 at Chan Luu

Chan Luu Gold Vermeil Leather Wrap Bracelet, $190 at Ron Herman

Chan Luu Turquoise Cube Necklace, $268 at Nordstrom

Happy Father’s Day to all you lucky dads out there!  While my own dad might be thousands of miles away, thank goodness for the internet.  I’ve put together a list of awesome menswear deals in honor of your special day.  Check out these great sales happening on beso:

1. Ralph Lauren Shoes
Loafers, sneakers, and sandals — all on sale starting st 20% off.

2. Men’s Watches
Kenneth Cole, Bulova, Swiss Army — treat yourself to the one you really want.

3. Smartphones
What better way to keep in touch with those crazy kids across the country?