July 20, 2010
by Julia DiNardo
Mad Men history: Real-world events to watch for in season 4 [Tressugar]
Lane Bryant’s Junior Plus Line Needs Work [Fast Fashion Blog]
A HEATED discussion going on today on matters of modesty andrevelation. Turns out, even considerations of context and audience rankle certain women [AlreadyPretty]
15% off at Bliss [Beauty Blogging Junkie]
The most expensive ways to go green, from hydrogen-fueled private jets to $5,000 organic cotton dresses [The Gloss]
Wanna save those cute little birds in the Gulf of Mexico? No, you don’t need to go down there in those rubber wading pants and brush them off with Dove. Just practice some safe sex. Could there be anything better? I think not. [CollegeCandy]
The ‘Jersey Shore’ kids want MTV to pay up (because they can make $$$ elsewhere) [Crushable]
July 20, 2010
by fashionpulse
We dispatched Fashion Pulse Daily’s own Maria Eilersen all the way to Mercedes Fashion Week Berlin to bring you the reviews of the latest collections.
Enjoy!
[Images via Elizabeth Lou]
Frida Weyer
Simple sophistication defined Frida Weyer’s collection this season, comprised of elegantly tailored looks found in a neutral palette. Asymmetrical frocks donned ruched up roses, aptly playing with the nude hues of fabric while subtle sequins and mini-bows accented soft ruffles and draped gowns. Taupe and beige lace galvanized the collection, either layered in gradations or adorned with floral cut-outs to further enliven the otherwise classic looks. In line with the grace and poise of her presentation, Weyer concluded with a series of rich evening gowns, ultimately culminating in a playful-yet-posh wedding dress led down the catwalk by the designer’s adorable daughters.
[Images via Elizabeth Lou]
Guido Maria Kretschmer
In line with the finesse that is sure to dominate SS2011, Guido Maria Kretschmer revamped secretary suits and polished dresses fit for a southern derby. Dynamic high collars modernized the traditional cuts accentuated by carefully crimped hair reminiscent of the 1940s. Ensuring a cohesive, but not bland, collection to take shape before the trendy Berlin crowd, models rocked posh leather gloves and exquisite feathered hats. The palette meandered between earthly nudes and soft pinks dramatized by zestful black and white contrasts. The show reached its zenith with yet another wedding gown fit for an ice princess. The intricacies of an embroidered bodice, full skirt, and fairy tale crown had the audience expecting a prince to whisk the model away on a white horse.
[Images via Grazia-Magaszin.de]
Schumacher
With Mila Jovovich, Schumacher garnered high expectations for the looks to come down the runway. Lacing practicality for the metropolitan woman with a minimalist aesthetic, the designer presented a coherent collection best described as an urban safari. Light shades of gray and sheer materials evoked a sense of effortlessness to this season’s looks, made elegant by a simple up-do fit for both work and play. Accommodating the summer heat that is sure to repeat itself next year, Schumacher’s designs shared loose-cut fabrics in a soft color palette. The collection’s best trends? Definitely the endearingly earth-toned stripes and gray-on-gray layering of sheer textiles.
– Maria Eilersen
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July 19, 2010
by fashionpulse
From my fabulous friend Felicia Sullivan comes this wonderful post and photo she took of me last week after the Tiffany 2010 Collection Preview. Some people just ‘get me,’ no explanation necessary — Felicia is one of those people. Plus, she has an incredible blog that you should check out if you haven’t already!
There are few that truly embody the word kind. These are the sort who don’t have an agenda, who are generous with their heart and friendship. A rare breed, but worthy saving once captured. My dear friend, Julia DiNardo, is that person. Designer of the epic squirrel tee, proprietor of a fab fashion blog, and collector of whiplash-inducing accessories, Julia is one of the more selfless and genuine people I’m privileged to know.
Julia’s fashion sense, which is eclectic and quirky with a little classic vintage thrown in for good measure, always awes me. After a Tiffany event this week, I couldn’t help but ask her to pop, drop, and roll for the camera. Because she is that magical.
Dress: Norma Kamali for Wal-Mart (yes!!)
Shoes: Calvin Klein
Left Hand, ring: Sorrelli
Right Hand, ring: vintage, from my fabulous Aunt Bunny
Bag: Magnes Sisters Dry Martini Clutch
Necklace: vintage, also from the aforementioned Aunt Bunny
