Julia DiNardo | Fashion Pulse Daily - Part 302

October 25, 2012

Winter Gloves and A Beauty Regimen in One: Who Knew?

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Awe man…it’s that time of year when hats and gloves are permanently on my person- but at least I can make extra space in my handbag for them by removing my bottle of lotion. What, say you? How does this make any sense? The gloves pictured above, the Homespun Cozee by Grandoe ($35), part of the Homespun Collection, have an aloe treated snowfleece lining to soften your hands while they are being worn. Pretty cool, right? I sometimes use soft gloves and socks to lock in moisture overnight while I sleep, but getting a little extra treatment while I’m out and about this winter sounds even better to me! Available in four different patterns in size small-XL, these knit gloves are sure to be a stocking stuffer hit this season.

-Julia DiNardo

October 25, 2012

The Best Fashion, Beauty, and Lifestyle Links of the Week!

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The official Gwyneth Paltrow BFF job application [TheFrisky]
One of our writers went to the Playboy Casting call and can tell you all about it [TheGloss]
Three Popular Fall/Winter Footwear Styles…And How to Wear Them! [FashionPulseDaily]
How sleeve length impacts figure flattery (with photo examples!) [AlreadyPretty]
Cushnie Et Ochs collaborated with Beauty.com on a Gift With Purchase [BeautyBloggingJunkie]
National Pumpkin Day recipes? Don’t mind if we do! [BettyConfidential]

October 25, 2012

Go Prep School Chic in a Sleek Plaid Blazer (From thefind.com)

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From our friends at thefind.com:

Bold, bright patterns have been having a serious style moment in the past year or so – some of which we had never even seen before this whole print craze hit the fashion jackpot – and they’ve been serving as a fun, vibrant way to spice up all those monochromatic, cozy basics we collected from last fall and winter. From newly rejuvenated prints like southwest-inspired patterns and tapestry to timeless trends like plaid, paisley, and polka dots, it’s fun to see our favorite seasonal staples steer away from solids and get the printed treatment. As a pattern, tartan/plaid has the power to conjure up a variety of style scenarios and fashion fads, from Scottish kilts to glam rock and of course, private school uniforms, and we’re calling inspiration from the latter to add a fun preppy vibe to our fall look. A nice tailored plaid blazer looks sophisticated without verging on boring, adding a dash of Gossip Girl-esque charm to any work ensemble or casual outfit. Pair with a silky blouse, skinny slacks and sensible pumps for 9-5, then switch to coated jeans, a muscle tank, and chunky moto booties to complete the perfect edgy (yet still perfectly put-together) after-hours ensemble.

From left to right: Heed Tartan Blazer, McQ by Alexander McQueen Tailored Plaid Blazer, and Olivia Moon Plaid Blazer.

– Alexandra Gambardella

October 24, 2012

Maison Martin Margiela with H&M Collection – Check Out Pieces from the Collection

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[All Images via H&M- Click on Images to Enlarge]

On November 15th, over 250 H&M stores worldwide as well as online will be the home of the Maison Martin Margiela with H&M Collection! We expect, however, that this will be brief, as there’s a good chance the items will sell out rather swiftly by judging the designs and the power of this unique collaboration. Considered re-editions, Maison Martin Margiela has taken their most innovative garments and recreated them for H&M so that everyone can experience the brand — great idea! Experience shades of white, silver, black, red, and nude found in silhouettes that epitomize the brand’s signature uses of volume, proportion, find tailoring, and Trompe l’Oeil effects.

We’ve included some of our favorite pieces from the collection via the slideshow above – which item do you want to get your hands on?

-Julia DiNardo

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