Fashion Oh La La

Borrowed from my Boyfriend

2008-10-15T16:29:00.002-05:00

So while skinny jeans have been dominating for the past year and a half it's nice to see a change in style, but who knew it was going to be boyfriend jeans? I'll admit i've always been a fan of the men's button ups but the jeans... I personally am unsure but Katie Holmes and Sarah Jessica Parker are sporting them around town.

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Ahoy Matie!

2008-09-10T18:18:00.002-05:00

Betsey Johnson's runway shows are always over the top but her Spring 2009 show was a trip into another world. With Captain Jack Sparrow inspired pirate themes and peter pan-esque outfits, Johnson proved her ability to get away with almost anything (ahm, hoop skirts!)

Sigerson Morrison for Target

2008-09-10T17:59:00.003-05:00

I've always been interested in the Go:International lines for Target but the news that duo Kari Sigerson and Miranda Morrison will be creating a line of shoes ranging from $30-$40 is enough to make me run to target now. The collection will include pumps, ankle boots, and flats with details such as studs and metallics.

Dunst Smiles for the Camera

2008-09-10T16:11:00.002-05:00

Kirsten Dunst graces the cover of the October issue of Harper's Bazaar. After a mysterious stint at Cirque Lodge rehabilitation center that later turned out to be for depression, Dunst states, "Everyone goes through a hard time in their life." "Now, I'm great."

The cover looks great with Dunst doing something most stars are unwilling to do on any cover other than seventeen - smiling.

Denim it Up

2008-08-30T22:54:00.003-05:00

While H&M is already known for its inexpensive clothing, there is another deal going on that you may want to take advantage of. Women's and Men's jeans from $19.90 and kids from $9.90.

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Next on the Runway

2008-08-28T16:06:00.002-05:00

Diane Von Furstenberg is sure getting a lot of press these days. It is reported that Whitney Port of "The Hills" will be working for her meaning that there will be cameras all around her studio and now Project Runway boasts that the contestants will be making a garment for her collection in its upcoming episode next week.

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Material Girl

2008-08-27T22:22:00.003-05:00

Who doesn't remember the outfit Madonna wore in the material girl video when she acted like Marilyn Monroe in "Diamond's are a Girl's Best Friend". Who else could actually pull off acting like Monroe? And that Gaultier black satin conical bra she wore on the blonde ambition tour. Madonna has had some crazy outfits and now they are to be on display in February at the Old Truman Brewery in East London. The exhibition will be entitled "Simply Madonna, Materials of the Girl" and the pieces are assumed to be auctioned afterwards.

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Tautou for Chanel

2008-08-27T22:14:00.004-05:00

While Shirley McClaine may be acting as the fashion guru in a lifetime movie, it is Audrey Tautou, the current face of chanel no. 5, that I am looking forward to seeing playing Coco Chanel. Karl Lagerfeld will be involved in re-creating the costumes of the time, which obviously makes the film a must see. Filming starts September 15 in where else?, Paris.

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Bravo Zoe

2008-08-26T18:14:00.002-05:00

Rachel Zoe is premiering a new shoe on Bravo all about her work as a celebrity stylist. In a quote, Zoe states, " The biggest challenge of my life is trying to have a personal life and trying to build my brand." Zoe is best known from working with celebrities such as Joy Bryant, Molly Sims, Anne Hathaway and more. You may remember her from her "feud" with Nicole Richie, but anyways, from water disasters to interns that don't get along be prepared to watch the series premiere on September 8th.

Making an Appearance

2008-08-26T12:12:00.005-05:00

Guess who is the new host of Nylon TV for ITunes?

British style icon Peaches Geldof.

It's been rumored that Ashley Olsen suggest Peaches move to New York, but whether or not that is true, she is here and she is ready to get her talk on. Watch the preview episode here

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Model Live

2008-08-26T11:59:00.003-05:00

Vogue has a new online show which features new models Austria Alcantara, Cato Van Ee, and Madeline Kragh. The show follows these young girls as they get their start in fashion - each with a different story and struggles. The show airs online at bebo.com every friday. So far two episodes have aired one as just an introduction to the girls and the other about Cato's departure from her native Holland.

The Line-Up

2008-08-14T20:02:00.002-05:00

Target Go-International line-up for the next few months
Richard Chai
Jonathan Saunders
Thakoon

Rumor has it that Alexander McQueen may follow suit. If Only!

