Growing up, my mom always took me on shopping trips to Lord & Taylor for ‘big’ events (school shopping, holiday and party dresses, suits for job hunting, etc.) and as an adult, Lord & Taylor became one of my major go-to shopping staples. So I was thrilled to be invited by Lucky Magazine to a […] Read More »
Zara will launch online shopping in US this Fall; plus preview their Fall/Winter 2011 campaign
This just in – Zara will launch e-commerce for the U.S. starting this Fall! That’s right, on Wednesday, September 7 all of America will be able to shop Zara‘s fast-fashion goods ONLINE! That means no more waiting in line; no more heading to multiple stores in search of that hard-to-find item. And for those of […] Read More »
For a limited-time only – shop the Topshop Secret Store
Where can you find one-of-a-kind pieces by Pamela Love, Boutique, Meadham Kirchoff, Ann-Sofie Back, Unique, Nasir Mazhar, Michael Van Der Ham, Emma Cook and more? At the Topshop Secret Store! In this newly launched online store, you will find handcrafted limited-edition items by some of the most renowned New York and London-based designers. There’s a […] Read More »
Haute to shop: pieces from H&M Holiday 2010
Look all around you and you’ll see the stirrings of the holiday season – decorations, candy canes, lights, and holiday-themed apparel all abound. But you won’t find any snowman covered sweaters at H&M. (Thank goodness!) In the H&M Holiday 2010 collection, instead you’ll find a cute selection of perfect party dresses, adorable accessories, chic separates […] Read More »
Target news bits: Zac Posen, Rodarte and Target To-Go
Mark your calendars: word has it design wonder Zac Posen recently announced he’ll be the next to do a line for Target. We recently got all excited when we told you about his lower-priced line, Z Spoke by Zac Posen, and now Target too? We are so loving all of these high-end designers doing clothes […] Read More »
Rent the Runway: haute couture that you love, wear and return
UPDATE: Rent the Runway is currently INVITATION-ONLY. In order to join, please email me at editor (at) whatshaute (dot) com. Anyone who knows me well knows that I am a fickle shopper. ‘Buy today, return tomorrow’ has long been my motto. Not everything of course – I do like to keep my closet well-stocked. But […] Read More »
The Limited pop-up shop returns to Manhattan
Manhattan fashionistas who need their Limited fix and don’t feel like traveling to the mall can rejoice – The Limited pop-up shop is returning soon! For four days only, shop up-to-the-minute fashion for the young, professional woman. The shop opens October 14 and stays until October 17, from 6-8 pm. In NYC? Check it out! […] Read More »
Fashion’s Night Out #FNO09: Tory Burch, Catherine Malandrino and more
Fashion. Shopping. Celebrities. Entertainment. Cocktails. Giveaways. Those are just some of the words to describe Fashion’s Night Out #FNO09! I ventured out to visit a few of my favorite shops as well as some pop-up stores tonight and had a blast. Check out my coverage below: My first stop was at Tory Burch (Meatpacking). I […] Read More »
Five reasons to ‘Fall’ in love with H&M all over again
How do I love thee Fall collection at H&M? Let me count the ways: 1. It’s the perfect special occasion dress, $49.95 2. Haute couture that’s hotly priced, $59.95 3. A woven knit dress that looks chic with a blazer taking you through the workday; ditch the blazer and add statement jewelry and kitten heels for […] Read More »
American Apparel “Le Sac” Dress
Despite their attention-grabbing advertisements, I never really “got” the hype behind American Apparel, therefore I’ve never shopped there. But this weekend, out on a shopping trip in SoHo with my sister who just had to have a pair of the slit jersey leggings, I finally made my way in, and liked what I saw. Sure […] Read More »
Interview with Hillary Flowers
Some people you meet in your lifetime make you wonder if they have managed to cut a deal with the Universe for a few extra hours in their particular day? They accomplish so much and are effective in so many endeavors that it seems that they have discovered some secret. Hillary Flowers makes you wonder […] Read More »
Matthew Williamson for H&M debuts today!
Today is the debut of Matthew Williamson’s capsule collection for H&M. Out of all the collaborations the Swedish retailer has done thus far, this looks to be one of the most promising and exciting (aside from Roberto Cavalli, of course). Williamson is a British designer known for his technicolor-drenched collections. The launch starts with an […] Read More »
The Cube: Marshalls “Hip to be Square” Boutique Concept!
Huey Lewis said it was hip to be square but he had no idea just how hip! The hippest square around now is The Cube at Marshall’s. The Cube is a mini boutique – sort of a store within the store. I was already a fan of Marshall’s – I love off-price shopping! You wouldn’t […] Read More »
No One Else is MoMoFalana
The single most effective thing in standing out from others is how you dress. It is entirely possible to attract the attention of dozens of people by simply walking into the room wearing the right thing. The woman who commits to having a style that truly expresses herself without fear will have a huge advantage […] Read More »
Honeyshed – An Exciting New Way to Shop!
Describing itself as a cross between QVC and MTV, Honeyshed is an exciting new way to shop! The site sells fashion and beauty products, and gadgets via more than 400 entertaining infomercial-style video segments. HoneyShed is currently running a launch promotion called “Win Your Stash”. From now until December 31st, “stash” all of your favorite […] Read More »
Swarovski’s Holiday Gifts
Ever since 1895, Austrian brand Swarovski has been producing the finest, most beautiful crystal ever made. The company began manufacturing decorative stones made from crystal, and has since branched into haute couture fashion and accessories, creating crystal beading, jewelry, ornaments and figurines. This holiday season, gift your loved ones the gift of Swarovski crystals! The […] Read More »
Get Lucky this holiday season!
Lucky Brand Jeans is having a sale! Shop denim for everyone, and jewelry, cardigans, spiritual scarves, thermals, handbags and jackets for women, and jackets, leather accessories, sweaters, limited edition rocker tees, and leather jackets for men. From November 23rd through December 7th, take 50% off any item with the purchase of a pair of jeans*. […] Read More »
Anya Ponorovskaya, Designs Befitting…You
“I have so many different sides, I can never see being just one thing.” That quote is a great starting point in understanding Anya Ponorovskaya one of New York’s fastest rising fashion stars. In her short 5 years as a designer she has opened three stores and is eyeing her fourth. Anya’s designs are, in […] Read More »