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January 8, 2010

Links à la mode : The IFB Weekly Roundup

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Bring It On

Edited by Dream Sequins

My job as editor this week was difficult as many bloggers decided to follow the fierce directive of that cult cheerleading movie, Bring It On.  It’s a new decade, and the IFB community decided to “bring it” and then some.  (Just to clarify, I’m talking about the original movie starring Kirsten Dunst, and not the subsequent, watered down sequels; because as fashion bloggers, we all have original stories to tell!)  This week’s links explore topics such as winter trends, vintage fur care, biker chic style revelations and profiles of 70s and 80s style icons and are so good that they make me want to lead the group in a cheer.

  • 39th and Broadway – NYC Brings Opportunity to Emerging Designers
  • A Typical Atypical – My style revolution takes me into the realm of the biker chick, and doesn’t look back!
  • amanda lee dot org – Essential sewing skills for wardrobe maintenance
  • Bobbins and Bombshells – Fashionable History – Airline Travel
  • DailyDivaDish – Indie jewelry designer Debra Mitchell’s newest piece: Tibet. Part of the new SALVAGE line, this necklace is convertible and each contains a piece salvaged from Tibet.
  • Darian Darling – The blonde fashion icon of every 80’s Hair Metal skank and rock star’s girlfriend!!
  • denimaniac – Woolrich Woolen Mills S/S 2010 Lookbook
  • Dream Sequins – A studio visit with designer Katie Gallagher
  • Fashion Pulse Daily – We Love Colors will fulfill your legwear fantasy, as Fashion Pulse Daily quickly discovers!
  • ferOHHHsh – Bryce d’Anice Aime S/S 2010 RTW … chic LBD’s, pops of red, and those spiked shoulders Rihanna made famous
  • Gotham Hipster – Once you’ve indulged in Babycakes there’s no going back
  • HiFashion – How to roller set your hair
  • Idiosyncratic Style – The Personal Style of Costume Designer, Melissa Stewart
  • Oranges and Apples – On the importance of critique in fashion blogging
  • Retro Chick – 5 New Years Resolutions you can’t fail to keep
  • sighsandwhispers – A history and analysis of the style of a notorious teenage groupie in the 70s, Lori Maddox
  • Style on a String – An interview with Judy Kou, owner of the fabulous online dress shop – Sunday Brunch Dress
  • Styletastic – We’re finding it hard to adjust to a new year at Styletastic, but here are some things we can all look forward to!
  • The Bargain Hunter Extraordinaire – I already knew I was going to wear a black sequins belt and beret for NYE, but I wanted some fun shoes to add to the mix; I couldn’t find anything I liked though, so I decided “when in doubt, make your own”
  • The door in my wardrobe – How to choose a vintage fur and take care of it – plus DIY repairing & maintenance for the brave of the heart
  • wit & whimsy – The winter trends you should be wearing

January 8, 2010

Web Snob Links of the Week

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Stiletto Jungle explores the brooch, a classic fashion accessory.
Allie is Wired has the hilarious video from Katharine McPhee‘s day as a VEVO employee.
Bag Bliss finds 5 amazing Baby Diaper Bags for stylish moms-to-be.
Branch out with your bag palette this season – we’re loving the orange at Bag Snob.
Top 5 Fave Fragrance Brands to Watch for this Coming Year on Beauty Snob.
Coquette loves the new rope fashion trend, seen everywhere from fabric prints to accessories.
Fashion Pulse Daily is giving away a pair of the fabulous Sorel Torino Boots; enter to win!
Second City Style noticed celebrities in spring colors in 2010 even though It’s Not Summer Yet!
Shopping and Info loves this Tylie Malibu pyramid stud bag inspired by the Runaways movie.
Take advantage of major sales with StyleBakery‘s picks for pieces you can buy now and wear later
Stylehive is loving H&M’s upcoming “Garden” collection, and can’t wait to peruse the racks of floral and chiffon come spring.
The Beauty Stop reports on the new MAC / Lilly Pulitzer line, MAC in Lillyland.
Is working out one of your New Year’s Resolutions? Well,The Fashion Bomb found stylish, fashionable gym outfits, for every personality type.
The Shoe Goddess is in love with these beautiful snakeskin sandals from Nicholas Kirkwood and can’t wait to see the rest of his Spring 2010 Collection!
V-Style Has San Diego™s Favorite Personal Stylist applauding, Canadian Designer, Mark Fast’s use of regular sized models on the Spring 2010 runway.
eye4style is in nesting mode thanks to Casa di Francesca home fragrance.