Coming to America

2008-08-14T19:51:00.002-05:00

So for the second year in a row a Brit takes the cover of September Vogue. Keira Knightley steals the cover. The magazine votes 798 pages of fashion, but less ads were taken out than last year - another sign that the magazine is struggling along with other conde nast publications.

Dare To Compare

2008-07-21T18:56:00.007-05:00

Gwyneth Paltrow vs. Maggie Gyllenhaal (both in Stella McCartney jumpsuits)

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Vogue's Mossy Cover

2008-07-15T14:33:00.002-05:00

Kate Moss graces the cover of Vogue and apparently she wants to prove that a mother can still have fun.

"I am still acting like a seventeen-year-old. I definitely haven't become middle-aged. I've got a house and a daughter and all that, but I still like to have fun. Even in my business we still have fun."

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Hot for Haute Couture

2008-07-06T13:08:00.002-05:00

Christian Lacroix has got to be one of my all time favorite designers. I guess it's because his haute couture designs are always reminiscent of one of my all time favorite eras, the Victorian Age. With all the lace and close attention to details, I find myself in awe.

Two pieces really caught my eye. The pink dress I think because the vast majority of the line was black and thus the color itself stood out and this black number.

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Ravashing in Red

2008-07-04T11:29:00.003-05:00

The Valentine couture show was held in the Place Vendôme showroom of the house, but what most people were concerned about was how Alessandra Facchinetti would do. This is her first show since Valentino retired leaving her in charge of the collection.

Valentino sat in the front row of the show and I've got to say while it defintily proves to be headed by a different designer, I liked it. And she made sure to end the show with Valentino's signature, a red dress.

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Ei, Ei Chai

2008-07-04T11:26:00.002-05:00

Richard Chai's new line is being shown off on Nylonmag.com and while I am personally not crazy about all the pieces, I really like the color block dress.

The line will appear in select Target stores in August.

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Say Goodbye to Paris

2008-07-01T21:23:00.004-05:00

Sean Avery whom I earlier wrote to be attending all the shows at Paris fashion week is nowhere to be seen . Apparently he was needed in the world of hockey and thus was unable to attend as previously planned. Avery's comment?

"I'm sad. I spent three days packing."

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Bathing Beauty

2008-07-01T21:16:00.003-05:00

The Fall 2008 Paris Couture shows have begun and I begin with showing off a Dior piece that I believe has taken inspiration from the old bathing suits of the 50's.

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Inside the "Secret World"

2008-07-01T20:33:00.002-05:00

I have just found myself mesmorized by a BBC piece I found on youtube entitled "The Secret World of Haute Couture". Expect to see apperances and interviews with Daphne Guiness, Karl Lagerfeld, John Galliano, and other "club members". The show takes you inside Paris haute couture fashion week and into a few closets of the rather wealthy. But be warned once you begin watching it's hard to stop and you will find yourself glued to the computer for an hour.

R.I.P.

2008-06-29T18:57:00.002-05:00

The beautiful "Russian Rapunzel" model Ruslana Korshunova, 20, committed was is apparently suicide yesterday. Investigators believe that she jumped from her ninth story baconey in the financial district of New York.

An article from the New York Post reads,

"I heard what sounded like a gunshot or a bomb or an explosion," said a stunned Con Ed worker talking to a cop nearby. "I looked down the street, and I say to the cop, 'Did that person just get hit by a car?' " said the worker, who identified himself only as Patrick, 32, of Brooklyn. The two men raced over. "Her arms were crushed," Patrick said. "Her head was on the left side and blood was coming out in a pool."

She was a beautiful model and the industry will be missing a piece without her.

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Lila Hearts her Mom

2008-06-27T15:16:00.002-05:00

Kate Moss was captured walking down the street with daughter, Lila in a t-shirt that reads "I love Kate Moss"

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In the Dating World

2008-06-25T09:34:00.002-05:00

Rumors are circulating that Agyness Deyn and Strokes' lead guitarist, Albert Hammond, Jr. are an item. New York Magazine states that while attending the Songwriters Hall of Fame Awards -

"First the two unabashedly engaged in public displays of affection on the red carpet — an embrace here, a kiss on the cheek there."

We shall see...

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IMG? like OMG!

2008-06-23T16:30:00.002-05:00

Taylor Momsen of the CW tv show Gossip Girls has signed with IMG modeling agency. At only fourteen, she's one of the youngest girls with the agency.

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No, No, No

2008-06-23T16:23:00.002-05:00

One of my favorite fashionable Brits, Amy Winehouse, has found herself in a little bit of trouble once again... but she just wouldn't be who she is without that trouble huh? Reports say she has been diagnosed with emphysema for what her father says is her use of crack cocaine.

