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September 2, 2011

Kate Spade & Current/Elliott Unveil The Westward Collection! (thefind.com Guest Post)

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From our friends at thefind.com:

Great minds may think alike, but great designers who collaborate can also think completely differently in a way that complements the pairing and creates something extra fabulous! Such is the case with Kate Spade’s recent team-up with design duo Emily Current and Meritt Elliott (aka Current/Elliott). The result is the Westward Collection, infusing a little bit of the handbag maven’s chic simplicity and practicality, with a dash of Current/Elliott’s utilitarian feel with buckles and hardware and feminine flair with a smattering of sequins (“because sometimes a girl needs sparkle”). Luggage-inspired leather and duffle shapes get gorgeous texture in the form of ostrich satchels and playful details like brass embellishments, festive printed lining, and belts give their classic shapes a fun fall flavor. Make packing for a weekend trip much more fun with the Westward Runaway Duffle, or travel light for a night on the town with a sleek leather wallet like the Westward Traveler Wallet. Whichever style suits your fancy, the sophisticated yet fun collection and mixed textiles are bound to keep your attention this fall!

– Alex Gambardella

September 1, 2011

Louboutin in Danger of Losing the Red-Soled Trademark

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Does Christian Louboutin really have the right to exclusively have red-soled shoes? Read on for this fascinating analysis by lawyer Catlan McCurdy.

April of this year, shoe designer, Christian Louboutin, turned heads in the fashion and trademark crowds when the brand sued Yves Saint Laurent (YSL) for infringing Louboutin’s signature look: red-soled shoes. Duets covered it here. Both interested lawyers and fashion aficionados have been awaiting some form of decision, and our wishes were granted a couple weeks ago when Judge Victor Marrero denied Louboutin’s request for a preliminary injunction that would have prevented YSL from selling the red-soled shoes in its Cruise 2011 collection. Shipgoers everywhere sighed in relief. Judge Marreo not only denied the preliminary injunction, but additionally indicated that Louboutin would be unsuccessful if they continued in their suit against YSL and ordered Louboutin to show why the action should not be converted into a partial summary judgment.

I was surprised at the decision. Louboutin’s red-soles seem as iconic as Tiffany’s blue boxes and the Gucci stripe. But after reading the decision, Judge Marreo demonstrates that Louboutin may have shot themselves in their own elegantly-shod foot. Continue reading…

September 1, 2011

8 Under $20: Cobalt Blue (CollegeCandy Guest Post)

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One of the most popular colors of this summer was cobalt blue, a cool, deep shade that conjures up images of the ocean. Now summer may be drawing to a close, but this sapphire-tinted hue is set to be one of the hottest colors for fall as well. Multiple designers had cobalt shoes, dresses, and accessories on their Fall 2012 runways, but you don’t have to be able to afford designer threads to jump on this trend. Clothing racks at the mall are already filled with cobalt blue pieces that you can incorporate into your summer-to-fall wardrobe — here are a few affordable picks for just $20 or less! Click here to go to CollegeCandy to see the rest of the fab blue picks!

August 31, 2011

Nicole by Nicole Miler Fine Jewelry, Exclusively at JCPenney

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This past week Nicole Miller has added to her lifestyle offerings with a new fine jewelry line via her nicole by Nicole Miller at JCPenney. Featuring her signature Celtic knot designs, the items range from $127.99 to $754.99. Says Miller,“I wanted to create a fine jewelry collection that was sophisticated yet effortless and falls somewhere between evening and casual. I love the versatility of the jewelry – it allows you to go anywhere.” Our favorite piece from the collection, the nicole by Nicole Miller Celtic Diamond Earrings are pictured above.

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