July 4, 2014
[Are you ready for the pool/beach? I am!!!]
I hope that you may want to check out the two features on the subjects in which I dole out some handy tips and guidelines on “The Today Show’s” website, Today.com:
17 sunscreens that won’t leave you sticky, streaky or greasy
3 affordable swimsuit styles that will make you feel like a babe
Have a happy, safe, 4th of July, and looong weekend!
April 11, 2014
I have to pinch myself sometimes, considering how lucky I am to be able to preview amazing products from incredible brands, especially those that reside among my favorite, and then get to share them with you, dear reader!
For fall 2014, I previewed collections from H.H. Brown’s brands and licenses: Carmen Marc Valvo Calzature, Carmen Carmen Marc Valvo, Sofft, Born, Crown by Born, Isola, Kork-Ease, and Walk-Over, and have selected several styles from each brand to share, so that you too can get excited about the upcoming season’s trends that incorporate new, important silhouettes, textured fabrications, and interesting heel shapes. Suede for fall is a MUST, as well as exotic skin detailing, like snakeskin and stingray, with heels ranging from spindly to curved and chunky. Menswear-inspired looks are still prevalent, along with “Granny” inspired lace ups, with comfort AND style reigning.
While in the showroom, I got to spend some time with menswear designer David Hart, who had very, very cool, one-of-a-kind custom shoes created for him by H.H. Brown for his fall 2014 show (see pictures in the slideshow above).
Which pair is your favorite?
April 3, 2014
There are certain criteria that Nautica women’s sportswear must meet every season, namely being practical, versatile and efficient, while remaining fashion forward. Excelling with aplomb for fall 2014 under the tutelage of Chris Jackson, the brand’s VP of Women’s Design, the collection is at once crisp, refined, and certifiably distinguishable as Nautica.
Pointing in the direction of it’s heritage, now over three decades strong, the fall deliveries for the line are broken into three motifs: Absolute Bearing (window pane prints, and stripes; August delivery), Know the Ropes (tailored, versatile pieces; September delivery), and Long Stay Lady (colorblocking, rich colors and textures; October delivery). See the slideshow above for some of the pieces that I KNOW you will love, including a great anorak in orange or green, tall boots with aptly placed hardware detailing, and a knit asymmetric zip moto sweater. Shop Nautica.com for the extensive lineup, starting in August of 2014!
April 3, 2014
All that you love about C.Wonder is back with a bang for fall, from whimsical, precious prints, and stackable jewelry to monogrammed…everything. You’ll find the perfect selection of gift-able options when stumped on what to get for a housewarming, wedding, or a simple thank you,plus there are plenty of items that you’ll certainly want to pick up for yourself! For the fall 2014 sneak peek, I focused on the accessories that you won’t want to miss, which include modern silhouettes for pearl jewelry, curious cat designs on footwear and sweaters, and great, compact bags to complete the look. See the slide show above for my top picks!