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A Change of Scenery

2008-06-23T16:19:00.003-05:00

It appears that hockey player turned Vogue intern will be making quite the appearance at the couture shows this year. He will be at all of them. As he puts it,

"It doesn't get bigger or better than Paris couture, right?"

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Dresses Dresses Everywhere

2008-06-23T12:46:00.005-05:00

One of my favorite actresses/singer, Zooey Deschanel, talks dresses and fashion inspiration in this short video from Style.com

Shoe Mania

2008-06-23T12:38:00.002-05:00

I'm loving this new show airing on myspace.com/fnshoestar. It's called FN shoe star (FN as in Footwear News magazine) and the episodes are quick 10 minute pieces in which contestants create different shoes and show them off to judges (guest judges so far have included Steve Madden, Pat Fields and more)

The last episode is yet to air but I have my hopes set on Ryan.

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Driving School with Lagerfeld

2008-06-21T13:54:00.003-05:00

While Karl Lagerfeld may control the streets of fashion, who knew he was controlling the streets of, well, France? Not really, but he is bringing awareness to drivers to wear a bright colored vest when driving at night. The ad, in French, reads

"It's yellow, it's ugly, it doesn't go with anything, but it could save your life."

So would Lagerfeld wear this or his driver?

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A Night with Knightley

2008-06-21T13:50:00.003-05:00

I've been noticing Keira Knightley alot recently. While she's been in the tabloids a lot recently under reports of allegedly being anorexic (and i must say she is looking quite skinny...) It's the glamour that has struck me the most. She's really transformed from the sporty Bend it like Beckham star we once knew. I especially adore the Chanel pantsuit she wore at the premiere of her new film (in which she sings) The Edge of Love.

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The Fairest of them All

2008-06-16T10:56:00.002-05:00

Amid all the talk of her speech at a CFDA hosted event in which many spoke of the health of models and their expectations bestowed upon them, Coco Rocha will now be appearing in a Neiman Marcus cataloug ad. I love the photos. Very crisp and white.

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Not your MoMa's Party

2008-06-15T10:53:00.003-05:00

Many turned out for the Musuem of Modern Art Party. My two favorite looks were the classic Claire Danes and the always hip M.I.A.

Garden Party

2008-06-13T11:17:00.002-05:00

Video is out of the Resort Collection show of Stella McCartney in New York. Models sit around licking lollipops and blowing bubbles as Stella speaks about the collection.
Enjoy.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j44UrMlbRMY

A Little Inspiration

2008-06-13T08:57:00.003-05:00

While browsing the Steve Madden site I came across an intresting similarity...

Living the Urban Life

2008-06-12T09:30:00.003-05:00

I popped into Urban Outfitters yesterday and was pleasantly surprised with their selection of fabulous sandals. The clothes this time around were so-so but I have an obsession with sandals and it's hard to resist these!

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Can it be?

2008-06-12T08:54:00.006-05:00

I noticed a little something the other day...

So while Lindsay Lohan may be walking tall in her Balenciaga gladiator heels, she also appears to be rocking what? Urban Outfitter flats?

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I Have Returned

2008-06-09T07:05:00.004-05:00

My trip was fabulous. The fashion, the architecture, the culture is so intriguing. A few pictures for your thoughts:

Baby went to Amsterdam

2008-05-26T11:12:00.002-05:00

I'm heading off to Amsterdam, The Hague, and Germany next week and plan to upload many pictures of the beautiful life and fashion which awaits me there

So be on the look out!

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Under the Sea

2008-05-26T11:02:00.002-05:00

Marcelina Sowa models dresses from Missoni to Lanvin in this underwater shoot.

I do believe this is a swan dress - sort of like the one Bjork wore on the red carpet which caused quite the stir.

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Vogue Chooses..

2008-05-23T12:34:00.003-05:00

There is discussion that Kate Moss may be the cover girl for the August Issue of Vogue. She has been seen out and about with various members of the Vogue staff, but it is set that the star to grace the Fall Fashion issue is Natalie Portman.

Wednesday was her photo shoot and it can be expected that she will be showing off her recently launched line of vegan footwear, Te Casan.

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Inspiration

2008-05-23T09:21:00.003-05:00

Mary-Kate and Ashley have been working on a new book entitled "Influence" The book will feature those who have inspired the girls in the fashion sense. Artists reported to be included are: Christian Louboutin, Lauren Hutton, Robert Lee Morris, Terry Richardson, and Jack Pierson.

