Costumes: WHO'S BAD?!

Posted By: KK on 10/30/09 3:30 AM | Categories: Costumes

Last minute Halloween anxiety?  Don't know who to be?  Here are two slightly obvious yet BRILLIANT options that the whole world is a-flutter talking about.  Former King and newly crowned Queen of pop: Michael Jackson and Lady Gaga!  Don't have time to order online?  You can find most items locally, and don't forget American Apparel, Ricky's NYC or Forever21.  Happy Halloween!

Michael Jackson:  Why not channel MJ’s iconic military look from his 1992 Dangerous Tour.  After all, this exact fashion statement did inspire Balmain’s Autumn/Winter 09 collection!  

BB Dakota Lombard Jacket ($75), Silence & Noise Satin Trouser ($58), Michael Jackson Curly Thriller Wig ($13.95), Glitter Sequin Glove ($5.99), REI Silk Socks ($7.50), Cole Haan Deana Loafers ($278.90), Classic Black Fedora ($7.50), Ray-Ban Aviator Glasses ($129), Chanel Red Lipstick ($30), Baby Alive Doll ($16.99)

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Lady Gaga Costume:  Grab a blonde wig (make sure the bangs are perfectly straight), vintage sunglasses and funky shoes.  Anything lacey will do the trick (or treat).
Blonde Wig ($13.99), Vintage Lady Gaga Poker Face Sunglasses ($39.99), Arden B. Latex One Shoulder Body Suit ($19), Sheer Lace Gloves ($15), Victoria's Secret Lace Leggings ($39.50), Leopard Print Bootie ($49), Ardell Fake Lashes ($3.49), Revlon Silver Nailpolish ($4.79), Rhinestone Knuckle Ring ($4.80), Glam Box 24k Gold Leaf Powder ($6), Bar Scale Necklace ($14.80)
 

What to Wear: Cool Capes

Posted By: KK on 10/29/09 3:19 AM | Categories: What to Wear

What do you think about capes and ponchos?  The three of us have weighed on this colder weather category as the temperature starts droppin'!

KK: Shopping on Madison, running to catch the bus to work on Fifth, or picking up from school in Carnegie Hill, I like my capes on the
short and symmetrical side. These are all perfect for fall’s changing
weather.
 
Ralph Lauren Gala Belted Wool Cape ($249), Burberry Cotton Trench Cape ($850), Burberry Wool Trench Capelet ($895), Michael Kors Stand-collar Double-Breasted Coat ($199.99), Cassette Cape in Black ($147)
 
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GB: I'm liking the look for outdoor wear, particularly with the expected fluctuating temps of fall – but I really love wrapping up in a big sweater, a la Theory or Tomas Maier below.

Shoshanna Funnel Neckl Cape ($395), Theory Riddick Sweater Poncho ($275), Elizabeth and James Double Breasted Cape ($695), Tomas Maier Cashmere Cape (on sale $632.50), Marni Wool Cape ($670)


LG:  I love the dramatic effect a cape can create with an outfit.  Due to the excess fabric one is draping over the body, stick with a sleek and structured look underneath.  Leggings, skinny jeans or a spandex dress with tights and boots work really well.      



McQ by Alexander McQueen Cocoon Sweater ($349), Pringle 1815 Black Oversized Cape ($305.25), French Connection Lark Wool Jacket ($298), DKNY Meghan Cape with Leather Trim ($347), Derek Lam Cashmere Cape ($1,990)
 

Enter to Win: Cut & Color at the new Frédéric Fekkai Salon

Posted By: KK on 10/28/09 6:42 AM | Categories: Enter to Win

 
Congrats to What2WearWhere fan Pamela Norwood for winning!
 
Don't forget to check back for upcoming contests . . . 
 

ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A CUT AND COLOR AT THE NEW FRÉDÉRIC FEKKAI SALON AT THE LEGENDARY MARK

World renowned style-maker and entrepreneur,Frédéric Fekkai has donated a gift certificate to Frédéric Fekkai at the Mark, the seventh salon in Fekkai’s world-class salon portfolio that includes Los Angeles, Palm Beach, Dallas, Greenwich, Fifth Avenue and Soho.
 

