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Alexandre Herchcovitch Autumn/Winter 2010 Men

Brazilian Alexandre-Herchcovitch’s sao-paulo fashion week inverno 2010

Tory Burch Spring 2011 Collection

Here are some photos I took at last weeks Tory Burch fashion presentation. The girls all looked lovely in their 70's inspired looks. Some of my favorite things from the show were the high waisted skirts and the bright pops of orange. Overall the styles were really pretty, flirty and feminine. Lots of pieces on my shopping list for Spring!

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MUMBAI, INDIA – SEPTEMBER 22: A model showcases a creation by Indian designer Narendra Kumar during The Westside show on the fifth and the final day of Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) Spring/Summer 2010 on September 22, 2009 in Mumbai, India. The LFW, its 10th year, features creations by over 50 designers. (Photo by Ritam Banerjee/Getty Images)

Madewell 1937 Online Shopping

One of my favorite stores for basics is J.Crew off-shoot Madewell 1937. They have perfect fitting jeans and the softest tissue tees. And now you can get all of their latest items without leaving the house. Their new online e-commerce store offers all of the items individually as well as aShop the Look feature which allows you to buy a whole stylized outfit.

Winter Kate Kimono Jackets

So ready for a season change and to dive into these lush rich colors. These bohemian Kimono inspired jackets by Nicole Richie's Winter Kate line are so stylish and can be paired with so many things!

Winter Kate by fashionplateblog featuring kimono jacket

Winter Kate Eden Jacket in Purple Plume, $229
Winter Kate Opy Jacket in Wildwood Purple, $229
Winter Kate Eden Jacket in Yellow Plume, $229
Winter Kate by Nicole Richie Opy Jacket in Wildwood and Amethyst - as..., $216

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Korean New Fashion Outerwear

Fashion winter jackets, belts, pockets, large lapel, design great side lights, temperament, in the long, and there can be warm with sweaters, and other products - wearing, especially recommended. Very self, no longer winter for the winter and heavy trouble.

New York Street Fashion: Deconstructed Detail

 

This is Rashad. The first thing I noticed about Rashad's outfit was neither his hair nor the contrast between his shirt collar (solid) and rest of his shirt (stripes), but his vest. The sides appeared thinner than normal. It was no surprise then to find that Rashad had deconstructed the vest himself, removing with scissors all but one button on the front. 

Black Velvet Churidar kameez – Indian Fashion 2010

This is Black Velvet Churidar kameez is graceful enhanced with resham, kasab, sequins, boolean, lace and beads work. Black color churidar with matching dupatta.

Contact Information:

Mr. Vinay Patel,
7, Sahajanand Status,
Opp. Hetarth Party Plot,
Science City Road, Sola
Ahmedabad-380060
Gujarat, India

Peep Toe Shoes and Tights

The first chill of fall is in the air in New York and has me thinking of putting my summer dresses away and heading and figuring out what I am going to wear! One of my favorite things to try this fall is colored tights with peep toe shoes.

Alloy > OPAQUE TIGHTS > accessories > legwear, $3.99
Alloy > OPAQUE TIGHTS > accessories > legwear, $3.99
Alexander McQueen Leather Peep Toes with Zip Detail, 240 GBP
Toe the Line Heel, $130
Pink Studio "Junnet" peep toe wedges, $95

New York Fashion Week: Vera Wang Spring 2010

 

Elizabeth and James Sample Sale

Elizabeth & James Sample is having a sample sale in NYC! Items from past seasons as well as select pieces from spring. Wednesday, May 19, through Friday, May 21, from 10 to 6 p.m. 250 West 39th Street, Suite 1701, (between 7th and 8th avenues);

Product Review: Havaianas

I first fell in love with Havaianas a few years ago when I was traveling in Brazil. I don't think I took them off for the entire trip. Havaianas Brazilian flip flops were originally made in 1962 (who knew they were so old!) and originally came in 8 colors. Nowdays there are upwards of 20 different styles and a ton of different colors. Some of my favorites shown here are the Havaianas Slim, Fun, Surf Girl, Fit, and Top Mix. I recently had the opportunity to try the Fit, which has an extra wrap around ankle strap and looks even more like a sandal. The matte gold is perfect for beach to dinner occasions like the Hamptons, where I will be wearing them this weekend. And you never have to worry about getting any blisters with Havaianas. I can literally walk in them for hours with no discomfort. Havaianas also has some of the most creative ad campaigns around. For more styles of Havaianas womens sandals visit their website.