Mary-Kate stated about the book

"Ashley and I interviewed the people who have inspired us, with the hope that they will inspire and teach others."

The book is due out in Fall 2008.

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Bedazzle

2008-05-23T08:26:00.003-05:00

Michelle Williams showed up in a Chanel Haute Couture Dress at the Cannes Film Festival to promote her two new films "Wendy and Lucy" and "Synecdoche New York". Sources say that she made a last minute decision to show up at the film festival. This marks her first major public appearence since the death of Heath Ledger.

I think she looks absolutely stunning.

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Miss Multitask

2008-05-22T20:39:00.005-05:00

While you may be noticing that you've seen Agyness Deyn all over the place: in the Burberry ad, walking a majority of the major fashion labels shows, and in pretty much every fashion magazine out there - she's now doing the new thing - multitasking.
She's got a new single out with Five O'Clock Heros called "Who" (click to see the music video here). She is also starting her own band called Gene Jacket.
Now the new news is that she will acting in a short film with bandmate Alanna Masterson. She plays the imaginary friend of James, a boy whose sister has recently passed away.
Of the part she said:
"I kind of feel like fish out of water, and I’m finding a big pond to swim in. I just like opening up different channels and keeping myself interested.”

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Let's Collaborate

2008-05-22T18:56:00.003-05:00

Patricia Field, the famed stylist of Sex and the City, is set to collaborate on a line with M&S. The theme is (no surprise here) "Destination Style New York" and set to hit stores in October of this year.

Mixed Reaction

2008-05-22T18:44:00.003-05:00

So while everyone seems to be praising Eva Herzigova's look on the red carpet at the Cannes Premier of "Che", I have to admit I'm not exactly liking the look. Sure, she looks better than she did last year (although it certainly isn't easy to rock the red carpet when pregnant), The outfit though definitely rebellious isn't for me.

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Ruffle-rific

2008-05-22T17:55:00.004-05:00

Natalie Portman donned a Givenchy dress at the amfAR event in Cannes. It reminds me of the oragami look that Dior wowed us with in their couture collection.

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Making a Splash

2008-05-19T08:50:00.006-05:00

The Chanel Cruise show was held at the Raleigh Hotel by the pool. The runway weaved around the pool, luckly no one fell in! After the show a group of syncronized swimmers jumped in wearing the letters "C-H-A-N-E-L"

The introduction to the show (Sasha opened and closed) is here on youtube

Carrie's Comeback

2008-05-12T20:07:00.002-05:00

It's official- Sex and the City is back and those fashion risks are back too

Do you think she's channeling Isabelle Blow?

Adding to the Resume

2008-05-07T15:26:00.003-05:00

Scarlett Johansson's new cd is coming out May 20th with bad reviews. It's a compilation of Tom Wait's songs.

Click here to listen for yourself.

Who's Ugly?

2008-05-07T09:47:00.003-05:00

New looks from the season finale of Ugly Betty.

Set to make cameos: Naomi Campell and Lindsay Lohan

Apparently there will be a softball match between Elle magazine and Mode Magazine. This scene is supposed to be a high school flashback.

Up Up and Away

2008-05-07T07:15:00.002-05:00

Little tidbits from the Met Costume Institute Gala the other night:

1. Marc Jacobs confessed to wearing superman underwear under his tux

2. Scarlett Johansson accessorized her Dolce and Gabanna dress with a new engagement ring from Ryan Reynolds.

3. Christina Ricci left immediatly after realizing that Anna Wintor did not seat her with her boyfriend Kick Gury

4. Vera Wang didn't wear a bra.

Oh Oh Superhero!

2008-05-06T15:27:00.005-05:00

I was so excited to look at the photos from the Met's Costume Instutue Gala and now they are finally on style.com

My favorite Looks:

Zac Posen with Kate Mara in Zac Posen

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen in Diane von Furstenburg (pictured with Christian Louboutin)
Lily Donaldson in Burberry

Coco Rocha in Pucci

Naomi Watts in Fred Leighton Jewels

Looking Towards the Future

2008-04-29T19:53:00.002-05:00

Vogue Italia will be featuring an all-black issue in response to the lack of color in fashion magazines and on the runway. Models set to appear in the issue include: Jourdan Dunn and Liya Kebede so far.

So even if it's going to cost you that ungodly fourteen bucks for the international issue (which will be appearing in July) get it. It's going to make history

It's Coming...

