Saturday, September 30, 2006

MENS: What To Wear, Couture in the City Fashion Blog

I've always like the idea of men exploring into their feminine softer side, and going back to basics.

The trend now is to wear a vest over a white classic long sleeved collar shirt.
This is a great example of What To Wear..




Dior Gillet Vest
Details:
-Flannelle chinee
-Four-button closure
-Sleeveless
-Two besom flat pockets
-Curved hem
-Straight shirttail with adjustable band
-Made in Italy
-Priced at $580.00

But never, let me repeat, NEVER leave the house without a travel bag! This Dior Homme Classic Travel Bag, will go perfectly with the back to basic outfit.

Dior demands a stylish departure with this sleek, sexy duffle. The logo-printed exterior zips open to a spacious inner chamber with ample room for travel essentials. Trimmed in smooth black coated canvas and iconic hardware.



DIOR HOMME CLASSIC TRAVEL BAG
Details:

-Logo coated canvas with smooth leather trim
-Brushed palladium-finished hardware
-Fine canvas interior with large zip compartment
-Metal address capsule dangles from handle on leather strap; capsule is embossed with "Follow -Me" message
-Extra-wide double-zip closure with honeycomb-textured nickel pull-tabs
-Comfortable rolled leather handles
-Side gussets unsnap for full opening
-18" x 12" x 11"
-Priced at $965.00

Visit eluxury.com to get your Dior Homme Classic Travel Bag and Gillet Vest Today!

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Friday, September 29, 2006

Burberry Prorsum Spring 2007 Mens Wear

BURBERRY PRORSUM SPRING 2007
The must-wear spring 2007 mens:

Blinding patent trench and sparkling sequined sweater over full linen trousers.



Jackets were tailored right to the body, with broad, peaked shoulders, nipped waists and a flare of volume in the skirt that was carried over to full trousers with deep pleats.



Shirts with pleated fronts, trousers with beaded stripes.





That's it for now..more to come!

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Friday Fashion Hotlist

Issue No. 58 of the Friday Fashion Hotlist: a weekly compilation of the cutest and coolest stuff Omiru’s Style Intelligence Report saw out there this week.

This week, we’re bringing back the Friday Fashion Hotlist with The Best Cardigan Sweaters to take you right into Autumn. We balance a sexy, mid-thigh length cardigan for women with a classic, heather grey cardigan for men.



Joie Don’t Go Cashmere Blend Cables | $285 at Shopbop
Bridges the gap between sweaters and sweaterdresses.



Luxe Winter Blend Button-mock Cardigan | $118 at Banana Republic
Classic cardigan for the Classic man.
Source: Omiru

Graham & Spencer Fleece Silk Jacket: Love It or Hate It?



Looking for a wearable version of all of the big, voluminous runway fashions for Fall 2006? Check out this relatively subtle Graham & Spencer Fleece Silk Jacket, which cleverly combines luxurious silk and workaday cotton.

I could totally see myself wearing this; what about you? Love it or hate it?
Source: FabSugar

Last Call for Contest Entries - Win Indie Jewelry!



Ok guys, I have 4 entries so far...it's not too late to send me yours. Just send me a picture of your latest shopping spree to win the beautiful handmade necklace by Stones on String
Source: Shopaholics Anonymous

Milan Spring/Summer 2007 Wrapup III



The clothes are composed of strong, bold colours: black, red, orange, purple and white. This collection was all about the sixties: from the short shifts to long, flowy dresses. At first glance, the Gucci girls looked more like 60s dolls than sexy dancing queens, but the extreme mini dresses prove otherwise. read more
Source: I Am Fashion

Lionel Richie's "I Call It Love" Video Featuring Nicole Richie



Has anyone else seen the "I Call It Love" video by Loniel Richie? The song is from Loniel Richie's new album "Coming Home" and it features Nicole Richie and Adam Rodriguez. I have to say that I really like the song and Nicole looks really cute. She's still tiny but doesn't look sickly. Let me know what you think. Click here to watch the video.
Source: California Style

Vivienne Westwood Nine West Shoes



The saucy older sister to all the peeptoes and mary janes floating around, these limited-edition Vivienne Westwood Nine West shoes play subtle sophisticate nine-to-five, five-to-nine.
Source: Kristopher Dukes

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Wednesday, September 27, 2006

