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June 21, 2012

Sorel Sandals Are IT

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Summer is here! YES! But my feet are already getting chewed up by heels, wedges, and new strappy sandals that I’ve been trying to break in. What’s a girl to do? Well, for starters, always have Band-aids and moleskin on-hand, but you can also dodge this issue completely with Sorel’s Lake Boot. Sorel recently made a well-edited, high quality footwear entry into the spring/summer season, and I can’t envision life without these shoes! At $150, they are of suburb craftsmanship with a  leather footbed and sole that molds to your foot with wear for a perfect fit, plus cool lace-up details and laser cut-outs, made easy to slip on and off thanks to the side zipper.

My feet are actually at rest in these babies, and as far as breaking them in goes…it was nonexistent! A rarity, I know!

Outfit Credits:

Sorel Lake Boots (Courtesy of Sorel)

Vivienne by Vivienne Tam Dress (Courtesy of Loehmann’s)

Orla Kiely Orange bow belt (Courtesy of Orla Kiely)

Cardigan Scarf (Courtesy of Cardigan)

Have you tried any of Sorel’s spring/summer footwear?

-Julia DiNardo

June 20, 2012

Layer, Texture, Color — Let’s Go!

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Summer is great; fantastic, I even venture to say; the weather definitely seems to lift the moods of the Manhattanites around me, people leisurely lounge and day drink, and the fashion is just phenomenal. With that being said, when dressing, one must strike the perfect balance between the sweltering, miserable heat down in the subways, and the freezer box bursts of chilly air found in offices, stores, and restaurants.

I create a balance for these drastic temperature changes by: 1) always carrying a roomy bag to stash a lightweight cardigan or scarf and water bottle 2) dress in layers 3) if the temperature is below 75 degrees, pants are extremely helpful.

Remember too, that in the heat, especially as the day goes on, feet have the tendency to swell; I wore these medium width Plush Pillow 3″ wedges for literally 13 hours, and my feet didn’t hate by the day’s end. Comfy shoes are essential, so if you are already feeling some discomfort and tightness in the morning when you put on a pair, chances are it’s going to increase ten-fold, so throw a back up pair in your bag!

Summer allows for more wardrobe playfulness to be on display, and I don’t hesitate to grab bold color and amazing texture; here, I work in the smoothness of wovens via my shoe straps and pants, the softness and dimensionality of cashmere in my sweater and lace in my top, then back again to a texture by glancing at the espadrille wedge heels and beautiful almond and neon yellow geometric weaving at the base of the bag. As an added peek-a-boo color surprise, the Rebecca Minkoff bag includes a blue polka-dot print lining; trés chic!

Outfit Credits:

Rebecca Minkoff Woven Bright Tote (Courtesy of Rebecca Minkoff)

Aerosoles Plush Pillow Wedges (Courtesy of Aerosoles)

J.Crew Grey Lace Top (J.Crew)

DVF Cashmere Sweater (Barneys New York; no longer available)

Not Your Daughter’s Jeans Alisha Skinny Ankle Jeans in Fuchsia (Courtesy of NYDJ)

MiMi by Sorrelli Necklace and earrings (Courtesy of Sorrelli)

DVF Cat Eye Sunglasses (Courtesy of DVF)

-Julia DiNardo

June 20, 2012

White Jeans for All Body Types

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[Rachel Flare Jean $150 via Shopbop.com]

We’ve been rambling on about color so much lately that we almost forgot our faithful friend, the white jean! This summer staple is yet to fail us on many occasions. Backyard soirees, graduation parties, beach bonfires and all the etceteras of festivities welcome the crisp, clean white jean. However, fit  and style in securing this look is key! Read on, below for our suggestions:

[Banana Republic White Flare Jean, $89.50]

1. Flared

Despite the width on the bottom, the tailored flare is still substantially constructed. This is perfect for those who are long and lean. Polish your look with a wedge or a belt for great contrast.

[J.Crew Cropped Matchstick Jean, $98]

2. Cropped

If you’re build is narrow, try the cropped matchstick look. Your legs will look longer and the skin-hugging look creates curves.

[Zara Studded Slim Fit Pop Jeans, $89.90]

[Rich and Skinny Legacy Skinny Jeans $165 via Shopbop.com]

3. Skinny

Perfect for any body type, get ready to own the versatile, white skinny jean. If you’re a bit curvier, try a simple pair with a breezy tunic, or a skinny/bootcut hybrid combo. If you’re slim and long-legged, go for the studded version with flats for some edge.

[New York & Company Bootcut Jean, $56.95]

[Guess Daredevil Bootcut Jean , $98]

4. Bootcut

If you’re looking for pants to transition you from day to night, we’ve found the easy-to-wear winner. These jeans work great if your midsection is a bit bigger, as they keep your body looking proportional. A low rise option will emphasize your hips. Plus, you’ll love the rear view!


[Rag & Bone The Tuxedo Skinny Jean $198 via Shopbop.com]

5. Modern Twist

White jeans too classic for you? The turquoise side stripe on this pair are anything but. Eye-catching pants will really accentuate your bottom half. P.S.: This trend was seen all over Resort 2012!

Are you a believer in whites year round?

-Alana Quagliariello

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June 19, 2012

Marshalls: Your New Lingerie Headquarters!

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At 620 Avenue of the Americas, bargain hunters abound, from the basement, to three stories up. What is this magical place? Well here’s a little New York City history for you: this building once comprised the upper section of the Ladies’ Mile; the storied section of blocks upon blocks around the turn of the century known for elegant, gilt, regal department stores, and was the site of the Siegel Cooper Department store. Fast forward to 2012: now it’s a modern-day mecca of shopping which resonates with man, woman, and child — designer, brand-name items at amazing savings! Upstairs you’ll find a T.J. Maxx, while the lower level houses Marshalls. With a $50 gift card in hand, courtesy of the brand, I set out to one particular section in Marshalls: lingerie! I’m still marveling how I managed to zero in on Nicole Miller pieces, who only just recently launched a sleepwear line, pretty much immediately upon entering the department. A perfect cut and gorgeous print chemise that you couldn’t take your eyes off of was selling for $29.99, down from $50-score!

From the same collection, I also found a breezy pullover poncho-style slipover top that can work for bedtime, but also look great with a tank underneath, or as a cover up at the beach. This amazing piece ALSO came in at the same markdowns! Last, I picked up a shelf bra from Natori, one of my favorite lingerie designers, at only $19.99, when the tag below showed it had been retailing at store for $60. NICE! This is actually even a BETTER bargain as it’s a two-in-one piece — both a bra and a tank illusion built in to cover unwanted cleavage. As I just couldn’t decide, i walked away with all three pieces and I can’t wait to wear them!

I’m LOVING my finds — what have you discovered at Marshalls lately that’s been a total steal? Stay tuned too – we are hosting a Marshalls lingerie gift card giveaway this week…

–Julia DiNardo

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