February 2011
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Couture Beauty: Armani, Dior, and Gaultier
Armani, Dior, and Gaultier all had a flare for the dramatic in their runway shows. This included their makeup choices. My personal favorite of the couture shows was Gaultier’s red lips and exaggerated eyeliner. Armani had a lot of rich, deep colors going on (just like in the rest of the actual collection). Dior…well, Dior’s makeup had to be super bright and dramatic to compete...
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Couture Beauty: Chanel and Valentino
Chanel and Valentino went for a very rosy makeup ensemble on the couture runways. Both shows featured “naturally” colored lips and rosy cheeks. If you look at the exact placement of the blush on the models’ faces, you’ll notice that it’s a little bit higher up then you’d expect. That’s how the makeup artists gave the models that “youthful”...
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Couture Spring 2011 Details: Armani, Dior,...
Here is the second installment of my favorite Detail shots from the Spring 2011 Couture runway shows. I’d like to add a small note here that I didn’t include many shots of Dior, because I prefer to look at those pieces as a whole. Enjoy!
(picture above: Gaultier)
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Couture Spring 2011 Details: Chanel, Elie Saab,...
This is just a collection of my favorite details from the Couture Spring 2011 runway shows. Well, this is the 1st installment. The second one will be up right after this one. Take the jump for more up close shots!
(picture above: Valentino)
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10 Office Wardrobe Crimes →
Check out this article from TLC about appropriate office attire for both men and women.
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Louis Vuitton's Antheia Ixia
Isn’t it just gorgeous…
Louis Vuitton has done it again with the beautiful bag! This is one of the bags that will be released as part of the Antheia collection. As could be expected of Louis Vuitton, the bag will be crafted out of the finest lambskin leather.
Three Sizes: PM (13.8” x 11”), MM (15” x 12.6”), and GM (18.1” x 15.4”)
Colors: PM...
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Stylist: Gifts for Men on Valentine's Day - Mostly... →
Stylist has put together a few practical things you could get your man for Valentine’s day. And, don’t worry, they’re all red in perfect Valentine’s spirit!
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Which Bangs are Right for Your Face Shape?
“Long face: Bangs diminish the length of a long face. Typically a long face has a high forehead and when bangs cover it, the face is shortened with an illusion of more width to the face. Longer bangs are best. They can be blunt for a stronger, trendier look or edges can be softened and unforced. Oval face: An oval face can wear a bang that’s angled and shorter. A razored bang is the...
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On Sale Now
Vicki Colorblock Knit Dress, $45 Women’s - Sweaters - American Eagle Outfitters, $60 dELiAs > Pretty Young Thing Tank > clearance > graphic tees, $20 dELiAs > outerwear > view all outerwear, $140 Avalon Place, $15 Women’s Slim Boot Jean - American Eagle Outfitters, $50 Forever21.com - Bohemian Rhapsody - 2080772586, $27 Forever21.com - New Arrivals - 1080161900, $19...
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Store Spotlight: BaubleBar
Blue Waterfall Necklace - Ski Weekend - Trend Collection Black Pearl Jumble Necklace - Classic Collection Pearl Netted Bib - Modern Vintage - Trend Collection Peach and Citrine Antique Drops - Wardrobe Staple - Trend Collection Bow Pendant - Chain Reaction - Trend Collection Roped Pave Posts - Pave The Way - Trend Collection
Head on over to BaubleBar’s website for more beautiful jewelery....
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Elie Saab Couture Spring 2011
Elie Saab’s frocks were covered in embellishment, creating a whimsy and romantic atmosphere. The pale pastel colors he implemented for a good portion of the collection really worked with both his vision and the trends for this year. Notice the floral? How about the neutrals? The just-sheer-enough fabrics? As a whole, this collection was very soft (right down to the hair and makeup), but...
