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September 9, 2012

New York Fashion Week Spring 2013 Day 2: What FPD Wore

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Day 2 of NYFW…I’m still smiling! Day 2 was heavily spent at the tents at Lincoln Center, and I got by with a little help from my friends, including the lovely Dana of Ted Gibson Salon, Söfft Shoes, Baume and Mercier, Sorelli, Shu Uemura, and of course, my Fashion Pulse Fiancé, whose duties largely include keeping me calm and making coffee for me in the morning.


I started Friday out with “second day hair,” so it was high time to try out the Shu Uemura Art of Hair Volume Maker Invisible Texturizing Powder. In a super soft brush format, it’s great for touch-ups on the go and for some instant lift, volume, and oil absorbtion. Let me just tell you that this little brush packs a POWERFUL punch, and each granule of formula really goes the distance. Later in the afternoon I got my tresses done at the Style Coalition Lounge by Dana of Ted Gibson, who added some sexy waves that I was LOVING!
I switched the bands of my new Baume & Mercier watch to a charcoal grey wraparound option, which looked great with the black, olive, and khaki tones in my look of the day.

And of course, some new Sorrelli jewelry to top off the look! A new Sorrelli cocktail ring and pendant fit the bill.

Striking a pose in the Mercedes-Benz area at fashion week-work it!

Outfit Credits:

Nicole Miller Dress

Söfft Brittania Black Wedges (Courtesy of Söfft)

Sorrelli cocktail ring and pendant necklace, MiMi by Sorrelli bracelet (Courtesy of Sorrelli)

Baume &  Mercier Linea 10036 27mm Watch (Courtesy of Baume & Mercier)

-Julia DiNardo

July 5, 2012

Wedges Better Stay in Style for a While…

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…As I have almost forgotten how to walk in heels! I can easily make it an entire day around town in wedges, but pumps are another story. Wedges give such a great effortless lift, and although not all pairs are created a like when it comes to comfort, my Söfft Brittania Black Wedges, certainly rise to the occasion! With a comfy insole and zip closure, it’s easy to slip in and out of these without any wiggling or awkward twisting and turning to wrap, tie, button or buckle anything. The beautifully wrapped jute wedge heel is 3 ¾ inches with  an one inch platform, but honestly I didn’t notice the height one bit! What’s your favorite pair of wedges?

Outfit Credits:

Proenza Schouler for Target Dress (no longer available)

Söfft Brittania Black Wedges (Courtesy of Söfft)

Rebecca Minkoff Woven Bright Bag (Courtesy of Rebecca Minkoff)

Mimi by Sorrelli earrings and bracelet (Courtesy of Sorrelli)

Kenneth Cole White Ceramic Men’s Watch (Courtesy of Kenneth Cole)

DVF Cat Eye Sunglasses (Courtesy of DVF)

–Julia DiNardo

June 29, 2012

Spike Up Your Basic Black Dress with Jewels & Color

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Sometimes it takes stripping away all signs of color to make one really appreciate its importance and significance. Take, for instance, one of my favorite LBDs paired with dark shades — without a dose of color in the look I think I might be able to pass for nominally chic, but some glitz across the neckline and some suede coral stunners on my feet elevate the look to a true fashions statement. Trends will come and go, but mixing in the right amount, and the perfect complimentary shades will always be in style. Start out simple with just 1-2 color infusions with a black dress, and you’ll see what a different it makes.

My Sofft Morocco Coral Suede Wedges are also available in blue or champagne shades, and of course, black, if you decide to keep your footwear neutral but dare to present color elsewhere in your look. Word to the wise: if you are going to do an all-over monochrome look or solid color in a top, know which colors look best on you. For me, right next to my face, the most complimentary shades are it’s coral/red/pink and then hues of blue and turquoise. Nothing in the yellow or lime green, or orange family, please!

Outfit Credits:

Avon Black Dress (Courtesy of Avon)

J.Crew Necklace (No longer available, Courtesy of J.Crew)

Sofft Morocco Coral Suede Wedges (Courtesy of Sofft)

MiMi Stud Earrings and Turquoise Cuff Bracelet (Courtesy of MiMi by Sorrelli)

Pamela Love Bronze & Silver Shelley Cuff (Courtesy of Barneys New York Outlet/Woodbury Common Premium Outlets)

Kenneth Cole White Ceramic Watch (Courtesy of Kenneth Cole)

DVF Cat Eye Frames (Courtesy of DVF)

-Julia DiNardo