Archives by date

You are browsing the site archives by date.

March 26, 2010

Web Snob Links of the Week

Stiletto Jungle reports that spring’s coveted Chanel Particuliere nail polish is back in stock, and available online.
Allie is Wired has the scoop on Madonna’s new “Material Girl” clothing line.
Finally, a truly stylish AND affordable eco-tote at Bag Snob.
Looking for a concealer with light coverage that can double as a highlighter? Get yours at Beauty Snob
Coquette finds some stylish t-shirts to dress up your spring!
Can you guess what Fashion Pulse Daily‘s ‘It’ Bag of the month is (hint: lots of hardware)? And, get an exclusive 20% off at HandbagHeaven.com!
The Jet Set Girls are giving away Physician’s Formula Makeup!
SHEfinds rounds up all the best online sample sales from across the web. Look no further.
Second City Style gets the scoop on the hot shoe trends for spring direct from Simon Doonan of Barneys.
Shopping and Info loves the wedge platform espadrilles trend that Jennifer Aniston wore in the Bounty Hunter movie.
StyleBakery hunts down this season’s most-wanted shoe styles – all for under $150.
Stylehive says that the latest doodle print trend puts a whole new stylish spin on scrawling.
The Beauty Stop examines Leighton Meester’s huge beauty don’t.
The Fashion Bomb finds 50 spring ready trenches, denim jackets, and cotton blazers under $150.
The Shoe Goddess shows you how to do polka dots with these retro Tabitha Simmons Slingbacks!

March 25, 2010

Links à la Mode: The IFB Weekly Roundup

by Julia DiNardo

DIY NATION

Edited by Fashion Pulse Daily

It seems that across the board, there has been a resurgence in DIY, as we are very much living in a world of ‘Do it Yourself’ everything; ranging from creating or updating or garments’ silhouettes and decorative details to showcasing our own versions of runway looks, virtually styling with tools like Polyvore, tackling self-photography, and of course self-publishing via our blog platforms. We reign supreme in the DIY world on a daily basis, and I only see this trend gaining momentum. The roundup of this week’s links is definitely an indication, directly and indirectly, of the incredibly creative, innovative, persevering, motivated folks that are part of the new DIY frontier, and of course, IFB!

As expected, there was a fabulous round-up of links in the forum as well, all worthy of your eyeballs!

Links à la Mode : March 25th

Alex Loves – The Chanel Tattoo Cast
Alice in Stilettos – DIY Faux Fur Ankle Cuffs Inspired by Thakoon
Denim Debutante – How Would You Change the Denim Industry?
Despising Life is so Passé – Spring Cleaning: Detox your Space
Fashion Pulse Daily – The DYI Glue-On Pedicure: Reviewing Revlon’s Perfect Pedicure Kit
Fasshonaburu – Vyque & Alyssa review the “Project Runway” video game and give you a chance to win your own copy!
For Those About to Shop – Designer NADA’s Fashion future – how about a 3D film?
Haute World – My real life encouters with Balmain and an exclusive tour inside the label’s only boutiqe in the world.
Idiosyncratic Style – The Personal Style of Fashion Designer, Breeyn McCarney
Independent Fashion Bloggers : Evolving Influence business, ethics, and the future of fashion blogging videos
Inny Vinny – See No Evil, Hear No Evil: Jezebel exposes photographer Terry Richardson
Lady Peach -The men that have shaped the fashion scene… 5 Male Style Icons
M.I.S.S. – Interview with Gabriela Hernandez, founder of Besame Cosmetics
Retro Chick – How Vanity Sizing is damaging your health
Shrimp Salad Circus – What does color do for your life?
Skinnypurse – Skinny Cargo Pants: Love Them or Hate Them?
Style Eyes – The Wang Effect – A discussion about the phenomenal popularity of all things Wang
Style Symmetry: Style Me Challenge! Wear an Outfit Styled By Someone Else
The Working Wardrobe – Show this rainy season who’s boss!
The Coveted – Do you alter vintage?
Tweet – Dark and intricately sculptural clothing by a young, Hungarian designer named Dora Mojzes with an amazing talent
Ventures of Jenn – Vice interviewed Karl Lagerfeld; I broke it down

March 25, 2010

In the Spotlight – Red Cocktail Dress Minus the Malfunction (thefind guest blog)

by fashionpulse

Via our friends at thefind.com:

Katherine Heigl’s news of dress malfunction spread across the web faster than you can say Gray’s Anatomy. Along with news of the unattached strap is Heigl’s news that she will be leaving the show to spend more time with her daughter, Naleigh. With news of this latest fashion mishap the little red dress is in the spotlight again. We love how the bright color looks just right on a sleeveless dress. Whether it is tones of blue-red or a deep coral red we are loving all shades of rouge in cocktail dresses for spring.