Fab Fashion Blogs Weekly. Couture in the City Fashion Blog

Primp For Breast Cancer Awareness



Now, the designer t-shirt label Primp (beloved by Paris Hilton and Jessica Simpson) has created a line of comfy tops for the cause, complete with a pink-ribbon print and rhinestone detailing. Better yet, Primp and Shopbop (the tees' exclusive retailer) are donating a whopping 50 percent of the proceeds to the Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization.
Source: FabSugar

Mischa Barton’s Dress & Keds



I actually love this dress. It’s light and flowy and perfect for the breezy autumn day. It’s just a shame about the shoes. I know she’s promoting Keds here but you would have thought she would have worn something more sneakers appropriate! So a lesson for all you kids out there, no converse-like sneakers with wispy dresses. It just won’t work!
Source: Designer Fashion Addicts

Trendscape: Fall Wrap Dresses



Wool-blend Jersey Wrap Dress | $138 at Banana Republic

The holidays are months away, but it’s never too early to start wrapping yourself — in wrap-dresses!
Source: Omiru

Miami Style



I didn't really notice any huge correlations between the various outfits, but people definitely tried to keep their attire lightweight due to the hot, hot heat. Color is always in in Miami, so bring your bright clothes and fun patterns if you ever make your own trip!
Source: Shopaholics Anonymous

Milan Spring/Summer 2007 Wrapup I



Pringle of Scotland

I always thought Pringles was a sweater brand for guys. Hence I was surprised and delighted to find their SS07 runway for women, so casual, feminine and airy.
Source: I am Fashion


Top pick @ babyphat



While Babyphat can be quite garish, their latest offering for this Autumn/Winter, a kimono inspired blue belted sweater is ultra-chic & sexy.
Source: My Fashion Life

New Sienna Mills Pepe Jeans Campaign



Sienna Miller signed up as the face of Pepe Jeans a couple of months ago and the Autumn/Winter 06 campaign featuring her has just been launched. This new campaign is based on Michaelangelo Antonioni's 1966 movie Blow Up and features the actress as a 60s beatnik being photographed by a very groovy Austin Power type.
Source:
Denimology

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Friday, September 22, 2006

New York magazine presents: The Best Bets Shopping Event



New York magazine will host its first annual Best Bets shopping event on Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at the Altman Building. The event will carry only products featured in the popular Best Bets section of the magazine, bringing together a unique mix of merchandise at a variety of price points. New York magazine editors carefully selected the best designers in fashions, shoes, handbags, beauty and home accessories for the event, with most selling at 20 - 65% off retail. The event also features an on-site café from City Bakery, featuring Maury Rubin’s signature hot chocolate and pretzel croissants.

A portion of the event’s proceeds will benefit the Fund for Public Schools to improve public education in New York City.

WHAT: New York magazine’s first-annual “Best Bets Shopping Event”
To purchase tickets: www.nymag.com/bestbets

WHEN: Tuesday, October 3, 2006

Press Preview, 10:15 – 11 AM*

*by invitation only for accredited members of the press

Two ticket times for General Admission, 11 AM – 4 PM or 5 – 9 PM
(tickets in advance/$25, tickets at the door/$35)

WHERE: The Altman Building, 135 West 18th Street (between 6th and 7th Avenues).


Participating Retailers include:

Amedeo Scognamiglio Cameos * Areaware * Armand Diradourian Cashmere * Devi Kroell * Fountain Pen Hospital * F/S NY French Sole * Hable Construction * Helen Ficalora * Hyde * Jane August Handbags * John Derian * Jonathan Adler * Jo Malone * Kate Spade * Laboratoire Remède * Lacoste * Lilla P * Method * Penhaligon’s London * Rafe * Roberta Freymann * Satya Jewelry * Sean * Selima Optique * Skip*Hop * Yoyamart

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Matthew Williamson Embellished Jacket: Love It or Hate It?



