February 14, 2009
by fashionpulse
Everyone knows that I generally love the Go International designer collaborations with Target. And perhaps it was my fault for holding the McQ collection to a higher standard, but I expected this to be the most avant garde collection Target has had. Instead, the collection is a mix of basics and funkier items, like blue mesh tunics, leather vests, and tiny bikini bottomes. The gem for me was the drapey green and black dress for $69.99; more costly however than Go International items that I’ve purchased in the past (usually no more than $49.99). I do have to say that it was a fabulous event, with a performance by The Duke Spirit, free libations, and a cool warehouse space that made the trek over to the West Side Highway worth it.
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February 13, 2009
by fashionpulse
Fabulous posts are a great way to kick off the start of fashion week:
Stiletto Jungle covets Olivia Palermo‘s vivid blue clutch.
All About the Pretty is treating herself to a spa day with Karen Neuberger Plush Robe.
Allie is Wired has Mary-Kate Olsen channeling Courtney Love in the new issue of Interview.
Bag Bliss on the pink wallet trend
Bag Snob– Chic and practical with Fendi!
Beauty Snob– Get gorgeous with Sheryl Crow’s Grammy look!
FashionPulseDaily reviews the latest Givenchy Couture collection — read on for our thoughts!
Kristopher Dukes is wanting, wearing, and hating Kiki De Montparnasse lingerie.
Second City Style thinks you should the latest collection from Alexander Mcqueen – !
Shrimpton Couture– proves the case for Sequin Dresses!
StyleBakery.com shows us 10 pieces every woman should own
Stylehive introduces you to hot Aussie label Maurie & Eve!
The Beauty Stop details Michelle Obama as Vogue cover girl.
The Shoe Goddess finds this sexy hot pink pump from Alexander McQueen just in time for Valentine’s Day!
TheMakeupGirl is giving away a bunch of MAC Hello Kitty booty!!!
February 13, 2009
by fashionpulse
[All images are from the Jillian Lewis presentation]
Fashion Pulse Daily has already begun the whirlwind week of fashion shows, so before we head off to get our beauty rest for the first official day of shows, we thought that it would be nice to give a recap of the day’s events (briefly):
Jillian Lewis: 
A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. Loved the burn out leggings, the darker, somber mood, the knit maroon dress, and the incredible hair styling by Philip Pelusi.
Loris Diran:
A sign of the times– playing it safe with suits, suits, and more suits for men and women. Tailoring was integral to the collection.
Vogue & BMW Party:
Perhaps we were dressed a bit too casually, but still had a good time, and listened to some great music.
Alvin Valley:
The collection progressively got more interesting and distinctive as it went along, with the showstoppers including a softly ruffled skirt and a ultra pale green floating, layered gown.
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February 12, 2009
by fashionpulse
Though I wouldn’t turn to the 1980s (the decade that gave us mesh shirts, shoulder pads, and neon legwarmers), the Edwardian era (the period responsible for the bustle, the s-shaped corset, and the leg o’ mutton sleeve), or the bondage look (the style that gave us—well, you know) for the basis for my next outfit, Riccardo Tisci proves in his latest couture collection for Givenchy that combining the three together yields some surprisingly chic results. The typical outfit in this collection balanced feminine lace with hardcore leather straps or eerie mummy wrapping, soft, organza shoulder-poofs with skin-tight skirts and sleeves, and even the concealing and revealing effects of sheer, eyelet-covered veils.
Beauty through asymmetry was also a clear goal of Tisci’s, reflected in the fact that most of his dresses featured off-the shoulder cuts, irregular gathering, and elegant but unpredictable draping. My personal fave looks arose when Tisci loosened up a bit, let the fabric flow, and ditched the austere black and white for more playful colors such as ivory, champagne, canary-yellow, violet, or rose. All in all, the Givenchy Spring/Summer 2009 couture collection will leave your skin crawling and your hair raised; both because of its utter freakiness and its profound beauty.
-Lily Allen
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