Julia DiNardo | Fashion Pulse Daily - Part 615

August 17, 2009

Meshing Around: How to Rock the Mesh Shoe Trend

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Mesh…something that has long been associated with 80’s punk and water socks is making a chic comeback – we swear! Reinvented for work, evening, and beyond, mesh is now a sophisticated, yet still edgy alternative to the plain black bootie or heel. Take for instance Dolce & Gabbana’s Peep-Toe Booties ($795, Saks) covered in mesh, they have the structure of a demure office shoe but the added maze of mesh undoubtedly spices up your step. We also have fallen for the Proenza Schouler Slingback Cone Heel Sandals ($297, Bloomingale’s) and the Stella McCartney Closed-Toe Slip-Ons ($145, Yoox.com).

Beware though; mesh can be hard to style an outfit around. To offset the bold statement of this footwear trend find a pair of cropped or cuffed pants like the Preen Cropped Slouchy Pants ($850, NET-A-PORTER)  because the slightly shorter inseam provides a gap between your boot and hem to highlight ankle definition, which mesh booties can often diminish. Add a little va va voom to the top by either sporting a funky tank or feminine blouse, like this Donna Karan Twist Blouse ($1495, Neiman Marcus).

-Jaimie Sanita

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August 16, 2009

Links a La Mode: The Independent Fashion Bloggers Roundup!

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  • 39th and Broadway – Designer Interview; Delirius
  • A Typical Atypical – The wonderful Every Little Counts! With 15% off for readers!
  • Bobbins and Bombshells – Vintage Finds of the Week: Mad Men Secretary Accessories
  • Breakfast at Saks – Enter to win accessories from the eryn brinié Fall 2009 collection!
  • BRICK MY LANE – DIY: putting scraps of fabric to good use by turning it into a ruffled neckpiece
  • ClandestineChic – Interview: Patricia Valery of Evil Needles
  • Denimaniac – Wood Wood’s S/S 2010 collection – a bit of street, a dash of fash and a whole lotta style!
  • dramatis personae – Quality vs. Vegan/Environmentally Sustainable
  • Fabulous Finds Gal – “Gardens in Grey” By Fashion Photographer Julia Pogodina And An Inspiring Interview
  • Fashion Pulse Daily – What was Your Favorite Summer 2009 Trend?
  • Fasshonaburu – A review on the now purchase-able Under.Ligne, the diffusion line by Doo.Ri.
  • Fete a Fete – Dancing all night and your 5-inch stilettos killing you? Bring some Rollasole emergency ballet flats with you!
  • Independent Fashion Bloggers – NYFW SS10 Schedule + tips on getting in
  • Market Publique – Art Class: Vintage Abstract Prints
  • midnight feast – The Jean Genie
  • Retro Chick – Win – Reese Witherspoons first fragrance for Avon
  • Sterling Style – New York’s Rachel Antonoff Holiday 2010 Collection
  • Style Gourmand – Ag Kij of Net-a-Porter discusses Net-a-Porter’s new iPhone app and how technology and fashion co-mingle.
  • Style Mom – STYLEMOM holds it down for fashion bloggers as one of the only IFB members at Blogher 2009 in Chicago
  • Stylish Thought – Cats with Style: Boxing Kitten
  • THE COVETED – Mummy Dearest: Iris Van Herpen taking inspiration from the macabre
  • Unfunded – Vintage sequins, sparkles and sprinkles

August 14, 2009

Web Snob Friday Links!

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Stiletto Jungle found an affordable version of fall’s super trendy boyfriend blazer.
Allie is Wired fashion face-off: Anna Paquin vs. Cameron Diaz.
Bag Bliss discovers Novica: an online, fair trade marketplace by National Geographic!
Bag Snob is perplexed by the $4,200 python and nylon Memphis bag from Marc Jacobs.
Beauty Snob loves “Hot Lashes” to heat and curl lashes instantly!
Coquette says you can do it yourself with these fabulous DIY fabric necklaces.
The Daily Obsession tries to get CLEAN, Gwyneth style.
Fashion Pulse Daily hangs out with Isaac Mizrahi and views the fabulous fall ad campaign videos.
Kristopher is wanting Brian Atwood “Candy” sandals
Second City Style uncovers 3 of fall’s hottest hair trends and has a Pantene Pro-V giveaway for 5 lucky winners!
Shopping and Info found the most comfortable black ballet flats from France.
StyleBakery.com shows how to style your summer clothes for fall
Stylehive is loving Rihanna’s peekaboo bralette look, and has found 10 similar lacy little things that are too pretty to keep (completely) covered up!
The Beauty Stop goes recession-chic with luxe at-home hair color.
The Jet Set Girls are gearing up for fall with sexy gray boots.
The Shoe Goddess has tips for maintaining your pedicure!
V-Style is giving away Earth Friendly Fabric Freshener to the reader who loves fresh clothing as well as mother nature.
eye4style snags an exclusive interview with What Not to Wear’s Ted Gibson!

August 12, 2009

Love Quotes Scarf Giveaway: And the Winner is….

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The winner of the  Fashion Pulse Daily/Chickdowntwon &  Love Quotes Scarf is Jessica B. of For Collins, Co! Congrats Jessica, and this is what she had to say about winning: “Oh my goodness! I won!!  I can’t believe it! Thank You, Thank You, Thank you!!! I guess I will have to twitter about it now seeing as in I have NEVER won anything before! (And what a cool first thing to win!!)”

Jessica’s Love Quotes Styling Tip: “I love how sheer Love Quotes scarves are. They look great with just about anything you pair them with… They also work great as a shawl/wrap for cooler summer nights.  🙂 I think this fall I am going to have to wear them with blazers for an extra cozy/chic look at work!”

Thanks again to everyone who entered, and stay tuned for more fabulous fashion freebies!

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