I was all over Matthew Williamson's Spring 2007 runway show at New York Fashion Week, but I'm not loving this Embellished Cropped Velvet Jacket from his Fall collection and available for $1,760 here. Typically, I am drawn to beaded, vintage-inspired styles, and velvet, of course, is huge this season. However, I think this swingy, crop-sleeved jacket looks more granny than glam. But feel free to disagree and tell me what you think: Love it or hate it?
Source: FabSugar


Prada Tortoiseshell Platforms



Prada seems to be the only brand that are really rocking the tortoiseshell look and I love it. It’s not as tacky as leopard print can be so my animal print of choise this season will be tortoises.
Source: Designer Fashion Addicts


John Rocha - Spring/Summer 07




It was a contemporary affair at John Rocha this season. The collection was kept clean using a neutral palette of, black, ivory, brown, silver and khaki.

Ruffles and puffed sleeves added a modern Victorian quality and elegance to the loose fitting line accessorised with beanies and platform shoes.

Silk shirts, and parachute dresses were given detail with gathering and layered under sleeveless jackets, blazers and parka’s and over cropped trousers and crocheted leggings. read more
Source: My Fashion Life


Spring 2007 Fashion Week Notebook | Jay McCarroll


Photo Credit: NY Metro

Key Takeaways: Structured, chic, slick, monochrome or bright? We’re having a hard time putting one word to Jay McCarroll’s (of Project Runway Season 1 fame) debut solo show after winning back in 2005. (By the way, check out the adorable different colored headphones from his ‘05 collection.) Having met Mr. McCarroll backstage for an interview, we can see why it’d be hard for him to stick with the neutrals and strict shapes that many of the other designers preferred for this season. We loved that his show spanned the spectrum of literal black to white to yellow to blue to green to a mix, but the varied shapes made it occasionally hard to draw a cohesive sense from the line. Nevertheless, the rooster and helium blimp-prints in varying sizes along with the patchwork feel set this collection aside from others. read more Source: Omiru

Buy an Edun One T-Shirt, Help Fight African Poverty



Made from pure African cotton in Lesotho, Africa, proceeds of these Ali Hewson (wife of Bono) designed tees - along with Rogan Gregory - go to the Apparel Lesotho Alliance to Fight AIDS project, which provides education and medication for AIDS-affected families in Lesotho. For each shirt sold, $10 goes to the cause, in conjunction with Nordstrom's donation of $100,000 to ALAFA. Available only at Nordstrom.com.
Source: Fashiontribes


Street Chic - Wide Belt and Skinny Jeans



So, I was minding my own business at my jewelry sale, when a girl stopped by to look at my jewelry with the cutest outfit. You guys know me...I had to ask for a photo. I loved the way she put the outfit together - the wide belt over the button-up top - the skinny jeans over round toe pumps. It was such a cute outfit! read more
Source: Shopaholics Annoymous


The Economics of the Affair by Aesthetics + Economics. Has The Industry Been McFried?



Cathy Horyn of the New York Times recently wrote a rather sobering article titled "The End of the Affair" about the state of the fashion industry. Specifically, she discussed the seemingly stark outlook for talented designers which she attributes to a general decrease in appreciation for creativity in favor of the big, bad bottom line. read more
Source: Second City Style


The Cheryl Shops Fall Shopping Guide: Leggings
Love 'em or hate 'em, leggings are here to stay...well, for this season at least. They're a crucial part of the layered look that's so hot right now, and, bottom line, they keep your legs warm, which, in a New York City winter, is never a bad thing. read more
Source: Cheryl Shops


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Wednesday, September 20, 2006

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Kate Moss Goes High Waisted



Style icon Kate Moss recently showed up at Topshop’s Unique show at London Fashion Week wearing a high waisted, loose pair of jeans. Naturally, this means come Christmas, girls everywhere will be throwing out their skinnies and heading to the high street to get their own flared lookalikes. read more
Source: Designer Fashion Addicts


Everyone Loves Project Runway
Flypaper caught up with Alison Kelly of "Project Runway" at Emmett McCarthy's EMc2 in New York along with Kara Janx, Nick Verreos and of course, Emmett himself. Fans lined the street waiting to well-wish their favorite "Runway" designers, and Alison definitely has some interesting admirers. read more
Source: Flypaper


Cork Platform Giuseppe Zanotti Shoes


Maybe it’s my being the only porcelain-skinned doll around, maybe the natives can smell I don’t own flip-flops, maybe I talk a little trash about Los Angeles, but people assume I’m a Manhattanite transplant that hates on LA, though I’m actually, like, totally, from La La Land.
read more
Source: Kristopher Dukes


Rad Plaid from 3.1 Phillip Lim Will Easily Rock through this Season & into the Next