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Jean Paul Gaultier Couture Spring 2011
Jean Paul Gaultier’s inspiration for his new Couture collection? Punk. Yes, that’s right. Gaultier paraded a line of punk-inspired couture garments down the runway in Paris. Many were not expecting this show to turn out very well, because Gaultier had been running into a brick wall creatively. To put it simply, they were all floored. This collection was absolutely awesome! In fact,...
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Valentino Couture Spring 2011
Valentino’s Couture show in Paris yesterday was full of sheer and light fabric that is perfect for Spring. The sheer fabric is what interested me most in this collection. While the colors were all similar to the other couture shows, the fabric set the clothes apart. Pier Paolo Piccioli and Maria Grazia Chiuri (the 2 designers at the head of this collection) crafted their garments in a way...
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On Sale Now: American Eagle Spotlight!
Women’s - Sweaters - American Eagle Outfitters, $40 Women’s - Shirts - American Eagle Outfitters, $40 Women’s Bottoms - American Eagle Outfitters, $60 Women’s - Jeans - American Eagle Outfitters, $60 Women’s Footwear - American Eagle Outfitters, $45 - Women’s Clearance - American Eagle Outfitters, $35 Women’s - Accessories - American Eagle Outfitters,...
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Forever 21: The Darker Side of Savings
“So: Forever 21’s workers earn minimum wage — if they can sew an entire vest every 55 seconds. The Changs meanwhile buy their daughters Chanel and educated them at prep schools and Ivy League colleges. And if one of their dresses or tops turns out to have been someone else’s idea first, well — the fat profits on all those vests make for lots of settlement money. Fast fashion,...
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Fashion + Geekery = Sims 3
Let me preface this by saying that I am a HUGE Sims nerd.
I didn’t even know that EA drew renderings for their Sims 3 clothing. Evidently, they do. EA has released three images that show a preview of future items that can be purchased at the Sims Store.
Jump!
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Alexis Mabille Couture Spring 2011
Alexis Mabille’s Couture collection is something different from all the others. For each of the garments he created, Mabille presented one in white and another in color. I found it interesting to consider which garment I preferred, the colorless or colorful one. Whether or not you think this idea was gimmicky or not (I lean towards not), you have to admit it was interesting to see.
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Givenchy Couture Spring 2011
Givenchy’s Couture collection was interesting to say the least. It was dramatic to say the least. The dresses were all composed mostly of muted nude and pastel tones…or so it seemed. When the models turned around, flashes of bright color were revealed. This is why I’ve included a few shots of the backs of the garments. Besides the huge samurai hats, that’s what makes this...
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Armani Privé Couture Spring 2011
Armani Prive’s Couture collection was a technicolor show to say the least. The collection was bursting at the seams with color (pun unintended). This collection was full or bright, shiny jewel tones instead of soft pastels and nudes.
Some things that really caught my eye were the accesories, especially this bracelet. It reminded me of CDs, which is something I’ve played around with...
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Chanel Couture Spring 2011
Chanel’s Spring 2011 Couture collection was absolutely breathtaking…and huge! There were around 66 looks in this collection, which blows all the other collections I’ve seen out of the water. Chanel reinforced the nude, pale pink, and floral trends for spring. However, Karl Lagerfeld broke away from the pack by throwing in the occasional splash of color (instead of making the...
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H&M "Waste" Collection
H&M is using the scrap pieces of fabric left over from its collaboration with Lanvin to launch another collection. The pieces in this collection are made entirely out of the leftover fabric from the previous collection. What an awesome idea! This way not a single piece of fabric is wasted.
The pieces shown will be available in a limited number of H&M stores.
More pics after the...
