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May 13, 2011

WebSnob Links of the Week

Bag Snob asks: Does your bag personality match your real-life persona?
Luscious Lengths Lashes at Beauty Snob are great for length, while still looking natural.
Coquette finds some stylish and affordable maxi skirts for summer.
Fashion Pulse Daily is loving PritiNYC’s Soy Nail Polish Remover Wipes
The Jet Set Girls share the best summer beach reads of 2011!
Second City Style shares their picks for spring’s most wanted: 8 must-have espadrilles.
Shopping and Info wants this amazing ruffle skirt made of Alpaca from Kuna for Fall 2011.
Stylehive shows you how to let your style take flight with these fave feather-y fashions all under $60!
The Shoe Goddess gets a sneak peek at Chloe’s Fall 2011 Shoe Collection!

May 12, 2011

Cropped Tops are Chic Again (thefind Guest Post)

by Julia DiNardo

From our friends at thefind.com:

What is this I see? Cropped tops are making a comeback? Why, I haven’t seen cropped tops make an appearance since the days of Clueless and the original Scream. That was the 90’s, an entire decade ago… and that officially means that I am getting old. Nonetheless, cropped tops are back, and this summer, they are coming back strong. I’m seeing them in refreshing new ways. With ruffed up denim shorts, leggings, and over jumpsuits. Though I won’t be able to wear them like I once did in high school, that would be completely baring it with a bell-free and very much missed flat stomach, the cropped top can still be just as perfect and trendy, and age appropriate, when layered with the right things. The cropped tee will instantly add new life to the dresses and tank tops to your already existing wardrobe. Just be sure to wear it well and wear it proud. And no matter who asks, never fess up to watching the original Scream or Clueless when it was still in theatres. Here are a few of my favorite pieces to pair with for the upcoming sizzling season: Go for a classic with Michael Starz Slub Short Sleeve Scoop Neck. For something fancy choose Gryphon’s Sequin version. Lastly, for a classic rocker vibe, John Lennon’s Stencil Crop Tee is waiting.

– Mira Torres

May 12, 2011

Via Spiga’s Latest Footsteps for Spring/Summer 2011

by fashionpulse

Via Spiga Creative Director, Paola Venturi

The Madge

The Eve

[Images via Rose Lou]

Italian luxury shoe brand, Via Spiga invited Fashion Pulse Daily to their SoHo boutique for a private runway show introducing new styles for the summer (along with a free shoe giveaway and private shopping party) hosted by the brand’s Creative Director, Paola Venturi with an intimate Q&A at the end. Having been inspired by a Native American themed exhibit at a museum in Canada, Venturi began to draft up designs for the Spring 2011 Via Spiga collection, using the materials (such as leather and beading) and patterns/designs she had witnessed in the exhibition as a model. Seen necklines and neck pieces prompted similar circular spheres laid in increasing diameters to act as decoration for the top of the foot before once again circling into another foot strap on both sides to connect the dark brown wood heel as a whole, with the style being named Madge.

Other featured styles include the Eve, a thick wooden wedge with either dainty white details or fully black, as well as the Priti, a sleek flat sandal with a beaded thong. When asked about what kind of woman would wear the collection, Venturi responded with, “A sophisticated, luxurious woman with taste and whom feels comfortable and confident in her footwear.”

– Rose Lou

May 9, 2011

Payless’ Ultra Cute New Sandals, All Under $70

by Julia DiNardo

Last week I previewed the Payless offerings for the upcoming season, and although I have to keep mum on the details for now, I can tell you that they are full steam ahead with their designer offerings for footwear, accessories and beauty.

For now, I can share with you my top picks for spring/summer 2011, which are just hitting stores now. Silvia Tcherassi makes her debut at Payless this season, along with new styles from old favorites so there’s no better time to get shopping (especially since BOGO is going on now through May 16th!).

Silvia Tcherassi for Payless Genova Elastic Strap Sandal, $69.99