2008-04-28T18:28:00.002-05:00

The Metropolitan Musuem of Art's Costume Gala is coming May 5th! This year the theme is "superheroes".

"Today, superhero imagery has suffused almost every aspect of popular culture," said Andrew Bolton, Curator in the Metropolitan Museum's Costume Institute. "The superhero's iconic costume of cape, mask, and bodysuit finds many fashionable permutations. But fashion's embrace of the superhero extends beyond iconography, to issues of identity, sexuality, and nationalism. Fashion shares with the superhero an inherent metaphorical malleability which fuels its fascination with the idea and the ideal of the superhero."

Celebrity rumored to be attending the event are Scarlett Johansson, Kate Moss, Clare Danes, Rachel Bilson, Liv Tyler, Joy Bryant, Kate Bosworth and many others. But I haven't seen Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen (regulars at the event) on any lists.

The main question is "What will they be wearing?"

Redefining a Classic

2008-04-22T16:48:00.003-05:00

Once again Gap is collaborating with many a designer to re-invent the classic white shirt. You can find them on their website. Ranging from 78-88 dollars my personal favorites are the patchwork shirt by Band of Outsiders (seen on Chanel Iman at the launch party here) and the low tie neck top by Philip Lim.

Karl is Action-Packed

2008-04-10T16:09:00.003-05:00

Who's the newest face of Grand Theft Auto?

Why, Karl Lagerfeld of course! The Chanel designer will be featured in the video games 4th installment as a radio dj. He picked his favorite tunes (electronica, dance) for the game.

According to Lagerfeld, "They had written a politically incorrect dialogue," the designer said. "I loved it, [particularly] in a time when everybody wants to be so politically correct when they talk."

Dunst you love it?

2008-03-31T20:54:00.002-05:00

The Kirsten Dunst for Miu Miu ads are so much fun. I think the campaign is doing such a great job with celebrities (I mean hey I'll admit I even liked the ads with Lindsay Lohan.)

See for yourself.

The New Side of Chloe

2008-03-15T10:02:00.002-05:00

The NY Times announced

"Chloe has just announced that Paulo Melim Andersson has stepped down as creative director after less than 18 months with the Paris house. Hannah MacGibbon will take over. A graduate of Central Saint Martins, MacGibbon worked with Phoebe Philo from 2001 to 2006. Ralph Toledano, the chief executive of Chloe, declined to comment on Andersson’s departure. A former assistant at Marni, Andersson had a difficult time capturing the spirit and energy that Philo brought to Chloe, or providing a new direction."

I can't wait to see what is done with the line!

Fur-licious

2008-03-06T19:57:00.004-06:00

I was looking at my favorite style website style.com for the most recent fall fashion shows and i must say I'm in love with the Giambattista Valli fall collection. It's very neutral colors with some red for pop, but the fur is fabulous.

a La Marilyn

2008-02-20T15:43:00.002-06:00

Lindsay Lohan has been known to idolize Marilyn Monroe and now she's doing it in print (again). Recreating the photo shoot right before Monroe's death, Lohan is showing off more than she has before for New York Magazine. Find them here on the Magazine's website including outtakes.

Getting a little Loony

2008-01-24T17:56:00.000-06:00

You've probably already seen the cartoon-ish new Prada advertisements but Miuccia Prada is taking the prints one step further - film. "Trembled Blossoms" will be unvieled on Febuary 5th at the SoHo boutique and will feature Miuccia's sketches of fairies, butterflies, and what else? handbags.

Check prada.com the video should be uploaded soon.

J'adore Dior

2008-01-24T17:40:00.000-06:00

I just browsed through the Paris haute couture show and there are no words. The looks are fabulous and I honestly have no favorites. The layer upon layer at Lacroix, the balloon hems at Dior, and the 75 foot tall replica of a chanel cardigan definitly stand out (and another new one: the models wore flats!)

Bada-Bing

2008-01-21T20:01:00.000-06:00

I recently found these photos by David Lynch featuring Christian Louboutin shoes. There are a total of five prints with five shoes.

Louboutin said, “The models wore these unwearable shoes with natural grace. Their very white skin, very dark eyes and bright mouths melded with Lynch's aesthetics… As is his habit, David Lynch made it into a décor populated with shadows.”

The series Fetish is on display at Galerie du Passage in Paris.

