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Remember this Alexander Wang red/gray stripe dress worn by Blake Lively/Serena on Gossip Girl? As soon as it was spotted last November, there was a mad clamor to have it. Unfortunately it was out of stock then. Well the lightweight cashmere knit dress is now on BlueFly.com. There are three left and only in size medium. Hurry if you want one!
Watch Whitney, fashion intern and aspiring stylist, mispronounce Givenchy and get corrected by her French chauffeur. Hahaha! You gotta love The Hills.
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I still haven’t worn primary colors together in an outfit and I seem to be determined to do so this spring. That’s probably why I’m inexplicably drawn to these red, yellow and blue pairs of shoes. Who knew there would be several smartly designed primary colored shoes not designed for school aged children. Getting a pair like these would probably solve my dilemma in mixing and matching primary colors in an outfit. OK, it’s not rocket science to do so but I didn’t want to end up looking juvenile so I’ve been over analyzing my primary colored wardrobe choices so far. My heart goes out to the Louboutins on the right but they aren’t very practical and will probably be worn only a few times. I’m not quite sure about the pairs from Marc by Marc Jacobs although they’ll probably get more mileage than the Louboutins. So I guess I’ll go with just mixing ‘n matching. Hmmm. Over analyzing much?
From Left: Marc by Marc Jacobs Cross Over Platform Sandal and 3 Colour Mid Heel Sandal, Christian Louboutin Sling Black Platforms. All photos via BrownsFashion.com
Dress $128, Blouse $79.50. Photo via L.A. Times
Here’s a designer collaboration that has me excited: British textile designer Celia Birtwell will be doing four limited edition collections for Express. Birtwell’s distinctive prints for designer and late ex-husband Ossie Clark gained her international acclaim as a textile designer. The couple were the toast of the fashion industry in the mid-1960s though the early 1970s and dressed the rock and roll set as well as British aristocrats.
From Los Angeles Times:
The Celia Birtwell for Express collection is true to Clark’s style: fluid and sheer, with the flora and fauna that are Birtwell trademarks. A breezy red blouse is covered with Lily, one of her best-known prints. Floating Daisy, her famous psychedelic swirls, appears throughout the line. Clark often used patchwork, a tradition Birtwell continues. The bodice of one dress is splashed with bold flowers, and its billowy sleeves are scattered with delicate buds. A ’70s-style blouse mixes a lightly checked necktie with, yep, more flowers.
Celia Birtwell’s capsule collection for British chain Topshop immediately sold out when it was released in spring 2006. Being stateside, I missed the boat on that one. So I better make sure I won’t miss this one! The first Celia Birtwell for Express collection will be released on April 7 in select stores. In Southern California, that includes the Beverly Center, South Coast Plaza, Glendale Galleria, Brea Mall and Del Amo Fashion Center stores.
Missing the Heatherette for M.A.C. launch is a bit disappointing. I’m posting upcoming designer collaborations launch dates here so I won’t forget! Did I miss anything?
I’ve been so busy lately that the Heatherette for M.A.C. launch a few days ago completely slipped by me. Hopefully, they aren’t sold out in stores yet as Racked reports. They are still available online at MACCosmetics.com and NORDSTROM.com
. The lipsticks are going quickly though and they are what I’d like to try out. The shade pictured on the left looks like Twig, my favorite pink M.A.C. lipstick shade. I’ve got to get one! If all else fails, I’ll just stick with my lovely sheer Lancome Pixel Pink this spring. Check out The Daily Obsession’s reviews of her favorites from the collection.
Target has partnered with jewelry designer and CFDA nominee for accessory designer of the year Justin Giunta to launch a limited-edition accessories collection, Subversive for Target.
From the Target Press Release:
The Subversive for Target collection plays on the idea that more is more, and each piece is designed with a concept behind it, so it is both visual and thoughtful. This collection includes an eclectic mix of charm bracelets, delicate drop earrings and bold multi-color block necklaces. Key pieces include the jeweled locket fringe necklace, the tri-strand faux pearl necklace and the red butterfly brooch cuff bracelet. The exclusive Subversive for Target collection ranges in price from $14.99 to $59.99.
There are five collections: Bauhaus Beach House; Birds, Bees, Summer Memories; Boho Victorian; Cactus Cluster; and Visions of Saturn. A standout piece is the necklace from the Visions of Saturn collection (pictured above) which closely resembles the $1600 topaz planetary necklace from Subversive’s original designer line (pictured on the left). Another must have piece is the tri-strand cluster necklace that features multiple charms and contrasting bead shapes.
