In fashion, it seems that one designer finds a formula that works and everyone else goes with it. One such trend is the mock ‘croc’ rain boot, or Wellie. The Hunter Boot for Jimmy Choo croc Wellie was the first one i remember seeing and coveting but at the price ($295 at the time, $425 now), it was insanely out of my budget. At least for a rain boot. I opted instead for a pair of regular Hunter Wellies, at the low(er) price of $120. Then I learned of Pour La Victoire’s croc ‘Rus’ rain boot, which I also own (courtesy of PLV). This comfy boot was slightly less than...  Read More..

One of our favorite online sales is making its return today on theOutnet . They’re having a Christian Louboutin sale, full of those covetable red soled heels all of us haute ladies want. And they’ll be marked down, up to 60% off! So that means you can snap up a pair or two for yourself, or if you’re feeling especially generous, a pair for your bestie too. We’re sure she won’t mind. Don’t forget to sign up for theOutnet ‘s email newsletter so you’ll be one of the first to know when the sale starts! And remember to shop early – quantities are...  Read More..

The beautiful red rose background did not detract from Mulberry‘s vibrant Spring 2011 collection. Inspired by the movie “Grey Gardens” and the book “The Secret Garden,” Mulberry’s redheaded models rocked combos of caramel and denim, along with cobalt blues and an array of pastel – pink, purple and peach. The line was ultra-feminine, and garden-like, with florals, ruffles and bows making their way onto full skirts, chic shirtdresses, cropped tailored blazers over tea-length dresses and a few grown-up rompers thrown in. and the bags – of course it wouldn’t...  Read More..

I’ve raved about Ramona Singer’s jewelry collection for HSN before, but I wanted to let you know that the new collection, airing on September 20th, is nothing short of spectacular! This collection is a gorgeous mix of jade, diamonds, and precious stones in classy, old-world, elegant styles. Rev up your fall jewelry wardrobe with some pieces from this collection. This season’s collection introduces gold tones paired with citrine and honey quartz, exotic jade, and on-trend clover designs in emerald green. There are also pieces fashioned from wood incorporating precious stones and...  Read More..

In runway to real-way news, Gap announced it is teaming up with VALENTINO(!!!) to create a women’s capsule collection, designed by creative directors Maria Grazia Chiui and Pier Paolo Piccioli. But don’t whip your credit cards out just yet – the November launch is international only. Set to coincide with the opening of Gap’s Milan flagship store, the collection will only be available there, at Colette (in Paris), and in London at the Dover Street Market and the Gap London flagship store. Chiuri and Piccioli said: “We are very pleased that Gap thought of us as a partner...  Read More..

The Custo Barcelona show at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York is always a delight for the visual senses. We can always count on Custo for energetic colors splashed in varying ways throughout each and every garment. For Spring 2011, Custo Barcelona presented its “Fiction and Reality” collection, full of the brand’s signature artistic men’s and women’s fashions. Inspired by the geometric mobiles of Alexander Calder, the pieces highlighted conflicting but complementary visuals, like voluminous vs. architectural, simple geometric shapes coupled with empty spots,...  Read More..

Celebrity Chic on the Cheap: Katy Perry is Polka Dot Pleasant (College Candy) University of VA has a new class called “GaGa for Gaga: Sex, Gender and Identity” (The Frisky) La Mer launches The Eye Balm Intense (Beauty Blogging Junkie) Define your body WITHOUT making loads of unhealthy comparisons (Already Pretty) Guide to Gossip Girl hookups – video (Popsugar TV) Fall’s Cutest Coats – at Prices That Will Give You Warm Fuzzies (One is only $29!) (Lemondrop) Jessica Simpson‘s New Jeans Line: She’s All About Bringing Back the Flare (Glamour) Annoying ads targeted...  Read More..

We love pop art. And we live for shoes. So we’ll be saving up our pennies to live in these eye-popping, arty heels from the Nicholas Kirkwood x Keith Haring shoe collection. The famed shoe designer said he was inspired by Haring‘s work after watching the documentary, The Universe of Keith Haring. He stated, “I couldn’t stop thinking about how amazing and prolific he (Haring) was and how great it would be to incorporate his graphics into my designs. So I ended up approaching the Keith Haring Foundation. I had to really sell them the product, but I think they’re pretty...  Read More..

We’ve been waiting months to see what New York Fashion Week‘s new home will look like. And thanks to Stylelist, we’ve got a few exclusive images. StyleList.com, an official Fashion Week sponsor, got a first look at the new headquarters at the transformed Lincoln Center and it looks lovely! The tents at Bryant Park were iconic but the new space at Lincoln Center looks to be much more cozy and a great space to hang out in-between shows. Lincoln Center’s Damrosch Park features a larger space including four show venues, like The Theatre, (which can seat up to one-thousand...  Read More..

