October 9, 2015
by Julia DiNardo
It’s been a few weeks since I’ve put a Fashion Pulse Flash together, but rest assured, there’s been plenty that I’ve experienced, tested, and loved that I’ve been wanting to share!
Let’s start with some of the cool happenings and products tested from the past week:
This past week, I spent a little extra time with one of my favorite outdoors apparel and footwear brands, Columbia Sportswear. Highlighted were some of Columbia’s seasonal collections, tested true to its heritage in the Pacific Northwest, displayed in a range of items meant for impenetrable rain, chilly temps and sunny days. Great quilted boots and jackets, along with more casual offerings like canvas sneakers and light weight parkas were presented, all geared toward the company’s branding of “tested tough,” which reintroduces a return to the brand’s roots with ad spots and promotions that feature Gert Boyle, Chairman of the board of this family-based company. Since the weather is on the verge of getting cold here in NYC, I had my eye on the Columbia Titanium Heatzone 1000 TurboDown™ Hooded Jacket!
I’ve spent a lot of time with my friends from Sorel this week, starting off with a sneak peek at the fabulous spring collection (more details coming soon!), and capping it all off with a launch party in its flagship store in NYC’s hip Meatpacking District, honoring the fall footwear and apparel items and hosted by costume designer Jenn Rogien. Toward the end of the evening, Rogien (of “GIRLS” and “Orange is the New Black”) spoke and held a q&a session, perfect for budding costume designers. Always a good time at a Sorel event, and of course, some boots were involved!
[The morning view from Elk Lake Lodge, North Hudson, New York]
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October 6, 2015
by Julia DiNardo
[An ideal messy ponytail look from Banana Republic’s spring 2016 collection]
… what do all of these brands have in common? The hair style seen at all of their spring shows were ponytails! From sleek to tousled up, high to low, and adorned with velvety ribbons or a simple elastic bungee, there’s no denying that the ponytail is the look for spring–or now! The best part is that it’s so unbelievably simple to achieve.
Focusing on my favorite version, an unfussy, fast, messy pony, I created the look with the help of some tools, starting out and finishing with the EcoTools Ultimate Air Dryer Hair Brush. This brush not only helps to dry hair 40% faster, but also is extremely gentle, perfect for the backcombing involved in this style.
In order to achieve a ponytail similar to the one featured at top, apply volumizing mousse to the hair roots and lengths, dry the hair with the EcoTools Ultimate Air Dryer Hair Brush, and add in some texture or “beach waves” spray a few minutes into the drying process. With a big barrel curling iron, loosely curl the ends in varying directions, gather, and secure with an elastic at the mid-crown. Add some dry shampoo for even more matte texture to the lengths and crown, and mess up a bit by lightly scrunching the hair. Use a distinctive elastic, like mine picture with some hardware on them for extra visual interest, or wrap the hair around the elastic and secure with a bobby pin to conceal it.
![[Christine Symonds' Messy Pony look for EcoTools]](http://fashionpulsedaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/christine-symonds-ecotools-1.jpg)
[Christine Symonds’ Messy Pony look for EcoTools]
for written steps and a video of celebrity hair stylist Christine Symonds’ (from the EcoTools beauty team) take on messy, twisted pony!
Full Disclosure: This post is brought to you by EcoTools. All opinions are my own.
October 6, 2015
by Julia DiNardo
There’s nothing that kicks off a new fall season better than a shiny new pair of stylish, warm, high-quality boots, and Sorel certainly fits that description! Come and pay a visit to the Sorel Flagship Store in New York City’s Meatpacking District (located at 345 West 14th Street) this Thursday, October 8th from 7-9pm for the launch party, a chance to check out the latest and greatest in the brand’s footwear offerings for women and men, plus a look at the debut of the apparel collection. I can’t wait to check out the newest offerings, and if the website is any indication, the Conquest Carly Moto Jacket in Olive Green and Major Low Premium Print Bootie are on my must-have list!
![[Jenn Rogien putting together looks for the SORELstyle shoot]](http://fashionpulsedaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Sorel_Fall2015.jpg)
[Jenn Rogien putting together looks for the SORELstyle shoot]
The
launch party is hosted by costume designer Jenn Rogien, who has most recently
created the costumes for the HBO hit series “GIRLS,” and equally as popular Netflix original series
“Orange is the New Black.” The ultra cool, stylish, and personable Rogien will also be giving a short talk and Q&A session during the event, so if there’s anything you’ve ever wanted to ask a costumer designer of a hit show…now’s your chance !
I hope to see you there!
P.S.- Do you live somewhere other than New York City? Why not show off your fabulous style on social media, using the hashtag #SORELstyleCONTEST for a chance to win a shopping trip with costume designer Jenn Rogien in NYC? (contest ends at 11:59pm, PT, on October 15th; more details here)
Full Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Sorel; all opinions are my own.
October 5, 2015
by Julia DiNardo
It’s crazy what a difference a year can make. At the very least, it can be a reminder to enjoy every moment and take nothing for granted. From a sartorial standpoint, I feel like I’m in a very place than I was a year ago, but then again, my wardrobe hasn’t really changed all that much. My needs may have though, and the concessions that I am willing to make to look and live stylishly certainly aren’t the same. I think as I grow older, an emphasis on stylish comfort resounds, and although I have my gussied up moments, I most importantly need clothes that will move me from my work day to the weekend, from my home to a travel destination, with nary a wrinkle or blister to boot.
Speaking of boots…there’s not much that sets the tone for fall more than a new pair of boots. Continue reading…
