Believe it or not, fashion week can be uber-stressful so any and all opportunities to take relaxing breaks are very much-welcomed. So I was thrilled to be invited to the exclusive New York Fashion Week retreat: The Future of Fashion hosted by Robert Verdi‘s Luxe Laboratory. Verdi organizes these fashion Week retreats with a specially curated group of partner brands in fashion, beauty and lifestylen to offer ‘exclusive services, little indulgences and innovative ideas that are shaping the future of fashion & the way we live’. The Luxe Laboratory is set up in an intimate, studio-style...  Read More..

*Editor’s picks: Burberry, Ella Moss, Cole Haan, Twinkle by Wenlan, Adidas SLVR, Juicy Couture, Giuseppe Zanotti, Amrita Singh Shop online sample sales for Wednesday 2/24/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Beyond the Rack: Burberry, Sunglasses, Ecko, Rivet de Cru, Glam...  Read More..

Burberry Prorsum at London Fashion Week (via StyleMaven) A Few Goody GumDrops is excited to share Josie Marin’s lipstick and recyclable tubes with you! Being High Maintenance, not Bitchy deflates Aqua 24 Viva Lips! cream claim to fame as a lip plumper. Couture In The City deflates rock and roll style with 2010 fall collection Diesel Black Gold Fashion Cents gives you the ammunition to address the style basics. Enter to win now! Fashion Hippo can’t believe the price of this chic Melie Bianco Satchel Handbag du Jour wants to know if you think the Alexander McQueen Thriller Faithful Glove...  Read More..

If you’ve had enough of the winter (we’re talking to you snowstorms), you’re probably already checking out spring fashions and deciding what to buy. Well so are we! And one of the must-buys on our list is a few pieces from the Jean Paul Gaultier for Target collection. The collection launches March 7, as part of Target‘s ‘Designer Collaborations’ series. Gaultier is the third designer in the series, which features “well-established designers who draw inspiration from a collaborative partner, muse or creative element.” Since we just couldn’t...  Read More..

Shop online sample sales for Tuesday 2/23/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Editor’s picks: Diesel, CHANEL Vintage Handbags, Olivia Harris Accessories, Plenty by Tracy Reese, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Velvet Angels, Dazzling Diamond Rings, Marc Bouwer Glamit!, Beyond the Rack:...  Read More..

Shop online sample sales for Monday 2/22/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Beyond the Rack: Muhammad Ali Memorabilia, Buffalo, Strellson, Covet, Ben Sherman, and GS Lillian Billion Dollar Babes: CHANEL Vintage Handbags, Karmel & Alden and Plume DD Push is an exclusive...  Read More..

Shop online sample sales for Friday 2/19/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Beyond the Rack: Calvin Klein, One Life, Classic Coffee & Tea by Yedi, Levante, and Sahani Billion Dollar Babes: Bread and Butter, Briana Erin, Sophia Carlo, Jennie Liu DD Push is an exclusive online...  Read More..

He was one of the most prolific designers of our time, known for his incredibly opulent and flashy collections, and his strong, loyal celebrity following. Equally loved and criticized, Gianni Versace, the Versace label, and the man behind it, stayed on the fashion radar. But behind all of the glitz and glam was a lot more. House of Versace: The Untold Story of Genius, Murder, and Survival, by Deborah Ball, delves into the storied life of the designer, his family, and his rise to fame. Ball, a former Milan correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, conducted interviews with Versace’s family...  Read More..

Ramona Singer of The Real Housewives of New York is back with new jewelry to wow us all. Her gorgeous, affordable, estate-inspired pieces have been exclusively available on HSN. With a new Real Housewives season about to air, get a head start on shopping for her new collection, which you’ll see highlighted on this season of The Real Housewives of New York. With an extensive design background, and a flair for fashion, Ramona’s new line consists of pendants, earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings that will be sure to please everyone. With glamorous art deco and auction-inspired designs,...  Read More..

The dilemma women often face when shopping for lingerie is sacrificing comfort for sexy. How great does the combination of comfortable and sexy sound when thinking about high-quality lingerie and loungewear? Well, that is just what Kristian Giambi had in mind when she designed Brulee, a luxurious line of lingerie that is all handcrafted in New York. Composed of fine materials, such as cotton, silk, and jersey, Brulee was born out of necessity. When she couldn’t find the type of loungewear she was looking for, Kristian decided to create beautiful yet sexy pieces that were feminine without...  Read More..

Nine West dresses at ideeli Shop online sample sales for Tuesday 2/16/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Beyond the Rack: Prada, Furla, Cocobelle, Evisu, Sporty K9 Billion Dollar Babes: Hobo International, Borba, Michelle Roy Designs DD Push is an exclusive online sample sale...  Read More..

The fashion world suffered a huge loss today. On the heels of the start of New York Fashion Week and several weeks before before he was set to unveil his new collection at Paris Fashion Week, it has been reported that iconic fashion designer Alexander McQueen has died. Reportedly, McQueen took his own life, three years after his close friend and mentor Isabella Blow, herself committed suicide. McQueen, in our eyes, was a fashion innovator and genius. He took all the right risks, always pushed the envelope with his creativity and continually made us fashionistas fall in love with his fashions, time...  Read More..

We recently stumbled upon some smokin’ hot shoes while perusing a bridal magazine. A preliminary search came up with a Facebook fan page but nowhere to buy! So we were thrilled to discover that the smokin’ hot footwear – H Williams by designer Heather Williams – was just picked up by Saks Fifth Avenue! Starting February 8, the H Williams “Rueda” zippered bootie in tan and blue python, ($895), along with the “Ruby” zippered cage flat in embossed rose python, ($475), will be available for purchase in the Saks 10022-SHOE department. If you can’t get to...  Read More..

A Few Goody Gumdrops is giving away a super-chic Oversized Red Wallet from designer, Khirma Eliazov for Valentine’s Day! Enter to win! Being High Maintenance, not Bitchy says whether you’re hooked or single, this Feb. 14 is a time to indulge in some retail therapy!” Couture In The City shows us how to plan the perfect Valentine’s Day! Fashion Cents gives you tips on how to spend this Valentine’s Day solo. Because even if you are part of a couple it is the same day as the NBA Allstar game so you may feel single. Fashion Fille suggests an adorable floral bag for your...  Read More..

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Just when I thought my search for bridal shoes was over, I found out some news that made me pause. I just discovered French-inspired, Brazilian-crafted footwear brand Pour La Victoire is set to launch its bridal footwear line in March! Imagine the European-styling of a sexy Pour La Victoire shoe combined with the elegance of a beautiful bridal gown and ta-da! – you’ve got a gorgeous collection of fashion-forward wedding footwear. I checked out the collection and there are some interesting looks, including your typical heels, flats and wedges, embellished with bows, beading, lace, crystals,...  Read More..

Shop online sample sales for Tuesday 2/9/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Beyond the Rack: FCUK, Helen Welsh, Tolani, and We Love Colors, and enter to win the Movado his and hers watch giveaway! Billion Dollar Babes: Nicole Miller, Erica Anenberg, Pur Cashmere, Gray Malin...  Read More..

you’re naughty for Christmas, you might wind up with a lump of coal in your stocking. But being bad for Valentine’s Day is totally appropriate. It’s the perfect time to be naughty – or give some naughty little gifts. So we’ve compiled the best in Valentine’s Day gifts to give or get for the bad girl in your life. But if you’re a nice girl (or like to pretend that you are), don’t worry – we found some great gifts for you too! Click the links and get to shopping! Nice Black Hound New York Valentine’s Pastry Assortment, $50 Aspinal of...  Read More..