A key trend that emerged at the New York spring 2007 shows was plaid: the prime proponent was Alice Ritter, but this nifty lil' top is guaranteed to be right on point for a number of seasons to come.
Source: Fashiontribes


Accessories. Hot Handbag Alert! Hayden-Harnett's Fall '06 Collection Is To Die For...Film Noir Style

Make no bones about it...Second City Style LOVES Hayden-Harnett bags. Finally, after months of checking...the new Fall '06 collection is available on their site and are they gorgeous!
Source: Second City Style


Preppy Meets Rock


Image from Glam.com

Mena Suvari and Heatherette designer, Richie Rich

We all know plaid is back, but put it together with the preppy sweater paired with the studded belt and this look is smokin'! read more
Source: Shopaholics Anonymous


Spring 2007 Fashion Week Notebook: Doo.Ri


Photo Credit: NY Metro

Key Takeaways: Doori Chung is known for elegant draping, fabric gathers, and the small details that turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. Omiru is pleased to report that Spring 2007 does not disappoint. While her Fall 2006 collection featured wonderfully excessive draping and folds in jerseys with a palette of mostly blacks and some neutrals, her Spring 2007 line turns those styles and colors on their heads with delicate draping and neutral-intense colors. Lovely wide belts in matte metallics adorned waists below which ruffles gently fell and sheer greys and whites are layered over delicate dresses. read more
Source:
Omiru

Highly Versatile Teal Handbags
Let's face it: Handbags are expensive, but an expensive handbag can really make an outfit. read more
Source: FabSugar


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Monday, September 18, 2006

Sweater Dressing:IntermixOnline.com. Couture in the City Fashion Blog



Vince Striped Wrap Sweater- $285
Vince In a season where sweater dressing reigns supreme, Vince's hooded, striped wrap is an easy way to update almost everything you own.




Candela NYC Hooded Cocoon Sweater- $398
This amazing handknit sweater is made from thick yarns in a melange of colors, which are interwoven with gold metallic cord for a unique, tweedy effect.



Karoo Mark Eisen Cashmere Turtleneck Dress- $398
Although it's difficult to imagine right now, there are some blustery winter days when you just want to envelope yourself in luxurious cashmere - and this is the way to do it.

Shop IntermixOnline

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Foodie Fashion. Couture in the City Fashion Blog




Don't miss the opportunity to be part of the The Restaurant Show's first ever official after-show party 'Foodie Fashion', in aid of Action Against Hunger.


Chefs' Catwalk, delicious food, wine and cocktails - all for just £50.

Monday 18 September 2006 (6-10:30pm) - Book now to avoid disappointment!

Chefs' catwalk
Top chefs such as Antony Worral Thompson, Aldo Zilli, Marc Pierre White and Mickael Weiss as well as established designers and artists have been asked to express their artistic flair and customise blank chef jackets to be modelled on a catwalk and auctioned off alongside other fabulous designer contributions to raise much needed funds for Action

Against Hunger's life-saving work around the world.

Complimentary food, wine and cocktails will be served throughout the evening at this exclusive must-attend event.

For tickets or more information on 'Foodie Fashion', contact Julienne Ho on 020 7394 6300 ext 112 or j.ho@aahuk.org

Friday, September 15, 2006

Black is Back IntermixOnline.com: Shopping List Favorites. Couture in the City Fashion Blog

Top favorites: Tough Chic





Elisanero Buckle Moto Cowboy Boots- $995
New to INTERMIX is the utterly cool style of Italian bootmaker Elisanero. These beauties are cowboy boots at heart, with 3" slanted stack wooden heels and stitching and perforated detail at the top of the shaft.



Tara Subkoff for Easy Spirit Patent Slingbacks- $430
We simply adore these "Leena" slingbacks brought to us by Tara Subkoff, famed Imitation of Christ designer and fashion visionary.




Michael Kors Studded Roll Bag- $895
This is one duffle roll that you won't be taking to the gym... it's one of the hottest styles from Michael Kors' fall line. It is styled in luscious black leather and embellished with perforated leather strips.



Michael Kors Chain Trouser Belt- $195
This is a great fashion piece for the season and a must-have on many an INTERMIX staffer's shopping list.

Shop IntermixOnline


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Best Dressed Is? Couture in the City Fashion Blog

Actress Jennifer Aniston has been named as the best dressed woman of 2006.




