Fashion Pulse Daily - Part 485

March 12, 2012

Cushy Flats for a Busy City

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There is no doubt that New York City is a walking city; I can’t tell you the numerous times I’ve done a ‘footwear switcharoo’ when I’m within a block of my destination from flats into heels, as it’s just not humanely possible (or safe) to wear four-inch (or higher) heels every second one is outside of the apartment!

Courtesy of PlanetShoes.com, an online shoe retailer since 2001 (more on PlanetShoes.com below), I tried out a pair of the Indigo by Clarks Plush Bea, a super-cushioned pair of ballet flats with an OrthoLite footbed and gel-pad rubber outsole, featuring a leather cut-out design on the uppers. Sporting them in classic black, they looked great everywhere from an office meeting to a night out afterwards at MOMA this past Friday night. After wearing the pair only once, I confidently threw them in my bag as my only other pair of shoes for my New Orleans long weekend vacation as well; they were that comfortable!  If you’d like to switch out classic black for another shade, the style also comes in natural (a pale beige/tan hue), or grey green, which are certain to look great once the warmer weather arrives.

About PlanetShoes.com:

Based in Waltham, Massachusetts, and dedicated to eco-friendly, wellness, and vegan shoes, PlanetShoes.com also offers major footwear brands such as Sorel, Ecco, Sperry, Kenneth Cole Reaction, Kork-Ease, The North Face, Sofft, Sanuk, Vintage Shoe Company, and more.  The site has a mission to carry comfortable, stylish and well-made shoes, but what I love most about them is that PlanetShoes.com not only promotes green products but also takes major strides toward supporting other green initiatives such as NuRide, 1% For The Planet, Carbonfund.org, and more.

–Julia DiNardo

March 9, 2012

Fall 2012 Fashion Week: Mugler

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[Images via Elle.com]

Trust me, you will go Gaga over Mugler’s Fall 2012 collection, as every piece was complicatedly designed and fashioned together in a way that only two modern geniuses could come up with. Creative director Nicola Formichetti and Mugler’s head of women’s designer, Sébastien Peigné took a step into the future with asymmetrical looks, modern peplums, and a lot of edge. Clean and sleek looks came down the runway in the most luxe of materials, such as fox fur and leather. Sheer black fabrics and playful fringe also made a debut for a sexy, yet playful addition. Formichetti and Peigné did not forget to put some bright colors within their collection to brighten up your fall looks, as they included a vibrant red jumpsuit and a tangerine dress with a high slit.

– Ambika Makin

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March 9, 2012

Pretty Pleated Maxi Skirts For Ever-Flowing Style (thefind Guest Post)

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From our friends at thefind.com:

While maxi dresses may always have a special place in summer trends as a go-to for instant, comfortable warm-weather glamour, it’s become pretty clear that maxi skirts have taken their place as the trendiest way to keep cool this upcoming season. Flowing fabric, long lengths, and the importance to be extra mindful of proportions make maxi skirts a not-so-easy trend to pull off, but for those who succeed, the look is romantic but still breezy with a boho-inspired feel, and undeniably comfortable. Sultry sheer panels and fun florals make these ultra-long skirts pretty, edgy, and summer-festive (especially when cinched with a wide belt), and fanciful pleats give them that extra movement so you don’t look or feel like you’re wearing a sheet. Paired with the right sleek blouse or colorful tank (or even a fitted blazer for those chillier nights out) and you’ve got yourself a bevy of day or not options for a look that’s laidback-luxe.

From left to right: NY Collection Sheer Pleated Maxi, Cremieux Miranda Floral-Print Maxi Skirt, and Hive & Honey Pleat Maxi Skirt.

– Alexandra Gambardella

March 9, 2012

Being Beautiful on a Budget: TOPSHOP Make Up (LollieShopping Guest Post)

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TOPSHOP

As I anxiously await the arrival of Las Vegas’ very own TOPSHOP/TOPMAN flagship store, I am simply enchanted with the retailer’s line of affordable cosmetics, which range in price from $3-$20. Offering everything you need to complete your trendsetting look, from blush to nail polish to gel eyeliner, you would be missing out if you didn’t get TOPSHOP Make Up a try.

I am particularly smitten with TOPSHOP’s Kohl eyeliner, which is intense in color, applies smoothly, and never cakes or flakes. Additionally, I adore the cream blush, which I also use as a lip stain. When I can find more than one use for a product, I’m hooked. Want to find our how some of the other products tested out, plus detail surrounding the Las Vegas store opening? Head to LollieShopping.com for the rest!

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