Product Review Occitane Almond Apple Velvet Face Fluid

Every article about skincare stresses how important it is to use a moisturizer with sunscreen. And up until this point, I had not been able to find a moisturizer with SFP that I have liked. Most moisturizers with sunscreen that I had tried previously felt greasy and often irritated my eyes. L'Occitanes Almond Apple Velvet Face Fluid with SPF 40 is my new go to moisturizers. The Almond Apple Velvet Face Fluid is part of L'Occitanes line of natural beauty products. It really contains all of the things I need in a moisturizer; protection, moisturization, and toning action. The product goes on smoothly and doesn't feel greasy at all. The light fresh formula contains essential oils and almond proteins to help improve the skins elasticity as well as almond milk to soften. While the organic apple vinegar helps to tighten pores and the organic apple extract refines the skins texture. The light apple almond scent is really refreshing and revitalizing. And if you love the scent as much as I do it also comes in a shower gel. Available at L'Occitane $39.

Lizzie Fortunato Jewelry

I went into one of my favorite stores in my Brooklyn neighborhood Stuart and Wright. Where I have never actually bought anything but I go to regularly to ogle all of the eye candy and beautifully crafted items (that I can't afford). Today I found something really spectacular...these beautiful baubles by Lizze Fortunato. I love the tribal details and bohemian vibe of these pieces.

Nautical Fashion Inspiration

Nautical Anchor Tee, $15
Piped Sailor Mini Skirt, $94
Women's AE Nautical Stripe Bandeau Bikini (Medium Vintage Destroy), $20
Miss L Fire Hello Sailor Wedge Sandals, $101
A Little Nautical Cuff, $65
3 x Punk Stud Set, 3 GBP

This summer is all about nautical accents. Whether you are actually going to be in Marthas Vineyard this weekend is besides the point. You can still look like you just stepped off a sailboat with these adorable pieces.

Oak New York Handbags

Oak has recently released their own line of bags. This black leather fringe bag rocker bag is the first of the line. I especially like the mixture of textured and non-textured black leather and the oversized lobster clasp hardware. $589

Opening Ceremony and Pendelton

For Fashions Night Out last night I attended the Opening Ceremony's French flea market at the Ace Hotel. The real stand out of the evening for me was the Opening Ceremony Pendelton collaboration collection. Opening Ceremony brilliantly transformed the signature patterns and prints of Pendelton into high fashion pieces.

Starla Sandals

Starla Sandals are the perfect way to put a little bling in your summer wardrobe. These stylish flip flop sandals are jewel encrusted but still have a casualness to them. Each sandal is handmade using leather and Swarovski crystals.

Owner, Michele Paredes, designs each sandal and her South Florida roots provide the perfect influence. The sandals feel luxurious, and yet can be paired with anything. Throw a pair on for the beach or wear them out to dinner at your favorite hot spot. No matter where you choose to wear them you will feel glamorous. When I wear mine I feel like I could be catching the next jet to San Tropez or the Canary Islands. Now if only it were true...maybe if I click my heals.

Shown: Gold Luxe $90, Gold Brilliance $90, Gold Opulance $120

Product Review: Aveeno Positively Nourishing

I have recently had the opportunity to try the Positively Nourishing Hydrating body wash and Whipped Souffle by Aveeno. The products are infused with shea butter so that they are ultra nourishing and leave your skin soft and refreshed. I barely needed to use lotion after using the shower gel, unlike harsh soaps which can strip my skin of moisture. And after spending all week on my beach vacation to Cape Cod last week, these products were the perfect trick for restoring my skin.

Dominic Jones Jewelry

I recently came across this bold line of animalistic jewelry by designer Dominic Jones. I love the predatory aspect to these pieces and yet the gold makes them look chic and glamorous. They would be so fun to wear!

Mad Men Style Inspiration

I am excited for the Premiere of Mad Men tonight. I have noticed a lot of 50s inspired fashion trends for fall. Think cardigan sets, brooches, and full skirts.

Snoozer Looser Fall Preview

I just received the look book for the Snoozer Looser Fall / Winter line and had to share it with you guys. I have posted about New York designer Snoozer Looser in the past and I am really excited about her new collection. I love the mixing and matching of these funky prints and the styling is so great. The knee socks and brightly colored tights are perfect accents.

Rope Jewelry

Lately I have been noticing all sorts of cool jewelry made out of rope. While rope on it's own would make a somewhat unexceptional piece, pair it with gold or silver, and interesting stones and viola some amazingly unique pieces.

Sabrina Dehoff Mint Single Cord Rope And Gold Plated Tube Bracelet, $101

Sabrina Dehoff Rope Bracelet With Gold Crystal Plate - Grey, 174 GBP

silver triangles & blue rope necklace, $129

Rope Belt, $330

Fashion Week Spring 2011 Wrap Up

Here are some of my favorite looks from last weeks Spring 2011 New York Fashion Week.

Pretty prints from Rebecca Taylor.

Keeping it simple - Black and White from Rachel Comey

Pops of orange from Charlotte Ronson.

Ethnic bohemian from Anna Sui.