Last year marked the first annual Fashion’s Night Out, an initiative brought to you by VOGUE, Mayor Bloomberg, NYC & Company and the CFDA. This multi-retailer shopping event hit New York like a storm on the eve of Fashion Week! Last year, I celebrated Fashion’s Night Out by getting in as much shopping as one could fit into one night. I first stopped by the Tory Burch store in the Meatpacking District for shopping (plus my free camo bag with purchase), music and drinks. Next I browsed through Catherine Malandrino for more shopping, champagne and chocolates. I ended the night at...  Read More..

Last year’s Fashion’s Night Out found me at the Rachel Roy pop-up shop, shopping and partying with the likes of Estelle, DJ Lady Bunny, Renee Neufville of R&B group Zhané and of course, Rachel Roy herself. And this year I’ll be there again – mixing and mingling with Rachel Roy and top model Jessica Stam. For Fashion’s Night Out 2010, Roy collaborated with Stam to create a four–piece capsule collection for RACHEL Rachel Roy, available in Macy’s and on RachelRoy.com this October. But on Fashion’s Night Out, you can get styled by Roy and Stam and...  Read More..

“I was drawn to color this season. Both subtle shades and brighter – I was fascinated with how it would then be applied/placed on the body” -Designer, Molly Grad  Read More → Read More..

Happy Labor Day! Check out our round-up of haute links from around the web: 10 Ways to Have Better Sex (College Candy) Was summer 2010 your worst summer ever (Lemondrop) The worst dating advice from movies (All Women Stalk) Would you wear these? (College Fashion) Can your shoes clean the floor? (Fashion Pulse Daily) Fall’s hottest trends (Hot Beauty Health) 8 ways to transform his style (YourTango) Fictionary: Nail Fail resulting from a cocktail (Beauty Blogging Junkie) Jerry Lewis wants to smack WHO in the face? (The Frisky) Fall fashion tips for curvy girls (Fa(s)t Fashion) Can...  Read More..

At the start of every season, we always check out the new offerings at Nine West. It’s been one of our go-to shoe stores for years thanks to the on-trend, comfortable, durable and affordable shoes. So this season is no different. We previewed the Fall collection at the Palace Hotel a few months back and mentally made a list of what to buy for Fall. Check out our top three picks: Nine West ‘Estefania’ ($109) Calf hair shoes are always a fave of ours but even better when they’re in camoflauge! On the lines of the military trend, camouflage is making a return appearance...  Read More..

Isabel Toledo for Payless High Ghillie Isabel Toledo became a household name when she dressed Michelle Obama on Inauguration Day. And now, fresh off of her collaboration with Target with husband Ruben, she just launched her Fall footwear line with Payless ShoeSource©. Payless first joined the ranks of mass market retailers who collaborate with popular designers, several years ago with brands like Abaete, Lela Rose, Christian Siriano and now Toledo. The Isabel Toledo for Payless collection is currently available in stores and online with three handbag styles soon to follow. The shoes consist of...  Read More..

With every season comes more and more interesting designer collaborations and one of the most exciting ones we’ve heard about in a while is the H&M collaboration with Parisian fashion house Lanvin. Designed by Alber Elbaz, Lanvin’s artistic director and Lucas Ossendrijver, menswear designer, the collection will consist of both womenswear and menswear and will be available in stores on November 23, 2010. But fans will be able to preview the collection through a special film launched online at www.hm.com on November 2. Alber Elbaz commented: “H&M approached us to collaborate,...  Read More..

Summer may be ending but that doesn’t mean you can’t bear one of your best assets – your legs. Stash those short shorts but get ready to ‘Fall’ for short skirts. To get maximum exposure from your mini skirts, pair with a flowy top and blazer, ballet flats or platforms and of course, a smoothly shaved leg. Click the image below to learn more from Schick Intuition.  Read More → Read More..

We love it when fashion does good. Nine West is raising funds and awareness for Fashion Targets Breast Cancer through its Runway Relief campaign. Nine West partnered with industry heavyweights like the CFDA, photographer Nigel Barker, Sony, Omron, Elite, IMG and Marilyn modeling agencies, and top models Coco Rocha, Jessica White, Michelle Alves and Lisalla Montenegro, to participate. The models will rock the limited edition Nine West Runway Relief boot – each equipped with an Omron GOSmart Pocket Pedometer (HJ-303) to track how many steps each model takes throughout New York Fashion Week, from...  Read More..