Carla Braccialini started her handbag company in Florence, Italy with her husband Roberto in 1954. She is the epitome of a self taught designer and craftswoman and therein lies one of the taproots of her success. I was fortunate to interview Ms. Braccialini after her presentation announcing a charitable initiative between Braccialini, Parsons the New […] Read More »
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Just click on the links to sign up and shop! Gilt Groupe Monday 10/5/09: Marco Bicego jewelry, md skincare, Michael Kors, Issey Miyake men’s, Rag & Bone, Steven Alan Tuesday, 10/6/09: Wendy Mink jewelry, Cockpit, PF Flyers, Love Moschino, Issey Miyake, HaaT, Naoki Takizawa, Bensoni Wednesday, 10/7/09: Valentino Pret-a-Porter, DayNa Decker, Alexander McQueen accessories, Ben-Amun […] Read More »
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Just click on the links to sign up and shop! Gilt Groupe Monday 9/28/09: Moschino Signature, Sydney Evan jewelry, Moschino jewelry and watches, Sergio Rossi women’s, LOVA & Relwen Tuesday, 9/29/09: Maurice Lacroix watches, Paul Smith and Mosley Tribes sunglasses, Yohji Yamamoto, Sofia Cashmere, Mary Norton Wednesday, 9/30/09: Rodial: Nature-Science skincare, The ProportionofBlu, Giambattista Valli, […] Read More »
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Just click on the links to sign up and shop! Gilt Groupe Monday 9/21/09: Jewelry from Armenta and Carla Amorim, & Loree Rodkin watches Billy Reid, Tretorn, MINT Jodi Arnold, ADAM, Abaete and more, Costume National shoes, Yohji Yamamoto, Costume National Tuesday, 9/22/09: Nina Ricci, Lauren Merkin, TechnoMarine watches, Ted Baker, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Neil […] Read More »
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Just click on the links to sign up and shop! Gilt Groupe Monday 9/14/09: Judith Leiber, Officina Del Tiempo watches, Judith Ripka jewelry, Elie Tahari men’s, PPD Paige Premium Denim, Matthew Williamson Tuesday, 9/15/09: Tory Burch clothes, shoes and handbags, Too Faced cosmetics, Swiss Army watches, Jacob & Co. jewelry Wednesday, 9/16/09: Vera Wang Collection, […] Read More »
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This week’s online sample sales include womenswear by Hervé Léger and Doo.ri, Calvin Klein and Carlos Falchi handbags, Kenneth Cole outerwear, L.A.M.B. watches, Stitch’s denim, Smashbox cosmetics, Marc Jacobs sunglasses and much more! Just click on the links to sign up and shop! Gilt Groupe Monday 9/7/09: Tibi, Thread Social and Laila Azhar Tuesday, 9/8/09: […] Read More »
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This week’s online sample sales include womenswear by C&C California and Rachel Roy, Bulga and Furla handbags, DKNY and Y-3 Adidas shoes, jewelry from Citrine by the Stones, denim by Paige Black Label and 7 For All Mankind, Burberry scarves, Dior sunglasses and much more! Just click on the links to sign up and shop! […] Read More »
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Just click on the links to sign up and shop! Gilt Groupe Monday 8/24/09: Lorelei handbags, Rhonda Faber Green Jewelry, Billionaire Boys Club & Ice Cream, Designer Accessories Sale, Visconti Pens, Marc Jacobs Collection Tuesday, 8/25/09: Generra Men’s, D&G Jewelry & Watches, James Perse, adidas Consortium, Elie Tahari shoes & handbags Wednesday, 8/26/09: Corpus, Stella […] Read More »
Shop this week’s online sample sales
In this week’s online sample sales you’ve got some pretty haute deals from luxury brands Fendi and Valentino and Yves St. Laurent, as well as tons of other great brands from Ed Hardy to Ella Moss! Just click on the links to sign up. Happy shopping! Gilt Groupe Monday 8/17/09: Vera Wang Lavender Label, DwellStudio, […] Read More »
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Just click on the links to sign up and shop! ideeli Sign up for ideeli to win handbags from Emporio Armani and Longchamp! Monday 7/27/09: Donald J. Pliner, Heartlooom clothing Tuesday, 7/28/09: Paige Novick jewelry, Knitwit cashmere Wednesday, 7/29/09: Mac & Jac ready-to-wear Thursday, 7/30/09: Denim of Virtue, Sweet Pea women’s tees and tank tops […] Read More »
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Just click on the links to sign up and shop! ideeli Sign up for ideeli to enter handbag giveaways from Longchamp, Lanvin and Miu Miu! Monday 7/6/09: Rampage handbags, Josie Natori, Five Fifty 5 dresses & tunics, Kelsi Dagger shoes Tuesday, 7/7/09: BCBG clothing and handbags, Antik Thursday, 7/9/09: MLH clothing Gilt Groupe Monday 7/6/09: […] Read More »
Jimmy Choo shoes and handbags to debut at H&M this Fall
Attention savvy shoppers: H&M just broke the news that British luxury accessory label Jimmy Choo is its next designer collaboration. H&M is known for bringing luxury to the masses but we never expected a union of this magnitude! Jimmy Choo will bring its highly coveted shoes and handbags to 200 selected H&M stores and the […] Read More »
Haute vs. Hot: Fringed Bags
Apparently the name of one of the new favorite ‘It bag’ brands of the stars doesn’t begin with an “F”, “G” or “LV”. And it’s not plastered with logos either. What it is covered in is fringe, this year’s throwback trend made current and oh-so-haute! And the brand is J.J. Winters! Celebrities like Vanessa Hudgens, […] Read More »
Celebrity Chic on the Cheap: Amanda Bynes is High (Waisted)
[Every week our style guru takes a celebrity look and breaks it down for you, our poor college fashionista. What does that mean? It means that while the celebrities are spending $5,000 on an ensemble, you don’t have to. All you have to do is click on the goods and – boom – you can […] Read More »
Haute Trend: Black with Gold Studs
Basic black paired with gold stud detail is this season’s hottest trend. Pair one piece with a simple look for rockstar style sans the punk effect. Shop these hot black and gold studded picks: 1. Maurie & Eve Velvet Leather Skirt with Stud Trim in Black, $90, Revolve Clothing 2. Alexis Bittar Square Ring with […] Read More »
In the Navy: Miu Miu’s Studded Shoulder Bag
What color is the new black? Depending on who you ask, the answers differ. But my pick is navy, thanks to this stylish, trendsetting tote. The Miu Miu Studded shoulder bag is the pick of the season, combining haute trends (stud detail and convertible straps) with a truly classic design. Miu Miu uses simple shapes […] Read More »
Celebrity Chic on the Cheap: Miley Cyrus Has a Fashion Theory
[Every week College Candy’s style guru Jill takes a celebrity look and breaks it down for you. What does that mean? It means that while the celebrities are spending $5,000 on an ensemble, you don’t have to. All you have to do is click on the goods and – boom – you can buy the […] Read More »
Tory Burch Fall 2009 Presentation
Last night found me at a fashion presentation for my favorite designer, Tory Burch. Her designs are a breath of fresh air, consisting of pieces that any and every woman can wear, anywhere. Her Fall 2009 presentation consisted of a multitude of day and evening looks, shoes, boots and handbags. Her design house is truly […] Read More »