Looking Towards the Port[er]

2008-01-21T16:42:00.000-06:00

I recently stumbled upon an up-and-coming designer that I think we are going to have to keep our eyes out for. The brand is Porter Grey and it was created by two sisters - Alexandra and Kristen O'Niell. The brand was named after the girls' grandmother. You can find the items from their collection on shopbop.com

February Sweetheart

2008-01-18T06:46:00.000-06:00

I've been pillaging my local CVS for the new february issue of Vogue. The January issue is always so small and I literally read it in one sitting. So finally the new issue is out with a suprising newcomer, Kate Bosworth. In her interview she discusses weight loss due to stress, ex Orlando Bloom, and current boy toy James Rosseau

Oh La La Leg

2008-01-10T17:50:00.001-06:00

Victoria Beckham has had a big year this year. From her documentary, Coming to America focusing on her move to L.A. to becoming not only a fashion icon in Britain but also on this side of the pond, she can now add showing off a little leg in the new all-American brand's Marc Jacobs Advertisements.

Oui Oui for Chloe

2008-01-02T18:22:00.001-06:00

Chloë Sevigny is officially launching her new clothing line with boutique Opening Ceremony. In February's edition of Teen Vogue, Sevigny stated that the line represented her high school years and have a preppy look. She cut out pictures of celebrities in their bathing suits and drew over them because she said she has a limited sketching ability. Oh well the pictures I've seen so far are fabulous. So hopefully you're located in New York or L.A. to check it out!

I'm Sorry am I drooling?

2007-12-20T13:51:00.001-06:00

Sigh.

Kirsten avec Miu Miu

2007-12-12T20:40:00.001-06:00

Apparently Kirsten Dunst will be the new face for the Miu Miu ad campaign. She will be the face of the Spring 2008 ads. We've already seen what Miuccia can do for Selma Blair, Maggie Gyllenhall (and how she even made Lindsay Lohan look pretty darn cool)

Actually, I like Dunst so hopefully the pictures are unique as we've seen before

Well Hello Kitty

2007-12-01T13:18:00.000-06:00

An Amusing story for you:

An old hello kitty gadget is being re-introduced to the global market. A shoulder massager. There seems to be a lot of controversy associated with it though. Says Andrea Sobel, vice-president of the American Sanrio company, “I have no idea what people may have used it for,” she said. “The product was marketed as a shoulder massager. That’s what it was sold as.”

A Little Remodeling

2007-11-23T10:47:00.001-06:00

Style.com has gone through some new renovations. It appears that the website is no longer home to both W magazine and Vogue. W Magazine now has its own website and Vogue is still attached to the site.

Unlocking an Hermes Kelly Bag

2007-11-21T22:17:00.000-06:00

So we've all heard the rumor of a giant waiting list for any Hermes bag, but what's the truth. I went into the Hermes store in search of answers. How many people are on this list? How does it work? etc. etc. Well it turns out, the buyer ready to set down a few thousand dollars chooses everything from size to leather to color of the bag writes it down on a sheet with their Name Address and Phone Number and when said bag enters their local store they are called and can claim their bag. Well apparently the list is kept hush hush as well as its contents. The very nice salesman I spoke with said that they aren't even allowed to talk about their bags over the phone.

So hush hush, I probably wasn't even supposed to tell you.

"This is my Mother's house"

2007-11-20T14:02:00.000-06:00

I just recently sat down to watch the documentary "Grey Gardens" after seeing almost every fashion magazine do their take on the film. It was extraordinary. I now find myself quoting the two Kennedy outcasts on a daily basis. Saying things such as "I'm a STAUNCH character!" and "I'm really an organized person I just can't find it -you see?"

So as I researched more about the film I ran across something VERY interesting. It's being made into a film. And who will be playing little Edie you ask? Why Drew Barrymore.

I don't know if I'm liking this or not.