In a poll conducted by People magazine Aniston topped the best dressed list with 54% of reader’s votes.

People editor Elizabeth Sporkin tried to explain why Aniston is the People’s choice: “She has a fashion sense that is very accessible.”

”She wears jeans and t-shirts and blazers. She dresses like a regular person, and her evening wear, if you were going to an event, you would think you could really dress like her.”

Halle Berry, Kate Moss, Jessica Alba, Beyonce Knowles and Eva Longoria all featured in the top 10 best dressed women.

However, British glamour model’s Jordan and Jodie Marsh received a lashing for their tacky style and were named as the world worst dressed celebrities.

Surely the American’s have got their own bad dressers…what about Bai Ling?

Source:

Who is your pick for best dress?

Jennifer Aniston
Kate Moss
Jessica Alba
Eva Longoria

Halle Berry

Beyonce Knowles

Bai Ling
Jessica Simpson
Olsen Twins
Lindsey Lohan


My favorite Jennifer Aniston ****


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Wednesday, September 13, 2006

Fab Fashion Blogs Weekly: New York Fashion Week

NY Fashion Week: Marc Jacobs



On Monday Marc Jacobs rolled out the shockingly 70s-green carpet at his Spring 2007 runway show for New York Fashion Week. The colorful rugs were a great backdrop for the neutral-heavy and gold-tinged line, giving the show a sort of Epcot Center vibe, while the clothes veered between trendy and totally theoretical. There were plenty of notable looks, including cool color combinations like pale yellow and dark gray, surprisingly attractive handbags, and unstructured multi-tiered dresses, as well as big bold prints combined in unfortunate ways. read more
Source: FabSugar

Cobalt Blue, Emerging Trend



My favourite shade of blue is cobalt so I love the fact it was all over the runways this season. Of course only time will tell whether or not it will be the red and grey of spring/summer but here’s hoping.
Source: Designer Fashion Addicts

Spring 2007 Fashion Week Notebook | Baby Phat


Photo Credit: Coutorture Media

Key Takeaways:
Funky layering with a liberal sprinkle of vamp. We saw many separately wearable pieces but no sense of cohesion within the line. Detailing ranged from cowl to circle-cut necklines and tweeds mixed with opulent satins. Swimsuits are featured as summer-wear with short kimono sleeve coverings. Suit sets mirror the kimono detailing, while dresses feature short flowy tails. read more
Source: Omiru

Looks to Keep for Spring 2007

Anyone else out there lovin' Fashion Week? While I like looking at runway shots to see what kinds of trends will be out in upcoming seasons, I also like to see what trends will still be in so I can reuse the previous season's looks. read more
Source: Shopaholics Anonymous

FASHIONWEEK Spring 2007: Calling Elegant Red Carpet Goddesses, Monique Lhuillier is Old World Glamour Central

Summary:
Dark outside and a sea of black dresses inside can make even the most festive parties and events feel rather grim at times. Thankfully Lhuillier came up with equally gorgeous & appropriate floor-sweeping columns in a delicious palette of cocoa, loden/olive, burgundy, cream, sage, and dark brown. Unlike many spring collections, prints were conspicuously absent. Waists were defined with a belt-like strip of pale brown embellished with a row of chunky stones. Complete with Robert Palmer-girl chignons & makeup, the collection epitomized classic glamour. read more
Source: Fashiontribes

Ultra Studs


Image: Style.com

Alexandre Herchcovitch and Diane von Furstenburg found a common interest in their vision for SS 07, with oversized metal studs showing up on both runways. Perfect for creating patterns, Furstenburg mixed her metals, while Herchcovitch stuck to just one color. read more
Source: StyleBites

Fashion Week Spring '07. Ashish N Soni


Photo by Coutorture Media

So far this is one of my favorite collections. Sorry it took me so long to post. Ashish Soni was the first Indian designer to be invited to participate in Olympus Fashion week a mere year ago. His aesthetic is deeply rooted in Indian culture but one can certainly see many western influences in his designs. His show last Friday was nothing less than amazing. He has honed his skill of meshing clean lines, draping, beading, brocade with stunning fabrics like silks, linens and chiffons. read more
Source: Second City Style Blog

I highly recommend reading these fabulous fashion blogs..!

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