Something Blue
With tropical bright colors taking over the spring 2011 runways, it’s easier than you might think to apply this trend to your wardrobe without overdoing it. I, myself, am more of a minimalist, so when I wear color I choose to accent my look with just one bold hue. Upbeat and ever versatile with shades ranging from turquoise to indigo, there is a blue to compliment anyone and every outfit.
When sporting an all over blue look, like these Chanel and Versace dresses, keep the accessories neutral as well as any makeup colors you may wear. To accent your usual wardrobe, try a new accessory or two and elevate your spring style to blue heights. Blue and white bow sandal by Christian Louboutin Blue and white printed shoulder bag by Christian Dior Baby blue feathered dress by Chanel Turquoise fringe accented gown by Versace Sky blue topaz necklace with sapphire, pearl, and diamond accents. ‘French Riviera’ by Left Turn Jewelry ... Full story
The It Girl’s Guide to Shopping in NYC
New York City is chock full of premium stores that cater to fashion-forward tastemakers. However, there are eight buzz-worthy stores that should be added onto your shopping trip to-do list while frolicking around the Big Apple: • Cream is located in the Upper East Side at 1124 3rd Avenue. This ... Full story
Runway Hot New Products
The iPad Spring cleaning task number one: Recycle all of those dated fashion magazines you have been meaning to get rid of. Yes, even the back issue featuring those John Galliano lace-up wooden pumps you'd gladly give up your apartment for. Besides, aren't you tired of carrying around the slew ... Full story
Organizing Your Life
Declutter your Desk Sometimes small changes can lead to big results when it comes to getting organized. Whether your desk is located in an office or tucked away in a corner of your home, it should be a space that inspires you to work. If clutter has taken over ... Full story
The Art of Fine Jewelry – Susan Helmich
After focusing on painting and art history in college, Susan Helmich decided to take a metalsmithing class, diving deep into the history and evolution of metal work techniques. Soon after, everything fell into place. “Working directly with the metal was second nature to me,” Helmich enlightens. “I knew I had found ... Full story
Beautiful Birthstones
While we don stones and adore the shimmer, we often forget that they signify something intensely personal and explain some of the greater mysteries of the inner-soul. If you wish to align yourself the planets and your center, here are the meanings behind the birthstones we all know and admire: January: Garnet Garnet is ... Full story
Louis Vuitton Monogram Empreinte Collection
Louis Vuitton introduced the Louis Vuitton Monogram Empreinte Collection to the press in Paris last month. The new permanent line will be launched alongside the Fall 2010 collection. ‘Luxury with an edge’ defines this amazing new line of bags and accessories. The Louis Vuitton Monogram is reinvented, this time embossed on grained ... Full story
Trend Report - Striped Dresses
Looking into the cute summer dress, you know, the one thats owe so comfortable. Check out Neiman Marcus , ShopBob.com or Net A Porter for the your next fashion statement. While the Nautical Trend returns every summer, this striped trend is more nautical-inspired than nautical itself. The striped look is elegant with a ... Full story
John Galliano Spring/Summer 2010 Shoes
John Galliano is known for his romantic and whimsical designs, and the spring/summer 2010 shoe collection is no different. However, these shoes lean heavily into whimsical territory, bordering on costume-y. The sky high platform is "in" now, but when they get too high the shoe becomes unrealistic for regular wear ... Full story
Bold and Beautiful 2010 Jewellery trends
Most decades have had very unique fashion trends that are instantly recognisable. Who can forget the petticoats of the fifties, miniskirts of the sixties or flared trousers of the seventies? Since the nineties though, it seems that not so much one particular new style is dominant but rather a ... Full story
Swarovski Company and the "Beyond Nature” trilogy
Using the phrase, “modern vision of luxury”, to describe its Autumn/Winter 2010/11 signature crystal jewels and accessories, the Austrian-based Swarovski Company and its Creative Director, Nathalie Colin, extend the story of the prior collection’s “Beyond Nature” trilogy, which then brought crystal into the realm of refined, mineral-inspired formations. Moving on ... Full story
