Fashion Pulse Daily

December 22, 2010

BareNecessities.com, Shapers, and Me

After not 100% pleased with my overall smoothness once seeing this dress in a recent post, I decided to submit it for a shapewear makeover, or rather, “make-under” for the exclusive shapewear event with BareNecessities.com Style Director Jenny Altman.

Consisting of a fabulous makeup application by senior artist Keri Blair of Mac Cosmetics and a fitting with several shapewear options, I donned the Yummie Tummie Strapless Slip with Lace Hem, $86, underneath my asymmetrical black dress. I never would have thought of it, but this option is actually quite versatile, eliminating having to wear a strapless bra and worry about any type of shapewear/pantyhose combination. Plus, since it is in nude, it can definitely be worn under other items in my wardrobe that may be a bit transparent. Gaining some styling tips and advice from Jenny was a highlight of the evening, since shapewear is far from my forte, although an integral part of most women’s everyday routine.

December 22, 2010

Harper’s Bazaar and Swarovski Elements Reveal a Sparkling New Cover and Digital Issue

by fashionpulse

Just in time for the holidays, Harper’s Bazaar has partnered with Swarovski Elements to produce a crystal-encrusted limited-edition December 2010 issue, which also comes with a groundbreaking digital edition available on Zinio. The issue, recently launched at the Shoreham, a Willow Club Hotel, features an extreme close-up of pop sensation Katy Perry, and focuses on her red lips covered in 150 ruby-colored Swarovski Elements. In the digital issue, fans and readers can experience the unique motion graphics that create sparkle and shine, a behind-the-scenes video of the cover shoot, and interactive image and video content from the magazine.

Harper’s Bazaar readers get another special treat: look for the call to action in the Zinio digital edition and find the Swarovski Elements interactive advertising spread, and be entered for a chance to win fabulous handpicked pieces from the Atelier Swarovski Collection.

-Kaci Hamilton

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December 21, 2010

Curations with Stefani Greenfield for Holiday 2010

by Julia DiNardo

Fashion authority and former Scoop NYC co-founder Stefani Greenfield has a great line of jewelry, out for holiday via her Curations with Stefani Greenfield line, exclusively at HSN. I was able to see a great selection of the pieces in-person, with the majority of them retailing for under $100. Some of my favorites included several over sized stone necklaces, a Leopard Print Hat and Scarf Set recently spotted on Katy Perry (pictured, and on sale for $30), and a Dreamy One-Shoulder Dress in red.

There are plenty of items great for gift-giving to some of your favorite ladies in your life, and of course, for yourself! Some other designer brands found at HSN include A by Adrienne Landau, American Glamour Badgley Mischka, Reem, and Timeless by Naeem Khan.

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December 20, 2010

Century 21 for the Holidays

by Julia DiNardo

[Trying on some furry ear warmers at Century 21’s Manhattan location]

It’s practically a rite of passage to introduce new New Yorkers and visitors to Century 21 –– a department store chock-full of designer brands with savings of 40%-65% off retail prices. You can easily master your holiday shopping list here, fooling everyone into thinking you spent top dollar on designer labels! Plus, one of my favorite aspects are the super-accommodating hours: depending on the location, the store opens as early as 7:45am, and can be open as late as 11pm!

On a recent visit, I discovered merch from some brands I was quite pleasantly surprised to see, including Marc Jacobs, Tory Burch, Diane von Furstenberg, Valentino, Cole Haan, and Matt & Nat. There was even a section in the front of the store with little knick knacks perfect for stocking stuffers and “back-up gifts” — you know the kind; when someone surprises you with a gift you didn’t expect, and need something versatile to have on hand, just in case of this! Just like any other department store, they’ve got all the main categories covered, from cosmetics to men’s and women’s apparel, home, footwear, and more. Check Century 21‘s website for a store nearest you — there’s locations in Manhattan, New Jersey, Long Island, Brooklyn, and Queens.