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Shopping Spotlight: ModCloth
Phosphoresence Dress, $58 Bright and Girly Tunic, $73 Classic Case Jacket | Mod Retro Vintage Jackets | ModCloth.com, $90 First Day on the Job Heel, $35 Easy Commute Bag | Mod Retro Vintage Bags | ModCloth.com, $95 Haute Handlebar Ring | Mod Retro Vintage Rings | ModCloth.com, $38 Dressed Up to Dazzle Earrings, $20
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Lanvin Menswear Fall 2011
When I first saw the pictures from Lanvin’s Menswear runway show in Paris, I instantly thought of the traditional “spy” or “detective” look. I think this was because of all the slanted hats. This collection stood out amongst the others I leafed through, because there is a more diverse range of color. There were still a lot of neutrals, butLanvin seemed to dabble in...
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Tall Girl Tales: Monday Sales. →
tallgirltales:
1) Banana has 35% off dresses and jewelry with code BRMONDAY 2) Loft has an extra 50% off sale. Free shipping on orders of $125+ 3) Victoria’s Secret - save $15 - $75 off orders of $100 - $250+ through 2/15 with code SPRING11 4) Last Call by Neiman Marcus: through 1/25, buy 1 item get 10%…
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Christian Dior Couture Spring 2011
There is no runway show on the planet that can get me as excited as the Dior Couture show. Ever. It made my day when I found out that the show had been held today.
Take the jump for some more of the breath-taking collection!
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Hermes Menswear Fall 2011
Veronique Nichanian debuted her Fall 2011 collection for Hermes on the 22nd. This collection had an effortless air of luxuriance and elegance about it. If I had a sizable amount of money to drop on my man (I wish), I’d definitely make sure he had something from this collection. Loving it!
For more pics, Jump!
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YSL Menswear Fall 2011
Yesterday, YSL showed it’s new menswear collection for Fall 2010. Overall there was plethora of skinny/straight-legged pants and well-structured suit jackets. What makes this collection stand out are the bursts of color and the rare loose-fitting jacket. Check out some pics from the runway after the jump!
One of my personal favorites!
Here’s one of those...
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J. Crew Factory online store Open Again! (aka:... →
And if J. Crew online clearance wasn’t enough to get you interested…
Until January 26th, if you enter the code MUSTSHOP at checkout, you get another 40% off!
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Guess's Fall 2011 Collection
Guess debuted its Fall 2011 looks at Mercedes-Benz fashion week recently. Follow me after the jump for more pictures!
I don’t know what it is about this look…but it works. As my roommate Allison puts it, “You’re a hobo, but a sexy hobo.”
I’m loving this leather jacket. Leather jackets are definitely in for the men this year!
I saved my favorite for...
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Trend Alert: Neutrals
Detailed info after the jump.
Delia’s Sweater Hoodie: $45 at dealis.com
Chiffon Hanky Bottom Skirt w/ Rose Details: $22 at rue21.com
Nail Lacquer in ‘Colney Island Cotton Candy’: $16 at harrods.com
Faux Pearl Bracelet: $18 at forever21.com
ASOS Grosgrain Frame Clutch: $24 at asos.com
Nude Cutout Bootie: $33 at windsorstore.com
Delia’s Lace Shirtdress: $45 at...
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Ideas for what to do with Wide Leg Jeans
So, Wide legged pants have come back for Spring/Summer 2011. These are some affordable options for what to do with them. It is always a good idea to have something more fitted on top when doing a looser bottom (or vice-versa).
Old Navy Womens Roll-Up Boyfriend Cardigans, $30 Old Navy Womens Rugby-Stripe Pocket Tees, $15 Snake Skin Jazz Lace Up Flat, $25 Rosetti Emma Outback Tote, $59 Charlotte...
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On Sale Now!
Knit Dolman Sweater - Teen Clothing by Wet Seal, $19 Old Navy Womens Chain-Pocket Striped Tees, $5.97 Search Results - American Eagle Outfitters, $45 Revolt Studded Vintage Boyfriend Short, $9.99 Dot Triangle Top, $5.99 Dot String Bottom, $5.99 Old Navy Womens Tasseled Cross body Bags, $15 Black Laced Up Zipper Ankle Boots - $45.00, $32
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