October 25, 2013
by fashion pulse contributor
Cynthia Rowley continues to put her creative spin on classic pieces with her spring 2014 collection. Mixing pretty with sporty, Rowley presented a lineup of quilted dresses, skirts, and jackets alongside party dresses printed with Scandinavian floral patterns. An assortment of neoprene wetsuits were printed with lace and Hawaiian floral motifs, guaranteeing you’ll be the most stylish one at the beach. See the slideshow above for our top picks.
Rowley Eyewear has also become a major focus for the designer, with her line of retro-inspired shades and prescription lenses moving her one step closer to being a complete lifestyle brand (plus, next time you’re in the area, check out her ultra cool candy shop, CuRious Candy, on Bleecker or East 78th Street!).
October 24, 2013
by Julia DiNardo
I’ve had quite a week: starting with having to wake up 1.5 hours than I usually do for work, followed by a ton of events and running around, to say that a cup o’ java has been my lifeline would be an understatement! My new K10 MINI Plus Brewing System has been a total gem at accommodating my chaotic lifestyle, taking no more than 2.5 minutes to have my single cup of coffee brewed into my to go cup and ready to roll; if only I could teach it to throw in some raw sugar and securely close the lid for me too!
I recently downsized from a Keurig K75 Platinum to the adorable K10 MINI Plus, which looks so polished and sharp amongst my other kitchen appliances in its sophisticated platinum finish and compact size. At under $100, this model is a great entryway into the Keurig brand of single cup coffee machines as a gift for yourself, family, and/or friends.
Of course there’s no other way to start the work day when working at home than by using my “Shopping is my Cardio — Sex and the City” mug my mom got me years ago (well, it IS true…), allowing 6,8, or 10 ounces of beverage to pour in. A compact tank permits water for just one cup at a time, which I think is a great feature, as water would tend to sit stagnant for quite some time, in between brews in my old model.
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October 23, 2013
by Julia DiNardo
Expect classic nautical detailing updated in striking silhouettes for spring 2014 at Nautica, featuring crisp blouses in vibrant prints, softened quilted jackets, all found in canvas, chambray, seersucker, gingham, linen, and lightweight cotton, and of course a color palette of predominantly red, white, and blue. Even casually lounging takes a well-fashioned flare, with lightweight tanks and flouncy pants taking the lead. Some new favorites this season are the lovely jewelry accessories such as braided bracelets and rope styles, as well as canvas sandals (my favorites are the espadrilles), sure to make you yearn for the days of summer to promptly return. In fact, some of them, like this mixed media nautical anchor clutch and braided bracelet (both pictured) can be shopped now! See the slideshow above for my top picks!