2007-11-17T20:05:00.000-06:00

The London times ran an intresting article on what is in so famous British celebrities bags -- toys, airborne and even tabasco sauce.
"VICTORIA BECKHAM
My favourite is my Hermès Kelly bag, in which I always carry my DVB sunglasses, my BlackBerry, a small make-up bag with a few essentials, baby wipes, some toys for the boys when they’re out and about and a spare nappy for Cruz.
SAVANNAH MILLER
I love Luella’s bags – they are beautifully made and you don’t see them everywhere. Inside is my BlackBerry, which has changed my life; Ruby & Millie Face Gloss, which gives a natural glow and stops you looking like a dog’s dinner; Airborne Formula, a fizzy vitamin thing that is amazing for avoiding bugs on planes; Oyster card; pictures of my family; and a Moleskine sketchbook.
NIGELLA LAWSON
I feel rather antilabel about handbags these days – they’re all a little too Wagtastic. I’m using an anonymous suede bag by Fratelli Rossetti. Inside is a Givenchy powder compact in Happy Sun, a Letts Ladydate diary, a tube of Colman’s English mustard, a mini supply of Maldon salt, a mini bottle of Tabasco, my BlackBerry and a digital camera for taking pictures of everything I eat.
ROKSANDA ILINCIC
My bag is a Chanel 2.55 that was a present from my husband three years ago. I still haven’t found anything that could replace it. Inside are my two favourite lipsticks, Amplified Orange by Mac and a shocking-pink YSL; my LG Shine mobile, which doubles as a mirror; Shu Uemura Depsea Water in Rose and Shu Uemura mascara; YSL vintage sunglasses; Flavigny Pastilles, preferably violet flavour; and my Eiffel Tower gold pen, found when tourist shopping in Paris.
COLEEN McLOUGHLIN
I’m using a classic black leather Chanel bag. I use the same routine when it comes to packing it and follow it religiously: diary, camera (you never know when you will need one), St Tropez Bronzer, Nars blusher, Pout lip plump, YSL mascara, my own Coleen X perfume, green Wrigley’s Extra, credit cards and money in case I need to take a taxi. "

Some Like it Hot

2007-11-17T19:59:00.001-06:00

So, who doesn't love Marilyn Monroe in the Seven Year Itch and Some Like it Hot?, but new photos have recently been released showing how she looked before the glamour years, and I've got to say the transformation is spectacular. She grew up Norma Jeane but changed her name (kind of like Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany's no?)

The Big One

2007-11-16T16:31:00.000-06:00

I know everyone has already heard that the infamous HBO show Sex and the City is making its way to the big screen -- but to tide you over until it actually comes out here are some shots from filming

A Bit of Spice

2007-11-16T16:16:00.000-06:00

They're back and skinnier than ever (well some of them) The Spice Girl tour has begun and if you want to go back to your younger days of dancing to If you wanna be my lover buy a ticket -- they may be in a city near you

Greetings

2007-11-15T17:33:00.000-06:00

Sorry it's been so long will write again shortly

Times They are A'Changin

2007-10-29T21:28:00.000-05:00

Two words you never thought you would hear in the same sentence :: Robert Cavalli and H&M.
That's right Cavalli is designing the next inexpensive line for the store. Expect long lines at all stores when it launches on November 8 (don't tell me you forgot about the Stella McCartney raid already?) He's calling this collection his "flash collection" and it will feature his signature leopard print.

Oh Sweet Nostalgia

2007-10-22T17:28:00.000-05:00

In the October issue of Vogue magazine writer Joyce Maynard was featured. The article intrigued me because it was about an author who wrote a novel looking back - the catch is she was looking back on her life at only eighteen. The article can be found here. The novel Looking Back is really intriguing about her life growing up in the sixties covering events such as beatlemania and those wonderful sitcom television shows (andy griffith and i love lucy ring a bell?) I had to buy it offline because the novel is a nightmare finding in stores (it could be out of print) anyways invest - you'll love it

You're my Shining Star

2007-10-18T22:21:00.001-05:00

Sitting at the computer bored? Dress up ashley olsen's stardoll online. It might entertain you for 5 minutes and is quite silly.

Sinatra said, New York New York

2007-10-18T22:13:00.000-05:00

Micheal Kors wins my heart with this look.

An Apple A Day..

2007-10-10T16:21:00.000-05:00

Louis Vuitton sent the first dozen or so models out in nurse type costumes putting more emphasis on the bags, but I've got to admit I do not like those transparent dresses they have one. yuck. Others war huge gauzy type bows in their hair.

You know it's Paris fashion week when..

2007-10-08T18:15:00.001-05:00

The Olsens arrive in high style

Wear you Say?

2007-10-03T18:12:00.000-05:00

whowhatweardaily.com is one of the neatest websites I've seen (though it could use a bit more organization) check it out. it shows exactly what celebrities are wearing and you can even ask them for specific information on a look.

Via E-card

2007-09-25T19:55:00.000-05:00

The New York Times did an article on e-cards and this amazingly witty site. Someecards.com The site is composed of some of the funniest cards I've ever seen and I immediately sent a few to some friends. So e-cards are no longer geeky attempts to cover the fact that you forgot someone's birthday.

