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October 30, 2013

Columbia’s New Active Pieces Let You Work Out Hard & Not Let it Show

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physique 57

See the serene scene pictured above, of perfectly placed stretch bands, softened volleyball, and plush mats and carpeting? This is what it looks like at Physique 57, a workout method described as “barre-based workout with intervals of cardio, strength training, stretching and recovery,” before I  got quite a bit of early morning exercises that challenged muscles that felt like they’ve never been used before! So yes, I was perspiring, shaking, and focusing on proper posture and technique, all the while staying in tune to how the brand new, spring 2014 Columbia Freeze Degree Tank in Laser Red ($50),  coupled with the Trail Drier Windbreaker Jacket ($90), were reacting to my spikes in body heat and sweat.

columbia sportswear

The class, provided courtesy of Columbia, gave editors a really fun way to truly put its new technology stylishly to the test, using a lightweight, packable jacket and tank. The Trail Drier Windbreaker Jacket features Continue reading…

October 30, 2013

MCM Spring 2014 Preview

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MCM logo spring 2014 preview
MCM bookbags

[MCM wall of backpacks]

mcm spike bookbag
mcm spring 2014

[Visetos Vintage Small Tote in Multi; Elda Saffiano Envelope Small Clutch in Multi]

mcm strap bag

[MCM Dual Stark Backpack]

MCM accessories spring 2014

[MCM iPhone case; studded baseball cap]

MCM logo bag
MCM handbag suede exotic skin
MCM snakeskin

[MCM Little Veronika Leather Satchel in Black]

mcm bookbag and sneaker

[Stark Special Medium Black Backpack; Leather Logo Sneakers]

MCM small leather goods

[MCM studded wallets spring 2014]

MCM mens wallets spring 2014

[MCM mens wallets spring 2014]

MCM bowtie wallets

[MCM bowtie wallets]

mcm white bag spring 2014

[Elda Saffiano Small Flap Shoulder Bag in white]

MCM Funky Zebra Crossbody Mini

[MCM Funky Zebra Crossbody Mini]

MCM studded detail

[MCM Keena Lamb Small Shoulder Bag in Daphne Blue]

If you aren’t familiar yet with MCM, now is the time to do so! A German purveyor of fine leather items in origin, MCM is now touted as a highly successful international brand, well known for its high end leather goods, ranging from handbags to luggage and travel pieces, as well as small leather goods.

MCM‘s latest collection arriving for spring 2014, dubbed “flower boys in paradise“, takes us on a luxe accessories journey with pieces that range from the studded subversive to the heavily ornate, sleek, and sophisticated. The color palette ranges from brilliant shades of blue, yellow, red, and green opaque hues to a combination of perfectly muted pastels, all found in new bag shapes for the brand.  Exotic prints such as python, crocodile, zebra,and fish scale textures, also surface, with key collections including Funky Zebra, Keana, and Elda Saffiano.

A wide range of small goods are also available, such as leather baseball caps adorned with hardware, iPhone cases, wallets, business card cases, keychains, and more. You’re bound to fall for at least a few pieces for spring, and hopefully you’ll love some of my top picks, found via the slideshow above.

The spring 2014 collection ranges in price from $300-$2,500, and you can shop MCM at The Shops at The Plaza in New York, or at select Saks Fifth Avenue and Bloomingdale’s locations.

October 29, 2013

Beauty Spotlight: Get Custom Freehand Nail Art at Let Them Sparkle

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[A selection from Let Them Sparkle]

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[Lace nails]

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[Blue and silver nails]

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[Christmas nails]

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[Cheetah nails]

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[Trying them on for size, FPD color nails]

For anyone who has ever admired nail art from afar but lacks the funds or the skills to try it for themselves, rejoice, for there is hope. Self-taught nail artist Jessica Hapak has mastered the art of creating beautiful, eye-catching artificial nails that are guaranteed to garner compliments each time you wear them. From animal print and 3D designs to specialty nails for the holidays, Jessica’s Etsy shop, Let Them Sparkle, offers something for everyone’s style.

She even takes special commissions and custom requests curated toward the customer which certainly show off her artistic skills and exercise in patience alongside her eye for combining color and detail. Jessica even created a custom set for FPD to try out! Once the one-of-a-kind nails arrived in the mail, we were delighted to unwrap a lineup that included a set of white lace, cheetah print, Christmas-themed, and a gradient set that sported FPD’s colors of punched up pink and blue. But aside from the amazing hand-wrought designs, the best part about these nails are their low, low prices, with sets ranging from just $9 to $15. Currently we’ve got our eye on a set of Chanel-inspired nails, and with Halloween coming up LetThemSparkle has everything you need to take your manicure to the next level (check out these candy corn nails!).

Check out Jessica’s online shop, Let Them Sparkle, here!

 

Full Disclosure: FPD received complimentary items to review for this post.

 

October 28, 2013

French Fashion Shop Promod Comes to the U.S.

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When one of Europe’s premier brands opens a store in the U.S., it’s certainly cause for celebration! Now the latest in French fashions can be brought your closet with the help of Promod. Founded in France in 1975, Promod takes its inspiration directly from the runway and translates it into accessible, and most importantly, highly affordable pieces that will have you looking très chic, churning out around 3000 new pieces per year!  As France’s biggest fashion store chain,  Promod can currently be found internationally in  over 1036 locations and counting.

With its “Folk” collection, you’ll find Guatemalan and Aztec-inspired pieces in the form of tribal patterned skirts, embroidered accents, and woven dresses in a bold color palette of red, turquoise and emerald.

Its “City Woman” collection offers versatile work wear that will up your professional wardrobe’s game with dark florals, fitted blazers, and essential embroidered pieces. A recent trip to the store also showcased the impressive line of accessories via shoes, handbags, and jewelry to complete each look. They say that you can’t buy style, but with a little help from Promod, you’ll definitely be on the right track. Promod is located throughout New York state, with stores in the Palisades Center, Crossgates Mall, Poughkeepsie Galleria and many other outlets. For a complete list, see its website here.

Full Disclosure: Fashion Pulse Daily was given the opportunity to shop the new Promod store, courtesy of the brand.

 

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