January 8, 2010

Tips from Bluefly: Spring 2010 Shoes

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Via lollieshopping.com:

The holidays just ended. And, it’s still cold outside. But all fashionistas are busy thinking the same thing at this very moment – “What will I wear for Spring?” Now is the time to start planning for your 2010 Spring wardrobe. There are hot trends and colors to be discovered, but the first area I want to explore is, of course, shoes!

I got a hold of Tanesha Smith, Bluefly’s Resident Stylist, who generously shared her insights and opinions on what’s hot and what’s not for this Spring.

Since I like to make my dollar stretch, the first thing I wanted to know was which Fall shoe trends I can continue to wear this Spring. “I would definitely hold onto any sky high platforms,” said Tanesha. “I think the aggressiveness (spikes, buckles, etc.) will loosen up, but the drama of the height will remain,” she said.

And Tanesha’s pick for the number one, mega-hot Spring shoe trend? “My eyes are peeled for a sneaker wedge!” she exclaimed. A sneaker wedge? Sounds risky, but also exciting. I remember when my mother went through her sneaker wedge phase in the 70s. Maybe it’s time for me to go through mine. But how do I wear it? “Perhaps with a t-shirt dress a la Alexander Wang,” advised Tanesha. Alexander Wang-inspired? That’s it. I’m sold on the sneaker wedge!

I also asked Tanesha what shoe trends I should put away. “I’m a big cheerleader of personal style so I don’t like to rule anything totally out,” she answered. “But cowboy boots? Not a fan,” she finished. I’m keeping my slouchy, prairie-inspired boots available for this Spring, which were featured in a past Outfit of the Week, but I agree with Tanesha and am boxing up my western cowboy boots. For now, anyway.

A special thanks goes to Bluefly and Tanesha for all the great info. Now that you’re ready for Spring, happy shoe shopping!

January 7, 2010

8 Under $20: The Gap

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Via our friends at CollegeCandy.com:

If my dry skin and red nose tell me anything it’s that the brutally cold months of winter are here. (Or that I should really invest in some moisturizer.) And they aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. If you’re one of the many unlucky souls trudging through the arctic tundra to get anywhere, good luck. Better start layering now, because it’s gonna take awhile.

Luckily, The Gap has come to the rescue with some majorly cute layering pieces (that are all on the cheap!)  that can take your winter from holy-hell-I-can’t-feel-my-limbs to OMG-it’s-really-cold-but-yay!-I-still-look-cute. Because no matter how hard those snowflakes are whipping us in the face, we still deserve to look good. For cheap. There are far more important things to spend our money on, like extra hot lattes from The Bux.

Just because you have to bundle up to ward off those freezing cold temperatures doesn’t mean you have to look big and bulky. This sweater is extra warm, but also totally cute. Pair it with a bright scarf for extra heat and fabulosity.

It may be cold outside, but you know it’s gonna be a sweat-box in that party. You’re going to need something light and cute, and this ruffle tank is just right. The color will have you standing out amongst the sea of black and gray, and the scoop neck adds a hint of sex appeal. Pair with some skinny jeans and booties (and a heavy coat) and you’re ready to shake your groove thang.

Not only would this tee look totally divine under your boyfriend blazer/cardigan, but it’s Product Red! You can look damn good and feel good about doing some good. It’s that good.

Yes, that’s right – a good go-to pair of jeans for $19.99. And the bootcut is just perfect to slide over those Uggs or Sorels for your cold, wet trek to class.

Winter is all about layering, so why not layer with something cute and sexy? This long-sleever is from the Gap’s favorites collection, meaning it’s super soft and will fit like a glove. And that deep v-neck? Who says you can’t show a little skin during the winter months?

A basic long sleeve shirt? Not so much with that adorable detailing on the sleeve. Let those sleeves down when the wind is whipping you, then roll that ish back up when you’re back indoors and starting to sweat.

Who knew Gap did accessories so well? This satin braided bracelet can dress up any outfit, or you can pair it with some gold bangles to add a bit of classic-meets-rock-star to your look.

This bright and beautiful scarf can do some serious double duty this season: wear it outside to keep that neck warm, then keep it on inside to jazz up whatever you’re layering underneath. Sigh. It’s just so pretty.

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