Enter for a chance to WIN by becoming our FAN on FACEBOOK!

Online Sales: Party Shoes!

Posted By: KK on 10/28/09 3:59 AM | Categories: Online Sales

'Tis the season for festive parties!  Stock up
on these perfect party heels with these stiletto high SALES!  Strut
into any party looking sexy, yet feeling guilt free with you savvy
savings.

 

    
Chloe Satin Elastic Strappy Sandals $249.50 (were $499) Christian Louboutin Desir 85 Sandals $472 (were $1,180)
 
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Gianfranco Ferre Metallic Heels $490 (about 50% off)       Alberta Ferretti Satin Heels $455 (about 50% off)
 
      
L.A.M.B. Leslie Heels $284 (were $359)                        Nina Ulexa Sandal ($89.95)
 
 

   

   
J. Crew Harper Crackle Heels $129.99 (were $238)     Boss Black Huge Boss Istrice Heels $185.72 (were $395)
 
 
  
  
Mario Bologna Diamante Heels $225 (about 50% off)      Rene Caovilla Velvet Satin Sandals $390 (about 50% off)
 
 
J. Crew Ginger Metallic Strappy Slingbacks $135 (were $185)
 

What to Wear: Autumn Wedding

Posted By: KK on 10/28/09 3:46 AM | Categories: What to Wear


Great friend Liz asked a perplexing question, “What to wear to a fall wedding?”   We decided to get out there and come up with a solution.  We found two dresses, one sleeveless and one long-sleeved, which we thought would suit such an event.  Mix and match the accessories and your outfit will be the perfect union!

Something Borrowed… Something BLUE!

Shoshanna Dance Dress ($440), Louis Mariette Vivienne Crystal-Studded Headband ($265), Lee Angel Twisted Gen Necklace ($320), Bounkit Emerald-Cut Sapphire Earrings, Tom Binns Swarvorski Watch ($315), Arden B Python Clutch ($28), Alberta Ferretti Blue Satin Jewlled Heels (on SALE $455), Carolee “Azure Skies” Necklace ($150), Felix Ray Headband ($65), Piazza Sempione V-Back Jersey Dress ($795) ($310),

For more Wedding Attire click here!
 

What the Chairs Wear: What the Chairs Wear: The Boys Club of New York Fall Dance

Posted By: KK on 10/27/09 9:49 AM | Categories: What the Chairs Wear

“Casablanca” is the dramatic theme of The Boys Club of New York Fall Dance on Tuesday, November 3rd.  For our oh-so-stylish Co-Chairs, Alice Ross and Liete Einhorn, we channeled Bogie’s elegant style to create a dramatic black and white effect, so evocative of that genre.  We also put together a look for our friend and Junior Committee member, Jacqueline Stahl, who will keep the party going for the after-dinner dancing at Rick’s Café.  What a fez-tive evening it will be!  

For more information or to purchase tickets please click here. 

Channeling Bogie's classic white-tie for our Co-Chairs: 

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Jacqueline's Rick's Café Look:
 
ACB Suede Tassel Earrings ($155), Tibi Tuxedo Dress ($345), Red Fez (16.95), Isharya Square Ring ($115), Anya Hindmarch Box Clutch ($425), Roarke Bowtie ($195), Chloe Satin Elastic Strappy Sandals ($249.50) 
 
For more Festive Attire click here! 
 

Costumes: Central Park Conservancy Halloween Ball

Posted By: KK on 10/26/09 3:03 AM | Categories: Costumes

Our arresting and adventurous friend, Suzanne Cochran, creates the most witty themes for her fabulous fete at the 14th Annual Central Park Conservancy Halloween Ball taking place on Tuesday, October 27th.  We thought Amelia Earhart would make a high flying role model.  For tickets and information click here.  It is one of the most bewitching events of the season!!

