January 8, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
At the ENK Accessorie Circuit Tradeshow this week, I couldn’t help but ooh and aah over a brand that I was actually unfamiliar with, Nocturne. Based out of London, the contemporary jewelry and clothing line has a strong eastern vibe while executing exceptional craftsmanship to produce visually stunning and statement-making pieces. The jewelry, some with backing and others not, had each stone, crystal, or bit of fabric attached by hand, by artisans in Nanzha, China.
Of course, I had to immediately rush to one of their retailers, Shopbop, to buy a piece! I know that figuring out what to pair with statement jewelry can sometimes be intimidating, so with a gorgeous over sized piece as my focus, here’s what would look great styled with a Nocturne Necklace, or any statement kind of necklace, for that matter! .
J.Crew Boyfriend Fatigue Jacket in Camo
J.Crew Marled Drop Shoulder Sweater, in Marled Pepper
Inked LOFT Bi-Stretch Zip Pocket Skinny Pants in Marisa Fit
Nocturne Elizabeth Necklace
KATE SPADE NEW YORK 12 Kt. Gold-Plated Clear Glass Stud Earrings
Clarks Lida Piper Booties
January 7, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
It’s a bit of a strange feeling when you have the revelation that the future IS here. Nowadays, there’s so much technology can reveal to us, such as an innovative DNA analysis to discover your skin’s individual strengths and weaknesses, even if they haven’t even surfaced yet! By taking the test of rubbing a stick on the inside of your cheek, Dr. Ruthie Harper of SKINSHIFT will analyze the results and a customized skincare and nutritional routine will be created for you. Wondering what my results were? Here you go!
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January 7, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
[Colorist Sherry Ratay]
My friend and AMAZING colorist, Sherry Ratay, who gives me my lustrous red locks, shared with Fashion Pulse Daily four tips to keep your own color vibrant and long-lasting, so you can achieve salon quality results up until your next coloring. Ratay describes hair color as the ultimate accessory, and I couldn’t agree more! When having your tresses look their very best is always within reach, it’s essential to consider these recommendations, in order to deliver the TLC your haircolor absolutely deserves.
Sherry’s Tips:
- After getting your haircolored, it is vital to wait a full 48 to shampoo your hair. Naturally, it takes 48 hours for your cuticle layer to lay to its normal state and at that point lock in the haircolor dye.
- Dry shampoos are the next BEST thing! On the second morning of your style, spray your dry shampoo at the root area and flip over and shake your hair. The dry shampoo will absorb the excess oil from your hair and scalp as well as a fresh feeling. I LOVE them! My favorite is Powder Bluff by Kérastase.
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January 6, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
[From “The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk “
As a self-declared fashion addict, I gobble up everything from the visual to the literature when it comes to subject, and feel strongly that my duty is to make share my encounters with these forms of media so that others can be enlightened and enriched as well. Two exhibits that have had quite a strong impression on me as of late are
“The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk” at the Brooklyn Museum of Art and “
Jewels by JAR” at The Met.
Seeing these amazing compilations of these designers’ work is truly worth a trip to New York City if you don’t reside in the area, as my scant array of images barely suffices to immerse you in them. Below, a condensed synopsist of each one:
The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk (now through February 23, 2014)
If you think you know the major design tropes of Jean Paul Gaultier; think again! This traveling exhibit, which finally has landed in Brooklyn, possesses a wide span of his work, broken into themes rather than chronologically, explored his incredible range and inspiration, which stretched far beyond the concepts of nautical, corsets, and religious motifs. Sure, you’ll find the corset Madonna wore on the Blonde Ambition tour (pictured above), but also an ode to cultures and myths around the globe such as tribute to Africa, India, punk can can, sirens, and samurai that brings intricate detailing and couture techniques front and center.
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