Frye Boot Fall/Winter and Spring/Summer Preview

There are some great new updates to classic styles coming your way this fall/winter, such as fleece lined boots (yay! so warm!). Stay tuned for spring 2011  from Frye which is equally as exciting with sandals, flats, boots, and handbags, featuring hand-sewn and whip-stitch detailing, all coming together to pay homage to the brand’s American heritage.

Charlotte Russe and Eric Daman Bubbles & Baubles Event

This event was an introduction to the Eric Daman (Gossip Girl stylist)  for Charlotte Russe line of party dresses, all at $50 and under. There definitely were a few I wanted to grab off of the mannequin, but instead, went for accessories and shoes that were up for grabs! it’s all about studding, sparkle, and shine for holiday 2010!

Ann Taylor Spring 2011 Collection Preview

The brand has definitely approached a turning point in its design — fashion forward styles and silhouettes were the majority at the preview, combining military with feminine looks, alongside some must-have accessories and footwear. Also of note was the gorgeous, well-edited bridal gown offerings, and even some chic looks for bridesmaids as well – yes they do exist!

Molton Brown & Edwing D’Angelo’s Night

Hosted at the Molton Brown boutique in Midtown, Edwing D’Angelo displayed his statement making frocks on mannequins, live models, and the cast of the Broadway musical, Fela!

If you may have thought, or know you have skills as a designer, put them to the test with the Charlotte Russe T-Shirt Design contest!  The winning design will be produced and sold online andthe winner will also get a trip to NYC and $250 to shop at Charlotte Russe.  The Charlotte Russe Design Star Campaign will occur using the social media platform Brickfish, which  makes it simple to promote your design across your social networks – and the most viral entry, along with the Sign-up Sweepstakes” winners get a $750 shopping spree. Interested? Click here to enter – the contest has begun!

As you can see, it was a total accessory-fest at the Charlotte Russe Holiday 2009 and early Spring 2010 press preview yesterday! I completely gushed over the re-fashioned vintage jewelry and statement pieces, as well as the price points: 2 for $8, with the most expensive piece landing at $20. This season you will be certain to find your sparkle and sequins at Charlotte Russe; my favorites included the fitted sequined jacket and adorned dress (below, left) that housed hardware and sequins. For early spring delivery, expect more fitted, yet still deconstructed boyfriend jeans and fitted blazers. When does these items come out in stores, you may wonder? Soon, very very soon….