The Subversive for Target collection is now available online and in stores through July 20.
Beauty Match finds Free Beauty Samples of Biolustre Hair Repair System for damaged hair
Aging Fabulous discovers a powerful new serum, CHANEL Sublimage Serum.
NY Spender gets a haircut and shares some tips learned from a master stylist.
Shopaliciousis giving away two Rossella Carrara necklaces, compliments of FashionRome boutique!
Beauty Bento Box talks about a great tanning oil spray to take on your next trip to the beach.
With a recent purchase from the Mens Accessory department, Style Manila discovers style and function fit for women in the Canvas Shoulder Bag from Benetton.
For some styling ideas, let Tops 2 Bottoms show you Old Navy in Yellow!
Canadian Beauty tells you what she loved at L’Oreal Fashion Week.
Style…a work in progress muses on Kate Moss’ latest collection for Topshop and asks whether you’re interested in High Priced…High Street?
Viva Woman offers tips on how to select and optimize your sunscreen.
Shoe Blitz features wonderful metallic evening shoes on sale.
Savvy Skin finds a new way to prevent wrinkles - by tinting your car windows!
Beauty and Fashion Tech tells you how to get the blue nail trend for cheap.
Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog gives you swatches of Chanel’s new summer makeup collection,woot!
Petite Fashionista lists the TOP 5 PETITE MUST HAVE’S. Visit PF today to guess the next 5 and win Baby Doll Perfume!
Laya’s EYE spots some very chic eco-friendly reusable shopping bags.
Indie Style File finds beauty and humor in a owl jumper
Don’t know what to spend or splurge on? All That & a makes a list of things to invest in
ShopDiary posts photos of different styles from 3.1 Phillip Lim’s chic footwear line for Tatami.
Her Accessories has teamed up with Island Cowgirl Jewelry to host a contest to win one of their gorgeous sterling silver necklaces.
3.1 Phillip Lim has teamed up with German brand Tatami* to bring us spring’s new must-have footwear line. The limited edition collection features the classic deep footbed that embodies Birkenstock’s 234 years of shoe making, while incorporating Lim’s sense of cool sophistication and clever attention to details. Using refined, but luxurious materials like patent black leather, cheetah printed pony fur and scarlet red suede, Lim has created styles that are in perfect harmony with his sought-after label but chic enough to be worn on their own. The collection is available at Barneys New York, Eluxury, La Garçonne, Steven Alan, Otte and soon at Net-a-Porter.
*Tatami is an independent brand owned by the Birkenstock family.
Images via Eluxury, La Garçonne and Otte
Phoebe in black patent ($168) also in tan
Athena in cheetah print ($270)
Troy in red suede ($130)
Helen Fringe Sandal in chrome ($150) also in black patent and siena suede
Jane in cheetah print ($190)
Doris in black patent ($180)
Triton in black patent ($170) also in sienne suede
Eros Sandal with Ankle Strap in ink ($180)
Zeus Maya Crisscross Sandal in red suede ($190)
Apollo Lace-Up Sandal in Gloria Blue ($190) also in cheetah print
I couldn’t believe my eyes when I came upon these discounted handbags at SmartBargains.com today. They’ve got YSL, Chloe, Balenciaga at up to almost 40% off. While the styles are from last year, these are styles that are still selling at full price at Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus. And the styles and colors look classic enough not to look outdated by next year. Unless you’re the type to keep track of course (Thank goodness for the demise of the It Bag, it was already getting ridiculous). Now I haven’t shopped here at all, but the general consensus from the savvy gals at the Purseblog forum is that Smart Bargains sells authentic items. It is the online outpost of Loehmann’s. So now I’m very tempted to spring for one of these. The question is, which one? Decisions, decisions…
Balenciaga Distressed Olive Leather Hobo
Balenciaga Giant City
Balenciaga Green Distressed Leather Hobo
Balenciaga Leather Hobo
Balenciaga Royal Blue Leather Tote
$1585 $999.99
Chloe Bay Black Leather Tote
Chloe Bay East West Black Leather Satchel
Chloe Bay Large Black Leather East-West Satchel
Chloe Bay Large Quilted Black Patent Satchel
Chloe Bay Quilted Brown Patent Leather Satchel
Chloe Bay Red Leather Tote
Chloe Bay White Leather Satchel
Yves Saint Laurent Tribute Metallic Leather Bag
Yves Saint Laurent Tribute Patent Leather Bag