I Love NY

2007-09-25T19:53:00.000-05:00

I just received the New Yorker style issue in the mail and am pouring over the witty stories and interviews. One of my favorite aspects of the magazine, the cover, was so perfect for the issue. I tried to fine the cover image online but failed. It has all these little old ladies living in shoes as the nursery rhyme says but a big pink pump is in the background and obviously not to the likings of the old ladies.

Alice in Wonderland

2007-09-24T18:32:00.000-05:00

The newest Go:International Designer at Target is Alice Temperley and I've already made a few purchases (and plan to make more..) The items are adorable. Black and White with hints of blues and pinks.

My personal favorites?

Venturing 'Into the Wild'

2007-09-20T17:21:00.001-05:00

I just saw an interview pertaining to the new movie "Into the Wild" starting Emile Hirsch. It's based on a book and I can't wait to pick it up. The novel follows the true story of a young man who backpacked around America in an attempt to find himself. After traveling the daunting wilderness of Alaska, the boy was found emaciated and dead in an abandoned bus which he had converted into his own home. The movie opens nationwide in October and was directed by Sean Penn.

Ch Ch Ch Ch CHECK IT OUT!

2007-09-10T21:25:00.000-05:00

There's a neat article on nytimes.com that you can find here. It profiles three stylists and what it is they actually do. my suggestion: read it.

Oh the Savagery,

2007-09-10T18:48:00.000-05:00

The fashion choices have been so good this year -- the trends so eloquent.

so why the hell did Britney Spears choose to wear this?

September Playlist

2007-09-05T21:09:00.001-05:00

1. Alfie - Lily Allen
2. Don’t think Twice It’s Alright - Bob Dylan
3. Rhythm and Soul - Spoon
4. Young Folks - Peter Bjorn and John
5. D-A-N-C-E - Justice
6. Bucky Done Gun - M.I.A
7. Like A Rainbow - Rolling Stones
8. Woman - Wolfmother
9. Fire Eye’d Boy- Broken Social Scene
10. Pull Shapes -The Pipettes
11. In The Morning- Razorlight
12. The End Had No End- The Strokes
13. Hanging On the Telephone- Blondie
14. Love is No Big Truth- Kings of Convenience

Tuck It In!

2007-08-30T19:46:00.000-05:00

I love this look on Mary-Kate Olsen. I am trying so hard to pull off the tucked in look. And the purse zut allor! how can she fit her life in that?

Leave Her a-Lohan

2007-08-23T20:31:00.001-05:00

So just finished reading the September Elle article about Lindsay Lohan in which she explains herself as a girl just trying to live her life. She boasts about her career and "talents" (“I just want to be nominated for an award for all the work I’ve done. It’s so funny – people forget that I played two characters in Parent Trap when I was twelve years old.”)and throws down stupid jokes like "how do you make a blond laugh on Saturday? tell her a joke on Wednesday." Believe me when I say it's not worth your time. And as that t-shirt says "Leave her a-Lohan" (so that we don't have to suffer through seeing her anymore!!!!!

Here Comes the Bride..

2007-08-20T21:16:00.000-05:00

Who just got married? Why, it's A.C. Newman lead singer of the New Pornographers. Neko Case (another singer for the band) sang at the wedding for Newman and his wife Christy Simpson (marketing manager of their label Matador Records) Also, it was reported that band Mates of State sang their version of Gnarls Barkley's "Crazy" at the after-party.

The New Pornographers new CD is out entitled "Challengers"

Book Review To Come

2007-08-20T17:20:00.001-05:00

I just ordered a book with quite the intriguing title

Queen of Fashion: What Marie Antoinette Wore to the Revolution

Be ready for a book review.

She's Bacckk.

2007-08-16T18:36:00.001-05:00

Zandra Rhodes, known for her hot pink hair and zany colorful array of eyeshadow, is back in New York. She recently designed a line for Topshop and a make-up line for M.A.C., but Rhodes is back for the thing we call, fashion. Be prepared to see those colorful fabrics we've been missing.

You Ain't Nothin' but a Hounddog

2007-08-16T18:25:00.000-05:00

Today is the 30th anniversary of the death of Elvis, and fans are going Elvis paraphernalia crazy. This article is about an Elvis Presley vigil in Graceland, Elvis' hometown. Others are paying their tributes in Canada, some are remenicing on the way he changed their lives, and the Brits are paying their respects as well.

New Read

2007-08-14T16:14:00.000-05:00

Today as I browsed through one of my favorite stores ever (ahem, Anthropologie) I ran across a book that I just had to have. The photos and illustrations are amazing and it's definitly worthy of your bedside table. I found it on Amazon.com (one of my favorite websites) for you.