August 7, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
Are you ready for the British cheekiness and overall chic-iness? We sure are! Set in a beautiful mansion on NYC’s storied stretch of Fifth Avenue on the Upper East side, Ted Baker presented it’s fall collection for men and women to the tune of a live band and dance performances (Complete with tap dances and humongous feathers; see my Instagram video) throughout the night.
The courtyard of the magnificent mansion opened up to reveal a glimmering, glistening disco ball rotating in tune to the music, setting the scene for a fabulous party, with incredible clothing and accessories within the fall collection’s theme of “Take the Lead.” See the slideshow above for a selection of my faves, hitting Ted Baker stores and its specialty retailers worldwide, soon.
August 6, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
The anklet (ankle bracelet) went the way of the toe ring for many years, buried into oblivion or, rather, at the bottom of our jewelry bins! As trends tend to cycle in and out of popularity, with all things ’90s, it’s on the rise once again, however has now become more refined and delicate, in line with the current trend of ultra-thin jewelry such as stackable and midi rings, layered bangles, and charm necklaces.
Find one in an all-over singular tone, such as silver or gold, keeping the chain thin and uncomplicated. Most come in sizes ranging from 9-11 inches, so it’s best to try them on or make sure they are adjustable before purchasing. Be sure to pair it with footwear styles that accommodate and lengthen, rather than square off your silhouette by having too many straps and hardware around the ankle.
With the return of the mule, the anklet wasn’t too far behind! This is definitely a look that is reserved for summer/warmer weather, so try it now before Labor Day arrives.
In This Collage (from clockwise):
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August 5, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
It’s understandable to love a lip gloss for its ease of application, however not all glosses are created alike. I’ve had my fair share of them that have been overly sticky and gooey, eventually becoming too tacky to move from the wand to the lips. Where’s the fun in that? Texture is certainly important to making sure you aren’t constantly on edge, waiting to prevent a “hair stuck to lips” moment, and once you’ve found a gloss that looks and feels great, you’ll lower your guard against these kind of mishaps.
I recently tried the Mehron Glosstone Pro line, a well-edited array of colors (five color options and one clear shade; $11.95 each) that is probably the least tacky lip gloss I’ve ever tried, is super smooth, and non-drying, thanks to ingredients such as aloe vera and Vitamin E. My favorite shade is Coral Reef, with just enough color to enhance my lip hue, without looking overly glossed.
If you’re more of a matte lip gal, Mehron has a well-pigmented L.I.P. Cream ($7.95 each), which pairs nicely with its new array of L.I.P. Liner Pencil shades (Darling, Brick, Sweet, and Hope; $8.95 each). Mehron, with a history as a theatrical makeup brand spanning eight decades, has been used on the sets of films such as Black Swan and in productions of The Lion King and Cirque de Soliel, as well as on celebrities such as Pink and Hilary Duff. Purchase its products at authorized retailers and online at Mehron.com.
August 4, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
“How many pieces of jewelry do you own?” a friend quizzically asked me recently. My response was pretty much along the lines of “I have no clue!” as I’m always on the hunt for a cool new piece, be it vintage or new, at a great price that can look great from season to season, year to year, without being too tied down to a particular trend or look. This past week I took the T.J.Maxx and Marshalls Fall Transition Blogger Challenge, which was right in line with favorite kind of adornment, by using accessories as the perfect update to transition one’s wardrobe from summer into fall. With the great selection of high-quality, designer accessories found at the stores, it’s easy to make a quick yet meaningful enhancement to your look without taking up too much space in your closet.
As I shopped for pieces to style from a summer to fall perspective, I generally went for baubles that struck a chord with my fashion sensibility, but also sought out jewelry that had a substantial texture to them that could work well against filmy garments and warmer layers alike. I also was selective about my color choices, opting for more all-over gold or silver tone accessories while keeping the colorful pieces slightly more muted, so they weren’t so heavily reminiscent of summer brights and fall/winter neutrals.
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