J.Crew Fan Placket White Shirt ($69.50), Leatherman Bag ($150), "World Atlas" by Rand McNally ($5.95), Miz Mooz Margaux Lace-Up Boots ($184.95), Acne Leather Jacket  ($1,130), Yoke Button-Front Trousers ($58), Outdoorsman Ray Ban Aviators ($139), Aviator Googles ($9.99), Vera Poppies Print Scarf ($98.00), Uniden 2-Way Radios ($19.99), Aviator Brown Hat ($33.99), Aviation Pin ($5), Flying-Cross Mini Medal ($8), Amelia Earhart’s “The Fun of It: Random Records of My Own Flying” ($31.88) 

“Adventure is worthwhile in itself.”  – Amelia Earhart
 
For more Halloween costume ideas click here. 

What the Chairs Wear: What the Chairs Wear: NYSPCC Annual Gala

Posted By: KK on 10/23/09 5:23 AM | Categories: What the Chairs Wear

Author and Lifestyle Expert for NBC’s Today Show, Elizabeth Mayhew, has an elegant style that she expertly shares with us in her latest book, Flip for Decorating.
  On Monday, October 26th, she is chairing the New York Society Prevention
of Cruelty to Children Gala at 583 Park Avenue.  Established  in 1875, NYSPCC was the first child protection
agency in  the world.  For tickets and information please click here.  
 
Elizabeth Mayhew
 
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Kieselstein-Cord "Schehrazade" Earrings ($2,150), Vera Wang Ribbon Bracelet ($195), Anya Hindmarch Stone Clutch ($320), Milly Lace Dress ($390), Betsey Johnson Faux Mink Chubby ($357), Jimmy Chood'Orsay Pump ($675)

What to Wear: Fur or Faux

Posted By: KK on 10/22/09 3:45 AM | Categories: What to Wear

One of fashion's eternal questions: real or faux fur?  Join in our debate! 

KK: While there
some great faux furs out there, there’s nothing like the real thing
baby – especially these fur funnels that come in all sorts of colors,
designed by our friends at glamourpussNYC.com.  They will fleece-up
your fashion from jeans to evening.   
 
 

Brooks Brothers Shearling Trapper Hat ($228), Karl Donaghue Sheared Rabbit Wrap Gilet ($1,150), UGG Leather Shearling Gloves ($95), Glamourpuss Black Fur Funnel ($198), Milly Rabbit Vest ($740)

 
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GB: Totally faux!  There are super luxurious (and obv. cruelty-free) options these days that are even difficult for the trained fashionista's eye to distinguish between.  The days of plastic-y, synthetic mop-like fakes are looong gone so there's no real reason not to!
 

 

Brian Reyes Faux Otter Fur Car Coat ($1,495), Lauren by Ralph Lauren Calbourne Faux Fur Jacket ($499), Albertus Swanepoel Onegin Faux Fur Cossak Hat ($300)  
 
Alice %20 Olivia Faux Fur Shawl Collar Jacket ($385), Bop Basics Faux Fur Trapper Hat ($98), Faux Fur Rachel Vest ($60)   
 
LG:  When it comes to the question, to fur or to faux, I swing both ways.  Here are some of my fav real and reproduction furry finds. 

 


 
 
To Faux…  Aqua Leopard-Faux Jacket ($188), Topshop Faux Fur Coat ($250), Gryphon “Glam Rock” Faux Fur Vest ($750)

Online Sales: Fabulous Foliage

Posted By: KK on 10/21/09 3:06 AM | Categories: Online Sales

We thought we'd dedicate this weeks' Deals & Steals to the fantastic foliage in New England – we can't get enough of these autumnal colors!

 

   
                   Furla Fabric Bag ($85)                                           Dodo Le Parisienne ($55)                                             
 
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Zhor and Nema Lurex Cardigan Jacket $225 (was $750)                  Miu Miu Suede Pumps $173.25 (were $495)
 
 
 
            
Kenneth Jay Lane Necklace $65 (was $130)          C'N'C Costume National Shirt $173 (was $349)              
 
 
      
          
Silk Jersey Print Shirt ($129)                       J. Crew Toothpick Cords ($49.99)

     
Strenesse Wool Dress $309 (was $780)                       Furla Velvet Clutch ($98)
 
 
    
Alexander McQueen Chiffon Foulard ($138)             Hobo International Wanda Clutch ($95.70)
   
Bajra Silk and Cashmere Pashmina $168 (was $280)            Ettore Masotti Ballet Flats ($155)
 
 


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