Posted in Link Love, Shopping, Trends on Oct 29th, 2009
From our friends at thefind.com:
Ponchos are making an appearance again this fall in the form of chunky knits. Think handmade, warm and cozy. Many are a fusion of sweater and poncho that button up the front, making them easier to layer. You’ll see hoods, pockets and zippers as added features as well. Look for all wool [...]
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Posted in Link Love, Trends on Oct 7th, 2009
Via our friends at thefind.com:
After making an appearance on the runway at Marc by Marc Jacobs, the fur boot is back. You may recall the mukluk trend from a few seasons ago. Yes, it’s back and it is part of the larger fur trend we are seeing on faux fur vests in particular as well [...]
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Posted in Shopping, Trends on Aug 17th, 2009
Mesh…something that has long been associated with 80’s punk and water socks is making a chic comeback – we swear! Reinvented for work, evening, and beyond, mesh is now a sophisticated, yet still edgy alternative to the plain black bootie or heel. Take for instance Dolce & Gabbana’s Peep-Toe Booties ($795, Saks) covered in mesh, [...]
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Posted in Link Love, Trends on Jun 10th, 2009
Zipper detailed accessories add an edgy dose of ’80s punk to handbags and shoes this season. Add a slash of Sid Vicious inspiration with this fun trend for summer. Look for zippers that add an embellishment that is not purely functional. The zipper frill sandal by Pour la Victoire’s zipper “flower” is pure over-the-top whimsy. [...]
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Posted in Link Love, Trends on May 20th, 2009
Via our friends at thefind.com:
Set your sights on something petite this summer. A chain wristlet is the essential accessory for your breezy summer escapades. Setting the trend is Yves Saint Laurent’s chain mail wristlet. The 5-by-4 inch wristlet is a combination mini pouch and handmade jewelry chain bracelet. In addition to the YSL chain wristlet [...]
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When the Obamas get to the white house in January, the change that ensues will not only be in politics. Michelle Obama has become a fashion icon and will no doubt change the image of the typical first lady from stuffy and conservative to fashionable and funky. Over the course of the campaign, we’ve seen [...]
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Posted in Shopping on Sep 30th, 2008
So, you may have missed the free YSL tote bag giveway, and although this tote isn’t free, the Yves Saint Laurent ‘Raspail’ Cascade-Print Tote is on sale for $498 (was $995) at Neiman Marcus. We love the way the cascade print works in a tie-dye, gradient aesthetic without going overboard! The leather trim and open [...]
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