Katherine Heigl graciously finishes her acceptance speech for Female Star Of The Year Award at the ShoWest convention after the strap on her red dress breaks. Also striking and red-carpet worthy is the Lotusgrace Pleated Taffeta Cocktail Dress (upper right, $460 at Saks.com). A perfectly pretty party dress featuring a full skirt and taffeta bow belt. This classic dress would be appropriate for a springtime wedding or even the prom! The full skirt has just the right fullness without looking like you’re trying too hard. From Oscar de la Renta the Angled-Pocket Dress with black belt (bottom right, $1990 at Bergdorf Goodman) is classic with a Mandarin collar and slit neckline that will look simply marvelous at the office or for the chic-est of dinner parties. I could even imagine this for a first date. It is polished and sexy at the same time showing off just a little bit of leg thru the slit skirt. Very vintage chic with a wide patent leather black belt. For the budget conscious recessonista is a noteworthy deal of the week. The Perfect Pleated Sheen Dress (bottom left, $27.80 at Forever 21) is the most star-worthy of red dresses. Glamourous in it’s appeal the pleated bust line and angled front seams combine for a hourglass figure fit. There is flexible boning embedded into the seam to add support and shape to the dress. Be sure to use some Bristol’s 6 Stylin’ tape to hold this dress up, unless of course you’d like to re-inact Katherine Heigl’s dress malfunction! On your toes try some black Burberry platform sandals.

Save on your purchases at Forever 21 from TheFind.com’s coupon site

March 25, 2010

Budget Stylista: Let’s Go Clogging (CollegeCandy Guest Post)

by fashionpulse

From our friends at CollegeCandy.com:

I don’t know about you, but when I first heard that clogs/mules were coming back in style I thought of those black Steve Madden clog/sandals with the elastic band that made your feet sound like a horse every time you walked. You know, the ones you paired with Hard Tails and then traded in for the leather platform version to pair with your Paris Blues Super Bell Bottoms come Fall uh… 1998?

So you can imagine my resistance when I saw the words CLOG splattered all over my fashion bibles. Really, Chanel? CLOGS? I do not need to do/wear anything that resembles my 1998 self in the slightest. The horror! What’s next? Butterfly clips? Lord have mercy.

But then, like all old trends that come back around, I realized the clog came with a bit of a twist. Clogs 2.0 are like Heidi Montag 2.0: Bigger, pumped up and plumped up. And some would even argue, better. These clogs are edgier, chunkier, platform-ier and all around cooler.

And while they may not be the most practical things in the world (note: NO ONE should wear clogs that don’t have a heel unless you are a senior citizen and use a walker), they are a fun way to change up an outfit. (Or make yourself REALLY tall, because most of the ones I’ve seen have a good 4 inches on them. Maybe another reason why I am so resistant since all [Jewish] boys are already shorter than me in flats; add another 4 inches and I’m like Jill the Jolly Jewish Giant. Oy.)

Here are my favorite clogs for Spring to pair with both jeans and dresses. Yes, they aren’t necessarily the cheapest footwear (ranging from $30-$150), but considering some of these bad boys are running at well over $300, these ones are definitely a deal.

Clogs for Pants
These shoes look best with pants because they are a bit heavier looking. They have a lot of leather or woven material and a huge platform that are carried best by a boot cut or flare jean (paired with a flowing top, military jacket and some bold earrings). Yes, these can be rocked with skirts/dresses/shorts on some occasions (especially the sandals) but I like them BEST for pants.

VERY IMPORTANT SIDE NOTE. Please, for the love of all things fashion, NEVER wear socks with your clogs. I made this mistake in 7th grade when clogs were popular the first time and I still cringe when I see pictures. There is NOTHING cute about a sock paired with a clog. Seriously, it’s worse than wearing a Croc.

Clockwise from top: Two Lips Dusty Suede Mule, $59.95; Ollie 2 Part Wooden Clog, $80; Aldo Saviona, $29-$39; Max Studio “Abba” Peeptoe Mule Platforms, $119

Clogs for Dresses
These are so cool and embellished that a dress helps them stand out. They’re like that cute bra you wear on a night when you go home alone – what’s the point of all that cuteness if no one is going to see it?! Just remember to keep the dress simple – you don’t want to be a walking trend. Let the shoes do both the talking and the walking. (Ha! See what I did there?)